Mystical and spiritual, Ayers Rock, the world’s largest monolith, should be on everyone’s life list of things to see. Kata Tjuta National Park is 280 miles southwest of Alice Springs. Ayers Rock/Uluru is the world’s largest monolith, and as an Aboriginal sacred site is Australia’s most famous natural landmark. Watch the sunrise or sunset over Uluru with spectacular colors becoming more vibrant with each passing moment. You may wish to take a walking tour around the rock with an aboriginal guide, learning about its fascinating connection with the Uluru people and its importance in dreamtime legend or ride a camel through this desert land. Also in this enormous park are many Aboriginal sacred sites, spectacular scenery and famous rock formations. Visit the Olgas/Kata Tjuta, a dramatic series of 36 dome-like rock formations which stand up to 1,701 feet high and cover an area of 35km, and, like Uluru, produce an incredible light show at sunset, with crimsons turning to rusts, and pinks to mauves.
Uluru Sunrise & Guided Cultural Base Walk Half Day Tour
An AAT Kings coach will pick you up from your hotel to commence a morning Uluru Sunrise and Guided Cultural Base Walk Tour. Travel to the sunrise viewing area at the eastern end of Uluru, and watch the first rays of dawn set Uluru and the Red Centre alight whilst enjoying a cup of tea or coffee and biscuits. After sunrise, travel by coach to Kuniya Piti, an Aboriginal sacred site at the base of Uluru. Join a guided 1 hour walk to the Mutitjulu Waterhole, viewing the natural features of the landscape, Aboriginal paintings and listening to traditional Aboriginal stories relating to this special place. Experience the sheer size of Uluru as your guide explains the geological formation, Aboriginal history and the flora and fauna unique to this area. On arrival at the Mutitjulu Waterhole pause to take in the tranquility of the surrounds. Travel by coach around the base of Uluru before reaching Kantju Gorge, where after rainfall, water can cascade over the side of Uluru and plunge some 300 ft to the ground. From here the Mala Walk commences. Explore one of the most important habitation areas for the Aboriginal people for over thousands of years. Morning tea is provided by your guide. There is an opportunity to visit the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre and to view and purchase locally made Aboriginal souvenirs. All tour participants will receive an Uluru Base Walker’s Certificate. Tour concludes at approximately 12:00 pm, at which time hotel drop offs will commence.
Notes & Information: If flying out of Ayers Rock on the same day as the tour concludes, please ensure flight departure time is after 1:30 pm. Please ensure you take: hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, weatherproof jacket, insect repellent, sturdy walking shoes and a bottle of water. Please note that tour start and end times are approximate, and will vary depending on the season and sunrise. Tour departs approximately 90 minutes prior to sunrise.
Additional Charges: A National Park Fee of AUD 25.00 per person is payable direct. (Under 16 years free of charge)
Inclusions: Hotel pick up and drop off
Exclusions: National Park entry fee
From $139 per person
Camel to Sunset Half Day Tour
An Uluru Camel Tours vehicle will pick you up from your hotel for your transfer to the departure point of your Camel to Sunset tour. Enjoy a camel ride among the red sand dunes to watch the sunset over Uluru and the surrounding plains. After the ride, enjoy a glass of sparkling wine and snacks at the camel farm. Tour concludes approximately 2.5 hours after commencement, at which time hotel drop offs will commence.
Notes & Information: Please note that tour start and end times are approximate. Tour departs 1.5 hours before sunset, which varies throughout the year. Uluru Camel Tours must be advised at time of booking of any guests exceeding 100kg.
Inclusions: Hotel pick up and drop off, One hour camel ride, Sparkling wine, beer, soft drinks, snacks
From $125 per person
Rock Blasting 15 Minute Flight
An Ayers Rock Helicopters vehicle will pick you up from your hotel to commence a Rock Blasting helicopter flight. Enjoy views of Uluru, Ayers Rock Resort and the surrounding desert. Tour concludes approximately 15 minutes after commencement, at which time hotel drop offs will commence.
Notes & Information: Due to Aviation Weight Restrictions, clients body weight must be advised at time of booking. Flights operate from sunrise to sunset only.
Inclusions: Hotel pick up and drop off, 15 minute helicopter flight
From $159 per person
Walpa Gorge, Uluru Sunset & BBQ Tour Half Day Tour Including Dinner
Kata Tjuta Valley of the Winds Walk Half Day Tour
An AAT Kings coach will pick you up from your hotel to commence an afternoon Kata Tjuta Valley of the Winds Walk tour. Travel to Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) where your guide will explain the geological history of these giant domes. Enjoy a 2 to 3 hour walk in the valley between the massive red conglomerate rocks. The walking path is rocky and requires a good level of fitness. Marvel at the unique flora and fauna that has survived in this harsh environment. R each the Valley of the Winds Lookout and take some time to gaze out over the central valley of Kata Tjuta. Then take in a magnificent outback sunset at Kata Tjuta while enjoying a complimentary glass of sparkling wine. Tour concludes approximately 40 minutes after sunset, at which time hotel drop offs will commence. Notes & Information: If flying into Ayers Rock on the same day as the tour departs, please ensure flight arrival time is prior to 1:00 pm. Please ensure you take a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, weatherproof jacket, insect repellent, sturdy walking shoes and a bottle of water. Please note that tour start and end times are approximate, and will vary depending on the season and sunset. Tour concludes approximately 40 minutes after sunset. Additional Charges: A National Park Fee of AUD 25.00 per person is payable direct. (Under 16 years free of charge) Inclusions: Hotel pick up and drop off Exclusions:National Park entry fee From $119 per person
Uluru Cruise 1 Hour RideAn Uluru Motorcycle Tours vehicle will pick you up from your hotel to commence an Uluru Cruise tour. Depart from Ayers Rock Resort by motorcycle for your journey to Uluru (Ayers Rock) either after Sunrise or prior to Sunset. After your arrival into the national park take a complete circuit tour of the base of Uluru. There is an opportunity to stop and take photos of Uluru before returning to Ayers Rock Resort. Tour concludes approximately 1 hour after departure, at which time hotel drop offs will commence.Additional Charges: A National Park Fee of AUD 25.00 per person is payable direct. (Under 16 years free of charge) Inclusions: Hotel pick up and drop off. Includes helmet, jacket and gloves. Exclusions:National Park Entry Fee From $169 per person
1 Day Kings Canyon (Ends at Alice Springs) Full Day Tour An AAT Kings coach will pick you up from your hotel to commence a full day Kings Canyon tour. Travel from Ayers Rock Resort to Kings Canyon, stopping for breakfast at Kings Creek Station (own expense) along the way. Make the rocky climb to the rim of the canyon for marvelous views of Watarrka National Park. Follow the rim of the canyon stopping to look down into the canyon gorge at lookout points. Time permitting, stop at the green oasis of the ‘Garden of Eden’. The circuit walk takes approximately 3 hours to complete and is rocky and steep in parts. It is recommended for those with a good level of fitness. Alternatively an easier, shorter walk to explore the boulder strewn canyon floor is available. Arrive at Kings Canyon Resort for lunch (own expense), then commence the journey to Alice Springs. Tour concludes at approximately 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm depending on the time of year, at which time hotel drop offs will commence. Notes & Information: During the hotter months of the year (October to March), National Park rangers may advise visitors not to partake in the Kings Canyon rim climb, a guided tour along the Kings Canyon creek bed will be offered as an alternative. Please ensure you take: hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, weatherproof jacket, insect repellent, sturdy walking shoes and a bottle of water. Inclusions: Hotel pick up and drop off Exclusions: Breakfast & Lunch From $259 per person
3 Day Uluru & Kings Canyon – Budget Includes 1 night Outback Pioneer & 1 night Kings Canyon LodgeDay 1: An AAT Kings coach will pick you up from your hotel to commence a three day Uluru & Kings Canyon tour. In the afternoon journey to the massive series of conglomerate domes named Kata Tjuta with time en-route for photographic and viewing stops. On arrival, take a walk into Walpa Gorge. Return by coach to the sunset viewing area in time to watch the sunset over Uluru whilst enjoying a glass of wine and nibbles. Overnight accommodation at Outback Pioneer Hotel in a Budget Room with shared facilities. Day 2: This morning join the Uluru Sunrise, Climb or Base Tour or the Uluru Sunrise and Guided Cultural Base Walk. Both tours include watching sunrise at Uluru, a visit to Mutitjulu Waterhole and the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Center. The first option provides the opportunity to climb Uluru if desired, for those with a good level of fitness. The second option includes a longer guided walk at the base of Uluru. Time is also available for an optional scenic flight (own expense). In the afternoon travel to Kings Canyon. Overnight accommodation at Kings Canyon Lodge in a Budget Room with shared facilities. Day 3:Today join a guided climb to the rim of Kings Canyon for superb views. An easier walk along the boulder strewn canyon floor is available. Travel on to Alice Springs or back to Ayers Rock Resort this afternoon. Tour concludes in Alice Springs at approximately 7:30 pm, or Ayers Rock at approximately 4:30 pm-5:30 pm, at which time hotel drop offs will commence. Notes & Information: If flying into Ayers Rock on the same day as the tour departs, please ensure flight arrival time is prior to 1:00 pm. Please ensure you take: hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, weatherproof jacket, insect repellent, sturdy walking shoes and a bottle of water. During the hotter months of the year (October to March), National Park rangers may advise visitors not to partake in the Kings Canyon rim climb, a guided tour along the Kings Canyon creek bed will be offered as an alternative. Inclusions: Hotel pick up and drop off, National Park entry fee & accommodation for 2 nights Exclusions: Meals From $1569 – 2 people sharing a double room Also available with Standard, Superior and First Class accommodation
3 Day Uluru Explorer Including 2 Nights Camp Site Accommodation
2 Day Red Center Explorer – Budget Includes 1 Night Outback Pioneer Budget Day 1: An Australian Pacific Touring or AAT Kings coach will pick you up from your hotel to commence a two day Red Center Explorer Tour. In the afternoon journey to the massive series of conglomerate domes named Kata Tjuta with time en-route for photographic and viewing stops. On arrival, take a walk into Walpa Gorge. Return by coach to the sunset viewing area in time to watch the sunset over Uluru whilst enjoying a glass of wine and nibbles. Overnight accommodation at Outback Pioneer Hotel in a Budget Room with shared bathroom facilities. Day 2: This morning join the Uluru Sunrise, Climb or Base Tour or the Uluru Sunrise and Guided Cultural Base Walk. Both tours include watching sunrise at Uluru, a visit to Mutitjulu Waterhole and the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Center. The first option provides the opportunity to climb Uluru if desired, for those with a good level of fitness. The second option includes a longer guided walk at the base of Uluru. Time is also available for an optional scenic flight (own expense). Return to Ayers Rock for lunch (own expense). Depart for Alice Springs this afternoon, en route view Atila (Mt Conner) rising above the desert plain. Tour concludes at approximately 7:30 pm, at which time hotel drop offs will commence. Notes & Information: Tour includes Budget Room at the Outback Pioneer Hotel, which has shared bathroom facilities. Note: If flying into Ayers Rock from Perth after 1:00 pm on the same day as the tour departs, clients will be met on arrival at Ayers Rock Airport by an Australian Pacific/AAT Kings vehicle and transferred directly to meet up with the afternoon tour. Therefore passengers will be unable to freshen up or check into their accommodation until the tour concludes approximately 30 minutes after sunset. Please ensure you take: hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, weatherproof jacket, insect repellent, sturdy walking shoes and a bottle of water. Please note that tour start times are approximate, and will vary depending on the season and sunset. Inclusions: Hotel pick up and drop off, National Park entry fee & Accommodation for 1 night Exclusions:Meals From $1059 – 2 people sharing a double room Also available with Standard, First Class and Deluxe accommodation
2 Day Uluru Sunset & Kata Tjuta – Budget Includes 1 Night Outback Day 1: An Australian Pacific Touring or AAT Kings coach will pick you up from your hotel to commence a two day Uluru Sunset and Kata Tjuta tour. In the afternoon, journey to the massive series of conglomerate domes named Kata Tjuta with time en-route for photographic and viewing stops. On arrival, take a walk into Walpa Gorge. Return by coach to the sunset viewing area in time to watch the sunset over Uluru whilst enjoying a glass of wine and nibbles. Overnight accommodation at Outback Pioneer Hotel in a Budget Room with shared bathroom facilities. Day 2: This morning join the Uluru Sunrise, Climb or Base Tour or the Uluru Sunrise and Guided Cultural Base Walk. Both tours include watching sunrise at Uluru, a visit to Mutitjulu Waterhole and the Uluru – K ata Tjuta Cultural Centre. The first option provides the opportunity to climb Uluru if desired, for those with a good level of fitness. The second option includes a longer guided walk at the base of Uluru. Time is also available for an optional scenic flight (own expense). Tour concludes between 10.00am – 11.00am depending on the time of year, at which time hotel drop offs will commence. Transfers to Ayers Rock Airport for flights after midday are also available. Notes & Information: Tour includes Budget Room at the Outback Pioneer Hotel, which has shared bathroom facilities. Note: If flying into Ayers Rock from Perth after 1pm on the same day as the tour departs, clients will be met on arrival at Ayers Rock Airport by an Australian Pacific/AAT Kings vehicle and transferred directly to meet up with the afternoon tour. Therefore passengers will be unable to freshen up or check into their accommodation until the tour concludes approximately 30 minutes after sunset. If flying out of Ayers Rock on the same day as the tour concludes, please ensure flight departure time is after 1.30pm. Please ensure you take: hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, weatherproof jacket, insect repellent, sturdy walking shoes and a bottle of water. Please note that tour start and end times are approximate, and will vary depending on the season, sunrise and sunset. Inclusions: Hotel pick up and drop off, National Park entry fee & Accommodation for 1 night Exclusions: Meals From $799 – 2 people sharing a double room Also available with Standard, Deluxe and Exclusive accommodation
3 Day Uluru, Kings Canyon & Alice Springs – Budget Includes 1 Night Outback Budget & 1 Night Kings Canyon Day 1: An Australian Pacific Touring or AAT Kings coach will pick you up from your hotel to commence a three day Uluru & Kings Canyon tour. In the afternoon journey to the massive series of conglomerate domes named Kata Tjuta with time en-route for photographic and viewing stops. On arrival, take a walk into Walpa Gorge. Return by coach to the sunset viewing area in time to watch the sunset over Uluru whilst enjoying a glass of wine and nibbles. Overnight accommodation at Outback Pioneer Hotel in a Budget Room with shared bathroom facilities. Day 2: This morning join the Uluru Sunrise, Climb or Base Tour or the Uluru Sunrise and Guided Cultural Base Walk. Both tours include watching sunrise at Uluru, a visit to Mutitjulu Waterhole and the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre. The first option provides the opportunity to climb Uluru if desired, for those with a good level of fitness. The second option includes a longer guided walk at the base of Uluru. Time is also available for an optional scenic flight (own expense). In the afternoon travel to Kings Canyon. Overnight accommodation at Kings Canyon Lodge in a Budget Room with shared bathroom facilities. Day 3: Today join a guided climb to the rim of Kings Canyon for superb views. An easier walk along the boulder strewn canyon floor is available. After lunch (own expense) continue on to Alice Springs. Tour concludes at approximately 7.30pm, at which time hotel drop offs will commence. Notes & Information: Tour includes Budget Rooms at the Outback Pioneer Hotel and Kings Canyon Resort, which have shared bathroom facilities. Note: If flying into Ayers Rock from Perth after 1pm on the same day as the tour departs, clients will be met on arrival at Ayers Rock Airport by an Australian Pacific/AAT Kings vehicle and transferred directly to meet up with the afternoon tour. Therefore passengers will be unable to freshen up or check into their accommodation until the tour concludes approximately 30 minutes after sunset. Please ensure you take: hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, weatherproof jacket, insect repellent, sturdy walking shoes and a bottle of water (minimum 2 litres for Kings Canyon). Please note that tour start times are approximate, and will vary depending on the season and sunset. Inclusions: Hotel pick up and drop off, National Park entry fee & Accommodation for 2 nights Exclusions: Meals From $1519 – 2 people sharing a double room Also available with Standard, First class and Deluxe accommodation
3 Day Central Rock & Canyon Includes 2 Nights Camp Site Accommodation Day 1: Join Intrepid Connections at 1.00pm at Yulara Airport, or if arriving prior to this time join at the Outback Pioneer Hotel to commence a three day Central Rock and Canyon camping safari. Enjoy lunch at the campsite on arrival. The afternoon is spent exploring Uluru (Ayers Rock), a World Heritage listed area. Join your guide for a base tour of Uluru, exploring ancient caves where Aboriginal paintings can be seen, and learn about the oldest culture in the world. At sunset, appreciate the spectacular colour changes of Uluru. Later return to camp for a traditional Aussie meal. After dinner, relax around the camp under starry desert skies. Overnight accommodation in permanent campsite at Ayers Rock. (L, D) Day 2: It’s an early rise for an exciting morning with breathtaking views of sunrise at Kata-Tjuta (The Olgas). Get your walking shoes on for an 8 kilometre hike through the spectacular Valley of the Winds, home to the mythical corkwood-tree woman. Learn about the fauna and flora native to the Uluru-Kata Tjuta region and the extensive fire management practices which are employed in the national park. Wander amongst the red domes and through the winding creek beds of Walpa Gorge. Return to camp for lunch. This afternoon, travel through re d sand dune and desert oak country to Kings Creek Cattle Station where optional activities are abundant. Tonight, try a traditional “camp oven” dinner, cooked in the coals of the fire. Overnight accommodation in permanent campsite in the Kings Creek region. (B, L, D) Day 3:Within the imposing Kings Canyon, discover the Lost City and Garden of Eden on a 7 kilometre hike, with plenty of photo opportunities. Admire the towering walls, crevices and plateau of Watarrka National Park. Return to camp for lunch before travelling through sand dune country to head back to Alice Springs. Tour concludes at approximately 5.00pm, at which time hotel drop offs will commence. (B, L) Notes & Information: If flying into Ayers Rock on the same day as the tour departs, please ensure flight arrival time is prior to 1.00pm. Please ensure you take: water bottle, torch, toiletries, sturdy walking shoes, clothing suitable for outdoor wear, hat, sunscreen, camera, warm clothing for winter months Apr – Oct, and wet weather gear. All tents contain 2 single beds. Guests travelling alone may be required to share with a member of the same sex. Shared bathroom facilities with hot water are located near the campsite. Luggage: There is a luggage limit of 16kg per person in one small / medium soft bag, and a small day pack. Inclusions: Hotel pick up and drop off, Breakfast on day 2 and 3, Lunch on day 1, 2 and 3, Dinner on day 1 and 2, National Park Entry Fees, Camping equipment, Lights in tents, Towel, Pillow, Wine with dinner & Camp site accommodation for 2 nights From $1569 – 2 people sharing a double room
