Alice Springs guests are collected from their accommodation at 6am for the 4.5-hour drive to the Red Centre. Yulara and Ayers Rock Airport guests are picked up between 1:45 and 2:00pm. You’ll need to come ready to go with walking shoes on and sunscreen packed as the adventures kick off right away.

After a short drive, arrive at Kata Tjuta for the Walpa Gorge Walk, winding between 36 towering ancient domes. As the afternoon fades, head to the sunset viewing area and watch Uluru transform through a stunning palette of reds and golds as the sun drops below the horizon. Back at your exclusive outback camp, gather around the fire for dinner under a sprawling canopy of stars.

Meals Included: Dinner
Accomodation: Exclusive outback swag camp (shared facilities)
Walking distance: Approx. 3 km
Driving time: 6 hours (from Alice Springs) / 1 hour (from Yulara)

Everyone is up early for one of Australia’s most extraordinary moments: Uluru at sunrise. You’ll witness the rock glowing deep ochre as the first light creeps across the desert. Your guide will then lead you to a significant cultural site, sharing Anangu rock art and creation stories before a self-guided full base walk around the rock.

After lunch, visit the Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre and explore hand-crafted art by First Nations peoples of the Western and Central Deserts. Then it’s on the road again, heading to your exclusive campsite near Watarrka National Park. Dinner around the fire, and another night sleeping under some of the clearest skies in Australia.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accomodation: Exclusive outback swag camp (shared facilities)
Walking distance: Approx. 10 km
Driving time:  4 hours

Today, Kings Canyon will be the star of the show; a vast gorge enclosed by sheer sandstone walls. Your guide leads you through the otherworldly Lost City, down into the lush oasis of the Garden of Eden, and along the canyon rim with views across the Outback that simply don’t exist anywhere else.

After lunch, make the journey back to Yulara, arriving around 4:00 to 5:00pm. The evening is yours to do as you please. Relax at camp, or splash out on optional experiences like the Field of Light, Wintjiri Wiru, or a camel sunset cruise. Dinner at camp, then one last night under the stars.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accomodation: Exclusive outback swag camp (shared facilities)
Walking distance: Approx. 8 km
Driving time:  3 hours

Sleep in or rise early to catch another epic Uluru sunrise, savour a final hearty camp breakfast, and soak up your last few moments in the Red Centre. Depending on your departure time, take the free 10-minute transfer to Desert Gardens Hotel in Yulara or directly to Ayers Rock Airport.

If you’ve got time before your flight, leave your bags at the hotel and explore Ayers Rock Resort or browse the shops at your own pace. Free airport shuttles run regularly from Desert Gardens Hotel to the terminal.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Product Title: Uluru Tour with Kata Tjuta & Kings Canyon | Adventure Tours Australia Product Code: RTC4YY

Booking & Cancellation

This tour requires a minimum of 8 passengers to operate. Open-dated bookings require a minimum of 2 days’ notice before the intended departure date. All bookings must be reconfirmed with Adventure Tours Australia at least 3 days before the scheduled start date. Prices should be reconfirmed within 3 days of being added to a quote.

Important Flight Guidelines

Guests departing from Yulara must ensure their inbound flight arrives before 1:40pm. Flights arriving before 1:00pm should meet the guide at Desert Gardens Hotel at 1:45pm (or Outback Lodge at 1:40pm). Flights arriving between 1:00pm and 1:40pm should meet the guide outside Ayers Rock Airport at 2:00pm. Do not book flights arriving after 1:40pm. It is the guest’s responsibility to provide flight details to their booking agent or Adventure Tours Australia at the time of booking.

Operator Rights & Conditions

Adventure Tours Australia reserves the right to operate substitute vehicles and to amend tour timings and itinerary without prior notification. Minimum passenger numbers apply. Prices are subject to change without notice. A surcharge may be applied to tours operating over public holiday periods.

Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is mandatory for all international travellers. Proof of insurance must be presented on Day 1. Failure to provide this may result in the guest being unable to join the tour.

Liability

The directors, management, and staff of Adventure Tours Australia shall not be responsible or liable for the death of, or injury to, any person, or for any loss of or damage to property arising in the course of the tour.

Pre-Departure Information

Please review the Essential Trip Information a few days prior to departure, as itineraries may be updated during the year. Guests are responsible for ensuring they have read all pre-departure information and meet all requirements before joining the tour.

Emergency Contacts

General enquiries: +61 (0)3 9125 3630 | [email protected] Genuine emergencies on departure day or missed pick-up only: Operations Manager (Alice Springs) — +61 (0)8 7918 1840

This tour has a fitness rating of 2/5. Comfortable walking ability is all that’s needed. That said, Day 2 includes a 10 km base walk around Uluru and Day 3 features the Kings Canyon Rim Walk (approx. 8 km), so a reasonable level of general fitness will help you get the most out of both. Comfortable, closed-in walking shoes are essential.

Groups run with a minimum of 8 and a maximum of 24 passengers, travelling together in a purpose-built all-terrain 4WD vehicle. It’s a sociable, small-group format, perfect for solo travellers, couples, and groups alike.

This tour is open to guests aged 8 to 80 years. It is not suitable for children aged 7 and under. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Alice Springs departures: pick-up from your accommodation at approximately 6:00am. Yulara / Ayers Rock Airport departures: meet at the front of Desert Gardens Hotel at 1:45pm, or outside Ayers Rock Airport at 2:00pm. Your flight must arrive before 1:40pm to join the tour. Please provide your flight details at the time of booking.

The tour concludes at approximately 9:00am on Day 4 at Yulara (Desert Gardens Hotel or Ayers Rock Airport). If you are finishing in Alice Springs (Day 3 option), the tour returns at approximately 6:00pm. Please note: an Alice Springs return cannot guarantee connections to the Ghan or any same-day flights.

All travel is in a purpose-built all-terrain 4WD vehicle, designed for the remote and unpaved tracks of the Red Centre. Standard road vehicles cannot access most of the locations on this itinerary.

You are permitted a maximum of 15 kg in a soft bag or backpack, plus a small day pack. Hard suitcases and rigid-frame luggage are strictly not permitted. This limit is enforced due to limited space on the vehicle.

A swag is a traditional Australian roll-up sleeping setup; a heavy-duty canvas sleeping bag with a built-in mattress. A sleeping bag is provided. You’ll sleep at exclusive remote outback campsites with shared shower and toilet facilities nearby. It’s rugged, comfortable, and an iconic way to experience the Outback.

Yes. Please advise any dietary requirements, including allergies and intolerances, at the time of booking. You’ll also be asked to reconfirm these before departure.

Travel insurance is mandatory for all international travellers and must be arranged at the time of booking. Proof of insurance must be presented on Day 1 of the tour; if you are unable to provide this, you may not be permitted to join. Travel insurance is strongly recommended for all guests regardless of nationality, to cover unexpected cancellations, medical costs, and itinerary changes.

Please advise any relevant medical conditions at the time of booking. This tour involves remote outback travel, where access to medical assistance may be limited. If you are unsure whether the tour is suitable for your condition, please contact Adventure Tours Australia directly before booking.

Mobile reception in remote outback areas is very limited and often non-existent. Download everything you need before departure, ensure your devices are fully charged, and bring a power bank. The multilingual audio guide app should also be downloaded before the tour begins.