Red Centre tours
3 Day Kings Canyon tour to West MacDonnell Ranges 4WD
5 Day Larapinta Walking Tour
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Australia's Larapinta Trail on this 5-day guided walking tour. Immerse yourself in stunning landscapes and discover the rich cultural heritage of the area.
5 Day/4 Night
6:00 - 17:00 Style: Camping
2980-3180 AUD
2 Day Uluru tour
Discover the beauty of Uluru and Kata Tjuta on our two-day escape trip. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes and cultural significance of these iconic Australian landmarks.
2 Day/1 Night
6:00 - 12:00 Style: Camping
695-770 AUD
3 Day Uluru Tour, Kings Canyon, Kata Tjuta
This 3 day Uluru tour small group safari adventure from Alice Springs returning to Alice Springs captures the absolute best of Australia’s iconic red centre tour destinations, covering Uluru, Kings Canyon and Kata Tjuta all in one tour.
3 / 2 nights
06:00-18:30 Style: Camping
950 AUD
4 Day Alice Springs Uluru Tour
Our small group safari adventure tour takes you on a journey to experience the absolute highlights that the Red Centre has to share.
4 / 3 nights
06:00-18:30 Style: Camping
1150AUD
1 Day Alice Springs Tour to West MacDonnell Ranges
Explore the West MacDonnell Ridge on a full-day tour from Alice Springs. You’ll visit attractions such as Simpsons Gap, Ormiston Gorge, Ochre Pits, Standley Chasm, Ellery Creek and Glen Helen with an experienced guide.
1 day
07:00-18:30
175 150 AUD
8-Day Uluru to Adelaide Tour
Unleash your inner adventurer on this epic eight-day overland tour from Uluru to Adelaide through Australia’s untamed outback.
8 Days
07:35-20:30 Style: Camping
1596 - 1995 AUD
In the heart of Australia’s red centre lies one of the greatest, most iconic natural wonders of the world, Uluru (Ayers Rock), an enormous sandstone rock formation located in the Uluru–Kata Tjuta National Park in the vast southern region of the Northern Territory.
World Heritage Listed Uluru
Despite its remote outback destination, the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is one of Australia’s top tourist destinations. It attracts more than 400,000 visitors annually arriving to Alice Springs or Yulara for a tour experience. Assigned as a World Heritage Site in 1987 and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994, Uluru has been a sacred site and held special cultural and spiritual significance for the Pitjantjatjara, the indigenous custodians of the region, also known as the Anangu, for over 30,000 years.
Join an Uluru adventure and visit the world’s Largest Monolith
The landmark started forming over 550 million years ago due to changes in climatic conditions and the shifting of tectonic plates within the earth’s crust. The spectacular red colour of the rock is a result of the oxidation of iron-rich minerals rusting in the desert air over hundreds of thousands of years. The sandstone, composed with a high proportion of feldspar and quartz, changes colour throughout the day and is particularly striking at sunrise and sunset as the sun’s position amplifies the sandstone into an intense burnt orange and brilliant crimson red colour.
Uluru is considered an inselberg and is one of the world’s largest monoliths. It takes approximately 3 hours to walk around the rock and the sheer size of it is guaranteed to blow your mind. With so many sights and things to learn we strongly recommend a guided Uluru tour around the base. The enormous homogenous rock towers 348 metres high, rising 863 metres above sea level and stretching out 3.6 km long and 1.9km wide, with experts predicting it could also extend anywhere from 2.5 – 6kms underground.
Colonial History
In 1873 William Gosse, a colonial explorer, became the first non-Aboriginal person to see Uluru and named it Ayers Rock in honour of Sir Henry Ayers, the Chief Secretary of South Australia at the time. The two names, Ayers Rock and Uluru, have been used ever since. In 1985, the Australian government rightfully returned ownership of Uluru to the local Pitjantjatjara people under an agreement that it would be leased back to the National Parks and Wildlife Agency for 99 years and mutually managed.
The unnaturally smooth surface of Uluru is a result of the thousands of people who have climbed the rock over the years despite ongoing objections and requests from the Anangu people. The Anangu consider themselves protectors of the rock and any visitors to their country. Climbing is strictly forbidden due to the essential cultural and spiritual significance of the site, and it was eventually closed to the public and made illegal in 2019.
Uluru is a sacred Aboriginal site
Surrounded by an abundance of freshwater springs, gullies, waterholes, sacred caves, rock paintings and home to a diversity of native flora and fauna, this ancient oasis has been crucial to the survival of indigenous people and the many desert-dwelling animals in the region. Many caves and crevices around the base are reserved for sacred men’s or women’s rituals and ceremonies. For these reasons, the Aṉangu request that visitors do not photograph certain sections of Uluru.
Whilst much of the Tjukurpa (religious philosophy and creation stories) is kept private for the Anangu people, it’s strongly believed that the rock was formed through a creation and destruction process by creator beings referred to as Tjukuritja or Waparitjaand that Uluru itself is a living being and resting place for ancestral spirits.
Going on a road trip to Uluru is an adventure in itself, but the excitement doesn’t stop upon reaching the destination. Uluru offers a wealth of experiences for travellers of all kinds. Whether you are an outdoor enthusiast or a culture buff, there’s something for everyone.
Here are some of the top activities to experience in Uluru, no matter what type of traveller you are:
Mala Walk: Take a peaceful sunset walk to explore ancient campsites, caves, and rock art. Sit by the reservoir in the Cantu Gorge and watch the sunset at the foot of the giant rock.
Field of Light: Marvel at the Field of Light display illuminates the desert with bright lights that seem to stretch on forever. This man-made wonder is a must-see attraction that allows you to uniquely marvel at Uluru’s incredible starry skies.
Sound of Silence: This award-winning event showcases the best of the Red Centre in a four-hour dining extravaganza. After watching the sunset, you’ll enjoy a delicious meal with dishes made with native ingredients. Relax as you listen to the didgeridoo and stargaze with the help of a star expert, who will guide you through the southern night sky.
Uluru Cultural Centres: This is a must-visit for anyone interested in learning about the history and traditions of the Anangu people, who are the traditional owners of Uluru tours. You can explore their vibrant traditional art and discover how they have lived sustainably in the desert for thousands of years. The centre also offers various educational programs, cultural activities, and workshops, giving visitors a unique opportunity to engage with the Anangu people and their rich culture.