Uluru (formerly known as Ayers Rock) and Kata Tjuta (formerly known as The Olgas) are only 50 km from one another and both are worth visiting. These sites have been returned to their original owners and visitors will require a pass, which is valid for 3 days. The park pass helps to maintain the visitor facilities and preserve the World Heritage, environment and cultural sites. Part of the fee goes back to Aṉangu traditional owners to support the community.
RATES: $25 per adult, $65 per family, $12.50 for kids, 4-year-olds and younger are free.
Uluru at Sunset. Photo: theresalila via IG
Due to popular demand, The Field of Light has been extended
to December 2020. The stars out here so inspired artist Bruce Munro that he
created a field of glowing lights to mirror on earth what he loved in the
heavens. As far as the eye can see gentle rhythms of colour light up
the desert.
The fantasy garden of 50,000 spindles of light covers an area larger than seven football fields. As you wander through the desert spectrum of ochre, deep violet and blue, stems of light sway and breath.
RATES: $42 for adults. (Due to popularity, pre-booking is recommended)
Field of Lights. Photo: seitoutbackaustralia via IG
The best way to experience Uluru and Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) is to take a walk at each site.
FREE
Uluru at Sunset. Photo: thetravellingmonkeys via Ig
The many moods of Uluru. Photo: thegirlfrommartinique via Ig
In the magic light of dusk and dawn Uluru and The Olgas come alive. The colors almost glow with an inner light and keep changing as the sun moves and the light quality changes. Bring your camera.
There are lots of viewing platforms from which to view Uluru. At The Olgas you can walk right amongst the rock formations.
FREE
Uluru at dusk. Photo: beaumicheli via IG
FREE
Star Gazing with Uluru Astrotours
FREE (included in admission to park)
RATES: $58
Camel Rides at Uluru. Photo: travellingwithnostrings via IG
RATES: Vary.
FREE
Kata Tjuta from the air. Photo: andrewwatsonphoto via Ig
Valley of the Winds
There are three options when embarking on the Valley of the Winds walks. They are steep, rocky and difficult in places.
Kata Tjuta Dune Viewing | Easy | 600m return | 30 mins
Located along the road between Uluru and Kata
Tjuta, this easy walk has panoramic views and is a relaxing place to sit and enjoy
the desert landscape.
Walpa Gorge Walk | Moderate | 2.6km return | 1 hour
A desert refuge for plants and animals this rocky track gently
rises to a stream and a grove of spearwood. Walk within the sheer cliff walls of
the gorge and experience the vast desert landscape.
Kata Tjuta walks. Photo: ausparkshiker via IG
It almost looks like a theatre backdrop. Photo: maria.magdalena_ via IG
The only camping anywhere near Uluru is the Ayers Rock Resort Campground, 15 km north of Uluru. Ayers Rock Resort has desert gardens to explore, indigenous art galleries, free cultural activities, a range of restaurants and bars, shops, a well-stocked IGA supermarket, petrol station, Tour & Information Centre, art galleries and a complimentary shuttle service to get you around. Facilities include a swimming pool, playground, WiFi, gas BBQs, outdoor kitchen, self-service laundry, hot showers and toilets.
RATES: From $42 for two people. $19.50 per additional person. $52 for a family.
Ayers Rock Campground picnic and BBQ area
Uluru and The Olgas are part of the Adelaide to Darwin Drive through Central Australia which is mapped below. For more road trips, see our list of Campervan Road Trips in Australia.
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