Looking for the perfect Uluru Tour that packs in all the highlights without breaking the budget?
Well the 3 day, 2 night Cockatoo Dreaming Uluru Tour is what you’ve been looking for!
You’ll join the crew of WayOutback to discover the highlights of the Red Centre and experience all the beauty and magic is holds.
With the option to start at Alice Springs or Ayres Rock Airport it’s easy to slot this Uluru tour into your plans before you head off into the outback – along red dirt roads under bright blue skies.
Throughout the tour you’ll learn more about the cultural significance of Uluru and the surrounding areas – leaving with a deeper knowledge and appreciation of the traditions and history that make this area so iconic.
Highlights of this trip include Kings Canyon, the Garden of Eden and most importantly – sunrise AND sunset at Uluru itself.
It’s the perfect tour for those looking to tick the Red Centre off their bucket list, sleep in a traditional swag under the stars and experience a slice of life in the outback.
Day 1
Day 1 (Lunch*, Dinner)
It’s an early rise if you are joining us in Alice Springs where you will make the journey to Ayers Rock where we will meet our fellow travellers joining us there. On arrival to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, visit a camel farm and discover life atop one of the regions earliest forms of transport. This afternoon embark on an interpretive base walk of Uluru. Those choosing to climb will have the opportunity to do so, weather permitting. (Note: Uluru is a sacred site and the Anangu people ask visitors to respect their law and do not climb it). The Cultural Centre is impressive and well worth a visit before watching the ever changing colours of Uluru at sunset. After dinner, some stories and stargazing, it’s time for a good night’s rest at our private campsite before another active day tomorrow.
Uluru – Optional camel ride – Base Walk / Climb at Uluru – Cultural Centre – Sunset at Uluru – Ayers Rock private campsite
Day 2
Day 2 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Your guide will wake you bright and early to experience a mesmerising Uluru sunrise, early mornings being such a magical time in the desert. Then it’s a short drive to Kata Tjuta (the Olgas), an aboriginal word for “many heads”, to explore its domes of which there are 36 in total. Pull on your hiking boots and take the Valley of the Winds walk through creek beds, domes and beautiful wilderness. After lunch, it’s farewell to Uluru – Kata Tjuta National Park as we travel to Kings Creek Station to spend the night at our private camp.
Uluru / Kata Tjuta Sunrise – Kata Tjuta – Kings Creek Station private campsite
Day 3
This morning we enter the Watarrka (Kings Canyon) National Park, home of a mighty chasm with sheer red rock faces which soar over 100 metres above lush palm forests. The rim of Kings Canyon is a 6km round trip walk and you will visit the Amphitheatre, Lost City and tranquil Garden of Eden. After our final meal together we begin our journey back to Alice Springs arriving in the early evening
Watarrka (Kings Canyon) National Park – Alice Springs
*Lunch on Day 1 is only included for passengers beginning their tour in Alice Springs. Passengers starting in Ayers Rock will need to have eaten prior to pick up.
Tour Price Includes:
Professional guide, travel in an air-conditioned mini-bus vehicle (24 pax maximum), all meals (as listed on itineraries), camping equipment*, drinking water (please provide your own bottle). National Park fees are included in the advertised price for travel up to and including March 31, 2016. From April 1, 2016 customers are required to pay their $25 per person National Park fee to their guide on departure.
What you need to bring:
Torch, wide brimmed hat, sunscreen, insect repellent and fly net (if insects bother you), water bottle (1.5 litres), walking shoes/boots, sleeping bag (if you prefer to use your own), toiletries, towel, swimwear, camera, comfortable and casual clothing for three days.
Note:
- Itinerary may change due to cultural reasons, seasonal changes, operational logistics and accessibility.
- This trip is not suitable for pax under the age of 18. The general demographic of this tour is 18 to 35. Pax outside of this age bracket should book the 3 Day 4WD Goanna Dreaming Safari
- Please be dressed in comfortable walking clothing and footwear, have a water bottle, hat and sunscreen in easy reach.
- Customers beginning their tour in Alice Springs are permitted to bring 10kg of luggage in a soft bag, with the remainder stored at their Alice Springs accommodation. Customers beginning at Ayers Rock have a luggage limit of 23kg per person + a small carry-on day pack. Please no hard-shell or plastic suitcases. Please pack the items you will need for the trip in the day pack to avoid having to access your main bag frequently.
- Participants should have a good to moderate fitness level for this tour and be aware that walks often take place over uneven ground. Customers need to prepare for hot to very hot temperatures in summer and temperatures sometimes below zero of a night time in winter.
- Clients joining at Ayers Rock airport or resort will do so after lunch and therefore lunch is at own expense.
- Please call our Reservations Team (1300 551 510) or email [email protected] during business hours 24-48 hours prior to departure to confirm pick-up location and time.
- Sleeping bag hire is a $30 local payment and must be pre-booked. Customers will sleep in swags as standard and have the option to hire a single tent for a $60 local payment. Both items must be pre-booked.
Departs Daily (except January 1)
Alice Springs From central accommodation from 4:50am
Ayers Rock Airport 12.55 / 13.55 depending on season. 15.10 pick up also available (See note). Those arriving into AYQ in the morning can catch the free shuttle bus to Ayers Rock Resort for pick up from Outback Pioneer
Outback Pioneer (AYQ Resort) 12.55
Returns Day 3
Alice Springs only 5.30 pm approximately. Onward travel should be booked for the day after the tour finishes ex Alice Springs
Note: Those booking the 15.10 pick up from AYQ Airport will not have time to complete a full base walk of Uluru and will miss the Cultural Centre visit. A shorter walk of Uluru is still possible when arriving at this time.
Customers must bring their own sleeping bag or hire one for a $30 local payment
Tents are not included and swags are provided as standard. Customers wishing to sleep in a single tent will be required to pay a $60 local payment.
Both items must be pre-booked.
Open dated tickets: Open date tickets are subject to availability, please allow 14 days notice to book. Please book using the contact details below.
Reconfirmation of fixed dated tickets: Please call the Wayoutback Reservations Team (1300 551 510 or +61 8 8997 0300) or email [email protected] during business hours between 72 and 24 hours prior to departure to confirm pick-up location and time.
Extras / local payments: From April 1, 2016 customers are required to pay their $25 per person National Park fee to their guide on departure. Clients joining at Ayers Rock Resort or Airport will do so after lunch and therefore lunch is at own expense. Sleeping bag hire is a $30 local payment. Swags will be provided as standard and single tents are available for a fee of $60 per person. Sleeping bags and tents need to be pre-booked and can be done so by informing your travel agent or by reconfirming 48 hours prior to departure. Local payments can either be made by credit card at time of reconfirmation or on by cash only on day of departure.
Luggage: Customers beginning their tour in Alice Springs are permitted to bring 10kg of luggage in a soft bag, with the remainder stored at their Alice Springs accommodation. Customers beginning at Ayers Rock have a luggage limit of 20kg per person + a small carry-on day pack. Please no hard-shell or plastic suitcases. Please pack the items you will need for the trip in the day pack to avoid having to access your main bag frequently.
Dietary: Please advise any dietary requirements or medical conditions when reconfirming reservation. Most dietary needs are catered for if advised no later than 48 hours prior to departure but due to the remote nature of the tour, dietary needs and allergies must be discussed directly with Wayoutback ahead of departure in case you need to provide your own supplementary food.
Fitness: Participants should have a good to moderate fitness level for this tour and be aware that walks often take place over uneven ground. Customers need to prepare for hot to very hot temperatures in summer and temperatures sometimes below zero of a night time in winter.
What to bring: Torch, wide brimmed hat, sunscreen, insect repellent and fly net (if insects bother you), water bottle (1.5 litres), walking shoes/boots, sleeping bag (if you prefer to use your own), toiletries, swimwear, towel, camera, comfortable and casual clothing for two days. At pick up, please be dressed in comfortable walking clothing and footwear, have a water bottle, hat and sunscreen in easy reach.
Travel voucher must be presented to your guide at the start of the tour
Provider Details
Wayoutback Australian Safaris
Free Phone: 1300551510 Phone: 08 89970300
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