If you’re short on time but hungry for adventure, this Uluru Adventure Yulara to Alice Springs tour packs the very best of the Red Centre into three unforgettable days.
Whether you’re travelling as a family with older kids or an active explorer chasing iconic landscapes, this Uluru Adventure delivers big moments in a short time, without cutting corners!
Starting in Yulara, you’ll waste no time diving straight into the heart of Australia’s spiritual and natural wonders. Witness Uluru glow at both sunrise and sunset, wander through the colossal domes of Kata Tjuta, and hike deep into Kings Canyon, where ancient rock walls, hidden oases and dramatic landscapes tell stories millions of years in the making.
This Red Centre tour blends guided walks, cultural insight and authentic Australian outback camping, giving you the choice to truly disconnect and experience the desert as it was meant to be seen. Spend your nights at a private campsite beneath a sky bursting with stars, swap stories by the campfire, and wake to crisp desert mornings surrounded by red earth and silence.
Led by expert local guides who know the Outback like the back of their hand, this tour is designed for travellers who want comfort without missing the adventure. With all transport, meals, park entry fees, and camping accommodation included, all that’s left for you to do is soak it all in.
What you need to bring will depend on your travel style, where you’re going and the time of year. We recommend packing light and making sure you can comfortably carry and lift your own luggage, including short walks. Most travellers use a backpack, but a small overnight bag with a shoulder strap is fine if you’re travelling light. Wheeled bags can work too, as long as they have carry straps. You’ll also need a small day pack to carry essentials like water, a camera and a jacket while you’re out exploring during the day.
Uluru sits right at the heart of Australia, and it’s something you really need to see to believe. Start your Uluru Adventure Yulara to Alice Springs by meeting your guide at Desert Gardens Hotel at 1:45pm. Soon after arriving, you’ll spot the famous rock rising out of the desert. A short drive away is Kata Tjuta (The Olgas), made up of 36 huge rock domes that feel completely different to Uluru, and even taller.
Spend the afternoon walking between the domes, getting a real feel for the scale and beauty of this special landscape. As the day winds down, enjoy a light snack while watching the sun set over Uluru, lighting it up in rich reds and oranges. Back at camp, sit down to a relaxed dinner with your group. If the weather’s good, you can unwind outside and take in the stars.
Accommodation: Powered campsite with shared facilities (1 night)
Included Activities: Uluru & Kata Tjuta National Park entry
Meals: Dinner
Walking Time: Around 2 hours
It’s an early start, but well worth it. Watch the sun rise over Uluru as the rock slowly changes colour and the desert comes to life. Your guide will then take you to a cultural site, sharing stories, rock art and the meaning of Uluru to the Anangu people.
While it’s still cool, enjoy a self-guided walk around the base of Uluru, where you’ll see details you can’t spot from a distance. After lunch, there’s time to visit the Uluru Cultural Centre and browse locally made Aboriginal art. In the afternoon, travel on to our private campsite near Kings Canyon. Dinner is shared with the group, followed by a peaceful night under the Outback sky.
Accommodation: Powered campsite with shared facilities (1 night)
Included Activities: Uluru Cultural Centre, Uluru Base Walk
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Driving Time: Around 3.5 hours
Walking Time: Around 2.5 hours (up to 3.5 hours if completing the full 10km base walk)
Today is all about Kings Canyon, one of the Red Centre’s most impressive natural sights. This massive gorge is surrounded by towering rock walls, with hidden gullies, rocky ledges and shady pockets filled with native plants and wildlife.
Join your guide on the Kings Canyon Rim Walk, visiting well-known spots like the Lost City, Garden of Eden, Amphitheatre, and the North and South Walls. After lunch, it’s time to head back to Alice Springs, where the tour finishes and you say goodbye to your group.
Included Activities: Kings Canyon Rim Walk
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Driving Time: Around 5 hours
Walking Time: Around 3 hours
Important Note: You must carry at least 3 litres of water for the Kings Canyon Rim Walk. Refillable water bottles are recommended.
A: Yes, the tour is suitable for families with children aged 8 and over who are comfortable with walking and camping.
A: A leisurely fitness level is required, though the Kings Canyon Rim Walk involves moderate walking.
A: The tour starts in Yulara (Uluru) and finishes in Alice Springs on Day 3.
A: Permanent tented camping with shared facilities at private Outback campsites.
A: Yes, all breakfasts, lunches and dinners listed in the itinerary are included.
A: Luggage is limited to 15kg in a soft bag or backpack. Hard suitcases are not permitted.
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