Top Uluru Outdoor Activities

Enjoy a camel tour against the incredible backdrop of Ayers Rock (Uluru) and Kata Tjuta. Choose an express camel ride in the morning or afternoon, or select a sunrise tour (includes billy tea and baked beer bread) or a sunset tour (includes sparkling wine, beer, or soft drinks with snacks) and watch the changing colors of Uluru at dawn or dusk. You’re led through the outback in Australia’s Red Centre by an expert cameleer who shares knowledge of the desert’s wildlife and ecology along the way. Hotel transport included.

Uluru (Ayer’s Rock) and Kata Tjuta are two of Australia’s most photographed natural wonders and this full-day tour takes in both. Enjoy guided hikes to the Walpa Gorge, Mutitjulu Waterhole, and the Mala Walk; visit the Aboriginal Cultural Centre; and tuck into a traditional Aussie barbecue dinner as you watch the sunset over Uluru.

Journey to the majestic chasm of Kings Canyon on this full-day adventure from Ayers Rock. Travel across the rugged landscape of Central Australia, stopping at the Kings Creek cattle and camel station for a taste of Outback ranch life for breakfast and an optional camel ride. Choose from a strenuous walk to the canyon rim for unbeatable views, or an easier route along the canyon creek bed. Stop for lunch (own expense) at the Kings Canyon Resort.

Enjoy an absolutely iconic experience when visiting Australia’s Red Centre—a full trek around the base of Uluru. As you start your sunrise walk around the 7.5-mile (12-kilometer) base trail of Uluru, embrace the culture, geology, and environment that is the essence of this amazing monolith. Stop along the trail for a picnic breakfast with an amazing close up view. Your guide tells the cultural stories (Tjukurpa) of Liru (poisonous snake) and Kuniya (woma python) as well as many other Aboriginal creation stories associated with this amazing natural landmark. Witness the sunrise, visit waterholes, see rock art sites of the ancients, and immerse yourself in the nature and culture of this very special place. 

Start your morning with the once-in-a-lifetime experience of watching the sunrise at Kata Tjuta (the Olgas). After early morning pickup, head into Uluru–Kata Tjuta National Park and enjoy a light breakfast while waiting for the sunrise, then follow your guide on a short walk through the Valley of the Winds to reach superb lookout points. You have the choice of a challenging hike to a second lookout, or an easier route through the towering domes. Learn about the history of Australia’s Red Centre and hear about the Anangu people, to whom this stunning region is sacred.

Experience the magnetic allure of Uluru (Ayers rock) on this half-day tour from Ayers Rock resort. Get up close to the UNESCO-listed landmark with a drive around the base and follow the Kuniya Walk to the Mutitjulu Waterhole. Discover Uluru’s spiritual significance as you admire ancient Aboriginal rock art and visit the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre. Then, sip a glass of wine and munch on canapés as you witness the dazzling sunset over Uluru. Finish your day with a hearty Aussie-style BBQ (if option selected) beneath the desert stars.

Experience the magnetic allure of Uluru (Ayers Rock) on a morning tour of the sacred landmark. Learn about Uluru’s long history, from sacred Aboriginal site to postcard star, as you watch the sunrise over the mighty rock. Then, embark on a guided 7-mile (11km) walk around the base of Uluru, stopping to see the waterfalls of Kantju Gorge and admire the Aboriginal rock art at the Mutitjulu Waterhole.

Sip a glass of wine of beer as you watch the sun sink over Uluru (Ayers Rock), followed by an Aussie-style barbecue dinner. Snap photos of the spectacular hues reflected on the iconic monolith, located in Uluru–Kata Tjuta National Park in Australia's Red Centre. Feast on mouthwatering dishes as you watch myriad stars light up the night sky. After dinner, your central desert outback experience is enhanced with a star tour. Includes hotel transport from Ayers Rock Resort.

Watch the sunset at Uluru during a tour that features a highlight of Australia's Red Centre. Includes light refreshments and a glass of sparkling wine, along with informative commentary from your guide and transportation.

Acclaimed artist Bruce Munro was so inspired by Ayers Rock (Uluru) that he created the Field of Light, an illuminated installation that channels the spiritual energy Munro felt during a visit the Australia’s Red Desert. Observe the radiant display and watch a magical sunrise at Ayers Rock (Uluru) on this tour, which includes hotel pickup and drop-off. As you watch the sun rise majestically over the iconic Australian landmark, you’ll enjoy tea and coffee in the observation area and listen to commentary from your guide.

Discover the beauty of Australia's Red Centre on a 2-day camping tour of World Heritage-listed Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Start from Alice Springs or Ayers Rock, then travel with your guide to Uluru and Kata Tjuta where you take walks, hear stories of Aboriginal culture, and watch the sunrise and sunset over Uluru. Camp overnight in the national park, sleeping under the stars. An ideal tour if you have limited time, this small-group tour offers an intimate experience at one of Australia's most iconic sites.

Australia’s Uluru and Kata Tjuta rock formations are stunning enough when viewed from the ground, but viewing them from above adds another dimension. On this tour, travelers fly over the iconic landmarks by helicopter and get an exclusive glimpse at locations difficult to access by land. This tour is ideal for those who want to see some of the Northern Territory’s most amazing sights without the hassle of driving and trekking.

See two great Australian landmarks, Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) during a 40-minute flight aboard a fixed-wing aircraft. Enjoy guaranteed window seats on all flights and informative commentary from your pilot along the way.

Explore one of Australia’s most distinctive natural features—Uluru—on this fun Segway and sunset tour. Your guide will take you to some hidden Aboriginal rock art sites, and tell you about the local history and culture. Travel around the base of the enormous monolith on a Segway. These fun vehicles are also environmentally friendly and make little noise, so they’re the ideal way to explore a sacred natural wonder. Cap the evening with a sunset picnic.

Discover the highlights of Australia's Red Centre on a 3-day tour that takes in Uluru, Kings Canyon and Alice Springs. View the sunset and sunrise over Uluru, explore Kata Tjuta (the Olgas), Walpa Gorge and Kings Canyon on guided hikes, and travel through the Australian Outback to Alice Springs via a huge cattle station. Learn about Aboriginal culture, see sacred sites and marvel at the natural beauty of the vast central desert.

Get to know the 'Red Centre' on this 3-day trip to Ayers Rock (Uluru), including a trip to Katja Tjuta and a dinner under the stars. Round-trip airport transfer, 2 nights of accommodation, and some other meals included.

Immerse yourself in the mythical wonder of the Outback on this 2-day tour of Ayers Rock highlights. Witness a colorful sunset and sunrise over the sacred monolith of Uluru (Ayers Rock), and explore Aboriginal legends and ancient cave art on a guided walk to the Mutitjulu waterhole. See the legendary rock domes of Kata Tjuta from many angles, including a walk through the Walpa Gorge. Stay overnight at your choice of Ayers Rock accommodation and enjoy round-trip airport transfers.

Fly over Uluru (Ayers Rock) to take in the iconic landmark of Australia's Red Center from the air. Hear expert commentary from your pilot during the 20-minute scenic flight, and soak in unobstructed views from the guaranteed window seat.

Marvel over Australia’s most mesmerizing natural landmark as you soar overhead in a helicopter. Hop aboard for an exhilarating 55-minute flight, enjoy unrivalled aerial views of UNESCO-listed Uluru (Ayers Rock) and learn more about the sacred rock as you listen to the in-flight commentary. It’s not just Ayers Rock that you’ll see: look out for the glittering Lake Amadeus and the striking Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) rocks as you swoop over the desert plains. This morning or afternoon tour includes hotel pick-up.

Enjoy the quintessential Aussie Outback experience and absorb the ambience of the Red Centre without the crowds. Your guide will take you in an air-conditioned 4WD vehicle to Mt Conner, located 100-kilometer east of Uluru on a privately owned cattle station called Curtin Springs. Look for red kangaroos, wallabies and other wildlife as you travel across the desert landscape. You will discover an ancient inland salt lake and learn about the European history of the region. Watch the sunset splash dazzling colors over Mt Conner as you sip a glass of sparkling wine. Then enjoy a delicious three course dinner at Curtin Springs Station before returning to Ayers Rock Resort.

This Wayoutback Safari offers an authentic outback adventure travelling with a small group in a purpose built four-wheel drive vehicle. As well as experiencing the wonders of Uluru (Ayers Rock), Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) and Watarrka (Kings Canyon), we'll give you the opportunity to really experience the desert driving on dirt roads. Avoid the crowds staying at our remote private bush camps where you will sleep under the clearest southern stars you can imagine with your choice of a traditional swag or comfortable permanent safari tent complete with beds, pillows and all linen. This is an emotive journey into the heart of the Red Centre.

Join an Aboriginal guide and traditional owner of Uluru on a 7-hour afternoon tour of the homeland, Patji. Travel in a rugged 4-wheel drive vehicle on remote bush tracks as you learn about the oldest living culture in the world. Stop at historically important sites along the way, hear about human survival in this harsh desert environment, and have afternoon tea around the campfire. At sunset, watch the sky change colors while enjoying light refreshments at a private sand dune that overlooks Uluru and Kata Tjuta.

Take in the landscape of Australia's Red Center from the air on a 2-hour scenic flight from Ayers Rock to Kings Canyon. Get a guaranteed window seat for clear views of Uluru, Kata Tjuta, Lake Amadeus, and Kings Canyon.

Board a 60-minute scenic flight to experience the desert environment of Australia's Red Center. Soar over Lake Amadeus, the largest salt lake in the Northern Territory, look for wild camels, and pass Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kata Tjuta (the Olgas). All flights include informative commentary from your pilot and a guaranteed window seat.