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Red Centre & Uluru Explorer
Red Centre & Uluru Explorer
Land Tour
Spend six days in Australia’s iconic Outback and stand in awe at some of the country’s most incredible natural wonders. Discover the rich First Nations culture and explore the rust-coloured landscapes at dawn and dusk. Starting in either Yulara or Alice Springs, you’ll visit the iconic Uluru (which you’ll see at both sunrise and sunset from different perspectives) and Tjoritja-West MacDonnell National Park, as well as Kings Canyon and Kata Tjuta. Pack your hiking shs and your swimwear, because this trip is jam-packed with outdoor activities that will show you what living in the Outback is all about.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
START & END TIME & LOCATION
The trip starts on day 1 either in Alice Springs with a pick up from Stay at Alice Springs Hotel at 8:30 am or with a Welcome Meeting at 4pm in Yulara at our joining point hotel. Please advise us of your preferred start location at the time of booking. The trip finishes in Alice Springs on the last day (day 6) mid-morning. We recommend you book your departure flight from Alice Springs no earlier than 12:30pm on the last day. Accommodation is not included on this day but can be booked on request.
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
A Single Supplement can be booked if you’d prefer not to share a room and tent on this trip, subject to availability. The single supplement excludes nights 4 and 5. On those nights you will be sharing with another traveller of the same gender.
The trip starts on day 1 either in Alice Springs with a pick up from Stay at Alice Springs Hotel at 8:30 am or with a Welcome Meeting at 4pm in Yulara at our joining point hotel. Please advise us of your preferred start location at the time of booking. The trip finishes in Alice Springs on the last day (day 6) mid-morning. We recommend you book your departure flight from Alice Springs no earlier than 12:30pm on the last day. Accommodation is not included on this day but can be booked on request.
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
A Single Supplement can be booked if you’d prefer not to share a room and tent on this trip, subject to availability. The single supplement excludes nights 4 and 5. On those nights you will be sharing with another traveller of the same gender.
Tour details
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| Tour Provider | Intrepid Travel |
| Number Of Days | 6 |
| Price From | $2,695 Price per person, twin share |
| Start Location | Yulara, Australia |
| End Location | Alice Springs, Australia |
| Age Range | Avg. 30+ |
| Group Size | 1 to 16 |
| Tour Style | Standard |
| Tour Themes | Adventure |
| Physical Rating | Moderate |
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Itinerary
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Day 1: Yulara (or Alice Springs) / Uluru / Yulara
Werte! Welcome to Yulara! Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 4 pm at your hotel. Straight after, you'll make your way to one of Australia’s most spiritually significant and iconic sites – Uluru. Enjoy the view from a prime viewing location as the sun sets over the epic sandstone monolith. Watching the landscape shift in colour is a truly unforgettable sight. Tonight, make sure to look up, as this is one of the best spots to stargaze in the country!
Day 2: Uluru / Kata Tjuta / Yulara
Start the day in one of the best ways – by watching the sunrise over Uluru. After breakfast, set off on the Kuniya Walk with your leader as the sun climbs over the landscape and walk to Mutitjulu Waterhole with a First Nations guide. Your guide will explain what makes this waterhole sacred while sharing stories of its connection to the Anangu people. After, stop by the Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre. This afternoon, head out to Kata Tjuta (formerly known as 'The Olgas') – 36 domed rock formations. These rust-coloured beauties are one of Australia’s most impressive sights. You’ll take the Walpa Gorge Walk between two rock formations that make up Kata Tjuta. Tonight you have the option to visit the famous Field of Light show.
Day 3: Uluru / Kings Canyon
This morning, you’ll again rise nice and early for a light breakfast, before heading out for a sunrise walk along Uluru’s base. Walk the entire circuit of this natural wonder as you watch the land come alive in the sunlight. Then, drive to Watarrka National Park, stopping for an included lunch along the way. Tonight, you have a free evening to sit back and relax, stargaze or swap stories with your fellow travellers.
Day 4: Kings Canyon / Palm Valley
Enjoy a bushman’s style breakfast this morning at Kings Creek Station. After, spend the morning exploring the rugged landscape of Kings Canyon and tackle the Rim Walk up and across the famous Kings Canyon plateau, from the sandstone domes of the 'Lost City' to the oasis of the 'Garden of Eden'. You’ll walk across the red rock cliffs that protrude from the land and take in views of the palm forest below. Later, drive via the Mereenie Loop to Palm Valley Camp where you’ll spend the night. Settle in, then take an afternoon drive to Palm Valley proper. Embark on the short 2km Arankaia Walk through the valley. This is the only place in an 800km radius where the red cabbage palm tree survives. Head back to camp for dinner around the campfire.
Day 5: West MacDonnell Ranges / Palm Valley
Today after breakfast, you’ll hit the road for a full day tour of Tjoritja (the West MacDonnell Ranges). First, head to Gosse Bluff (Tnorala), a unique asteroid crater formed over 140 million years ago. Next up is Ormiston Gorge (Kwartatuma) where you'll head out onto the Ghost Gum Walk to soak in the views across the gorge. There will be plenty of time to relax at the swimming hole and cool off with a swim here. This afternoon, head to the Ochre Pits – one of the most significant places for the local Arrernte First Nations people. After exploring with your leader, return to Palm Valley camp for a free evening. If you’re feeling active, you could take a walk around the bluff before dinner at camp. Tonight, why not celebrate your time together by the fire, under the blanket of Outback stars.
Day 6: Alice Springs
Early this morning head to Alice Springs, where your trip will come to an end. There are no further activities planned when you arrive, so you can leave at any time. If you’d like to stay in Alice Springs for longer, just speak to your booking agent ahead of time.
Inclusions
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Meals: 5 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners.
Transport: Private vehicle.
Accommodation: Hotel (2 nights), Air-Conditioned Bush Tents (with shared facilities) (1 night), Air-Conditioned Glamping Tents (with ensuite facilities) (2 nights).
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Uluru Sunset Viewing.
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Uluru Sunrise Viewing.
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Kata Tjuta Walpa Gorge Walk.
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Kuniya Walk to Mutitjulu Waterhole with local Anangu Guide.
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Cultural Centre.
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Uluru Sunrise Base Walk.
Watarrka National Park - Kings Canyon Rim Walk.
Palm Valley - Arankaia Walk.
Tjoritja-West MacDonnell Ranges - Ormiston Gorge.
Tjoritja-West MacDonnell Ranges - Ochre Pits.
Tjoritja-West MacDonnell Ranges - Gosse Bluff Asteroid Crater (Tnorala).
Transport: Private vehicle.
Accommodation: Hotel (2 nights), Air-Conditioned Bush Tents (with shared facilities) (1 night), Air-Conditioned Glamping Tents (with ensuite facilities) (2 nights).
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Uluru Sunset Viewing.
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Uluru Sunrise Viewing.
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Kata Tjuta Walpa Gorge Walk.
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Kuniya Walk to Mutitjulu Waterhole with local Anangu Guide.
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Cultural Centre.
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Uluru Sunrise Base Walk.
Watarrka National Park - Kings Canyon Rim Walk.
Palm Valley - Arankaia Walk.
Tjoritja-West MacDonnell Ranges - Ormiston Gorge.
Tjoritja-West MacDonnell Ranges - Ochre Pits.
Tjoritja-West MacDonnell Ranges - Gosse Bluff Asteroid Crater (Tnorala).
Departure dates
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Price per person, twin share
| Start | End | Availability | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 2025 | 05 Apr 2025 | 4 | $2,695 | |
| 11 Apr 2025 | 16 Apr 2025 | 2 | $2,870 | |
| 30 May 2025 | 04 Jun 2025 | 2 | $2,870 | |
| 06 Jun 2025 | 11 Jun 2025 | 7 | $3,015 | |
| 13 Jun 2025 | 18 Jun 2025 | 2 | $3,015 | |
| 20 Jun 2025 | 25 Jun 2025 | 4 | $3,015 | |
| 27 Jun 2025 | 02 Jul 2025 | 5 | $3,155 | |
| 11 Jul 2025 | 16 Jul 2025 | 13 | $3,155 | |
| 18 Jul 2025 | 23 Jul 2025 | 8 | $3,155 | |
| 25 Jul 2025 | 30 Jul 2025 | 9 | $3,155 | |
| 08 Aug 2025 | 13 Aug 2025 | 13 | $3,155 | |
| 15 Aug 2025 | 20 Aug 2025 | 7 | $3,155 | |
| 05 Sep 2025 | 10 Sep 2025 | 9 | $3,155 | |
| 12 Sep 2025 | 17 Sep 2025 | 12 | $3,155 | |
| 19 Sep 2025 | 24 Sep 2025 | 8 | $2,870 | |
| 10 Oct 2025 | 15 Oct 2025 | 7 | $3,015 | |
| 17 Oct 2025 | 22 Oct 2025 | 14 | $3,015 | |
| 24 Oct 2025 | 29 Oct 2025 | 10 | $3,015 | |
| 07 Nov 2025 | 12 Nov 2025 | 8 | $3,015 | |
| 05 Dec 2025 | 10 Dec 2025 | 14 | $2,870 | |
| 02 Jan 2026 | 07 Jan 2026 | 13 | $2,870 | |
| 13 Feb 2026 | 18 Feb 2026 | 14 | $2,870 | |
| 10 Apr 2026 | 15 Apr 2026 | 14 | $3,015 | |
| 24 Apr 2026 | 29 Apr 2026 | 14 | $3,015 | |
| 15 May 2026 | 20 May 2026 | 14 | $3,015 | |
| 29 May 2026 | 03 Jun 2026 | 14 | $3,015 | |
| 05 Jun 2026 | 10 Jun 2026 | 14 | $3,165 | |
| 12 Jun 2026 | 17 Jun 2026 | 12 | $3,165 | |
| 19 Jun 2026 | 24 Jun 2026 | 14 | $3,165 | |
| 26 Jun 2026 | 01 Jul 2026 | 14 | $3,310 | |
| 10 Jul 2026 | 15 Jul 2026 | 14 | $3,310 | |
| 17 Jul 2026 | 22 Jul 2026 | 14 | $3,310 | |
| 24 Jul 2026 | 29 Jul 2026 | 14 | $3,310 | |
| 07 Aug 2026 | 12 Aug 2026 | 14 | $3,310 | |
| 14 Aug 2026 | 19 Aug 2026 | 14 | $3,310 | |
| 21 Aug 2026 | 26 Aug 2026 | 14 | $3,165 | |
| 04 Sep 2026 | 09 Sep 2026 | 14 | $3,165 | |
| 11 Sep 2026 | 16 Sep 2026 | 14 | $3,165 | |
| 18 Sep 2026 | 23 Sep 2026 | 14 | $3,015 | |
| 09 Oct 2026 | 14 Oct 2026 | 14 | $3,015 | |
| 16 Oct 2026 | 21 Oct 2026 | 14 | $3,015 | |
| 23 Oct 2026 | 28 Oct 2026 | 14 | $3,015 | |
| 06 Nov 2026 | 11 Nov 2026 | 14 | $3,165 | |
| 04 Dec 2026 | 09 Dec 2026 | 14 | $3,310 | |
| 01 Jan 2027 | 06 Jan 2027 | 14 | $3,310 | |
| 12 Feb 2027 | 17 Feb 2027 | 14 | $3,165 |