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.

DIETARY REQUIREMENTS
It is very important that you advise us of any dietary requirements and allergies at least 2 weeks prior to departure. We need this information well ahead of time to be able organise catering for the trip. Alice Springs' remote location means that some food items will not be available on short notice, and once the trip has commenced changes to dietary requirements are not possible.

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Tour Provider Intrepid Travel
Number Of Days
6
Price From
$3,030
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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Day 1: Yulara
Palya! 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: 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: Kings Canyon (Watarrka)
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: Tjoritja (West MacDonnell Ranges)
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 our exclusive camp within Finke Gorge National Park, on the banks of the Finke River, where you’ll spend the night. Settle in, then perhaps embark on the Kalangarra Walk for some scenic views of the valley and the river bed. Head back to camp for dinner around the campfire.
Day 5: Tjoritja (West MacDonnell Ranges)
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. After exploring with your leader, return to our Finke River camp for a free evening. 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 Simpsons Gap, a permanent waterhole where it is often possible to spot black-footed rock wallabies. Then 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.
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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), Permanent Tented Camp (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.
Tjoritja-West MacDonnell Ranges - Ormiston Gorge.
Tjoritja-West MacDonnell Ranges - Gosse Bluff Asteroid Crater (Tnorala).
Departure dates Expand
Price per person, twin share
Start End Availability Price
24 Jul 2026 29 Jul 2026 1 $3,660
07 Aug 2026 12 Aug 2026 1 $3,580
04 Sep 2026 09 Sep 2026 9 $3,390
11 Sep 2026 16 Sep 2026 8 $3,270
18 Sep 2026 23 Sep 2026 4 $3,150
09 Oct 2026 14 Oct 2026 8 $3,270
16 Oct 2026 21 Oct 2026 14 $3,150
23 Oct 2026 28 Oct 2026 15 $3,150
13 Nov 2026 18 Nov 2026 8 $3,195
11 Dec 2026 16 Dec 2026 15 $3,030
16 Apr 2027 21 Apr 2027 14 $3,145
30 Apr 2027 05 May 2027 16 $3,240
07 May 2027 12 May 2027 14 $3,240
14 May 2027 19 May 2027 16 $3,240
21 May 2027 26 May 2027 14 $3,335
28 May 2027 02 Jun 2027 16 $3,335
30 May 2027 04 Jun 2027 16 $3,145
04 Jun 2027 09 Jun 2027 16 $3,395
06 Jun 2027 11 Jun 2027 16 $3,145
11 Jun 2027 16 Jun 2027 14 $3,395
13 Jun 2027 18 Jun 2027 16 $3,145
18 Jun 2027 23 Jun 2027 16 $3,395
20 Jun 2027 25 Jun 2027 16 $3,145
11 Jul 2027 16 Jul 2027 16 $3,145
16 Jul 2027 21 Jul 2027 16 $3,395
18 Jul 2027 23 Jul 2027 16 $3,145
23 Jul 2027 28 Jul 2027 16 $3,395
25 Jul 2027 30 Jul 2027 16 $3,145
30 Jul 2027 04 Aug 2027 16 $3,395
01 Aug 2027 06 Aug 2027 16 $3,145
06 Aug 2027 11 Aug 2027 16 $3,335
08 Aug 2027 13 Aug 2027 16 $3,145
13 Aug 2027 18 Aug 2027 16 $3,335
15 Aug 2027 20 Aug 2027 16 $3,145
20 Aug 2027 25 Aug 2027 16 $3,335
22 Aug 2027 27 Aug 2027 16 $3,145
27 Aug 2027 01 Sep 2027 16 $3,335
29 Aug 2027 03 Sep 2027 16 $3,145
03 Sep 2027 08 Sep 2027 16 $3,335
05 Sep 2027 10 Sep 2027 16 $3,145
10 Sep 2027 15 Sep 2027 16 $3,240
12 Sep 2027 17 Sep 2027 16 $3,145
17 Sep 2027 22 Sep 2027 16 $3,240
19 Sep 2027 24 Sep 2027 16 $3,145
08 Oct 2027 13 Oct 2027 16 $3,240
22 Oct 2027 27 Oct 2027 16 $3,240
12 Nov 2027 17 Nov 2027 16 $3,145
19 Nov 2027 24 Nov 2027 16 $3,145
03 Dec 2027 08 Dec 2027 16 $3,145
14 Jan 2028 19 Jan 2028 16 $3,145
25 Feb 2028 01 Mar 2028 16 $3,145
10 Mar 2028 15 Mar 2028 16 $3,145
24 Mar 2028 29 Mar 2028 16 $3,145