4D3N Uluru Safari with Autopia

Provider:
Autopia Tours

Quick Overview

Duration

4 days, 3 nights

Group Size

21

Activity Level

About this experience

Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site for good reason. The park was added to the list back in 1987 due to its spectacular geological formations, rare plant and animal species and exceptional natural beauty.

Your local guide will share the secrets of the Red Center, revealing stories, commentary and hidden treasures that bring this unique place to life.

For your overnight stay, you can choose between comfortable, permanent double safari tents, which offer additional comfort, privacy and security, or you can experience the traditional swag overnight stay in a canvas-covered sleeping bag.

Highlights of this experience

  • Experience Kings Canyon in Watarrka National Park
  • Admire Uluru (Ayers Rock) at sunset
  • Visit the Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural Center
  • Discover sacred Aboriginal rock art
  • Explore Mutitjulu Waterhole, Kuniya Piti and Kantju Gorge
  • Immerse yourself in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
  • Valley of the Winds or Walpa Gorge hike
  • Marvel at the impressive Olgas-Kata Tjuta
  • Tjoritja - Explore the West MacDonnell Ranges
  • Discover Standley Chasm, Ochre Pits and Ellery Creek Big Hole
  • Sleep in a bush swag or safari tent

What's included

  • 3 nights in either permanent safari tented camps (Uluru, Kings Canyon, West MacDonnell) or bush swags
  • All meals: 3x breakfast, 4x lunch, 3x dinner
  • Drinking water on board (bring your own bottle)
  • All national park fees
  • Fitted sheet and pillowcase

What's excluded

  • Sleeping bags can be rented on board for $40 AUD.
  • All meals not specified in the itinerary.
  • Hotel transfers before/after the tour to a specified pick-up point.
  • Personal expenses

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Itinerary

Exact itineraries vary depending on the tour type. 

Tomorrow
Depart Alice Springs or Yulara (Uluru Airport) in the direction of Ayers Rock. On the way we stop at Mt. Connor lookout (the “fake Uluru”) for an impressive view of the mighty red mountain and in Curtin Springs for a short toilet stop. We then arrive at our campsite for lunch.

Afternoon
Visit the Aboriginal Cultural Center of the Red Centre to learn more about the cultural, historical, ecological and geological significance of the national park. We then drive to the base of Uluru and begin to experience the sheer size and magnificence of the monolith. On our hike to Mutitjulu Waterhole, we discover sacred rock paintings in family caves and hear the creation stories of Kuniya and Liru. We continue to Kantju Gorge, where we see the highest waterfall in Central Australia, an elders’ cave and the oldest larder in the world.

Evening
After exploring Uluru, we enjoy the panoramic view and experience one of the most spectacular sunsets in the world while dinner is prepared for you.

Tomorrow
Get up early and enjoy a light breakfast before setting off for a spectacular sunrise in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park.

Morning
Admire the majestic silhouette of Kata Tjuta and then set off on a hike through the Valley of the Winds or Walpa Gorge. Explore the impressive conglomerate rock formations and enjoy the special atmosphere of this place.

Afternoon / evening
After exploring Kata Tjuta, we drive to the Kings Canyon region to experience a magnificent sunset in the outback. We end the day with a hearty dinner around the campfire.

Tomorrow
Get up early and set off to explore the mighty Kings Canyon (Watarrka). Immerse yourself in the ancient landscape and discover the sacred sites of the Ulpanyali and Lilla peoples.

Morning
Once you arrive at the canyon, you are surrounded by 100-metre-high rock faces, sandstone gorges and breathtaking views. Grab your water, hat and sturdy shoes as we explore the appropriate part of the canyon for the season on foot.

Afternoon
After the hike, you can relax on the bus as we head back north through Alice Springs and on into the West MacDonnell Ranges.

Evening
Arrive at the bush camp, where you end the day with stargazing under the clear outback sky.

Morning
Start the day exploring the West MacDonnell Ranges, beginning at the impressive Ormiston Gorge. Enjoy breakfast amidst this stunning landscape and marvel at the geological forces that have shaped these red rock walls. Look out for native wildlife that becomes active with the rising sun.

Morning
Continue on to a refreshing swim in the Ellery Creek Big Hole (Udepata in Arrernte). Surrounded by dramatic cliffs, this permanent waterhole offers a welcome cool-down and respite in the dry outback.

Noon
Next stop is Standley Chasm (Angkerle Atwatye), an impressive 3 meter wide and 80 meter high gorge that offers a spectacular backdrop for a walk.

Afternoon
The last stop takes us to Simpsons Gap, another highlight of the West MacDonnell Ranges with a permanent waterhole and diverse wildlife. This culturally significant site was an intersection of several Aboriginal dream trails.

Evening
We return to Alice Springs with unforgettable impressions and new friends in our luggage and take you to your accommodation. Enjoy the end of this four-day outback exploration full of natural wonders, culture and adventure.

Where we’ll meet

Pick-up possible from the following accommodations: From Alice Springs (from 6am): Alice Lodge Backpackers - 4 Mueller St East Side NT Alice Springs Tourist Park - 70 Larapinta Dr Araluen NT Alice Springs YHA - Cnr Parsons St Leichhardt Terrace Alices Secret Travellers Inn - 6 Khalick St East Side NT Best Western Elkira Court Motel - 65 Bath St Alice Springs DoubleTree Hilton Alice Springs -82 Barrett Dr Alice Springs Gap View Hotel - 123 Gap Rd The Gap NT From Ayers Rock / Yulara (between 13:30-13:55): Ayers Rock Airport [AYQ] - Coote Rd Yulara NT Ayers Rock Campground - 173 Yulara Dr Yulara NT Desert Gardens Hotel - Ayers Rock Resort 1 Yulara Dr Yulara Outback Hotel Lodge - 2 Yulara Dr Yulara NT Sails in the Desert - 163 Yulara Dr Yulara NT The Lost Camel Hotel - Ayers Rock Yulara Dr Yulara NT Emu Walk Apartments - 3 Yulara Dr Yulara NT Gday Mate Tourist Park - 23 Palm Circuit Ross Alice Springs Mercure Alice Springs Resort -34 Stott Terrace Alice Springs Quest Alice Springs - 10 South Terrace Alice Springs Stay at Alice Springs Hotel Aurora - 11 Leichhardt Terrace The Diplomat Motel - 20 Gregory Terrace Alice Springs Wintersun Cabin n Caravan Park - 1 Stuart Hwy Alice Springs
Alice Springs, Northern Territory, 0870, Australia

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations within one day before the start date will be charged a fee of 100%.
  • Cancellations between 1 day and 7 days before the start date will incur a fee of 50%.
  • Cancellations between 7 days and 28 days before the start date will incur a 25% fee.
Additionally, the terms and conditions of Ausventure Travel apply.
From $1320 /person
  • Alice Springs
    Australia
    Ayers Rock
    Northern Territory
  • Alice Springs 6:00 a.m. / Yulara 1:40 p.m.
  • Alice Springs 6:30 p.m.

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Experience FAQs

There is a choice of a Basic Single Swag, a self-contained canvas-covered bush bed with mattress, suitable for one person and used in the open air. Alternatively, you can sleep in a Twin Share Safari Tent, which sleeps two people, with single beds, mattresses and bed linen. Towels are not included. Solo travelers who book a twin tent will, where possible, be placed with another person of the same gender. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. The permanent tented camps have communal showers and toilets, electricity is usually limited, so it is advisable to take power banks with you.

Children between the ages of 8 and 17 must always be accompanied by an adult or legal guardian. The tour is not suitable for infants or children under the age of 8, as safety and fitness are required for the hikes.

As the tour starts early (between 6:00 am and 6:30 am), guests must stay in Alice Springs at least one night in advance. A pick-up service can be arranged after booking your hotel. Pre or post transfers from the airport are not offered.

The tour includes a complimentary pick-up service from Ayers Rock Airport [AYQ] or Yulara Resort between 13:00 and 13:55. Those arriving earlier can use the free hotel transfers to join the group later. The 3 and 4-day tours end in Alice Springs; for a return to Yulara/Ayers Rock, the 2-day tour is recommended.

A moderate to advanced level of fitness is required to complete the hikes of between 2 km and 6 km per day, sometimes on stony ground, in direct sunlight and high humidity. A total of around 12-15 km of walking is included. Persons over 70 years of age require a medical certificate 30 days before departure.

Please only bring small soft travel bags or hand luggage, as the storage space in the vehicle is limited. Large suitcases can be left at the hotel. The tour is not suitable for people who require walking aids, wheelchairs or baby carriages.

Yes, please let us know at the time of booking or a few days in advance if you have any special dietary requirements or medical conditions so that we can make appropriate arrangements.

Yes, the park fees for Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park and Standley Chasm are included in the tour price. Park passes are only valid for guests on the tour and are not available separately.

All-terrain 4×4 buses are used, specially designed for rough terrain. Maximum 15-21 people per tour, minimum 8 people. A replacement vehicle can be used in the event of a breakdown.

The outback harbors natural dangers, extreme temperatures and different terrain. Guides are trained to ensure the safety of guests. Children under the age of 18 must always be accompanied. Responsibility lies with parents or guardians.

Temperatures can fluctuate greatly, over 40 °C in the dry season and very cool at night. Please check the weather conditions in advance and pack appropriate clothing. Rain or bad weather will not prevent the tour unless you are informed by the provider.

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4D3N Uluru Safari with Autopia

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Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site for good reason. The park was added to the list back in 1987 due to its spectacular geological formations, rare plant and animal species and exceptional natural beauty. Your local guide will share the secrets of the Red Center, revealing stories, commentary and hidden treasures […]

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