Uluru & Kings Canyon

Itinerary

Day 1 – Alice Springs to Ormiston Gorge

Our adventure begins in Alice Springs, where we hit the road and head west into the beautiful West MacDonnell Ranges.

Stops along the way:

• Simpsons Gap - Towering cliffs and a peaceful gorge.

• Ellery Creek Big Hole - A great spot for a swim and a snack break.

• Ormiston Gorge - We’ll spend the afternoon here relaxing, exploring, or swimming.
   

Day 2 – Ormiston Pound Walk & Redbank Gorge

We’ll beat the heat with an early morning walk through Ormiston Pound, one of the best trails in the West Macs with epic outback views.

Later, we’ll head to Redbank Gorge, a quiet spot perfect for a refreshing swim or a slow wander along the waterhole.

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Day 3 – Glen Helen Gorge to Kings Canyon

This morning we’ll visit Glen Helen Gorge, soak up the stillness, and then hit the road for a scenic 3-hour drive to Kings Canyon.

We'll arrive with time to relax at camp or enjoy sunset drinks overlooking the incredible outback scenery.

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Day 4 – Kings Canyon Rim Walk to Yulara

We’ll start the day early with the Kings Canyon Rim Walk (2–3 hours), taking in the dramatic cliffs and hidden oasis known as the Garden of Eden.

After lunch, we’ll drive to Yulara—the resort town near Uluru—and get our first glimpse of Uluru as we arrive.

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Day 5 – Sunrise at Uluru & Field of Light

Another early start to catch sunrise at Uluru—watch as the colours shift and glow in the morning light.

After breakfast:

• 10.6 km base walk around Uluru. There are shorter options also available.

• Visit the Cultural Centre to learn about Anangu culture and the significance of this sacred place

There will be time to relax at the campground and the day winds down with an Uluru sunset followed by the spectacular Field of Light installation
 

Day 6 – Kata Tjuta: Valley of the Winds Hike & Helicopter Option

We head out early again to Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) for a walk through the Valley of the Winds, a beautiful 3-hour trail through massive domes and open plains.

Afternoon options:

• Optional helicopter flight over Uluru and Kata Tjuta

• Chill out at camp, check out Yulara’s shops, or join a free bush tucker or culture session
   

Day 7 – Return to Alice Springs

We’ll hit the road back to Alice Springs (~6 hours). Along the way, we’ll stop to see:

• Mount Conner (Fool-uru) - Often mistaken for Uluru

• Erldunda Roadhouse - A good spot for a bite and a break

We’ll arrive back in town in the late afternoon to wrap up the trip.