3 Night Active Uluru / Ayers Rock & Kings Canyon

Day 1: Arrive in Uluru - Uluru Field of Light Tour

Arrive in Uluru in the morning or early afternoon and catch the shuttle bus to the resort before beginning to explore Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park. You are welcome to take part in the afternoon resort activies including Didgeridoo playing, Spear & Boomerang throwing and Wakagetti Cultural Dancers.

In the late afternoon you will be picked up from your hotel to visit the magnificent Field of Light art installation by international artist Bruce Munro. The Field of Light Star experience begins at remote desert location with majestic views of Uluru and from a raised viewing area you will watch as the last sun rays hit Uluru and as darkness gradually falls and the coloured lights of the glass spheres come to life you walk through the Field of Light. You are then welcomed back for sparkling wine and canapés whilst viewing the illuminated installation in the darkness.

Departs: Daily 30 minutes prior to sunset from Ayers Rock Resort Returns: Approximately 1.5 hours after sunset to Ayers Rock Resort.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Coach Transfer to Hotel, Field of Light Star Pass, National Park Entry Pass for duration of package.

Day 2: Around Uluru & Kata Tjuta:

Uluru Sunrise & Kata Tjuta Tour

Rise early this morning to travel to the Uluru sunrise viewing area. The platform offers an incredible view through the dunes and stunning desert landscape as the sun rises over Uluru and Kata Tjuta. Watch the first rays of dawn whilst enjoying a warming cup of tea or coffee and biscuits. Your Guide will give you an historical overview of Uluru – Kata Tjuta National Park. The Aboriginal people have lived in the area for 22,000 years, so there’s plenty of history to cover. Arguably Australia’s most recognisable and fascinating icon, Uluru (Ayers Rock) stands 348 metres high, however, most of its mass is below ground level. You’ll be overwhelmed by its incredible size, presence and inherent spirituality.

Then just 40 kilometres to the west of iconic Uluru, we’ll take in the sites of Kata Tjuta, also known as the Olgas. You'll stop at a viewing point that boasts the most spectacular views of Kata Tjuta, before heading to Walpa Gorge. Walpa (meaning windy) Gorge is a lush desert haven for plants and animals. The gentle but rocky track will lead you into a world of rare plant species and lush evergreen shrubs known as Spearwood. Your Guide will lead you on a one hour walk through the gorge, sharing stories of local flora and fauna, and the geology of this amazing formation.

Uluru Sacred Sites & Sunset

After Lunch and some rest and relaxation back at the resort you will be picked up mid afternoon for a coach tour around the base of Uluru. You’ll be fascinated by the Aboriginal stories that go back many thousands of years. You’ll head to the Kuniya Walk visiting the famous Mutitjulu Waterhole. The waterhole provided a key source of water for the Aboriginal people in the area and had been in use for many thousands of years. You’ll see wonderful Aboriginal rock paintings and come to understand their significance.

Your tour gives you the opportunity to visit the Aboriginal Cultural Centre. Here, you will have time to learn about the local Pitjantjatjara people and buy souvenirs. Built from 90,000 mud bricks, the Cultural Centre was created with the help of the local Anangu people. The sacred site it is built on has special meaning to its traditional owners.

You'll then visit The Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre which houses an amazing collection of original ceramics, paintings and punu (woodwork) that provide an insight into the unique and spiritual culture of the Anangu, the traditional custodians of Uluru. Finally you’ll head off to the Uluru Sunset Viewing Area where you’ll be served from a selection of Australian wines and nibbles while you absorb the enormity and beauty of your surroundings. You can just sit and relax or stroll around the area to find your own personal space to watch an amazing Red Centre sunset.

Inclusions: Accommodation, Uluru Sunrise, Guided Kata Tjuta tour, Cultural Centre, Uluru base tour, Uluru Sunset

Day 3: Kings Canyon Day Trip:

Your day starts early as you travel to Kings Creek Station for breakfast, then on to the amazing Kings Canyon. The canyon is set amoung an incredible ancient Australian landscape that is sacred ground for the Ulpinyali and Lilla people.

For the more energetic you may participate in a 6km Rim Walk where you'll climb up a 100m cliff face and walk around the rim of the canyon. This walk has the most impressive views. For those that want a more relaxing experience, the creek bed walk is ideal and you can take a little more time to enjoy your surroundings before setting off on your 2km stroll to take in the impressive rim views.

Then you're off to Kings Canyon resort - a true oasis in the outback where you will enjoy lunch (own expense) and bring your swimmers if you want to take a dip in the pool. Then it's a leisurely ride back to Uluru enjoying the amazing outback scenery.

NB: For a truly unique cultural experience consider adding the new breathtaking Wintjiri Wiru Sound & Light Show later this evening. Refer below for more information (extra cost).

Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Kings Canyon tranfers, Guided Rim Walk