Top Uluru Tours by Duration

Visiting Uluru from Alice Springs without local insight or transport can be difficult, but this guided tour makes the experience both easy and meaningful. Explore Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park on guided walks that highlight the site’s changing colors and cultural significance, with time at Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa Cultural Centre to learn about Anangu traditions and Aboriginal history. The day concludes with a sunset experience at Uluru, complete with a glass of sparkling wine and a barbecue dinner.

Enjoy a small-group tour of majestic Kata Tjuta, one of Australia’s most famous natural wonders. Travel from Ayers Rock Resort in an air-conditioned tour vehicle to Walpa Gorge, part of the Kata Tjuta site within UNESCO-listed Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Learn the natural history and cultural significance of this sacred site and walk through the gorge for an amazing perspective of this key landmark.

Journey to the majestic chasm of Kings Canyon on this full-day adventure from Ayers Rock. Travel across the rugged landscape of Central Australia, stopping at the Kings Creek cattle and camel station for a taste of Outback ranch life for breakfast. Choose from a strenuous walk to the canyon rim for unbeatable views, or an easier route along the canyon creek bed. Stop for lunch (own expense) at the Kings Canyon Resort.

Experience the magnetic allure of Uluru (Ayers rock) on this half-day tour from Ayers Rock resort. Get up close to the UNESCO-listed landmark with a drive around the base and follow the Kuniya Walk to the Mutitjulu Waterhole. Discover Uluru’s spiritual significance as you admire ancient Aboriginal rock art and visit the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre. Then, sip a glass of wine and munch on canapés as you witness the dazzling sunset over Uluru. Finish your day with a hearty Aussie-style BBQ (if option selected) beneath the desert stars.

Short on time? Marvel over the star attractions of Australia’s Red Centre on a half-day tour from Ayers Rock. Witness the dazzling sunrise over sacred Uluru from the Talinguru Nyakunytjaku viewing platform and learn about the rock’s spiritual importance to the Anangu indigenous people. Then, embark on a guided hike through the red desert of the Walpa Gorge and get up close to the magnificent domed rocks of Kata Tjuta (The Olgas).

Make the most of a short stay in the Red Centre—even on the tightest of schedules—by starting your day early with sunrise over Uluru—one of the region’s must-see highlights. Enjoy a relaxed picnic breakfast before visiting Mutitjulu Waterhole and viewing ancient rock art that reveals the area’s deep cultural significance. Finish with a scenic drive around the base of Uluru, and experience its scale and beauty in just a few hours.

Explore one of Australia’s most distinctive natural features—Uluru—on this fun Segway tour. Your guide will take you to some hidden Aboriginal rock art sites, and tell you about the local history and culture. Travel along the base of the enormous monolith on a Segway. These fun vehicles are also environmentally friendly and make little noise, so they’re the ideal way to explore a sacred natural wonder.

Active travelers will enjoy this five-hour Valley of the Winds circuit hike at Kata Tjuta. Get up close to the incredible red rock formations while learning about the natural and cultural history of the area from your guide. Receive personalized attention from your guide on a small-group tour. This is a great way to get active while seeing the sights of Australia’s red center.

Experience the sunrise over Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) on an early morning tour that helps you beat the heat and the crowds. Before dawn, travel into UNESCO-listed Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park and admire the colors of the sunrise over one of the most iconic natural landmarks in Australia's Red Centre. Enjoy an outback picnic breakfast followed by a walking tour of stunning Walpa Gorge. This small-group tour promises a more personalized experience.

Enjoy an iconic experience when visiting Australia’s Red Centre—a full trek around the base of Uluru. As you start your sunrise walk around the 7.5-mile (12-kilometer) base trail, learn about the monolith’s culture, geology, and environment. Stop along the trail for a picnic breakfast with a close-up view. Your guide tells Indigenous creation stories associated with Uluru. Watch the sunrise, visit waterholes, see rock art sites, and more.

Short on time but still want to experience the spectacular West MacDonnell Ranges? This half-day tour is the perfect way to explore some of Central Australia’s most iconic landscapes in just one morning. Marvel at the panoramic scenery as we travel west of Alice Springs to visit culturally significant sites and natural wonders. You’ll learn about desert flora and fauna, and enjoy morning tea surrounded by towering red cliffs.

With its red rock canyons, outback desert, and iconic landmarks, Australia’s Red Centre is full of natural wonders. This 3-day camping adventure covers the region’s three most popular destinations—Uluru, Kings Canyon, and Kata Tjuta. Enjoy magnificent views of Uluru at sunrise and sunset, take guided hikes in the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park and Watarrka National Park, and camp out beneath the outback stars.

Journey into the heart of Australia’s Red Centre and explore the powerful landscapes of Uluru–Kata Tjuta National Park. Discover the sculpted domes of Kata Tjuta, then walk along Uluru’s base to uncover ancient rock art, sacred waterholes, and stories that have shaped this land for thousands of years. With insights into Anangu culture, native desert plants, and the significance of this World Heritage–listed region, this tour offers a meaningful and memorable outback experience

Take three days to get to know the Red Center’s most famous attractions on this Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon Camping Safari from Ayers Rock. Explore the Lost City, Amphitheatre, Garden of Eden, and North and South walls with your guide, who will explain the details of the culture and the Outback way of life. While camping, get to have a spiritual understanding of the surroundings.

Explore the highlights of the West MacDonnell Ranges on a guided tour from Alice Springs—without the hassle of driving or planning. In just one day, check off multiple sites, including Simpsons Gap, Standley Chasm, Ormiston Gorge, Ochre Pits, Ellery Creek Big Hole, and Glen Helen. Enjoy short walks into dramatic gorges, discover hidden waterholes, capture classic Outback photos, and swim at select spots (conditions permitting).

Immerse yourself into the history of Mparntwe (pronounced m’barn-twa), the Arrernte name of Alice Springs. Learn how it came to be the central hub of the Australian outback by visiting the historical sites that played a big part in the evolution of a town originally called Stuart and its progression to what Alice Springs is today. Led by an experienced local tour guide who will share history and interesting information about the town as you move between the key attractions including the School of Air, Royal Flying Doctors Tourist Facility, Telegraph Station and Anzac Hill Lookout.

Walking around Uluru’s base takes a long time and you’ll get hot and tired in the process. See more of Uluru while touring on a fun Segway. After a thorough briefing on how to ride the vehicles safely, you’ll be taken in a small group around the base of the amazing rock. Learn about the history and culture of the red center along the way.

Head to Finke Gorge National Park from Alice Springs to explore an Aboriginal community and a beautiful oasis in the outback. Visit the historic town of Hermannsburg with its historic buildings and Aboriginal art gallery before going off-road in a 4WD to tackle the notorious Finke River trail. Highlights include a picnic lunch, Palm Valley, known for its red cabbage palms, and views of the MacDonnell Ranges from Kalarranga Lookout.

Sometimes driving through a small part of the Australian Outback isn’t enough. See the desert from above on a morning hot-air balloon ride. This tour from Alice Springs gets you up in the air near dawn for a scenic ride. Spot wildlife, including the elusive Red Kangaroo, from above, take in views of the landscape, and enjoy sparkling wine afterward.

Experience the magnetic allure of Uluru (Ayers Rock) on a morning tour of the sacred landmark. Get more than you would out of a brochure and learn about Uluru’s long history, from sacred Aboriginal site to postcard star, with a guide. Then, embark on a guided 6.5-mile (10.5-km) walk around the base of Uluru, stopping to see the waterfalls of Kantju Gorge and admire the Aboriginal rock art at the Mutitjulu Waterhole.

See Uluru at its most atmospheric during this small-group sunset tour. Avoid the hassle of renting a car with hotel pickup and drop-off included and head to Australia's Red Centre for a relaxing evening. Enjoy light refreshments and a glass of sparkling wine, along with informative commentary from your guide and transportation, as you watch the sun dip below the horizon.

Unleash your inner adventurer on this epic seven-day overland tour from Uluru to Adelaide through Australia's untamed outback. Feel connected to the Country as you immerse yourself in the Red Centre, the spiritual heart of Australia. Understand and appreciate the world's oldest living culture during powerful Indigenous experiences and take in striking desert landscapes and otherworldly rock formations. In outback South Australia, sleep in an underground dugout, noodle for opals and cross vast cattle stations. Traverse iconic outback tracks, and unearth the ancient Flinders Ranges. Your days will be filled with unforgettable adventures and evenings with magical outback sunsets, campfire banter and stargazing at the constellations of the southern skies.

A Relaxed Morning Exploring the Hidden Charms of Central Australia Explore Central Australia with the Red Centre Journey Tour, a relaxing morning adventure. Discover the ancient Ewaninga Aboriginal Rock Carvings, experience outback charm at Ooraminna Station Homestead, and step into the classic Australian landscape of the Drover’s Boy Film Set. Relive history at the Old Ghan Museum and enjoy stunning views from the Red Dune Desert Lookout. This tour offers a comfortable and enriching experience for all. Please note that you will need to purchase an NT Parks Pass prior to travel date.