Uluru (Ayers Rock) Australia

Ayers Rock – Uluru
A world heritage listed, natural inspiration.

You haven’t truly experienced the great Australian Outback until you’ve seen Ayers Rock. Rising from the spinifex plains of the Northern Territories like some giant continental beacon, the sacred rock of Uluru is perhaps the ultimate icon of this great Southern Land.

Despite its remote location, some 400kms from Alice Springs, Ayers Rock continues to attract tourists, and for good reason. There’s simply no other geological feature like it anywhere in the world. Seeing it change several hues of terracotta and crimson as the sun sets over the tribal lands of the Pitjantjatjara is an unforgettable experience. Awaking in the morning to see the ‘lights switched on’ as the bold Outback sun illuminates Uluru is certainly spiritual.

We’ve got every sandstone inch of the four million ton World Heritage site covered here ― how best to experience it, when to come and how to get here.

Map of Uluru (Ayers Rock) Australia

Australian Outback Towns

Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park

Kata Tjuta (The Olgas)
Also known by their Aboriginal name of Kata Tjuta, this landmark offers an equally arresting experience. Resembling Uluru, but weathered into several smaller mounts through which you can hike, the Olgas are an intriguing side trip. »

Uluru tours
A surprising number of activities and attractions are provided in the area, as part of your fair dinkum Outback experience. Get the most out of your visit and don’t miss Kings Canyon on your way back to Alice Springs. »

Australian Aborigines
They’ve been here a lot longer than anyone else, even perhaps the kangaroos, but the people of the Pitjantjatjara are the spiritual guardians of Uluru and put on some fascinating cultural displays, from dot art to didgeridoos. »

History of Uluru (Ayers Rock)

Uluru was built up during the creation period by two boys who played in the mud after rain. When they had finished their game they travelled south to Wiputa... fighting together, the two boys made their way to the table topped Mount Conner, on top of which their bodies are preserved as boulders. Uluru: An Aboriginal history of Ayers Rock - Robert Layton's (1989)

Ayers Rock resorts

Several resorts and desert tented camps are an essential part of the trip, since an overnight sojourn within sight of Ayers Rock is necessary. Besides, there’s much more to see in the area.

See the Uluru from the air

Get a unique view of the the wonder that is Ayres Rock and take to the air!
See the Uluru from the air.

Adventure Activities

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Great Barrier Reef Adventure Activities