| Visit Uluru
(Ayers Rock), Kata Tjuta (the Olgas),
Kings Canyon plus the desert oasis
of Palm Valley. There is plenty of
time to explore each area, including
sunset and sunrise on Uluru. Choose
to stay in either our comfortable
permanent safari camp or in hotel
accommodation
Day 1:
Kata Tjuta (the Olgas)
This afternoon visit Kata Tjuta (The
Olgas), a unique rock formation of
many large domes that is sacred to
the local Aboriginal people. Explore
Walpa Gorge and then watch the
sunset at Uluru while enjoying a
complimentary glass of wine.
Accommodation: Ayers Rock Resort
– choice of hotel or tented
standards
Day 2:
Uluru (Ayers Rock)
Early departure to view the
splendour of the desert sunrise
within Uluru and Kata-Tjuta National
Park. A light breakfast will be
served by your guide while you are
taking in the spectacular
surroundings. You may like to climb
to the top of the monolith or enjoy
a guided walk and learn of the
Aboriginal mythology surrounding
this mystical place. Continue on a
guided base tour around Uluru before
visiting the Uluru-Kata Tjuta
Cultural Centre. Depart this
afternoon for travel to Kings
Canyon.
Accommodation: Kings Canyon Resort -
choice of hotel or tented standards
(Continental Breakfast)
Day 3: Kings Canyon
After a light breakfast, join a
guided climb to the rim of Kings
Canyon for marvelous views of
Watarrka National Park (for those
with a good level of fitness only,
sturdy shoes required). An easier
walk along the boulder-strewn Canyon
floor is also available. Enjoy lunch
at Kings Canyon Resort (own expense)
before traveling to Alice Springs.
Accommodation: Alice Springs –
choice of hotel or budget room
(Continental Breakfast)
Day
4:
Palm
Valley
Join your 4WD tour group today in
Alice Springs and travel out through
the Western McDonnell Ranges to the
oasis in the desert that is Palm
Valley. Visit an aboriginal
community at Hermannsburg and learn
about Aboriginal art and culture.
4WD down the Finke River through
spectacular mountain scenery and
rocky escarpment country. Take a
guided walk through Palm Valley and
marvel at the colours of the canyon
walls and the ancient plant life
that exists here. Return to Alice
Springs where you tour concludes.
Note:
2 and 3 day tours also available,
please inquire. |
