Uluru & Kings Canyon Adventure

Intrepid Travel · 4 days
Uluru & Kings Canyon Adventure
Uluru & Kings Canyon Adventure
Uluru & Kings Canyon Adventure
Uluru & Kings Canyon Adventure
Uluru & Kings Canyon Adventure
Uluru & Kings Canyon Adventure
Uluru & Kings Canyon Adventure
Uluru & Kings Canyon Adventure
Uluru & Kings Canyon Adventure
Uluru & Kings Canyon Adventure
Uluru & Kings Canyon Adventure
Uluru & Kings Canyon Adventure
Uluru & Kings Canyon Adventure
Uluru & Kings Canyon Adventure
Uluru & Kings Canyon Adventure
4 Days
From AUD $1455
Trip Type
Small Group
Activity Level
Average

Rating


(10 reviews)

Uluru & Kings Canyon Adventure

Uluru & Kings Canyon Adventure

Intrepid Travel · 4 days
Duration

4 days

Tour Type

Small Group

Accommodations

Basic

Physical Rating

Average

Guide Language

English

Experience Overview

Take a deep dive into the sacred heart of Australia’s Red Centre, experiencing magnificent sunrises and sunsets, fascinating landscapes and incredible culture across four action-packed days.

Highlights

  • Admire the ever-changing colours of Uluru, one of Australia’s most spiritually significant sites, as you view the epic sandstone monolith at both sunrise and sunset.
  • Learn about the importance of great Tjunba (perentie) totem that protects the Simpsons Gap from a First Nations guide during a walk through the spiritual site.
  • Explore Kings Canyon by foot and soak up the breath-taking scenery of soaring red cliffs, sandstone domes and tranquil gardens. Then, wind through two of Kata Tjuta’s towering domed rock formations on the Walpa Gorge Walk with your leader.
  • Take a walk with your leader to the Mutitjulu Waterhole to see more of the incredible landscape and learn about its importance to the Anangu people.
  • Deepen your connection to Country during a visit to the Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre.

Trip Details

Duration

4 days

Transportation

Private vehicle

Tour Type

Small Group

Guide Language

English

Starts

Alice Springs / Simpsons Gap / Kings Canyon, Australia

Finishes

Uluru / Yulara (or Alice Springs), Australia

Accommodations

Basic

Travel Style

Explorer

Physical Rating

Average

Itinerary

1
Day 1: Alice Springs / Simpsons Gap / Kings Canyon
Palya! Welcome to Alice Springs (Mparntwe in the language of the Traditional Owners of the land on which Alice Springs is now located), the heart of the Australian Outback. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 8 am, where you’ll meet your trip leader and fellow travellers. Then, hit the road for Simpsons Gap in the West MacDonnell Ranges National Park (Tjoritja). Keep an eye out for rock wallabies as you take part in a guided walk through the important spiritual site. A First Nations guide will share their insights on the local flora and fauna and will tell the story of the great Tjunba (Perentie) totem that protects the gorge and its present importance to the Eastern and Northern Arrernte People. The walk will also take you along the riverbed that marks the boundary between the Eastern and Northern Arrernte tribes. Next, drive along the Stuart and Lasseter Highway and through the colourful semi-desert to Watarrka National Park, home of the majestic Kings Canyon. There’ll be a quick stop in Erldunda to pick up lunch, then it’s on to your campsite near Kings Canyon. Upon return to camp join your travel companions for an included dinner.

Included Activities:

  • Tjoritja-West MacDonnell Ranges - Simpsons Gap Guided Aboriginal Cultural Walk

Accommodation:

  • Semi-permanent tents with shared facilities (Number of Nights: 1)
2
Day 2: Kings Canyon / Uluru / Yulara
After an early breakfast, head out for a walk around the rim of Kings Canyon in Watarrka National Park. With soaring cliffs and rock formations, you’d be hard pressed to find a more magical place. The walk starts with a difficult climb to the top of the canyon to take in unrivalled views, before descending through the Lost City – a series of natural sandstone domes resembling ancient ruins. Continue to the unexpected greenery of the Garden of Eden, which stands in stark contrast to the rest of the arid landscape. In the afternoon drive to Yulara, then make your way to Australia’s most spiritually significant and iconic site, Uluru. From a prime viewing location, enjoy the view as the sun sets over the epic sandstone monolith – watching the incredible landscape shift in colour is a sight you won’t soon forget! This evening, tuck into an included dinner. Depending on the time of year this will be either before or after the sunset viewing.

Included Activities:

  • Watarrka National Park - Kings Canyon Rim Walk
  • Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Uluru Sunset Viewing

Accommodation:

  • Semi-permanent tents with shared facilities (Number of Nights: 1)
3
Day 3: Kata Tjuta / Uluru / Yulara
This morning, head out to Kata Tjuta (formerly known as 'The Olgas'), a towering collection of 36 domed rock formations. These rust-coloured beauties are truly one of Australia’s most impressive sights. Embark on the Walpa Gorge walk. On one side, Mount Olga towers above the track below – giving you a real sense of just how incredible this place is. Return to Uluru and continue connecting with First Nations culture during a stop at the Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre, where you will also have a picnic lunch. Afterwards join your leader for a walk to the beautiful Mutitjulu Waterhole at the base of the rock. Your leader will explain what makes this waterhole sacred and its connection to the Anangu people. This evening is free for you to do as you please. You’ll have the option to visit the Field of Light, an enormous art installation that illuminates the landscape with 50,000 stems of light, or alternatively take it easy and kick back at camp. There are a number of dinner options in Yulara. Your leader will be at hand to recommend a place and facilitate transport.

Included Activities:

  • Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Kata Tjuta Walpa Gorge Walk
  • Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Cultural Centre
  • Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Kuniya Walk to Mutitjulu Waterhole

Optional Activities:

  • Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Field of Light (55 AUD)

Accommodation:

  • Semi-permanent tents with shared facilities (Number of Nights: 1)
4
Day 4: Uluru / Yulara (or Alice Springs)
Start the day early in one of the best ways imaginable – watching a spectacular sunrise over Uluru and one last walk with your leader to learn more about the Mala people and their significance. If you feel energetic you can also opt to do the entire base walk this morning (approximately 11km). Your leader will pick you up again at the end of the walk. Then, make your way back to Yulara, where your Outback adventure will come to an end. If you’re flying out of Alice Springs, you can remain on the vehicle as your leader will be heading back to Alice Spring, arriving in the early evening.

Included Activities:

  • Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Uluru Mala Walk
  • Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Uluru Sunrise Viewing

Optional Activities:

  • Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Sunrise Base Walk - Free
Exclusions
  • Flights to and from origin and destinations
  • Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
  • Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
  • Recommended gratuities/tipping
  • Optional activities/tours
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
Important Information
Meals

When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We willdo our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.

Luggage

You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.

Mobility

Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.

Fitness Level

This tour requires an Average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.

Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.

If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).

Sightseeing

If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.

Visas

Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.

  • It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
  • Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
  • Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
Departure Dates & Surcharges: See checkout for live dates and availability.
AUD $1,455
(Tour only)
Per Person Twin Share

Duration: 4 days

Trip Type: Small Group

Activity Level: Average

Take a deep dive into the sacred heart of Australia’s Red Centre, experiencing magnificent sunrises and sunsets, fascinating landscapes and incredible culture across four action-packed days.

Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 14 Apr 2026

Customer Reviews

Overall Rating
Excellent
4.5
Guide
Excellent
4.5
Itinerary
Excellent
4.5
Accommodations
Excellent
4.5
Transportation
Excellent
4.5
Tour Operator
Excellent
4.5
Food
Excellent
4.5
4.5
Sarina
Traveled, June 2025

06/17/2025

I loved this trip. It was a really well rounded trip in terms of sightseeing, physical activities and quite budget friendly. Pat - who was our tour guide - was really excellent and took great care.

4.5
Stephen
Traveled, June 2025

06/15/2025

The Tour itinery was exactly what i was looking for on a short trip. Tour leader was really well organised and explained what was happening on each day. The fellow travellers were great, an incredible bunch of friendly people.

Tour Operator

Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.

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