This 5 day camping tour is designed for those who want to experience the true heart of Central Australia along with Ayers Rock, The Olgas and the Magnificent Kings Canyon.
There is also the opportunity to visit Palm Valley, Wallace Rockhole Aboriginal Community, view Gosse Bluff (130 Million year old comet crater), travel through Tylers Pass and spend a relaxing day in the beautiful MacDonnell Ranges.
DAY ONE - Alice Springs to Yulara (Lunch/Dinner)
Departing Alice Springs, we head south, stopping for a short visit at the Outback Camel Farm and then heading straight to our Yulara permanent campsite. The afternoon is spent exploring Kata Tjuta (The Olgas), before travelling to Uluru (Ayers Rock) to take in a spectacular sunset. Later we return to camp for a traditional Aussie meal. After dinner, relax around the camp, under the huge, starry desert skies.Overnight: Ayers Rock Resort Permanent Campsite
DAY TWO - Yulara to Kings Creek (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
It's an early rise today for an exciting morning with breathtaking views of sunrise at Uluru (Ayers Rock), a World Heritage listed area. Join your knowledgeable guide for a base tour of Uluru, exploring ancient caves where Aboriginal paintings can be seen. A fascinating time learning about the oldest culture in the world. This afternoon, travel through red sand dune & desert oak country to Kings Creek Cattle Station where optional activities are abundant. Tonight, try a traditional "camp oven" dinner, cooked in the coals of the fire. Overnight: Kings Creek Permanent Campsite.
DAY THREE - Kings Creek to Glen Helen (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Today we explore breathtaking Kings Canyon. There is no rush as we hike around the canyon rim viewing sites like the "Lost City" and the "Garden of Eden". After a picnic lunch, we head off on the famous Mereenie Loop Road towards the MacDonnell Ranges. Another great scenic campsite tonight - close to a beautiful freshwater swimming hole, at picturesque Glen Helen Gorge. Overnight: Glen Helen Permanent Campsite.
DAY FOUR - Glen Helen to Wallace Rockhole (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
An exciting day spent exploring many of the gorges & waterholes in this area. See Ormiston Gorge, Glen Helen Gorge, Ellery Creek, Standley Chasm and more! There are great walks to explore and in summer you can take a swim to cool off. Late afternoon, we end up at Wallace Rockhole Aboriginal Community, our overnight camp. Before dinner, visit the rockhole to view Aboriginal rock art and to learn about Aboriginal culture (seasonal). The overnight camp tonight is at Wallace Rock Hole Aboriginal Community.
DAY FIVE - Wallace Rockhole to Alice Springs (Breakfast/Lunch)
Real 4WD touring today as we drive through Finke Gorge National Park into Palm Valley. Dry riverbeds and uneven tracks make the journey an adventure in itself. The effort is well worth it when you see the park's rough red gorges and view ancient stands of palm trees and cycads. We'll have a picnic and do some hiking here before returning to Alice Springs later in the day, arriving approx. 6.30pm.
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