Upon arriving in the Red Centre, you’ll want to spend at least a couple of days discovering Uluru and the surrounding areas. Check into your accommodation at Ayers Rock Resort, then head straight to the viewing platform for your first glimpse of Uluru. It’s a quick 15-minute jaunt from the resort – just stay on the marked trails and you’ll be marveling at the view in no time.
Located a 45-minute drive from the resort, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is a vast desert playground that’s home to both iconic landmarks. You could spend a full day discovering Uluru on foot (the Base Walk is a 10km leisurely track) and visiting the Cultural Centre, where you can take in free presentations by park staff and Anangu, view exhibits, browse galleries, and gain a deeper understanding of local culture.
Kata Tjuta is also a must-visit, especially for hikers! Choose from the Walpa Gorge walk (an easy, hour-long jaunt) or the more challenging Valley of the Winds (moderate terrain, which takes about 3-4 hours to complete). Similar to Uluru, Kata Tjuta plays an important role in Anangu culture. Please respect all signage and stay on marked trails at both sites.
Back at the resort there’s plenty to keep you busy as you gear up for your 14-day journey. A host of free cultural experiences introduce guests to Anangu traditions. Looking for relaxation? Spend an afternoon lounging poolside. There’s lots to see and do after the sun sets, too – book the Wintjiri Wiru experience to witness an ancient Mala story brought to life with choreographed drones, or take part in the guided Outback Sky Journeys tour to learn the secrets of the vast desert sky.

Drive from Uluru - Long Trip

14 Day Itinerary

Uluru to Darwin

Before your drive: Experience Uluru

Day 1: Start at Uluru, travel to Kings Canyon

Day 2: Kings Canyon to West MacDonnell Ranges

Day 3: West MacDonnell Ranges to Alice Springs

Day 4: Alice Springs

Day 5: Alice Springs to Karlu Karlu (Devils Marbles)

Day 6: Karlu Karlu to Mataranka via Daly Waters

Day 7: Mataranka to Katherine

Day 8: Katherine

Day 9: Katherine to Nitmiluk National Park

Day 10: Nitmiluk National Park to Kakadu National Park

Day 11: Kakadu National Park

Day 12: Kakadu National Park to Litchfield National Park

Day 13: Litchfield National Park

Day 14: Litchfield National Park to Darwin

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