Getting Around
Explore the Red Centre with Ease
Once you arrive in the Spiritual Heart of Australia, navigating this unique landscape is a breeze! Whether you are exploring Ayers Rock Resort or Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - or both! - everything is conveniently accessible.
Take a tour of Ayers Rock Resort on the complimentary resort shuttle bus, and discover dining outlets, free experiences, shops, and more!
Or, if you’re wanting to explore at your own pace, rent a car and enjoy a scenic drive through the National Park, and around the Red Centre. It may take a little longer, but those stunning desert views are well worth it!
Getting Around the Resort
A free shuttle bus circulates the Resort daily, departing approximately every 20 minutes from 10.30am-12.30am. It stops at all hotels, Ayers Rock Campground, Resort Town Square, Visitors’ Centre, and the Uluru Camel Farm.
Please note that the shuttle does not go to the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park.
Getting Around the National Park
Getting from Ayers Rock Resort to Uluru-Kata Tjuta is quick and easy, with the park just a short drive away. Located only 20 minutes from the Resort, you’ll find yourself immersed in the stunning landscapes and rich culture of the Spiritual Heart of Australia in no time.
In order to enter Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, visitors over the age of 18 will need to obtain a pass which you can purchase online through the Parks website.
Car Hire
Hiring a car is a great way to explore the Red Centre at your own pace. Avis and Hertz rentals are available at Ayers Rock Resort, with pick up and drop off options from Ayers Rock Airport and the Resort. Choose from a range of vehicles including 4WD and standard Sedan options.
Uluru Hop On Hop Off Bus
Uluru Hop On Hop Off Bus offers a scheduled transfer service to and from Ayers Rock Resort and Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. The bus service picks up from all hotels and Ayers Rock Campground, and drops off at the National Park Cultural Centre, sunrise and sunset lookouts, and Uluru and Kata Tjuta Walks.
Maps
To help you navigate this iconic destination, our maps provide all the essential information you need to make the most of your stay. From an overview of Ayers Rock Resort including dining outlets, shops, facilities and more, to guides designed to immerse you in the Red Centre, our maps make it easy to discover all the Spiritual Heart of Australia has to offer.