Camping at Ayers Rock Resort: Everything You Need to Know

Australia’s Red Centre is a breathtakingly beautiful place: sandy, reddish-orange desert hues, spectacular sunsets and sunrises, and an endless expanse of sparkling stars overhead at night. What better way to experience this colourful, vibrant part of Australia than camping or caravanning?

Australia’s Red Centre is a breathtakingly beautiful place, complete with sandy, reddish-orange desert hues, spectacular sunsets and sunrises, and an endless expanse of sparkling stars overhead at night. What better way to experience this colourful, vibrant part of Australia than camping or caravanning? The opportunity to sleep under the desert sky and wake up for a day full of adventure the moment you step out of your tent or van — is an everyday reality in the Outback. So, solo travellers, nature lovers, and families, listen up! We’ve got camping down to a science, no matter how you prefer to explore. Choose your camping style below and get ready for a bucket list Australian experience.

Located just 20 km from Uluru and a short hop on the complimentary shuttle to all the amenities of Ayers Rock Resort, Ayers Rock Campground provides a beautiful base location offering the best of both worlds — the natural beauty of the Australian desert alongside a swimming pool, IGA, service station, and 13 different dining options. Whether you’re looking to unwind in an air-conditioned cabin equipped with cooking facilities, hook up your campervan at one of our powered campsites, or pitch your tent under the shade of the native desert oaks and spend your nights stargazing, there's a place for you here.

Our two-bedroom cabins are air-conditioned with access to shared bathroom facilities and include two bedrooms, linen, cooking facilities and utensils, microwave, refrigerator, and television. One bedroom contains one double bed, while two sets of single bunk beds are in the second bedroom, suitable for children. Cabins sleep a maximum of six people and are a cozy option for families looking to make memories in the Outback.

Why You’ll Love It:

Perfect for families and groups of friends, our cabins allow you to travel light by eliminating the need to pack your camping gear, tent, and linens. Parents appreciate the ease of the kitchen, and groups like how they can all sleep under one roof.

Immerse yourself in nature with our tenting options! Choose from 220 spacious powered and non-powered tent sites. All tent sites are located within close proximity to the campground’s shared facilities. Powered sites include 240/250 volt, 50Hz AC outlets. Just don’t forget to pack your tent!

Why You’ll Love It:

Staying at Ayers Rock Campground is a special experience. After learning about the culture and history of Uluru, you’ll feel connected to the land while sitting around the campfire and walking up with the soft light filtering through the tent fly. Tenting is ideal for all kinds of folks as long as you prepare ahead of time for your stay.

Our van sites (approximate site length 8m/26 feet, with and without slabs) are made for #VanLife campers. With powered and unpowered sites (approximate site length 6m/19 feet) available, you can choose to go off-grid or take this as a chance to charge up, in more ways than one! Powered van sites have electrical outlets for 240/250 volt, 50Hz AC, and water connections.

Why You’ll Love it:

Home is always close when you camp with a van! Easy hook-ups, spacious sites, and wide open sky, what more could you want? Van sites are close to shared facilities and water supplies to make your trip even easier.

Towing in your trailer or camper? Ayers Rock Campground has you covered. Park your camper or trailer and enjoy everything Ayers Rock Campground has to offer: spacious sites (8m/26 feet in length), with electrical outlets for 240/250 volt, 50Hz AC, and close proximity to the shared facilities and water supply.

Why you’ll love it:

Pull in, set up, and get ready to explore the Red Centre. These sites are perfect for any size camper, van, and travelling troupe. With the red dirt at your front door, these are great sites to set up shop so you can start your adventure.

If you’re flying into Ayers Rock Airport, you can expect a quick 15-20 minute drive via the convenient and complimentary airport shuttle. Once you’re settled in at your campsite, the resort’s shuttle service operates every 20 minutes, ferrying guests around the resort. Alternatively, the resort’s Town Square hub is only a 10-15 minute walk from the campground. See more details about getting to Ayers Rock Resort via air, coach, and car.

The car rental options at Ayers Rock Resort are Avis, Thrifty, and Hertz. A car is a convenient and fast way to explore all the wonders of the Australian Red Centre, including Uluru, Kata Tjuta, Watarrka (Kings Canyon) and Alice Springs at your own pace. The Red Centre Way is famous for good reason. We recommend pre-booking your car hire so you’re ready to roll as soon as you arrive at Ayers Rock Airport.

If you are flying into Alice Springs, please be aware Ayers Rock Resort is an approximately 4.5-hour drive away. We recommend hiring a 4WD if you’re planning to drive the Red Centre Way loop. If you’re travelling by 2WD, take the sealed road from Alice Springs to Uluru.

Camping near Uluru gets you close to all the Red Centre hotspots and must-see activities, like Field of Lights, Wintjiri Wiru, and Bush Yarns. If you want to unwind and relax, stick close to your site and take advantage of the Bough House, Geckos Cafe, and Outback BBQ & Bar. Plus, keep an eye out on our latest campground offers - when you stay more, you save more!

We can’t wait for you to witness your very first fiery Outback sunrise or experience the absolute wonder of sitting under the sparkling Milky Way, listening to the wild birds and reflecting on an amazing day of adventure. Start planning today by checking out our campground availability and rates, browsing tours and activities, and learning about other ways to explore the outdoors. We’ll save you a campsite — see you soon!