Uluru Sunrise & Guided Base Walk

Description

You will have an early start as you make your way to Talinguru Nyakunytjaku – the Uluru sunrise viewing area. Warm up with a tea or coffee and a light breakfast as you absorb the beauty of your surroundings. You will be in awe of the view you get of the stunning desert landscape as the sun peeks over Uluru and Kata Tjuta. This is the perfect photo opportunity. After sunrise you will board the coach for a short drive to the base of Uluru. Start your base walk from Kuniya Piti a sacred site, and listen to stories of the Anangu (Aboriginal people).

The Mala walk is next. It is believed that as you wander through this area you are surrounded by the spirit of the hare-wallaby people - the Mala Tjukurpa. Witness Kaṉtju Gorge that is fed by a spectacular waterfall that flows down the side of Uluru after significant rainfall. Stop off at the base of the climb point and after a short break, continue along the Lungkata Walk. 

See Mutitjulu Waterhole, what was a cherished source of water for the Aboriginal people in the area. Here you will get to observe beautiful Aboriginal rock paintings and also learn about the Aboriginal and European history of Uluru. The last section of the base walk is back to Kuniya Piti where you will board the coach again back to town.

Throughout your journey your guide will share many historical facts as well as an informative account of the amazing rock paintings you'll see. You’ll learn about the Aboriginal people and listen to their stories and discover the spiritual culture that engulfs this land. 

Trip Includes

• Guided half day tour of Uluru to see the sunrise & cultural walk
• Travel in air conditioned coach
• View the spectacular sunrise from Talinguru Nyakunytjaku platform 
• Light breakfast with tea & coffee
• Uluru Base Walk (1.5 - 2 hours)
• Mala Walk
• Kantju Gorge
• Lungkata Walk
• Mutitjulu Waterhole Walk (see aboriginal wall art & learn about the history)

Duration

• Allow 6 hours

Departures

• 1 hour before sunrise (returns between 11am-11.30am)
• Departs from Ayers Rock Resort
• Operates Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday all year

Other Information

• Child rates apply (5-15yrs). Not suitable for young children due to the amount of walking
• Infants under 5yrs travel free 
• Passengers under 18 years must be accompanied by a person 18 years & over
• Moderate level of fitness is required. Includes a lengthy but gentle walk on flat ground
• Tour departs 1.5 hours before sunrise & returns to Ayers Rock Resort 3.5 hours after sunrise
• Please ensure you have a minimum of 1.5 litres of water with you for your walk. Comfortable walking shoes are required
• Bring your camera for many stunning photographic opportunities
• Bring with you comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, hat, water bottle & a jacket in cooler months
• A $25 fee is payable on entry to the Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park. This fee covers you for 3 days in the park & is not included in the price of this tour. Children 15 years & under enter free
• Operated by AAT Kings - If you cancel your trip within 6 days of your departure date a 50% cancellation fee will be incurred