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Red Centre & Uluru Explorer
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Start
Uluru , Australia
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Finish
Alice Springs, Australia
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Trip Code
PZSR
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - 16
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Physical Rating
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Meals
5 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
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Transport
Private vehicle
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Accommodation
Hotel (2 nights), Air-Conditioned Bush Tents (with shared facilities) (1 night), Air-Conditioned Glamping Tents (with ensuite facilities) (2 nights)
From £1,398(6 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
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Discover the ever-changing colours of Uluru – one of Australia’s most spiritually significant sites – and watch the sandstone monolith change shades at sunset, then walk around the base at sunrise.
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Walk through Kata Tjuta (formerly known as 'The Olgas') – a towering collection of 36 domed rock formations – with your local leader, getting all the insider history of this amazing natural landscape.
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Spend a full day exploring Tjoritja (the West MacDonnell Ranges), heading to Gosse Bluff (Tnorala) asteroid crater, then walking the Ghost Gum trail to soak in the views across Ormiston Gorge (Kwartatuma).
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Hike across the famous Kings Canyon plateau, from the sandstone domes of the 'Lost City' to the oasis of the 'Garden of Eden'. Walk the red rock cliffs and view the palm forest below.
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Stay at your beautifully located camp in Finke River National Park near Palm Valley, in the West MacDonnell Ranges. This new campsite is private and exclusive to Intrepid, featuring glamping tents with air-conditioning and ensuite bathrooms.
Is this trip right for you?
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Temperatures in Australia's Red Centre can be extreme, so you will need to be well-prepared with clothing for the weather. Depending on the time of the year, daytime can be very hot (and the Australian sun is very strong year-round) so always use sun protection and drink plenty of water. In the evenings temperatures can really drop, so bring sufficient warm clothing - in winter temperatures can be below zero at night.
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As sunrise and sunset times as well as weather conditions vary throughout the year, the order of activities may change to ensure you have the best experience possible. On occasion, the First Nations experiences may not be available should our guides have other cultural commitments, in which case we will include alternative activities.
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This trip involves some early mornings and on some days of the trip, you’ll spend several hours driving through very sparse areas of Australia. Sit back and enjoy landscapes that you would miss in any other form of travel. Extra space can be tight, and conditions may feel a little cramped. Think of it as a great way to get to know your fellow travellers. The days can be long, but we want to fit as much of this amazing place in as we can in 6 short days!
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If you’re looking for a shorter, camping-based trip in the Red Centre, you might like to consider the 4-day Uluru & Kings Canyon Explorer trip. Search trip code PZRC on our website. Alternatively, if it is even more comfort you are after, search for Best of Uluru & Kings Canyon (PZKR).
Itinerary
Journey through the heart of Australia to discover First Nations culture and striking red landscapes
Spend six days in Australia’s iconic Outback and stand in awe at some of the country’s most incredible natural wonders. Discover the rich First Nations culture and explore the rust-coloured landscapes at dawn and dusk. Starting in either Yulara or Alice Springs, you’ll visit the iconic Uluru (which you’ll see at both sunrise and sunset from different perspectives) and Tjoritja-West MacDonnell National Park, as well as Kings Canyon and Kata Tjuta. Pack your hiking shoes and your swimwear, because this trip is jam-packed with outdoor activities that will show you what living in the Outback is all about.
- DAY 1Day 1 • Yulara (or Alice Springs) / Uluru / Yulara
- DAY 2Day 2 • Uluru / Kata Tjuta / Yulara
- DAY 3Day 3 • Uluru / Kings Canyon
- DAY 4Day 4 • Kings Canyon / Palm Valley
- DAY 5Day 5 • West MacDonnell Ranges / Palm Valley
- DAY 6Day 6 • Alice Springs
Inclusions
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5 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
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Private vehicle
bed Accommodation
Hotel (2 nights), Air-Conditioned Bush Tents (with shared facilities) (1 night), Air-Conditioned Glamping Tents (with ensuite facilities) (2 nights)
festival Included activities
circleUluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Uluru Sunset Viewing
circleUluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Uluru Sunrise Viewing
circleUluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Kata Tjuta Walpa Gorge Walk
circleUluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Kuniya Walk to Mutitjulu Waterhole with local Anangu Guide
circleUluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Cultural Centre
circleUluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Uluru Sunrise Base Walk
circleWatarrka National Park - Kings Canyon Rim Walk
circlePalm Valley - Arankaia Walk
circleTjoritja-West MacDonnell Ranges - Ormiston Gorge
circleTjoritja-West MacDonnell Ranges - Ochre Pits
circleTjoritja-West MacDonnell Ranges - Gosse Bluff Asteroid Crater (Tnorala)
museum Optional activities
circleUluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Field of Light - AUD55
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Friday May 30, 2025
Wednesday Jun 04, 2025
Trip size max: 16 - Sold Out
Friday Jun 06, 2025
Wednesday Jun 11, 2025
Trip size max: 16 - 4 spaces left
£1,777£1,688
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Trip size max: 16 - 1 space left
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Friday Jun 27, 2025
Wednesday Jul 02, 2025
Trip size max: 16 - 2 spaces left
£1,865£1,771
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Friday Jul 11, 2025
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Trip size max: 16 - 10 spaces left
£1,865£1,398
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Friday Jul 18, 2025
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Trip size max: 16 - 2 spaces left
£1,865£1,678
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Friday Jul 25, 2025
Wednesday Jul 30, 2025
Trip size max: 16 - 7 spaces left
£1,865£1,678
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Friday Aug 08, 2025
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Trip size max: 16 - 7 spaces left
£1,865£1,585
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Friday Aug 15, 2025
Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
Trip size max: 16 - 6 spaces left
£1,865£1,585
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Friday Sep 05, 2025
Wednesday Sep 10, 2025
Trip size max: 16 - 4 spaces left
£1,865£1,678
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Friday Sep 12, 2025
Wednesday Sep 17, 2025
Trip size max: 16 - 10 spaces left
£1,865£1,678
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Friday Sep 19, 2025
Wednesday Sep 24, 2025
Trip size max: 16 - 7 spaces left
£1,694£1,525
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Friday Sep 26, 2025
Wednesday Oct 01, 2025
Trip size max: 16 - 8 spaces left
£1,694£1,525
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Friday Oct 10, 2025
Wednesday Oct 15, 2025
Trip size max: 16 - 1 space left
£1,777£1,599
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Important notes
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START & END TIME & LOCATION
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The trip starts on day 1 either in Alice Springs with a pick up from Stay at Alice Springs Hotel at 8:30 am or with a Welcome Meeting at 4pm in Yulara at our joining point hotel. Please advise us of your preferred start location at the time of booking. The trip finishes in Alice Springs on the last day (day 6) mid-morning. We recommend you book your departure flight from Alice Springs no earlier than 12:30pm on the last day. Accommodation is not included on this day but can be booked on request.
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SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
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A Single Supplement can be booked if you’d prefer not to share a room and tent on this trip, subject to availability. The single supplement excludes nights 4 and 5. On those nights you will be sharing with another traveller of the same gender.
Reviews (12)
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Christine
Apr 06, 2025
Amazing rock formations and colour of the desert. Very enjoyable tour.
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Chien-Hue
Apr 05, 2025
The sights on this trip was unreal with its desert scenery. Great, personable group and leader, Ronald. Recommend!
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Ronald
Oct 30, 2024
The Uluru/red centre explorer trip was brilliant. The itinerary was outstanding and our tour guide Robbie made the trip even more memorable through his detailed knowledge of the area and his unbridled enthusiasm. I would absolutely recommend this tour with Robbie at the helm - and have already done so to several of my work colleagues and family.
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Catherine
Sep 23, 2024
This is the best way to see central Australia.
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Victoria
Aug 26, 2024
We have just returned from the Red Centre and Uluru Explorer. We have done a number of great trips with Intrepid and have enjoyed everyone. The sights on this Red Centre trip were outstanding and the information and opportunities for photographs at sunset and sunrise were fantastic. Everyone on our trip enjoyed a wonderful holiday thanks to the great organisation and information of the guide and Intrepid. Thanks Ronald.
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Norman
Aug 25, 2024
The tour was wonderful and Ronald our driver was extremely friendly, competent a great organiser and communicator. The itinerary was just perfect for what my family wished to visit. Accommodations were comfortable and included meals very satisfactory. Transportation was comfortable and well maintained.
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Susan
Aug 07, 2024
An excellent trip highlighting the Red Centre, spectacular engagement with Uluṟu, Kata Tjuta and Watarrka National Park, a wonderful indigenous experience and a friendly and approachable guide.
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Angel
Aug 02, 2024
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Valentina
Aug 02, 2024
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Christina
Jul 11, 2024
Wow! what a wonderful experience to get up close to a very special place in Australia. Seeing the variety of textures of nature was an absolute thrill. Having someone else take care of all the logistics and essentials was the best way to have a relaxing fun filled adventure.