Create a travel plan for a 7 day Alice Springs to Uluru then to Kata Tjuta onto Kings Canyon and from here on the Mereenie loop to West MacDonnell Ranges into Alice Springs called the Red Centre Way

Create a travel plan for a 7 day Alice Springs to Uluru then to Kata Tjuta onto Kings Canyon and from here on the Mereenie loop to West MacDonnell Ranges into Alice Springs called the Red Centre Way
For the very best site we know of to look at a www.macdonnellranges.com


Access: 4wd | 4x4 | 4 Wheel Drive dirt roads and also route partly driven on sealed roads and highways
Start: From Alice Springs
Finish: Alice Springs Northern Territory Australia
Total Distance: Alice to Uluru section 452klm
Highlights: Uluru (Ayers Rock), Kata Tjuta (The Olgas), Kings Canyon, Aboriginal Art & Culture Centre, Alice Springs, West MacDonnell Ranges, Palm Valley, Mereenie Loop.

Day 1: Day 1 - Alice Springs to Ayers Rock Resort
Lave Alice Springs 7am and kick off your adventure on top of a camel! First stop is an authentic outback camel farm where you can choose to ride atop one of these desert giants at Stuart Wells 100KLm south on the Stuart Highway. Arrive Ayers Rock Resort early afternoon and you will have the opportunity to purchase Aboriginal arts and crafts at the Cultural Centre. You will be mesmerised as the desert sun sets over Uluru. Though go to the viewing point early.

Day 2: Day 2 - Ayers Rock Resort around Kata Tjuta and Uluru
An early start is rewarded with a glorious Uluru sunrise. While the morning's fresh (and your legs are too!) enjoy an unguided walk around the base of Uluru.
Then have breakfast and head to the 36 domes of Kata Tjuta will fascinate you, as you get up close to the majestic features of this ancient geological formation during a Valley of the Winds hike. if that's is too hard take the shorter Walpa Walk. (Only do the walk if it's not too hot). In the evening have a experience with a dinner at the 'Sounds of Silence'.

Day 3: Day 3 - Ayers Rock to Watarrka National Park (Kings Canyon)
Get there around lunchtime and visit Kings Creek Station for some of their many optional activities in the afternoon. Visit their website and check before you leave.

Day 4: Day 4 - Watarrka National Park (Kings Canyon)
Start early when it's cool and get your hiking shoes on today as we head out to explore the impressive formations and towering rock faces of Kings Canyon. You will be left breathless by the sheer size and beauty of the canyon as we trek through the Amphitheatre, discover the Lost City, the lush and ancient Garden of Eden and the North and South Walls.
After this rest for the day.

Day 5: Watarrka National Park (Kings Canyon) to Glen Helen
Travel along the well known Mereenie Loop Track (also called the Red Centre Way). Pass the 140 million year old meteorite crater, Gosse Bluff as we travel towards Glen Helen where we camp tonight nestled at the western end of the MacDonnell Ranges.

Day 6: Glen Helen to Alice Springs
During a morning hike you will discover the spectacular geological features of Ormiston Gorge and spot for wallabies and other wildlife. Then we travel along the 4WD tracks of the Finke River to access the remarkable scenery of Palm Valley and Cycad Gorge, exploring what was once a prehistoric inland sea. Keep your eyes out for the Livistonia Mariae, a tropical palm and one of the rarest trees in the world. The spectacular Western MacDonnell Ranges will continue to impress you all the way back to Alice Springs.

Day 7: Alice Springs to East MacDonnell Ranges return
Alice Springs travel out to Ross River resort in the East MacDonnell Ranges 112klm away and return afternoon. There are numerous gorges and waterfalls along the way. See the resource site below.

Northern Territory self drive travel information site
Kakdau National Park , Litchfield National Park , Katherine Gorge,Tropical Darwin

Notes:
Fatigue causes many crashes in Australia.
When driving long distances, stop and rest every 1-2 hours.
Try to have someone sit beside you to keep you company driving as our NT roads can be long and straight. (But not distract you)
Alcohol and driving don�t mix.
The blood alcohol level is 0.05.
Seat belts and child restraints must be worn by all vehicle occupants.
Always carry a copy of your driver�s license in English.
Take plenty of water on all outback trips;
Check distances and driving conditions; and ensure you have adequate petrol at all times.
Remember, rule �Number 1� in the Outback: if your car breaks down you MUST stay with your vehicle for safety reasons.
Don�t drive after dark.
Parks & Wildlife Commission Northern Territory provides information on Camping, National Parks, and Permits.
Ensure you are informed re the safety of swimming in the �Top End� � many areas are not safe to swim due to crocodiles.

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