Road trip from Alice Springs to Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park and Red Centre Way and return to Alice Springs in Northern Territory Australia

Uluru and Lasseters Highway campgrounds:

Ayers Rock Resort Campground:
Only 20km from Uluru, Ayers Rock Resort provides a variety of Uluru accommodation options and Uluru holiday deals for all tastes and budgets, from 5-star Sails in the Desert Hotel to the Ayers Rock Campground.
Located 15km from Uluru, Ayers Rock Campground caters to the en-route travel camping needs, from air-conditioned cabins to powered sites for caravans, campervans, motor homes and camper trailers, or pitch your tent on lush green grass under the shade of native desert oaks. The Campground also provides a range of services and facilities including a swimming pool, playground, bbq facilities and outdoor kitchen and self-service laundry facilities to make the great outdoors truly enjoyable. Located within Ayers Rock Resort, the campground is an ideal base from which to experience the beauty of the living cultural landscape of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. The Resort boasts a range of restaurants and bars, shops, a well-stocked IGA supermarket, petrol station, Tour & Information Centre, art galleries and a convenient complimentary shuttle service to get around. As a guest staying at the Ayers Rock Campground you can participate in a range of Free Daily Activities including guided garden walks and Indigenous bush yarns.

Ayers Rock Resort 2 Bedroom Cabins: The campground offers 14 air-conditioned cabins with shared bathroom facilities. Cabins feature 2 bedrooms, linen, cooking facilities and utensils, microwave, refrigerator and television. Bedding configuration is 1 double bed in one bedroom, and 2 sets of single bunk beds in the second bedroom. Sleeps a maximum of 6 people

Ayers Rock Resort Camping - Powered Site: The campground is close to all facilities and consists of 198 Powered Camping Sites which are spacious offering plenty of room to relax. Each site is featured on a shaded area with power for added comfort - electrical outlets 240/250 Volt, 50Hz AC.

Ayers Rock Resort Camping - Non-Powered Site: There are 220 non-powered tent sites on a spacious area located within close proximity to shared facilities. Email: [email protected]



Campgrounds on the way to Ayers Rock Resort from Alice Springs: Via the Stuart Highway and the Lasseter Highway part of the Red Centre Way scenic route.

Stuarts Well Roadhouse:
The Stuarts Well Roadhouse campgroundis grassed, a short walk to showers and toilets, can receive wifi and powered tent site is avaliable. ... Stuarts Well Roadhouse offers quite a large area for FREE camping and unpowered sites
stuartswellroadhouse.com.au
Phone: +61 8 8956 7474
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Powered Sites - Stuarts Well Roadhouse makes your life easy with our drive through system on powered sites, so no need to reverse. Sites have power and most sites have water supply, can receive wifi, a short walk to the showers and toilets. Cost - from $25.00 per night
Campground - The Stuarts Well Roadhouse campground is grassed, a short walk to showers and toilets, can receive wifi and powered tent site is avaliable. Cost - from $10 per person per night
Cabin Accommodation - Stuarts Well Roadhouse has 6 very comfortable cabins. All cabins have ensuites, bar fridge, coffee/tea making facilities, double bed, queen bed, single bed or bunk beds, airconditioning, heating, wifi can be available in rooms, parking right in front of rooms and a short walk to bar and restaurant. Cost - from $105.00 per night
Budget Accommodation - Each budget room has 2 bunk beds in each room or 2 single beds, with a short walk to the showers and toilets cabins, cupboard space, airconditioning, heating and parking right out the front. Cost - from $30 per person per night


Curtin Springs Campground - Powered and unpowered sites:
We just luv this place thanks Ashley, Lyndee and Peter Severin - see the cartoon on the pub wall - you will know when you see it.
Occupying an area of 416,400 hectares (1,028,947 acres) the working cattle station and roadhouse facility is located on the Lasseter Highway, 85 kilometres (53 mi) east of Yulara and the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park in the Northern Territory of Australia.
Only Campground. In our campground, we have 4 powered sites and unlimited unpowered sites available. Powered sites are $45 per night. There is no charge for unpowered sites. https://www.curtinSprings.com/wayside-inn/accommodation/campground/ We do not take bookings or reservations for unpowered sites. We do not allocate specific space for each unpowered site. Arrive early so you have a better choice of sites! There is a small charge per person/per shower for your hot shower and it applies to everyone in both powered and unpowered sites. Collect and bring your own wood for your campsite (along the roadside is the best place to find wood, there is no wood in our immediate vicinity).
What to do at Curtain Springs: curtinSprings.com/curtin-springs-paper/curtin-springs-paper-tours and .curtinsprings.com/shop and Peter has a wide range of native birds and parrots in our large aviaries.
The store is open from 7am until late every day of the year. We sell petrol, diesel, soft drinks, ice creams, food, souvenirs, tea and coffee as well as alcohol both to drink in or takeaway.


Mount Ebenezer Roadhouse and Campground
Now when I lived in Alice Springs and visted there back in the 90's they didn't have camping but apparantly now they do.
Best is to check at the Alice Springs visitors information centre in Parsons St & Todd Mall, Alice Springs +61 8 8952 5800 (As we can't find a website or phone number for them)
Accommodation Options are Motel Rooms Powered Caravan Sites Camping
Ref: wikiaustralia.com/product/9032702/


Erldunda Roadhouse and Campground
Erldunda Roadhouse is located 200klm south of Alice Springs on the corner of the Stuart & Lasseter Highways at Erldunda, NT 0872 Phone: 08 8956 0984
Again best is to check at the Alice Springs visitors information centre in Parsons St & Todd Mall, Alice Springs +61 8 8952 5800
A campsite is equipped with modern facilities suited for families, groups and independent travellers erldundaroadhouse.com/camping-uluru
Ref: wikiaustralia.com/product/9032702/

A 2wd Motorhome road trip in Uluru from Alice Springs: Let's explain the red centre region even further: You can stop and see these destinations before or after your Uluru road trip from Alice Springs and loop back, just check our maps.


A 4wd camper road trip from Alice Springs to Uluru and the Mereeniee Loop, West MacDonnell Ranges and East MacDonnell Ranges: The where a 4wd camper can go also..




Highways and Sealed Road access

Uluru park - Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park
Uluru park�s name was changed to Uluru and Kata Rock�Mt Olga) National Park in 1977. In 1985, after more than 35 years of campaigning, Anangu were recognised as the traditional owners of the park and handed back the deeds to their homelands. The park was officially renamed Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park in 1993. Though many locals and even myself still refer to Uluru as Ayers Rock and Kata Tjuta as the Mt Olga.
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List for both its natural and cultural values. The park was first added to the list in 1987, when the international community recognised its spectacular geological formations, rare plants and animals, and outstanding natural beauty.
In 1994, UNESCO also recognised the park�s cultural landscape � the unique relationship between the natural environment and the belief system of Anangu, one of the oldest societies on earth.
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is one of only a few dozen places in the world to have received a dual World Heritage listing (and one of only four in Australia).



Walks in Uluru National Park
Take the time to soak up the natural beauty and rich culture of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. From mind-blowing rock formations to endless vistas, from soaring domes to unbelievable crevices and rock art paintings, our walking tracks are the ideal way to discover the hidden features of the park. Most of the tracks are wheelchair accessible and range from easy to moderate.

How to do the Uluru base walk - We recommend you start the base walk from the Mala carpark in the early morning, while it�s cool. Facing the rock, start by going clockwise. Each section will look and feel completely different. Some areas are surprisingly green and lush, providing plenty of wildlife and bush tucker spotting opportunities, while other sections feel open and vast, with little shade. The base walk will take you through acacia woodlands and grassed claypans. You will encounter bloodwoods, native grasses, and many waterways and waterholes. The base walk is the best way to discover the diverse plants, animals and geological features of the park. Some tracks close in the afternoon during the summer, due to the high risk of heat stroke.

This walk goes from the Mala carpark to Kantju Gorge. It�s the same path taken by the daily ranger-guided Mala walk and most tours of Uluru. Enter the caves where the Mala (rufous hare-wallaby) people camped when they first arrived at Uluru and see the kitchen cave where they prepared their meals. The Mala people are the Anangu�s ancestors, and their story is one of the most important stories of Tjukurpa. Admire the fine examples of rock art along this walk before arriving at Kantju Gorge, a place of profound peacefulness surrounded by sheer vertical walls. Drinking water is available on this walk.

The north-east face of Uluru features some of the rock�s most mysterious formations. It is dotted with sacred sites that should only be seen in person. This is the longest open stretch of the Uluru base walk, running from Kitchen Cave on the Mala walk to Kuniya Piti. The track distances itself from the rock as it crosses the north-east face. According to Anangu culture, the rock formations of the north-east face hold chapters of creation stories that should only be learned in person. It is inappropriate for any images of these sites to be viewed elsewhere.

The Liru walk (named after the poisonous brown snake) winds through a mulga forest. It often comes alive with colourful flowers after rain. This track connects the Cultural Centre with the base of Uluru. A few hundred metres from the Cultural Centre you�ll find one of the park�s best-kept secrets � a large shelter in a sandy clearing with uninterrupted views of the rock. Mostly passed through by cyclists and very few visitors, this is a fantastic place to soak up the solitude, listen to the wind in the trees and contemplate the sheer magnitude of Uluru.

One of the few permanent water sources around Uluru, Mutitjulu Waterhole is a place where you can sit quietly and listen to the sounds of the beginning of time. The short Kuniya walk runs from the Kuniya carpark to Mutitjulu Waterhole. The presence of water means this area is particularly lush and shady. This is one of the few places in the park where you may see wallabies among the tall grasses and river red gum trees. Bush foods also abound, including tjantu (bush tomatoes), ili (figs) and arnguli (bush plums). Mutitjulu Waterhole is a special place where Uluru�s traditional owners regularly take VIPs. The British Royals and the Dalai Lama are just some of the famous faces who have visited. If you get the waterhole all to yourself, take a moment to sit on the bench and close your eyes to experience an intimate connection with nature. The sound of the trickling water and the chirping of the birds will fill your heart with a sense of peace and joy.

This idyllic track runs right next to Uluru, providing many opportunities for you to touch the rock and feel its textures. The area is also home to thousands of birds. Connecting the Kuniya walk with the Mala carpark, the Lungkata walk is one of the most geologically impressive and visually diverse sections of the Uluru base walk. There are sections where the sides of Uluru slant down to meet the path. Here you�ll encounter spectacular elevated caves and crevices � carved by millennia of wind and water erosion � which are home to thousands of birds. The Lungkata walk isn�t as well travelled as Uluru�s other tracks. If you�ve already seen an Uluru sunset from a distance, consider coming here for a front-row seat of the rock glowing bright red at dusk. You�ll feel the warmth emanating from the rock as the sun sets over the horizon. Park beside the road near the stretch of track that connects the ring road with the base walk (near the Mala carpark). Bring your binoculars or a long lens to see hundreds of tiny birds nesting high up in the caves.



Kata Tjuta - The Olgas:
Kata Tjuta, also known as the Olgas, is a group of large, domed rock formations or bornhardts located about 360 km southwest of Alice Springs, in the southern part of the Northern Territory, central Australia.

Take a walk
Choose from a number of walking trails that range from easy strolls to longer, more difficult tracks. At the end of the short walk to the Kata Tjuta dune viewing area you can sit and take in the magnificent panoramic view of the domes.

The Walpa Gorge Walk is a rocky track that rises gently and passes rare plants and leads to a grove of spearwood.

The longest of all trails at Kata Tjuta is the Valley of the Winds Walk � a moderately difficult track with breathtaking views. It is very steep in places, but the 7.4km circuit is worth the effort (3 to 4 hours) � it takes you between the domes, through creek beds and away from the crowds.

Hike around the soaring rock domes of Kata Tjuta / The Olgas at sunset and watch them glow and change colour with the surrounding desert landscape. Australia�s Red Centre is home to natural wonder and cultural landmark, Kata Tjuta (the Olgas). Hike around the soaring rock domes, which glow at sunrise and sunset. Located approximately 40km west of Uluru, the ochre-coloured shapes are an intriguing and mesmerising sight.



Watarrka National Park (Kings Canyon Australia):
Kings Canyon to Uluru (Ayers Rock) 306km - 3.5 hour drive from Ayers Rock Resort on sealed road.
The station lies 36 kilometres from the magnificent Kings Canyon (Watarrka) and is set amongst majestic desert oaks.
The cooler months (April to September) are the most pleasant. Overnight camping in tents or campervans is not permitted in the National Park. Commercial motel and camping accommodation is the only option available for visitors wishing to stay overnight at Watarrka.
Watarrka National Park (Kings Canyon) includes the western end of the George Gill Range.
This scenic landscape of rugged ranges, rockholes and moist gorges acts as a refuge for many plants and animals. This makes the Park an important conservation area and a major visitor attraction in Central Australia.

Walks into Kings Canyon Australia
The Kings Creek Walk (2.6 km, one hour return). The gentle slope of the track meanders up Kings Creek. This walk is suitable for families. Wheelchairs can access the first 700 metres.

The Kings Canyon Rim Walk (6 km loop, 3-4 hours). After an initial steep climb the walk offers spectacular views from the Canyon rim. Along the way are the weathered domes of the �Lost City� and the lush vegetation of the �Garden of Eden�. This walk is suitable for fit, experienced walkers.

South Wall Return Walk (4.8 km, 2 hours return). Starts with a steep climb up the southern rim of Kings Canyon and offers stunning views of the Park�s geological features. Suitable for fit, experienced walkers.

Kathleen Springs Walk (2.6 km, 1.5 hour return) leads to a delightful spring-fed waterhole, suitable for families. Wheelchair accessible.

The Giles Track (22 km, 2 days) traverses the top of the range from Kathleen Springs to Kings Canyon with a halfway entrance/exit point at Reedy Creek/Lilla. Notify a reliable person of your intended walk plans and ensure they know to contact police if you do not return by the arranged date. Carry a satellite phone or personal locator beacon.

Access to Kings Canyon Australia
The Park is located southwest of Alice Springs and can be reached via a number of routes:
via the Stuart Highway, Lasseter Highway and Luritja Road (sealed roads).
via Larapinta Drive through the West MacDonnell National Park. A Mereenie Loop pass is required to travel this route and is available from the Alice Springs Tourist Information Centre, Glen Helen Resort and Kings Canyon Resort (4WD is essential).
via the Stuart Highway, Ernest Giles Road (4WD essential) and Luritja Road.

Kings Canyon Campground
www.kingscanyonresort.com.au
Kings Canyon offers every facility and amenity you require for basic comforts, convenience and travelling needs. Facilities have been designed to make life for travellers easier and include laundry, barbeque, swimming pool, tennis court, restaurants, bar, convenience store and petrol station, dedicated viewing deck for prime viewing of the sun setting over Kings Canyon and roaming WiFi. Our food and beverage offering ranges from a simple bistro meal at Desert Oaks Bistro to a grand take on the Aussie BBQ and the remarkable beauty of dining under a Desert Moon.
Kings Canyon Resort Luritja Road Watarrka National Park, NT 0872, AUSTRALIA Ph. 1800 837 168 (Australia) Ph. +1 (716) 276 0078 (outside Australia)

Kings Canyon Resort Australia Camping and Caravanning
Uninterrupted views to Kings Canyon makes this is one of the most picturesque camp sites in the Red Centre. Situated in the shadows of Kings Canyon and offering uninterrupted views, guests camping or pulling in their caravan for a few nights truly have some of the best seats in the house.
Powered sites for caravans and motor homes and the introduction of sites with en-suites sees this part of the camp ground busy all year round. On the grassy area of the site, up to 100 campers can pitch their tents under the stunning southern sky and in the shade of the surrounding native bush land. The resorts bars and restaurants, convenience stores and petrol station are available to camp ground guests. For those travelling for an authentic outback experience - we look forward to welcoming you.

Kings Creek Station:
Kings Canyon to Uluru (Ayers Rock) 306km - 3.5 hour drive from Ayers Rock Resort on sealed road.
Kings Creek Station is a working cattle/camel station with facilities from self camping, safari tents, a bush swag camp, and the Dreamtime Escarpment glamping.
An opportunity to experience the outback either by quad (4 wheel motorbike) or helicopter.
The station sells camels for live export, live domestic sales and meat. Basic supplies, meals and drinks can be bought at the station shop. You could even try one of our famous Kings Creek camel burgers.
kingscreekstation.com.au

Prices effective 1st April 2018 to 31st March, 2019
$25.00 per adult, per child (6-16 years) $10.00- powered site per night $20.00 per adult, per child (6-16 years) $10.00 - unpowered site per night
$61.00 family powered site - 2 x adults plus children under 16 per night $53.00 family unpowered site - 2 x adults plus children under 16 per night
Child 5 and under free of charge.
�Prices include GST. MasterCard, Bank Card, VISA and EFTPOS welcome. Seniors Card holder discount applies.

Stuarts Well Roadhouse, Curtin Springs Roadhouse, Mount Ebenezer Roadhouse and Erldunda Roadhouse:
Roadhouses and campgrounds see information above.
Stuarts Well Roadhouse and Erldunda Roadhouse on the Stuart Highway
Curtin Springs Roadhouse and Mount Ebenezer Roadhouse on the Lasseter Highway


Map of the West MacDonnell Ranges


Map of the East MacDonnell Ranges

For information on the West MacDonnell Ranges click here
West MacDonnell Ranges (Region) Visit Albert Namatjiras Monument Namatjira Twin Gums Things to do at Hermannsburg Explore the ancient Ochre Pits Visit Honeymoon Gap Explorer Henbury Meteorites Conservation Reserve Natures wonder Gosse Bluff Tnorala Tylers Pass Haasts Bluff - lkuntji Wallace Rockhole West MacDonnell Ranges roads and tracks Offroad outback experience on the Mereenie Loop Cruise the scenic Namatjira Drive West Macs Larapinta Drive Between Kings Canyon and Explorers Way Luritja Road 108klm and amazing Ernest Giles Road West MacDonnell Ranges explore and experience gorges, waterholes and tracks Learn about the Larapinta Trail one of the best kept secrets a full trail trek lasts for many days Majestic Glen Helen Gorge Scenic Ellery Creek Big Hole Bushwalk along Ormiston Gorge Redbank Gorge Waterhole Roma Gorge Serpentine Chalet Serpentine Gorge The easiest of all the gorges is Simpsons Gap Spectacular a sight not to miss is Standley Chasm West MacDonnell National Park Map.htm About West MacDonnell National Park

For information on the East MacDonnell Ranges click here
East MacDonnell Ranges (Region) East MacDonnell National Park East MacDonnell national Park Map Old goldfields at Arltunga Historical Reserve and hotel or camping Ruby Gap A little off the beaten track but worth a visit is Trephina Gorge Visit both Emily and Jessie Gap Rock art at Corroboree Rock Rock art at N'Dhala Gorge Nature Reserve Ross River Resort a must stop on a East macdonnells selfdrivet


Map of the Stuart Highway in Australia
Uluru Road Trip Fast Facts: A 300km a day allowance from Maui, Britz and Apollo motorhome hire should be plenty; as to date as not one of our customers to date has ever given feed back they had to pay excess.
Uluru Road Trip Fast Facts: Based on the above intinerary route you will take approximately 1100 selfies and photos (thats the feedback our clients told us more than once)
What To Bring On A Uluru Road Trip: We have listed here a few suggestions based on our own 4wd Kakadu trip and our travelled customers feedback.
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