What to do and see in Red Centre, Northern Territory: The Best Cultural Tours

Outback Elite Tours provides a unique, small group 4WD experience that takes you deep into the Red Centre’s beautiful and remote sand hill country, in comfort and style. You will discover the history of the early explorers, local Aboriginal culture, the iconic Simpson Desert and stunning landscapes and rock formations. This tour will provide you with that feeling that you are getting away from it all, but we ensure you do it in comfort and style in an air-conditioned 4WD vehicle, with delicious cuisine on hand and our passionate and experienced guides.

Inclusions: snacks and fresh fruit during the walks, water all day, Morning tea - Continental style breakfast with coffee and tea, yogurt, cereals, homemade rock cakes, Lunch - gourmet lunch, Sunset aperitif - banquet of European cheeses, gourmet crackers, delicious cured meats and much more., Accommodation Pick-up & Drop-off, Experienced driver guide, Luxurious Air Conditioned 4WD Vehicle, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities

Explore the mystery of Uluru and watch a breathtaking sunset over the worlds most iconic rock. Camp underneath a billion stars and hike between the magnificent domes of Kata Tjuta. We are the smallest family business in the big Red Centre and the only company to offer a tailored 2 day camping tour in the Uluru/Kata Tjuta National Park. See everything the area has to offer and avoid the endless driving hours associated with trips that run from Alice Springs. Our groups are smaller, our tours are more personal and our legendary guides are always ready to welcome you with a story and a smile :)

Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, All National Park fees, Professional accredited guide, Swags and sleeping bags

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Join us for an incredible Uluru Sunset Experience that you won't forget. We'll pick you up from your hotel and journey by bus to Uluru. Upon arrival at Uluru you guide will lead you into the famous Mutitjulu waterhole, where you can marvel at ancient Aboriginal Rock Art. After this we'll teach you how to Segway and set off and cruise a quarter of Uluru's massive base. After a cruise your guide will lead you on foot to visit the ancient caves of the Mala Walk. As the afternoon comes to a close we'll set up a sunset picnic for you, with nibbles and sparkling wine. Includes: • Segway a the most scenic quarter of Uluru's impressive base • Guided walk into Mutitjulu waterhole • Guided Mala Walk • Sunset picnic with nibbles & softdrinks • Transfers to and from Ayers Rock Resort Not included: • National Park Entry Ticket

Inclusions: Live commentary on board, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Use of helmet and safety equipment, Sunset viewing, Sunset picnic of nibbles and sparkling wine, GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Exclusions: National Park Entry fee NOT included

As you travel towards Uluru its vast shape rises from the sand dunes in the early dawn light highlighting its presence in this country. Your guide will take you to a special location to watch the sun rise over this amazing monolith. You will learn the Creation stories of Liru (venomous snake) and Kuniya (woma python) and hear about the Mala people. After a picnic breakfast you will visit Mutitjulu Waterhole and then drive around the base of the Uluru before returning to the resort. This three hour highlights tour is perfect for those short on time.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop off from all Ayers Rock Resort Hotels, Small-group tour of Uluru by air-conditioned vehicle, Professional driver/guide, Outback picnic breakfast including freshly brewed coffee and tea

Exclusions: National Park Entry Fee ($38 per adult (18+) - valid for 72 hours) - payable direct, Car Seat for infants (0-4 years) - mandatory for vehicles in the Northern Territory - $60 payable direct

We begin your day with a complimentary pickup and transfer from your hotel or the campground at Ayers Rock Resort for your five hour tour.  Because sunrise time changes constantly, our departure time changes every two weeks for optimal viewing.  You will learn how to safely use a segway, then enjoy a light breakfast before beginning the tour of Ayers Rock (also known as Uluru). Along the tour route, you will also see other highlights, including the Mutitjulu Waterhole.  We finish this tour at the segway base where you will be taken to the Ayers Rock Resort. From there you can pick up your transfer to your originating hotel.

Inclusions: Light breakfast, tea and coffee, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Professional guide, Tour escort/host, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Use of helmet

Exclusions: National Park Entry fee NOT included

Enjoy a magical morning walking around the base of Uluru, watching the first sunlight of the day creep across the desert plains, slowly changing the color of your surroundings. This walk is 6.5-miles (11-kilometers) in length.

Inclusions: Light breakfast including cereal, fruit and muffin, Experienced Local Guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Super comfortable luxury coach including: free wifi, in-seat USB, air conditioning, Tea, coffee or hot chocolate & biscuits

Exclusions: Uluru & Kata Tjuta National Park Fees

Join a traditional owner of Uluru, a member of the Uluru family, on this seven-hour afternoon cultural tour to their homelands, Patji. Spend time learning about the oldest living culture in the world as you travel on remote bush tracks and stop at fascinating and historically significant sites along the way. Join them for afternoon tea round the campfire and hear how they survived in this desert environment before tourism started in the region. Continue on to a private sand dune to marvel at the expanse of the desert overlooking Uluru and Kata Tjuta while enjoying light refreshments at sunset.

Inclusions: Services of a professional driver/guide, Touring in modern air-conditioned 4WD vehicles, Aboriginal host, Afternoon tea, Sunset drinks (non-alcoholic) and light snacks, Water to refill bottles on all vehicles

Exclusions: Gratuities

Be picked up from your accommodation within Ayers Rock Resort and travel to Uluru. Upon arriving at Uluru it’s time to get up close and personal with this big red rock. Be led by your guide on a short walk into the Mutitjulu waterhole. Now it’s time to learn how to Segway, before setting off on guided Segway ride around the full base of Uluru. Be mesmerised by the sights, sounds and cultural stories of this ancient rock. After completing the full base of Uluru it’s now time to travel back to your hotel within Ayers Rock Resort.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Helmet, Knee & Elbow Pads

Exclusions: National Park Entry fee NOT included

Watch sunrise from the base of the rock rather than from a viewing area further away. Outback picnic breakfast including tea and coffee provided on the walk. The small group* allows you to make the most of your guide. Ask as many questions as you like, hear all the stories and facts without Learn about the cultural significance of Uluru to the local Anangu people. *Due to the coronavirus all tours will will need a minimum of 6 passengers to depart and may exceed our usual maximum of 11. This is valid until the 31st October 2020.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport in air-conditioned Mercedes Benz Sprinter, Professional, friendly and informative guide, Outback picnic breakfast (carried in supplied satchel), 1 bottle water and refill

Exclusions: National Park Entry Fee ($25 per adult/$12.50 per child (5-15 years) - valid for 72 hours) - payable direct, Infant Car Seat (0-4 years) - mandatory for vehicles in the Northern Territory - $60 payable direct

Self Drive your car to Uluru where you will meet your friendly guide. Be shown how to Segway, before setting off on guided Segway ride around the full base of Uluru. Be mesmerised by the sights, sounds and cultural stories of this ancient rock.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Helmet, Knee & Elbow Pads

Exclusions: National Park Entry fee NOT included, Hotel pickup and drop-off are NOT included