The sacred sandstone monolith at the heart of Australia’s Red Centre, central to Aboriginal culture for tens of thousands of years.
Why Visit Uluru
Uluru rises dramatically from the flat desert of Australia’s Red Centre, a sandstone monolith sacred to the local Anangu Aboriginal people for tens of thousands of years, whose changing color at sunrise and sunset makes it one of the most photographed natural landmarks in the world.
Top Experiences
- Uluru base walk: A flat, roughly six mile walk circling the base of Uluru, passing sacred sites and rock art.
- Sunrise and sunset viewing: Dedicated viewing areas where Uluru’s color shifts dramatically through shades of red and orange.
- Field of Light art installation: An illuminated art installation of over 50,000 solar powered lights spread across the desert near Uluru.
- Kata Tjuta (The Olgas): A nearby group of dome shaped rock formations, equally sacred and offering additional hiking trails.
Book these experiences and more through guided tours from Uluru.
Uluru Tour with Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon from Alice Springs
Coach Transfer from Kings Canyon Resort to Ayers Rock (Uluru)
Practical Tips
- Climbing Uluru itself is no longer permitted out of respect for its sacred significance to the Anangu people.
- Sunrise and sunset are the most popular times, dedicated viewing areas can get crowded, arrive early.
- Combine a visit with nearby Kata Tjuta for a fuller Red Centre experience.
FAQ
Can you climb Uluru?
No, climbing was permanently banned in 2019 out of respect for its sacred significance to the Anangu Aboriginal people.
How long is the Uluru base walk?
About six miles, a flat walk that circles the entire base of the rock, passing sacred sites and rock art.
What is Kata Tjuta?
A nearby group of dome shaped rock formations near Uluru, also sacred to the Anangu people and offering additional hiking.
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