Red Centre & Uluru Explorer

6 Days | Journey through the heart of Australia to discover First Nations culture and striking red landscapes

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Spend six days in Australia’s iconic Outback and marvel 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.

Trip overview

Map of Red Centre & Uluru Explorer including Australia
Start
Uluru , Australia
Finish
Alice Springs, Australia
Theme
Explorer
Destinations
Australia
Physical rating
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Style
Original
Ages
Min 15
Group size
Min 1 - Max 16
Trip code
PZSR
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Why you'll love this trip
  • Discover the ever-changing colours of Uluru, one of Australia’s most spiritually significant sites, as you marvel at the epic sandstone monolith at sunset and then walk around the base at sunrise.
  • Walk through Kata Tjuta (formerly known as 'The Olgas') – a towering collection of 36 domed rock formations with your local guide, getting all the insider history of this amazing natural landscape.
  • Learn about bush tucker food (including the witchetty grub), bush medicine and the history of dot painting from First Nations guides during a special cultural experience.
  • 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.
  • Stay in comfortable beds every night of the trip, with hotel accommodation for four nights and an air-conditioned safari tent for one night. Who said the Outback can’t be cosy?
  • By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Country Needs People. Donations help them support Indigenous land and sea management in Australia. Intrepid will double your impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Intrepid Foundation.

Is this trip right for you?
  • 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.
  • 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. 
  • 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!
  • 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) or Premium Red Centre (POPR).

Itinerary

This itinerary is valid for departures from 01 April 2025 to 31 March 2026.

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Inclusions

Meals

5 breakfasts, 3 lunches

Transport

Private vehicle

Accommodation

Hotel (4 nights), Air-Conditioned Bush Tent (with shared facilities) (1 night)

Activities
  • Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Uluru Sunset Viewing
  • Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Uluru Sunrise Viewing
  • Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Kata Tjuta Walpa Gorge Walk
  • Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Kata Tjuta Sunset Viewing
  • Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Kuniya Walk to Mutitjulu Waterhole with local Anangu Guide
  • Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park - Cultural Centre
  • Watarrka National Park - Kings Canyon Rim Walk
  • Tjoritja-West MacDonnell Ranges - Simpsons Gap
  • Tjoritja-West MacDonnell Ranges - Standley Chasm Walk
  • Tjoritja-West MacDonnell Ranges - Ellery Creek Big Hole
  • Tjoritja-West MacDonnell Ranges - Ormiston Gorge

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Important notes

START & END TIME & LOCATION
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 pick-up location at the time of booking. The trip finishes in Alice Springs on day 6 after breakfast and you are free to depart at any time. Accommodation is not included on this day but can be booked on request.

SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
A Single Supplement can be booked if you’d prefer not to share a room and tent on this trip, subject to availability.

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Reviews

5 out of 5 based on 8 reviews submitted.
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Catherine · Traveled September 2024
This is the best way to see central Australia.
Review submitted 23 Sep 2024

Victoria · Traveled August 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.
Review submitted 26 Aug 2024

Norman · Traveled August 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.
Review submitted 25 Aug 2024

Angel · Traveled July 2024
Review submitted 02 Aug 2024

Valentina · Traveled July 2024
Review submitted 02 Aug 2024
Red Centre & Uluru Explorer
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EUR €1,503