This park, formerly called Uluru (Ayers Rock – Mount Olga) National Park, features spectacular geological formations that dominate the vast red sandy plain of central Australia. Uluru, an immense monolith, and Kata Tjuta, the rock domes located west of Uluru, form part of the traditional belief system of one of the oldest human societies in the world. The traditional owners of Uluru-Kata Tjuta are the Anangu Aboriginal people.
THINGS TO DO IN ULURU-KATA TJUTA NATIONAL PARK
- Tjukurpa Tunnel at the Cultural Centre
Travel back to the beginning of time in the Tjukurpa Tunnel, an immersive experience that connects you with Anangu culture. - Sunrise and sunset
Watch the colours of the desert change as the sun rises or sinks below the horizon. - Talinguru Nyakunytjaku
Experience jaw-dropping views of Uluru and Kata Tjuta while learning about traditional culture. - Ranger guided Mala walk
Join the rangers to explore the park’s geology, natural environment and cultural heritage. - Kuniya walk to Mutitjulu Waterhole
Stroll through river red gum trees to discover rock art, waterfalls and the site of one of Uluru’s most dramatic creation stories. - Walpa Gorge
A desert refuge for plants and animals between two of Kata Tjuta’s tallest domes. - Valley of the Winds
Follow a steep, rocky path into Kata Tjuta for extraordinary views of the surrounding landscape. - Uluru Segway Tour
Immerse yourself in the scenery and culture of Uluru without breaking a sweat. - Maruku Arts dot-painting workshop
Sit down with a local Anangu artist to create your very own work of Aboriginal-style art. - Cycle around Uluru
Hire a bike and enjoy a loop of the rock on two wheels.
HOW TO GET THERE IN ULURU-KATA TJUTA NATIONAL PARK
Yulara has its own airport, called Ayers Rock/Connellan Airport (airport code AYQ). You can fly directly to Yulara from a number of Australian cities, including Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Darwin, Adelaide and Alice Springs.
Approximate flight times are: Alice Springs–Yulara: 45 minutes
Adelaide–Yulara: 2 hours
Darwin–Yulara: 2 hours 15 minutes
Sydney–Yulara: 3 hours
Melbourne–Yulara: 2 hours 30 minutes
Brisbane–Yulara: 3 hours 15 minutes
Approximate flight times are: Alice Springs–Yulara: 45 minutes
Adelaide–Yulara: 2 hours
Darwin–Yulara: 2 hours 15 minutes
Sydney–Yulara: 3 hours
Melbourne–Yulara: 2 hours 30 minutes
Brisbane–Yulara: 3 hours 15 minutes
BEST TIME TO VISIT
If you just want to see Ayers Rock and take a few photographs of the Uluru sunrise or sunset, you can visit at any time of the year. If you want to climb Uluru or do any of the walks around Ayers Rock or Kata Tjuta, then the cooler months of the year (May to September) are the best. If you want to take amazing photographs, we’ve been told by a local professional photographer in Alice Springs that September is the best time.
ULURU-KATA TJUTA NATIONAL PARK, LASSETER HIGHWAY, ULURU NT, AUSTRALIA
WEATHER AVERAGES
| Month | High / Low(°C) | Rain |
|---|---|---|
| January | 35° / 19° | 3 days |
| February | 34° / 18° | 3 days |
| March | 31° / 15° | 3 days |
| April | 26° / 10° | 2 days |
| May | 22° / 6° | 2 days |
| June | 18° / 3° | 2 days |
| July | 18° / 1° | 1 days |
| August | 21° / 4° | 2 days |
| September | 24° / 7° | 3 days |
| October | 29° / 11° | 3 days |
| November | 32° / 15° | 4 days |
| December | 35° / 18° | 2 days |
