Before you go
Fly into Ayers Rock Airport (Connellan), a short shuttle ride from Yulara, where all accommodation is located. Buy your 3-day park pass ($38 per adult) online. A 3-day pass suits this itinerary exactly.
Day 1: Arrive and watch the sunset
- Afternoon: settle in and visit the Cultural Centre near the base of Uluru to learn about Anangu culture and Tjukurpa.
- Sunset: head to the Uluru sunset viewing area and watch the rock change colour.
- Evening: the Field of Light (general entry from $50).
Day 2: Sunrise and the base walk
- Sunrise at Talinguru Nyakunytjaku viewing area, with Uluru and Kata Tjuta on the horizon.
- Walk the roughly 10 km Uluru base walk, or join a free ranger-guided Mala walk.
- Afternoon rest by the pool during the heat of the day.
- Evening: a dinner under the stars experience (from about $295).
Day 3: Kata Tjuta
- Early start for the Valley of the Winds walk at Kata Tjuta (7.4 km loop; closes from 11am on days forecast to reach 36°C or more).
- Walpa Gorge is an easier 2.6 km return option.
- Afternoon: a sunset camel ride (from about $159) or a helicopter flight (from about $230) before flying out the next morning.
Want more time?
Add a fourth day to drive about 300 km to Kings Canyon for the Rim Walk, or join a 3-day camping tour that loops Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon.
Prices in AUD, checked October 2026. Always confirm current rates and conditions with operators and park authorities before you travel.
