Voyages Longitude 131

Voyages Longitude 131 is the ultimate in Ayers Rock accommodation, located in Australia's stunning Red Centre. Fifteen luxury tents set on an isolated sand dune close to the border of Kata Tjuta National Park, 6 kilometres from Ayers Rock airport. As one of only 30 guests at Voyages Longitude 131 you can awaken to your very own private view of the sun rising over Uluru (Ayers Rock).

At Voyages Longitude 131 you can indulges your senses, absorb the serenity whilst gaining insight into the spirit and history of Uluru.

Voyages Longitude 131 also features the Dune House a communal facility and central meeting place for all Longitude 131 guests. The Dune House is situated in the middle of the resort and here guests can enjoy breakfast and lunch and dinner. Other facilities at Voyages Longitude 131 include an outdoor swimming pool and guest library.

To savour all that Longitude 131 and Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park have to offer, guests must stay a minimum of two nights. All meals and most beverages are included in the nightly tariff as well as a variety of day tours an amazing experience for any visit to the Australia Red Centre.

Children 12 years and under are not catered for Voyages Longitude 131.

Accommodation

Voyages Longitude 131 features 15 luxury tents each with a spectacular view of Uluru. Each of the luxury tents stands alone and provides guests with solitude and serenity. Each elevated tent pays homage to an early Australian pioneer or explorer. Visual narratives adorn the walls and are central to the unique interior design. Styling of the tents is an eclectic mix of classical colonial and contemporary pieces. Wardrobes and vanity basins, for example, replicate turn-of-the-century Australian food chests and wash troughs. A white dome roof and flowing fabric draped from the centre create the illusion of camping. The flick of a bedside switch is all it takes to raise the blinds and watch the spectacular moods of Uluru at sunrise.

All Luxury Tents feature:

Air-conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
In room safe
Telephone Local/IDD calls
Tea and coffee making facilities
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
CD Player
Bathrobes
Writing desk
Iron/ironing board
Disabled room available

Luxury Tent: Bedding is 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds. Maximum room capacity is 2 Adults.

Dining

Dune House: Is a stunning communal facility and central meeting place for all Longitude 131 guests. Situated in the middle of the camp site, here guests enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner while swapping stories of desert discoveries with other guests.

Voyages Longitude 131 has a several dining options available and all options are subject to availability and weather conditions.

Table 131 Dining Under the Stars: Is an unforgettable dining experience not to be missed. Dine out on sumptuous outback fare and discover the wonders of the southern night sky. Feast on three delicious courses complemented with the finest Australian wines at our outdoor dining venue under the stars. Return to the Dune House for complimentary after dinner drinks. Please note, Table 131 is subject to weather and outdoor conditions. Times are seasonal and subject to sunset times that vary throughout the year.

Gourmet Dinner in the Dune House: Relax over pre-dinner drinks served in the Dune House after returning from your tour. Then enjoy a four course dinner with chosen wines either with your fellow guests or sitting separately.

Facilities

24 Hour Bar
Communal dining facilities
Outdoor pool
Guest library
Touring included
Dry cleaning service
Shop/boutique
Phone message and Fax/photocopy service

Activities

Included in the nightly rate at Voyages Longitude 131 is an exceptional touring program designed exclusively for guests. For those looking for a custom and personalised itinerary, optional tours are also available at an additional cost.

Tours are scheduled on a rotational basis for a specific time and date. Tour times are seasonal and subject to sunrise and sunset times which vary throughout the year, weather permitting.

An example of some of the tours included in the nightly tariff.

Mala Walk & Kantju Gorge Sunset: After arriving at Longitude 131 and settling in, meet in the Dune House two hours before sunset to depart for Uluru, where you will take a short walk and learn the story of the Mala Man and then proceed into Kantju Gorge. On arrival at the gorge, there will be refreshments 'inside' Uluru and watch the sunset. You will return to Longitude 131 approximately 40 minutes after sunset. On your return, relax in the Dune House over pre-dinner drinks before enjoying a gourmet dinner at leisure. For a special occasion consider a private dinner by the pool or on the Dune Top.

Kata Tjuta & Walpa Gorge and Table 131: Depart Longitude 131 at 6.30am bound for Kata Tjuta. Upon arrival you will begin your journey with a guided tour of Walpa Gorge, where the natural history of Kata Tjuta is explained in great detail, learning how eons of weathering and continental upheaval have created what is seen today. You will return to Longitude 131 at approximately 10.30am for a well-earned breakfast. For early risers breakfast is available pre-tour from 5.45am.

Uluru Sunset & Table 131: Depart one hour before sunset bound for the Uluru sunset viewing area. You will then be transferred to the outdoor dining venue, where you'll have an unforgettable dining experience under the stars. Return to the Dune House for complimentary after dinner drinks.

Uluru Sunrise Base Tour & Cultural Centre: Depart the Dune House one hour before sunrise for Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to view the sun rising over Uluru. Starting from the sacred site of Kuniya Piti, head to the Mutitjulu Waterhole where the guides will share the Kuniya Liru Story as the sunrise develops the haunting shadows behind you.

Drive to the Talinguru Nyakunytjaku viewing area where you can enjoy a light breakfast, before continuing on to the Cultural Centre to learn the cultural and spiritual meanings of Uluru & Kata Tjuta. You will return to Longitude 131 at approximately 11.00am.

Additional Information

Children: Under 12 years are not catered for
Serviced: Daily
Check In: 3.00pm
Check Out: 10.00am
Transfers: A deluxe 4wd transfer service operates from the airport at Ayers Rock direct to Longitude 131.
Reception: 9.00am - 5.30pm
Address: Uluru, Northern Territory