5 Day Red Centre 4wd Camping Safari

Your Connections Adventures 5 day Red Centre 4wd Camping Safari travels to secluded gorges and waterholes of Central Australia. On this Ayers Rock tour, see Ormiston Gorge, Glen Helen Gorge, Ellery Creek, Standley Chasm and drive through Finke Gorge National Park into Palm Valley. Don't miss the spectacular sunrise and sunset over Ayers Rock (Uluru) and the breathtaking Kings Canyon and Kata Tjuta (The Olgas).

This all inclusive Ayers Rock camping tour is for those wanting to experience the colours and nature of the real outback. Visit outback cattle and camel stations and sample traditional outback dinners. This fantastic 5 day adventure will take you well beyond the famous sites and show you scenery that you will never forget!

Itinerary

Day 1 - Alice Springs to Yulara: Departing Alice Springs, we head south, stopping for a short visit at the Outback Camel Farm and then heading straight to our Yulara permanent campsite. The afternoon is spent exploring Kata Tjuta (The Olgas), before travelling to Uluru (Ayers Rock) to take in a spectacular sunset. Later we return to camp for a traditional Aussie meal. After dinner, relax around the camp, under the huge, starry desert skies.

Day 2 - Yulara to Kings Creek: It's an early rise today for an exciting morning with breathtaking views of sunrise at Uluru (Ayers Rock), a World Heritage listed area. Join your knowledgeable guide for a base tour of Uluru, exploring ancient caves where Aboriginal paintings can be seen. A fascinating time learning about the oldest culture in the world. This afternoon, travel through red sand dune & desert oak country to Kings Creek Cattle Station where optional activities are abundant. Tonight, try a traditional "camp oven" dinner, cooked in the coals of the fire.

Day 3 - Kings Creek to Glen Helen: Today we explore breathtaking Kings Canyon. There is no rush as we hike around the canyon rim viewing sites like the "Lost City" and the "Garden of Eden". After a picnic lunch, we head off on the famous Mereenie Loop Road towards the MacDonnell Ranges. Another great scenic campsite tonight - close to a beautiful freshwater swimming hole, at picturesque Glen Helen Gorge.

Day 4 - Glen Helen to Wallace Rockhole: An exciting day spent exploring many of the gorges & waterholes in this area. See Ormiston Gorge, Glen Helen Gorge, Ellery Creek, Standley Chasm and more! There are great walks to explore and in summer you can take a swim to cool off. Late afternoon, we end up at Wallace Rockhole Aboriginal Community, our overnight camp. Before dinner, visit the rockhole to view Aboriginal rock art and to learn about Aboriginal culture (seasonal).

Day 5 - Wallace Rockhole to Alice Springs: Real 4WD touring today as we drive through Finke Gorge National Park into Palm Valley. Dry riverbeds and uneven tracks make the journey an adventure in itself. The effort is well worth it when you see the park's rough red gorges and view ancient stands of palm trees and cycads. We'll have a picnic and do some hiking here before returning to Alice Springs later in the day, arriving approximately 6.30pm.

Highlights

Outback Camel Farm Mystical Kata Tjuta Sunrise and Sunset at Uluru Kings Canyon West MacDonnell Ranges Palm Valley Kings Creek Cattle Station Visit to an Aboriginal community

Inclusions

Travel by air-conditioned 4WD minibus 4 x Breakfasts, 5 x Lunches and 4 x Dinners Camping equipment, tents, camp beds, sleeping bags/sheets, toilet and shower facilities All applicable entrance fees

Times

Operates: July to October - Daily. November to June - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday
Departs: 6.30am from Alice Springs or 1.00pm from Ayers Rock Resort/Airport
Returns: Approximately 6.30pm to Alice Springs only

Additional Information

Instant Quote: Provides rates in Australian Dollars including GST
Children: Children under the age of 6 years are not permitted on this tour.
What to bring: Towel, water bottle, torch, small pillow, toiletries, hat, sturdy walking shoes, sun screen, camera and film, warm clothing in winter months, wet weather gear. Money for optional tours.
Tour Code: S05
Operated by: Connections Safaris