Destination introduction
Australia’s ‘Red Centre’ is the true, mythical Outback Australia - red dust, empty tracks, unique wildlife and big characters.
Situated in the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Uluru (Ayers Rock) is one of the world’s most recognised natural icons - a giant sandstone formation rising boldly out of its seemingly stark landscape. The lesser-known Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) is equally impressive. Translating as 'many heads', these colossal rock domes hold secrets of fascinating local indigenous history.
Remote Alice Springs is Australia’s most famous Outback town as well as home to the Royal Flying Doctor Service and rich in local heritage.
Watarrka National Park is where you will find the mighty Kings Canyon, and with 300m high walls, sandstone formations, a 'Lost City' and a forested waterhole deep in a gorge, it really is an otherworldly landscape.
Choose from Kuoni's selection of Uluru & Red Centre hotels and tours and self-drives.
Perhaps venture further afield and stay at one of our other Northern Territory hotels.
Uluru & Red Centre highlights
• Sunrise and sunset at Uluru are unmissable - watch the rock surface change colour from a flaming red to a deep brown, and every hue in between
• Hike through Kata Tjuta to the wonderful 'Valley of the Winds' lookout (approx. three hour circuit)
• Visit the Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre for an enthralling introduction to Anangu culture
• Drift soundlessly over the MacDonnell Ranges and Alice Springs as the sun rises on a magical hot-air balloon ride
• Stand at the rim of Kings Canyon with its sheer drop and feel like you are on the edge of the world
• Explore independently with a Kuoni self-drive: perhaps see the Red Centre's main attractions on the Red Centre Way
Australia Tailor Made
Don’t forget that with Kuoni you can create your own dream Australia holiday by customising your trip, choosing different combinations of nights, hotels and resorts.
• Request a copy of our superb Australia, New Zealand & South Pacific brochure
• Call our Personal Travel Experts on 01306 747002 who will be happy to talk you through your requirements and provide a personalised quotation
• Request a quote online
Find out more about Australia with our Information and Facts.
Read our Uluru i-travel article.
Shopping
Aborigine art is available in all major cities at every conceivable price. Shops selling duty-free goods are available so it’s worth looking at radios, photographic and electrical equipment, as well as clothes and perfumes. Your passport and ongoing ticket will prove that you’re eligible for duty-free although not always asked for. Souvenirs include the cuddly koala, boomerangs and the Australian wide brimmed hat.