2 daysEasy
2-Day Uluru Express
Red Centre
2
Days
100km
Distance
April-October
Season
Easy
Difficulty
Short on time? This 2-day plan covers both Uluru and Kata Tjuta with sunrise, sunset, the Base Walk, and Valley of the Winds — nothing missed.
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
Morning
Sunrise viewing area (arrive 45 min early). Then Uluru Base Walk (10.6km, 3.5hrs) — waterholes, caves, rock art.
Afternoon
Cultural Centre (free). Maruku Arts for authentic dot paintings. Rest at hotel.
Evening
Sunset viewing area. Then Field of Light ($45) — 50,000 stems of light.
Stay: Yulara resort / campground
Tips
- Park pass $38/adult
- Start Base Walk by 7am to avoid heat
Uluru SunriseBase WalkCultural CentreField of Light
Budget Estimate
Backpacker
Camping, cooking, free activities
Mid-Range
Motels, eating out, tours
Luxury
Resorts, fine dining, premium tours
Per person, self-drive. Excludes flights.
Pack These
3-4L water per person per day
Sturdy walking shoes
Sunscreen SPF 50+
Camera
Warm layer for sunrise (cold before dawn)
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