Mutitjulu Waterhole
- At the base of Uluru, there are found 'waterholes' which are critical sources of water for the aboriginal people and animals in the area. They form water catchment pools for rain falling and streaming down Uluru.

Kata Tjuta
- Kata Tjuta, known also as The Olgas. Kata Tjuta is the Aboriginal name, which means "many heads". It is a group of more than 30 rounded red domes rising from the desert floor. The tallest is said to be around 546 metres high. Kata Tjuta is about 30 kilometres west of Uluru.

$885
| Alice Springs Independent Touring | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Code | AK-AK43 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Duration | 3 Days | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Tour Price Apr 2012 - Jun 2012 |
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| Jul 2012 - Nov 2012 |
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| Dec 2012 - Mar 2013 |
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| Frequency | Daily | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Style | Independent Touring | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Transport | Luxury Coach | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Suitability | Open Age | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Additions Upgrades | National Park Fee | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Start | Alice Springs @ 7.30 am | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| End | Alice Springs @ approx 7.30 pm | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Day 1: Alice Springs - Uluru (Ayers Rock)
Travel through the West MacDonnell and James Ranges. Visit a camel farm for an optional camel ride (own expense) and later stop to view majestic Atila (Mt. Conner), before arriving at Ayers Rock Resort. This afternoon visit Kata Tjuta and explore Walpa Gorge. Enjoy nibbles and a complimentary glass of wine while watching the sun set and the changing colours of Uluru.
Accommodation:
Ayers Rock Resort, 2 nights,
Outback Pioneer Budget Rooms - BUDGET
Outback Pioneer Hotel - STANDARD
Desert Gardens Hotel - SUPERIOR
Sails in the Desert – 1ST CLASS
Day 2: Uluru (Ayers Rock) - Kings Canyon
This morning join the Uluru Sunrise, Climb and Base Tour or for the non-climbers, the Uluru Sunrise and Guided Cultural Walk. Both tours include a visit to Mutitjulu Waterhole and the Uluru - Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre. In the afternoon travel to Kings Canyon. There may be time to view the sunset behind Carmichaels Crag.
Accommodation:
Kings Canyon Resort.
Kings Canyon Lodge (Budget),
Standard Rooms (Standard, Superior)
Deluxe Spa Rooms (First Class)
Day 3: Kings Canyon - Alice Springs
This morning join a guided climb to the rim of Kings Canyon for marvellous views of Watarrka National Park (for those with a good level of fitness, sturdy shoes required). An easier walk along the boulder-strewn canyon floor is also available. Enjoy lunch at Kings Canyon Resort (own expense) before travelling to Alice Springs.
