CAN I SMOKE OR DRINK ON TOUR?
WHO WILL I BE TRAVELLING WITH?
WHERE WILL I BE SLEEPING?
CAN I BOOK EXTRA NIGHTS?
CAN YOU HELP ME ORGANISE FLIGHTS & INSURANCE?
ARE THERE ANY EXTRA FEE'S?
WHAT DIETS ARE CATERED FOR?
HOW DO I BOOK?
WHAT FACILITIES ARE AVAILABLE AT CAMP?
WILL THERE BE POWER TO CHARGE MY DEVICES?
I’M DEPARTING FROM YULARA (AYERS ROCK AIRPORT) – WHAT FLIGHT SHOULD I BOOK?
CAN YOU CATER FOR MY DIETARY REQUIREMENTS?
HOW FIT DO I NEED TO BE?
WHAT SHOULD I BRING?
WHERE DOES THE TOUR START AND FINISH?
CAN I SMOKE OR DRINK ON TOUR?
Smoking and alcohol consumption are strictly prohibited inside the tour vehicle under Australian regulations. Alcohol may be consumed at camp in moderation, at the guide’s discretion. Illegal drugs are not permitted under any circumstances. Any passenger found with illegal substances or behaving in a way that threatens the safety of others will be removed from the tour with no refund and will be responsible for their own onward travel.
WHO WILL I BE TRAVELLING WITH?
You’ll be travelling with a group from all over the world, and a licensed Red Centre guide available whilst on tour. Group sizes vary but you can generally expect to travel with a group of approximately 10-20 people.
WHERE WILL I BE SLEEPING?
You’ll sleep under the stars in a traditional Aussie flat swag, which is a durable canvas bed roll with a built-in mattress. Simply place your sleeping bag inside and you’re ready to go. Campsites have shared toilets and hot showers. Sleeping outdoors in the outback is safe and comfortable, with dry conditions that minimise insects. A sleeping bag is included, and you may bring a travel pillow if you wish.
CAN I BOOK EXTRA NIGHTS?
Extra nights in Alice Springs are available to book via the checkout for before or after the tour.
CAN YOU HELP ME ORGANISE FLIGHTS & INSURANCE?
ARE THERE ANY EXTRA FEE'S?
Yes.
There is a mandatory Uluru Park Fee of $25 aud per person paid on arrival.
Sleeping bags are not included but can be hired at the beginning of the tour for $25 aud per person.
WHAT DIETS ARE CATERED FOR?
This tour caters for Vegetarians and customers who might be Gluten Free or Lactose free. Please advise any special food allergies, gluten free diet or dietary requirements when booking. We do recommend that you bring snacks on day 1 of the tour as we do not provide breakfast on day 1.
HOW DO I BOOK?
To book, select your chosen departure date, enter your details and we’ll send you a booking confirmation as well as useful information about your tour and where you can meet others booked onto your start date! Need someone to talk through your travel plans with? Get in touch!
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WHAT FACILITIES ARE AVAILABLE AT CAMP?
All camps have shared bathroom facilities with flushing toilets and hot showers, as well as kitchen and dining areas. The Kings Canyon (Watarrka National Park) camp also has a basic swimming pool available during warmer months.
WILL THERE BE POWER TO CHARGE MY DEVICES?
Yes. Camps have limited power available in shared kitchen and dining areas. We recommend bringing a power bank to keep devices charged between stops.
I’M DEPARTING FROM YULARA (AYERS ROCK AIRPORT) – WHAT FLIGHT SHOULD I BOOK?
If your flight arrives before 1:00pm, your guide will meet you at the front of the Desert Gardens Hotel at 1:45pm. A free shuttle operates from the airport to the hotel and no booking is required.
If your flight arrives between 1:00pm and 1:40pm, please meet your guide directly outside Ayers Rock Airport at 2:00pm.
Lunch is not included on Day 1 for Yulara departures, and there are no food outlets at Ayers Rock Airport. Please arrive ready to start walking, with suitable footwear on and easy access to your hat, sunscreen and water bottle. Do not book flights arriving after 1:40pm, as you will not be able to join the tour.
CAN YOU CATER FOR MY DIETARY REQUIREMENTS?
Yes. All special dietary requirements or food allergies must be advised at least 72 hours before the tour departs. Food is purchased in advance and cannot be changed once the tour has started. Due to the remote nature of the trip, meals are simple but filling. We can cater for no pork, no dairy, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free (including coeliac) diets.
HOW FIT DO I NEED TO BE?
This tour is designed for fit and active travellers. You must be comfortable hiking 5–10km per day over uneven terrain, often in hot conditions. Temperatures can be extreme, with very hot days in summer and cold nights in winter.
WHAT SHOULD I BRING?
Luggage is limited to 15kg in a soft bag plus a carry-on day pack. Hard suitcases are not permitted.
You will need:
A 3L water bottle (required by law for the Kings Canyon Rim Walk)
Lightweight, breathable clothing
Long-sleeved shirts and long pants for sun protection
Warm layers for winter, including a puffer jacket, gloves and beanie (temperatures can drop to 0°C from June to August)
Comfortable, closed-in hiking shoes
Hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
Torch or headlamp
Power bank and charging cables
Towel
Toiletries, insect repellent and any personal medication
Day pack
Optional items include a fly head net, a top sheet or sleeping bag liner for warmer nights, ear plugs and a travel pillow.
WHERE DOES THE TOUR START AND FINISH?
The tour starts in either Alice Springs or Yulara (Ayers Rock Airport), depending on your chosen departure.
Alice Springs departures:
Pick-up from your accommodation at approximately 6:00am on Day 1.
Yulara / Ayers Rock Airport departures:
Pick-up from Desert Gardens Hotel at 1:45pm or Ayers Rock Airport at 2:00pm. Flights must arrive before 1:40pm.
The tour finishes in either Alice Springs or Yulara, depending on your selected itinerary.
Finishing in Alice Springs:
Approximately 6:00pm on Day 3. Arrival times cannot be guaranteed for onward flights or The Ghan.
If you require accommodation before or after the tour, you can either book directly yourself or contact us to assist with pre-tour or post-tour accommodation arrangements in Alice Springs or Yulara.
