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Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park

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The Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park is jointly managed by the traditional land owners Anangu people and Parks Australia. It is a world heritage listed park featuring the world famous monolith Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kata Tjuta (The Olgas).

Uluru is a monolith of many moods. It changes colour depending on factors including the time of day, dust, cloud cover and where you happen to be standing. It presents its most dramatic light show at sunset when it changes colour from vibrant red to orange to lilac all within a matter of a few minutes.

It rises 348 metres above the desert floor and measures 9.4 kilometres around its girth - the equivalent of a three to four hour walk. It comprises 0.54 cubic kilometres in volume above the ground and extends 3.1 km from east to west and 1.9 km from north to south. An estimated two thirds of it lies beneath the surface.

Kata Tjuta National Park

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Further Information: The area is a haven for many native birds, reptiles and mammals which have adapted to life in the harsh arid conditions of Central Australia. Magnificent Wedge-tailed Eagles, Brown and Peregrine Falcons, the Australian Kestrel, Black-breasted Kite and Little Woodswallow can all be seen. As can Geckoes, skinks, goannas, dragons and legless lizards, plus several venomous and non-venomous snakes. The park is also home to 24 known native mammals including red kangaroos, rock wallabies, dingoes, the Mulgara (a small marsupial) and the marsupial mole.
Please Note: There is plenty of sightseeing, photography opportunities and walks. Enjoy art & craft demonstrations, bush tucker sessions and free tours of displays at the Cultural Centre. You can climb the "rock" - 1.6 km from base, approx. 2 hours return however, the traditional owners, Anangu people, request that you do NOT climb the rock as it is the traditional route taken by ancestral Mala men.
Further Information: An Adult pass costs $16.25 and is valid for entry on 3 consecutive days. Children under 16 years of age are free of charge.