Kata Tjuta Sunrise & Valley of the Winds Half-Day Trip
Enjoy the intimacy of a small group to view sunrise at Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) and a walk with your Guide to the Valley of the Winds. Hear fascinating stories of the geology, history and culture of Kata Tjuta. This incredible formation of rock domes extends six kilometres into the ground and is the remains of erosion that began more than 500 million years ago. The walk to Valley of the Winds takes you down into a timeless haven within the domes through trickling creek beds.
What makes it Great:
- Beat the Outback heat with an early morning sunrise tour
- Watch sunrise over Kata Tjuta while enjoying a light breakfast
- Learn about the site's sacred aboriginal history through guided commentary
- Walk through the Valley of the Winds led by a guide
Inclusions:
- Enjoy a light breakfast including cereal, fruit and a muffin
- Professional Local Guide
- Learn all about the spectacular Kata Tjuta with your expert local guide
- Super comfortable luxury vehicle including: free wifi, in seat USB and air conditioning
- Entry/Admission - Kata-Tjuta Dunes Viewing Area
- Entry/Admission - Kata Tjuta - Valley of the Winds
- Entry/Admission - Walpa Gorge
Exclusions
- Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park Entry fee of $25 AUD per adult and $12.50 AUD per child will be payable upon your tour check in. This entry fee lasts for 3 consecutive days, so you can reuse as often as you wish. The ticket can also be pre-purchased upon your arrival into Yulara.
- Entry/Admission - Uluru
Departure times & locations
The tour departs daily 95 minutes prior to sunrise from Ayers Rock Resort. You will be collected from the hotel you have selected in the drop down list during the booking process.
Returns: 11.30am (Oct-Mar) and 12 noon (Apr-Sep) (times approximate)
Your day at a glance:
• Departing the resort you’ll be one of the first to enter Uluru–Kata Tjuta National Park today
• Travel to the Kata Tjuta Dune Viewing platform and enjoy a warming tea, coffee or hot chocolate with your light breakfast
• Watch the dawn creep across the desert plain and light up the domes of Kata Tjuta
• Join your Driver Guide and Guide for the walk to the first lookout, Karu – your Guide will point out interesting rare plants along the way
• If you’re feeling adventurous, take the challenging walk with your Guide to the second lookout, Karingana, and enjoy the spectacular views into the heart of this sacred men’s area
• For something more sedate, join your Driver Guide for the walk through Walpa Gorge, following the path between two of the towering domes of Kata Tjuta
Travelling with children
Children of all ages are welcome & must be accompanied by an adult. Children aged up to 15 years may pay the child price. Infants must sit on laps.
Things To Bring
- Enclosed walking shoes
- Water bottle to hold 1.5 litre
- Sunglasses, hat, sunscreen
- Flynet in summer months (optional)
- Warm layers in cooler months
Addtional Info
- Not wheelchair accessible
- You will be required to bring your own water bottles, which altogether are able to hold a minimum capacity of 2 litres per person (these can be filled with water on board the coach).
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Booking Info
During the booking process you will be required to choose your hotel pick-up details. If your hotel does not appear in the drop down list the supplier does not pick-up from your hotel and you will be required to contact the supplier to arrange a suitable alternative.
If you wish to change your pick-up location from the one selected, you must call the operator at least 24 hrs prior to travel.
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About AAT KINGS
Since 1912, AAT Kings as a tour operator has been helping people from all over the world discover and explore Australia and New Zealand from top to bottom. With a broad range of holiday options including Guided Tours, Short Breaks and Day Tours, AAT Kings are the holiday experts. You can relax in the comfort of knowing you’re in the best of hands. We've got over 100 years of experience in taking care of absolutely everything so that you can get on with creating great new memories.
The tour departs daily 95 minutes prior to sunrise from Ayers Rock Resort. You will be collected from the hotel you have selected in the drop down list during the booking process.
