Wayoutback - 5 Day Uluru 4WD Safari

» Red Centre “Kangaroo Dreaming” - Camping Safari

The 'Kangaroo Dreaming' Safari is the ultimate 5 day 4WD Central Australia adventure tour. As would be expected, they'll tour Uluru (tour Ayers Rock), Kata Tjuta (The Olgas), Watarrka (Kings Canyon), Palm Valley and the West MacDonnell Ranges. They'll also get to truly experience the outback in an authentic way by really going 'wayoutback'; bush camping at remote campsites, driving a bush track through an old outback cattle station affording sensational views of the West MacDonnell Ranges and, visiting the Oak Valley Aboriginal Community.

Tour Infomation

Departures:
Alice Springs » 6.00am Tue, Thurs & Sat
Ayers Rock Resort / Airport » 1.00pm Tue, Thurs & Sat

Tour prices are fully inclusive except "Optional Extras" indicated as +
MAXIMUM 16 PASSENGERS

Tour Code: WO5	Low Season	High Season
Adult	$1,075	$1,125
YHA/VIP/Student	$1,025	$1,075
Child (0-15yrs)	$1,000	$1,050

High Season: 01/04/11 – 30/11/11 + 01/03/12 – 31/03/12

Low Season: 01/12/11 – 28/02/12

Valid: 01/04/11 - 31/03/12

+ Optional Extras:
Camel ride, Kuniya Walk, Standley Chasm, Hermannsburg Precinct, Sleeping Bags.

B = Breakfast

L = Lunch

D = Dinner

5 Day Itinerary
DAY 1 Pick-up at 5.45am from Alice Springs accommodation. The first part of the day is spent driving to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park with a few stops along the way for refreshments, a camel ride and a chance to purchase some Aboriginal paintings or artifacts. They break for lunch at their bush camp, situated amongst desert oak trees at the base of a large sand dune within the Resort. The afternoon is devoted to enjoying the sights of Uluru (Ayers Rock), including a full base walk or a chance to climb if you wish. They'll also visit the Cultural Centre where you can learn about the Tjukurpa (Aboriginal law/religion). It's now time to view the magnificent sunset on Uluru accompanied with a glass or two of sparkling wine before retiring to the campsite for a delicious meal, a couple of drinkies and time to sit back to contemplate the day's events. L D DAY 2 After watching the sunrise over Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) from a lookout close to their campsite, it's breakfast and off to Kata Tjuta for an 8km hike through the magnificent Valley of the Winds. After a leisurely lunch and a stop at the Resort for fuel and supplies, they head to Curtin Springs Cattle Station. Arriving in the mid afternoon there's plenty of	opportunity to get a close look at Atila (Mt Connor) with a Mt Connor Sunset Tour. Their campsite at Curtin Springs is miles from the crowds, which is where the feeling of 'Wayoutback' really starts to take hold. After a campfire dinner it's time to kick back and be mesmerised by the millions of stars on display. B L D* DAY 3 After breakfast it's time to lock in the wheel hubs and 4WD across bush tracks no other tour can take you. They'll travel north through Curtin Springs to Kings Creek Station, covering some of the most beautiful and unspoilt country you're ever likely to see. They are now truly 'WAYOUTBACK', meandering through country seen by only a privileged few. On arrivalat Kings Creek they head off to Watarrka (Kings Canyon). They do a full 8km rim walk of this absolutely stunning place before a light snack and a swim in the Garden of Eden rock pool. Back at Kings Creek you have the rare opportunity to take control of a quad bike and explore some of the more secluded areas of Kings Creek Station on one of their sunset tours. It's then off to relax and enjoy the evening at their remote bush camp set in beautiful surroundings overlooking the George Gill Ranges. B L D*	DAY 4 Departing the area, they head along the Mereenie Loop Road toward Hermannsburg, a Lutheran mission established in 1877. After a stop at the local store for refreshments it's off to Palm Valley, 4 wheel driving down a typical outback dirt road. Here you can take in the beauty and ruggedness of the area with a walk along the Finke River, the oldest watercourse on the planet. They're then off to Redbank Gorge for the last night's bush camp. B L D DAY 5 An early start and they're then off to what many believe is the jewel in the crown of Central Australia, Redbank Gorge. After lots of swimming and relaxing they make their way back to Alice Springs travelling through the West MacDonnell Ranges. They'll have you back in Alice early evening and meet later for a few more quiet drinkies and to farewell new found friends. B L

* Oak Valley Aboriginal Community may be substituted with Rainbow Valley (Wurre) due to cultural and/or accessibility reasons. Rainbow Valley is operated by Arrertne traditional owner Ricky Orr and offers guests an authentic indigenous experience. Visit private rock art sites, hear of Creation stories and witness the most spectacular sunset you will ever see.
They camp on Aboriginal land where your Aboriginal host will share campfire stories and their cultural knowledge.