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Take a unique road trip through ancient, sacred lands
Embark on an adventure from Darwin to Alice Springs, including Arnhem Land and sacred Uluru, on this nine-day tour. This classic road trip-style overland adventure proves the best way to experience this rugged land is by going back to basics – complete with nights spent under starry skies, cooling off in natural rock pools and waking to the layered calls of rainbow bee-eaters and spangled drongo birds. Find the essence of this ancient country in its most remote areas, among the people who have called it home for tens of thousands of years.
- Start
- Darwin, Australia
- Finish
- Alice Springs, Australia
- Destinations
- Northern Territory, Kakadu, Uluru, Outback
- Style
- Basix
- Theme
- Explorer
- Code
- POBAU
- Physical rating
- Trip rating
- 1 review
- Ages
- Min 8
- Group size
- Min 6, Max 24
Why you'll love this trip
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Start your journey right with a Cul Cul (Welcome to Country) from your Limilngan-Wulna hosts, a gracious ceremony from the Traditional Owners of the land you begin your adventure on.
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Watch as the sacred monolith of Uluru changes colour during an unforgettable sunrise and discover why so many are captivated by this striking island mountain.
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See rock art that was sketched over 50,000 years ago in Mawurndaddja and learn about the site’s spiritual significance and archaeological research from a local guide.
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Hike through the otherworldly Valley of the Winds for spectacular views of Kata-Tjuta, the towering domes that form something akin to a forest of rounded rocks.
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Get closer to nature with a few nights in a swag, a simple one-person tent that allows you to feel the breeze and admire the stars as you fall asleep.
Is this trip right for you?
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This is a Basix trip which covers a lot of ground in a short amount of time. You'll spend some nights of the trip sleeping in outback camping grounds and others in mutli-share, mixed-gender hostel accommodation. We believe it’s the best (and often only) way to see the Outback in all its glory. At campsites, you'll need to pitch in with preparing meals and cleaning.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves a lot of walking, allowing you to truly enjoy the surrounding nature. Some hikes are longer and more challenging than others. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes and comfortable clothing.
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Temperatures in the Red Centre and Top End can be extreme. During the day the weather can be hot (and the Australian sun is strong) so please bring appropriate clothing, use sun protection and drink plenty of water. In the evenings temperatures really drop, so ensure you have base layers and warm clothing.
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Itinerary
Accommodation
- Permanent tented camp (with shared facilities) (1 night)
Included Activities
- Guluyambi Cultural Cruise
- Mawurndaddja rock art and occupation complex
Meals Included
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
Meet your group at the Darwin joining point listed in the ‘Essential trip information’ and leave at 6.50 am. We recommend arriving in Darwin the night before, or earlier, so you make the departure. Please seak to your booking agent for more information.
Total driving time: about 6 hours (approximately 350 km)
Total walking time: about 1.5 hours (including stops for informative talks)
Accommodation
- Camping (with shared facilities) (1 night)
Included Activities
- Jim Jim Falls Walk
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
Total driving time: about 4 hours (approximately 120 km)Total walking time: about 2.5
Accommodation
- Permanent tented camp (with shared facilities) (1 night)
Included Activities
- Maguk (Barramundi Gorge)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
Total driving time: about 5.5 hours (approximately 340 km)Total walking time: about 1.5 hours
Accommodation
- Permanent tented camp (with shared facilities) (1 night)
Included Activities
- Edith Falls
Optional Activities
- Katherine Gorge Scenic Cruise - AUD95
- Katherine Gorge Canoe from - AUD82
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
Total driving time: about 4.5 hours (approximately 350 km)Total walking time: about 3.5 hours
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Special Information
Litchfield National Park occasionally closes attractions if they are considered unsafe to access. If Florence Falls, Wangi Falls or Bluey Rockholes are closed, activities will be substituted. Please see our 'Climate and seasonal information’ section in the ‘Essential trip information’ for more.Total driving time: about 3.5 hours (approximately 250 km)
Total walking time: about 1 hour
As this is a combination trip, the travellers in your group and your group leader are likely to change today.
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.Special Information
We'll arrange your air tickets and issue them a couple of weeks prior to your departure. Please note this day is unescorted.Your Darwin transfer (operated by Darwin City Airport Shuttle Service) will depart approximately 2 hours prior to your flight to Alice Springs. In case of any issues or to confirm the time please call +61 8 8947 3979.
Your Alice Springs transfer is operated by Alice Wanderer (green and yellow bus). In case of any issues please call 1800 1800 722 111 (free call) or +61 8 89522111.
Included Activities
- Uluru Base Walk
- Uluru sunset drinks
- Uluru Cultural Centre
Meals Included
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
This morning’s departure is at 06.05 am. Please be ready with your bags packed.Notes: Total driving time is approximately 5.5 hours (450 km). Total walking time is around 1 hour.
Included Activities
- Valley of the Winds walk
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
Total driving time today is around 4 hours (approximately 300kms).Total walking time is approximately 2.5 hours.
Included Activities
- Kings Canyon Rim Walk
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Special Information
Total driving time today is around 6 hours (approximately 500 km).Total walking time is approximately 3 hours.
Meals
6 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 6 dinnersTransport
All Terrain vehicle, Private vehicle, flightAccommodation
Camping (with shared facilities) (1 night), Permanent tented camp (with shared facilities) (2 nights), Permanent, furnished tented camp (with shared facilities) (3 nights) multishare hostel (with shared facilities) (2 nights)Included activities
- Guluyambi Cultural Cruise
- Mawurndaddja rock art and occupation complex
- Jim Jim Falls Walk
- Maguk (Barramundi Gorge)
- Edith Falls
- Uluru Base Walk
- Uluru sunset drinks
- Uluru Cultural Centre
- Valley of the Winds walk
- Kings Canyon Rim Walk
Dates & availability
Trip departures are unavailable.
There are currently no scheduled departures on our Arnhem Land and Uluru Camping Adventure trip. If you are interested in other trips in the region visit one of the links below.
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Important notes
1. Tour commences in Darwin on day 1 at 6 am and finishes in Alice Springs on day 9 at approximately 6 pm. Onward travel should be booked for the following day.
2. For the Kings Canyon rim walk it is a requirement that you have a minimum of THREE litres of water with you. Please consider bringing your own refillable water bottle.
3. The Top End and Kakadu portion of this trip has a strict luggage limit of 10 kilograms. Excess luggage can not be carried, however it can be stored at Darwin accommodation.
4. This trip requires a sleeping bag.
5. Trip also runs in reverse; see tour code POBUA.
6. This is a combination trip, made up of two of our most popular trips. This means your group and leader might change in Darwin on day 6.

Essential trip information
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