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 Ayers Rock (Uluru) is situated 461 kilometres south west of Alice Springs on the traditional lands of the Anangu Aboriginal people. A sacred and treasured symbol to the local Aboriginal people, Ayers Rock (Uluru) is also one of the great natural wonders of the world. Kings Canyon at Watarrka National Park is a three hour drive from Ayers Rock (Uluru).
There is a range of accommodation and tours available for your holiday at Ayers Rock, Kings Canyon and Alice Springs - in the red centre of Australia.
Explore our easy to use accommodation guide to Ayers Rock, Kings Canyon and Alice Springs:
 Ayers Rock (Uluru) is a single rock rising 348 metres from the desert floor and measuring 9.4 km around the base. Ayers Rock (Uluru) offers a magical and powerful experience especially at sunrise and sunset. Located within the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Ayers Rock (Uluru) is easily accessible from your accommodation at Ayers Rock Resort (Yulara).
Ayers Rock's ancient neighbour, the Olgas (Kata Tjuta), 50 km to the west, is a spectacular collection of 36 weathered red domes with steep sides, separated by narrow valleys between and covering about 35 sq km.
Kata Tjuta's highest feature is Mt Olga which rises 546 metres from the desert floor and 1072 metres above sea level. In the language of the local Anangu people, Kata Tjuta means 'many heads'. These remarkable formations stand dramatic and stark in contrast to the surrounding flat, plain landscape of the desert.
 This world heritage listed park of ancient geological treasures epitomises the Australian outback for hundreds of thousands of visitors who flock there every year to witness its stunning grandeur. Plan to visit for at least two days if you want to see all that these natural wonders have to offer, as they change their moods with every passing hour.
There is an airport at Ayers Rock and at Alice Springs. You can hire a car or 4WD to drive from Ayers Rock to Kings Canyon and Alice Springs. A self-drive itinerary suggestion for Alice Springs, Kings Canyon & Ayers Rock is for 4 Days - Alice Springs & Ayers Rock. Or you can hire a motorhome or a 4WD campervan from Alice Springs.
 Explore the national parks at Kings Canyon. Visit the museums and art galleries of Alice Springs. Tours and adventures available from Ayers Rock include the Sounds of Silence dinner, camel tours and scenic helicopter flights. From Alice Springs you can also take a camel tour or you can go hot air ballooning.
If you would like personalised recommendations for your holiday accommodation and tours in the red centre of Australia, just send us an e-mail and one of our friendly Travel Consultants will be pleased to assist.
Selected text and images courtesy of the Northern Territory Tourist Commission
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