The spiritual energy is intense and impossible to pin down. Wayoutback has over 22 years experience in providing travellers unforgettable experiences on tours to Uluru Ayers Rock and the highlights of the Northern Territory. We pride ourselves on the high standard of our guides who are passionate about Australia, providing a sound knowledge of local history, Aboriginal culture, geology and the natural environment.
Experience riding on a camel. A n angu are still guided by Tjuku r pa law to keep their culture and country strong. This is something that has never changed.
If you visit Ulu r u you may see people dot painting, performing inma traditional dance and song , telling Tjuku r pa stories or gathering bush tucker. You might be surprised to learn that the park also gets around mm of rainfall every year. There are a lot of animal species in the park, including 21 different mammals, 73 reptiles, birds and 4 desert-dwelling frogs. After heavy rains, small, tadpole-like crustaceans called shield shrimps Triops australiensis hatch in temporary waterholes and rock pools in the park.
When the water dries up, the shield shrimp eggs also dry up and can remain dormant for several years until the next big rainfall. Shield shrimp. There are more than different plant species growing in the park. Many of these plants have traditional uses as bush foods, tools or medicine. Every year more than , people come from all over the world to experience the natural and cultural wonders of Ulu r u and Kata Tju t a.
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.
We chose the Valley of the Winds walk that took us on a path around the red domes. The landscape appears so ancient that it felt like a dinosaur could pass by at any moment! It was physically challenging at times involved a bit of climbing, but the views were worth every drop of sweat. The Anangu people group is one of the oldest cultures known to humans, dating back as far as 60, years. They have been the traditional owners of Uluru and its surroundings for over 30, years.
If you are at all interested in the aboriginal culture, Uluru and Kata Tjuta are the best places to learn more about their traditions. Here you can admire the unique art, listen to incredible stories, and observe their cultural performances.
Getting to Uluru is easy, as there are a couple of direct flights daily from every capital of Australia. You have two options for booking flights: fly directly to Yullara, a small town right next to the Uluru and Kata Tjuta National Park, or fly to Alice Springs. In Yullara, there is really only one resort, called Ayers Rock Resort , offering accommodation for all budgets, from camping to luxury hotels. On their website, you will find the necessary information about tours, activities, history, itineraries, restaurants etc.
Honestly, this was the only website I used when planning our trip. You can also opt to fly into Alice Springs, which is the biggest town in the Australian outback, located about km north-west from Uluru. If you choose this route, you can stop at the Kings Canyon on your way to Uluru. Be warned that this hike is extremely dangerous. The walls of Uluru are very steep, and there is no real path or shade from the heat. Not only is it unsafe, but the Anangu Aboriginals consider it disrespectful to hike Uluru.
However, according to the recent news , it will be closed soon. Although beautiful, it is important to remember that the Australian outback has one of the harshest climates you can experience. First, be prepared for the heat, which is most intense during the summer months of December to February. Even during our visit in May, the temperatures got up to 28 degrees Celsius. Whenever you visit, bring lots of strong sunscreen and apply regularly.
Second, the Australian outback is home to tons of flies and insects.
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