Uluru & Surrounds

Stop scrolling... pastel skies alert 💕 @caitensphoto captured this spectacular sunrise at Uluṟu in Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa National Park, proving that it really is worth setting an early alarm! ​This iconic dual World Heritage-listed park has five dedicated viewing areas which are cleverly positioned so that you can see the magical moment when the sun’s rays hit the rock and its surface changes colour. More than just a photo opportunity, #Uluru also holds great spiritual and cultural significance to local Aṉangu (the traditional owners of the area). Join a cultural tour with @exploreuluru or @seitoutbackaustralia and learn more about the history behind this special part of @visitcentralaus from knowledgeable guides. Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @caitensphoto. #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #SeeUluru #ExploreUluru

A spectacular moonset (and sunrise!) at Kata Tjuta in @visitcentralaus 🌕 It might not be as instantly recognisable as Uluru, but Kata Tjuta is just as impressive as its famous neighbour. The 36 domes cover more than 20 square kilometres and soar up to 546 metres above the surrounding plain. ‘Kata Tjuta’ is a Pitjantjatjara term that means ‘many heads’. For the local Anangu, Kata Tjuta is an extremely important site for men’s business. Set your alarm and head to the Dune Viewing Area for stunning early morning views over the outback landscape, including Kata Tjuta and Uluru. Nature-lovers will want to experience the walking trailing at Walpa Gorge, a narrow creek valley between two of Kata Tjuta’s largest domes. Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @caitensphoto. #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT

Sleep in OR this incredible dawn view? We know which one we'd prefer! 🌄🙌 Take in the outback's spectacular sunrise colour palette of pinks and purples on the #KingsCanyon Rim Walk in @visitcentralaus. Start the 6 kilometre hike early and witness the sun rise over the dramatic landscape. Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @juniorhill92. #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT

Looking GOOD, #KingsCanyon! 👑 Only three hours from #Uluru in Watarrka National Park on the traditional lands of the Matutjara people, this spectacular location features 100 metre high ancient sandstone walls 🙌 What’s the best way to see it? The Rim Walk, of course! This challenging but rewarding 6 kilometre hike skirts the edge of the canyon for much of the trail, providing Insta-worthy views of the cliffs and surrounding landscape. The 3-4 hour walk deserves a comfortable place to rest your head...nearby @KingsCreekStation has you covered! Our tip? Start the walk early over the summer months and watch the sun rise over the canyon. Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @selwyn_photography! #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT @kingscanyon

It’s not every day you see a waterfall flowing at @seeuluru! 🌧😍 Lucky visitors to the region have been treated to waterfall events a few times over the past three months. While many travellers to the massive monolith come to witness the rich reds and bright oranges at sunrise and sunset, only a few get to witness the incredible colours and waterfalls that occur after heavy rainfall. Video: @chaarlene.m / Photo: Alex Bradbury #NTaustralia #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #Uluru

#KataTjuta (#TheOlgas) is simply radiant at sunset ✨ Grab your walking boots to experience these incredible ochre-coloured domes, located only 30 minutes west of #Uluru. Get the full panorama on the 600 metre walk to the dune viewing area, take the 2.6 kilometre (return) Walpa Gorge walk past rare plants to a spearwood grove or do the Valley of the Winds walk, the full 7.4 kilometre circuit into the heart of Kata Tjuta (which is actually 200 metres higher than Uluru!). ​​ ​ Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, ​@keiranlusk. ​ ​#SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT

To mark 2021, we're bringing you our top 10 posts of the year. Here's your 4th favourite photo! ​ In April we shared these stunning scenes overlooking #Uluru with #KataTjuta in the distance, bathed in sunrise orange 🚁  Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @rachlitravels! ​ ​#SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #HolidayHereThisYear

To mark 2021, we're bringing you our top 10 posts of the year. Here's your 8th favourite photo! ​ ​In March, we shared this spectacular wet weather event at #Uluru 🧡 ​ ​Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @caitensphoto! ​ ​#SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #HolidayHereThisYear

Dramatic early morning scenes overlooking #Uluru and #KataTjuta 🚁🌄 ​@moniqueliveslife recently captured this very special moment in @visitcentralaus on her first helicopter flight. A sight to behold from any angle, these natural wonders are truly unforgettable from the air. Join @ayersrockhelicopters on a sunrise, daytime or sunset flight, available year round. ​ ​Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, Monique! ​ ​#SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #HolidayHereThisYear

Stroll among the stars at #FieldOfLight ✨ The @exploreuluru installation is available year round to visit, with a number of touring options, including the Star Pass experience.  ​ Picture this: Canapes and sparkling wine on an exclusive dune top watching the sun dip below the horizon, before 50,000 solar powered glowing stems illuminate. ​Wander down into the field and follow the trail, admiring the scene under the desert night sky 🌠 ​ ​Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @saltytravellers. ​ ​#SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #HolidayHereThisYear

​Uncover the raw beauty of #KataTjuta (The Olgas) on a @visitcentralaus adventure 🚗 Hit the road and explore further on an unforgettable trip along the Red Centre Way. Drive from Alice Springs to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park and Watarrka National Park to see the highlights and venture further into the heart of Australia 🧡 ​ ​Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @jade_elise_collins and @jake.applebee.  ​ ​#SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #HolidayHereThisYear

It’s been raining in the desert this week! Many visitors enjoy #Uluru and Kata Tjuta’s rich reds and bright oranges at sunrise and sunset – but only a few are lucky enough to experience the magical colours and waterfalls that occur after rain! Did you know rainwater on the rock’s surface actually causes it to change colour, from dark burgundy to shining silver and even black? Check out the photos from Parks Australia and Ranger Meegan after the rains at Uluru this week 🧡 ​ ​#NTaustralia #RedCentreNT #HolidayHereThisYear

We could look at this spectacular sight allll day! 😍 Get access all areas and unparalleled views with a scenic flight over #Uluru with @professional_helicopters or @ayersrockhelicopters 🚁 Keep your camera close... as the sun sets over the surrounding outback landscape, this gigantic ochre-coloured rock formation will change colour before your very eyes! Who's adding this to their must-do list? Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @lucasaidphoto. ​ ​#SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #HolidayHereThisYear

#KataTjuta is so gigantic that you can see it from miles away, but there's no better vantage point than from the air! 🚁 ​ ​Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @imlukemackenzie. ​ ​#SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #HolidayHereThisYear

Discover an outback wonderland at @ExploreUluru's #FieldOfLight 💫  ​ ​Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @danieljkiritsis and @rachlitravels!  ​ ​#SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #HolidayHereThisYear

The burnt orange scenery of #Uluru sure puts the awe into awe-inspiring! This is the Mala walk to Kantju Gorge, a two kilometre (return) section of the Uluru base walk, which showcases the fascinating local Anangu culture, including ancient campsites and rock art. Our tip? ​The Mala walk is often busy with guided tours in the mid-morning and late afternoon. However, it is surprisingly quiet at sunset. If you’ve already seen an Uluru sunset from afar, head to Kantju Gorge for a deeply serene sunset experience at the foot of the rock. Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @postcardsandcoffee! ​ ​#SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT

You look bloomin' beautiful, #KingCanyon! 🌷 While Spring only just officially kicked off today, it's actually possible to see #wildflowers in @visitcentralaus from April-November. Also known as Pussytails due to their recognisable flower heads, the Mulla Mullas (pictured here) are a group of flowering plants commonly found growing on rocky slopes, stony plains or sand dunes. If you're planning to do the 6 kilometre Rim Walk at #WatarrkaNationalPark, keep an eye out for these beauties! ​ ​Photo: @treasureearthco  ​ ​#NTaustralia #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #Spring

Sunrise or sunset at #Uluru? You tell us! 😍👇 ​ ​Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @imlukemackenzie. ​ ​#SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT