Uluru:

Uluru (Ayers Rock) is one of the most famous Australian icons located in the Uluru National Park. Located within a days drive south west from Alice Springs, it should be seen at least once in a lifetime for its sheer beauty, ever changing colours and vast, wide plains.

If you set off by car from Alice Springs, you will not only experience the freedom that comes with exploring this famous attraction at your leisure, but you’ll also enjoy the sheer thrill of driving in the red centre.

There is a lot to do here. You can simply watch the changing colours of the Rock at sunrise or sunset, go on the climb, take a camel or Harley Davidson tour, enjoy a sunset dinner or even a flight over the rock for a different perspective.

The majority of tourists who visit the area come with Ayers Rock in mind, either to attempt the walk or capture the magnificent changes in colour at sunset or sunrise. Whatever you choose you will need to stick around a couple of days at least to make the most of your stay.

Ayers Rock Campground is a fantastic base for exploring the surrounding landscapes, with excellent facilities and plenty of room under the native oak trees to set up camp.

Although the conditions appear severe, with hot days and sub zero nights, many species have found a way to adapt and thrive in this remote corner of the territory.

The Olgas:

The Olgas are not as famous but equally as impressive in their own right.

About thirty kilometres drive from Uluru, the best time to visit is at sunrise as the temperatures can increase rapidly in the middle of the day.

There are two walks available. The Valley of the Winds walk takes you on a trip around a number of the dome shaped Olgas, and the other takes you to the Kalpa Lookout. With only the red outback plains and brilliant blue skies in the distance, it really is an incredible attraction from any angle.

Kings Canyon:

Head three hours north east from Ayers Rock and you will enter the Watarrka National Park, home of Kings Canyon. There are all species of exotic plant life here, as well abundant wildlife. Pack your walking shoes for a three to four hour walking trail which will take you to the rim of the Canyon for spectacular views.

Ayers Rock, the Olgas, Kings Canyon and the stark red landscapes of the red centre epitomises Australia. Here, you can escape to a place where there is freedom, rugged beauty and incredible landforms. It’s a place where you can literally have it all.