This camping tour caters for those on a limited
budget but still wanting to travel in a small group (10 - 22 passengers).
It is designed for those who are looking for adventure and who want to
experience the beauty of Central Australia whilst enjoying the reward of
camping and meeting new friends. Although there is no hard work on the
camping tour it's success does rely on the participation of all the
passengers to help with cooking, collecting firewood etc. Passengers
considering this tours should be in good health, young at heart and be
prepared to experience an unforgettable camping adventure.
Price: au$
240
Departs: Daily from Alice Springs (06.30 Hrs) and from Ayers Rock (13.00
Hrs)
Arrives: Alice Springs approx. 18.00 Hrs
Tour Code: SO2
Itinerary:
Day 1: Departing Alice Springs at
approximately 07:00hrs, we travel south through the picturesque James
and Waterhouse Ranges stopping at the Outback Camel Farm where you can
enjoy a short camel ride (own expense). Heading westwards we view the
striking Mt. Conner (Atila) and the saltpans. On arriving at Ayers Rock
Resort we have lunch at our permanent camp before travelling to the
majestic Olgas (Kata Tjuta) with a hike through the Valley of the Winds
(weather conditions permitting). We return in time to view sunset on
Ayers Rock (Uluru). Return to our camp for a traditional Aussie meal.
(Lunch/Dinner)
Day 2: This morning you can see sunrise
on Ayers Rock before tackling the challenge of the climb. Ayers Rock is
348 metres above the desert floor and the climb is 1.6 km, but even if
you don't make the top the surrounding landscape is spectacular. This is
followed by a base tour exploring ancient caves where aboriginal
paintings, eroded rock faces and unusual rock formations can be seen. We
then return to Ayers Rock Resort where time is allowed for an optional
30 minute scenic flight over the Olgas/Ayers Rock (own expense). After
lunch we depart Ayers Rock and travel back to Alice Springs, arriving
early evening. (Breakfast /Lunch)
Tour Includes: Entrance fees, tent,
sleeping bag, sleeping sheet, campbed, mattress, water bottle holder,
water (The camping equipment is all of excellent quality)
What to bring: Pillow,
torch, towel
Facilities on tour: Hot/cold
showers, toilets, permanent camps with campbeds in large 2 man tents
already erected.