Explore Uluru with a once-in-a-lifetime tour

June 12, 2015 - 2 min read

Planning a trip to Uluru? Check out these suggestions for what to do and where to stay in the Alice Springs area.

Want to explore the great outback, but need a bit of guidance? Check out these amazing tours!

RT Tours Australia

Experience the outback, RT Tours - Alice Springs
Experience the outback, RT Tours – Alice Springs

For an incredible food and cultural tour through the outback to Uluru, book in with RT Tours Australia. The tours are run by Bob who is a local to the region. Not only does he have expert knowledge on the history of this incredible part of Australia, but he uses his 26 years experience as a chef to bring you delicious food while on the trip.

Choose from a 4, 7, or 9-day tour beginning in Alice Springs to trek through the outback and make your way to Uluru. You’ll get to see some of the incredible surroundings, taste some traditional bush tucker and of course, watch the sun rise over Uluru.

These tours include all of your meals and accommodation, so all you have to worry about is booking your flights and making sure you have a comfy pair of shoes!


Where: Departing from Alice Springs, NT 0870


Want to see the sights of the outback, but don’t have a whole week to explore? Check out the option below!

Northern Territory Air Services

See the incredible sights from above, Northern Territory Air Services - Alice Springs
See the incredible sights from above, Northern Territory Air Services – Alice Springs

See the incredible sights from above, Northern Territory Air Services – Alice Springs


For a day trip to Uluru, book a scenic flight through Northern Territory Air Services. You’ll get to experience Uluru both from above with incredible views from the plane, and by foot when you land at the Ayers Rock Airport. Choose from shorter tours, or more extensive flights where you can witness the Northern Territory’s six biggest attractions including Simpsons Gap and Gosses Bluff, a meteorite crater believed to be 142 million years old. You might even be lucky enough to take part in the Uluru climb.


Where: Alice Springs Airport, Santa Teresa Road, Alice Springs NT 0870

Now you’ve seen the sights, you probably need somewhere to stay! We’ve found the best accommodation in Alice Springs (where the tours depart from) so you can stay in style.

Elkira Motel

Stay in style, Elkira Motel - Alice Springs
Stay in style, Elkira Motel – Alice Springs

The Elkira Motel is situated in the middle of Alice Springs and is home to some of the most modern facilities in the region. Choose from the huge range of suites to suit your budget; whether you’re after a quick and easy standard room, or something a bit more luxurious, they have it here! A stay in one of the king suites not only gives you a comfortable king-sized bed but also features a deluxe spa bath, so you can really relax after your trip to Uluru. Other facilities include free wi-fi, a swimming pool and barbecue area, as well as a guest laundry if you’re staying for longer. Check into Elkira Motel for your next visit to Alice Springs.


Where: 65 Bath Street, Alice Springs NT 0870