6 Day Uluru, Kings Canyon & MacDonnell Ranges Astronomy Adventure: Alice Springs to Alice Springs

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This adventure starts and finishes in Alice Springs, making it easy to plan your journey back to where it all began!

No worries! If you're travelling solo, you'll be paired with another traveller of the same gender when sharing a twin-share eco tent. If you'd prefer your own tent, a single supplement is available on request.

This adventure is best suited to fit and active travellers. You'll need to be comfortable hiking 5–10 km per day over uneven terrain, often in high temperatures.

Be prepared for extreme weather conditions, including very hot summer days and chilly winter nights.

The Kings Canyon Rim Walk is a 6 km loop that takes approximately 3–4 hours and is graded moderate to difficult.

The walk begins with a steep climb up rock steps before becoming easier along the canyon rim. Your guide will lead the way, and the track is well marked.

Some sections pass close to cliff edges. If you have a fear of heights or knee, heart or breathing issues, speak with your guide before starting.

On days when temperatures reach 36°C or above, the walk must begin before 9am. Make sure you carry at least 3 litres of water.

Packing smart will help you enjoy every moment of your outback adventure! Here's what you'll need:

Essential items:

• A soft bag with a maximum weight of 15 kg (hard cases are not permitted)

• A small day pack

• Water bottles with a combined capacity of at least 3 litres

• Lightweight, breathable clothing

• Long-sleeved shirts and long pants for sun protection

• Warm layers, including a puffer jacket, gloves and beanie for winter

• Comfortable, closed-in hiking shoes

• Hat, sunglasses and sunscreen

• Torch or headlamp

• Power bank and device chargers

• Toiletries and insect repellent

• Personal medication

• Towel

Optional extras:

• Fly head net

• Top sheet or lightweight sleeping bag liner for warmer summer nights

• Ear plugs

• Travel pillow for your swag camping night

You'll need to travel with a maximum of 15 kg in a soft-sided bag, plus a carry-on day pack. Hard suitcases and hard cases are not permitted.

You'll enjoy two different outback camping experiences during your trip!

• 4 nights in permanent eco tents: Twin-share tents feature beds, mattresses, linen, sleeping bags and pillows. They're built on raised wooden platforms with canvas walls, mesh windows and roll-up sides for natural airflow.

• 1 night under the stars: Experience traditional Australian swag camping beside a campfire. Swags include a built-in mattress, and you'll need to bring your sleeping bag.

Shared showers and toilets are available near the swag camping area.

If it rains, your guide will help you find the most sheltered spot to set up camp.

You'll have access to shared bathroom facilities with flushing toilets and hot showers at all camps. There are also screened kitchen and dining areas where you can enjoy meals and relax.

The Watarrka National Park (Kings Canyon) campsite also has a basic swimming pool available during the warmer months.

Yes! It's all part of the outback adventure. While your guide takes care of most meals, you'll have the opportunity to help with simple daily tasks such as setting up camp, meal preparation and tidying up.

Mobile coverage will be intermittent as you'll be travelling through remote outback locations. We recommend letting your friends and family know that you may be out of contact during the trip.

Your guides carry satellite phones for emergencies only.

Yes! There is limited access to power at the Red Centre camps, available in shared kitchen and dining areas. We recommend bringing a power bank so you can keep your devices charged between stops.

Yes! Children aged 8 years and over are welcome on this adventure.

Smoking and drinking alcohol are not permitted inside the tour vehicle.

Alcohol is permitted at the campsite, although your guide may limit the amount consumed.

Illegal drugs are strictly prohibited. Anyone found carrying illegal substances may be removed from the tour without a refund and will be responsible for their own travel costs.

Travellers who threaten the safety of the guide or other passengers may also be removed from the tour without a refund.