About the Tour

About The Tour

Get to know Australia’s outback as you make your way from Alice Springs to Darwin. Along the way, we’ll stop off at Uluru, Australia’s most iconic landmark, as well as a collection of other fascinating attractions, where you’ll learn about the beautiful wildlife of the region and the centuries-old heritage that imbues the area. Our Alice Springs to Darwin Tour is the perfect way to make your way from the Red Centre to the Top End and discover the amazing landscape that lies between these two remote cities.

Tour Details

Operates: Tuesday & Saturday

Departs: 5:00am

Returns: 6:00pm

Available Fares

Important Information

Minimum age 18 years. This tour is suitable for passengers aged 18 – 49 years. This is due to the nature of the accommodation (swag camping and dormitory), the hikes (up to 8 kms a day in the heat), and the style of the tour (catered to a younger crowd). If you are older and all of this sounds like fun you are welcome to join the tour, just have chat with us before you book.

Itinerary

7 Day Alice Springs to Darwin Tour with Uluru Itinerary

Come aboard our 7 Day Alice Springs to Darwin Tour with Uluru Detour and immerse yourself in adventure from the Red Centre to the Top End. Experience the vast changing landscapes as we make our way across the Northern Territory to Uluru. Let your breath be taken away by the multiple domes of Kata Tjuta, as you make your way through the Valley of the Winds. Sit back with a glass of bubbly wine and nibbles watching the sun go down! Followed by an outback BBQ dinner and laughs, as you settle the night in around the campfire inside your swags!

Tour Highlights

Explore the incredible landscapes and rock formations of the Red Centre including Uluru, Kata Tjuta & Kings Canyon
Experience the natural thermal pools in Matarank Hot Springs
See the natural beauty of Karlu Karlu also known as the Devils Marbles
Sleep under the stars to experience the astonishing magic of the desert night sky
Be amazed by the rocky scenery of the Garden of Eden on the Kings Canyon Rim Walk

Day 1: Alice Springs to Uluru

The tour kicks off in Alice Springs where we’ll come and get you for an early start to the day. We’ll make our way to Uluru and head straight for a camel farm, where you can learn about this early form of desert travel. After lunch, we’ll take a guided walk around the base of Uluru before checking out the Cultural Centre where you can learn about the beautiful wildlife and fascinating Aboriginal history of the site.

Afterwards, we enjoy the magical sunset from the viewing platform armed with bubbly and nibbles. We’ll then head back to camp for dinner and a night under the stars.

Accommodation: Swag camping

Meals included: Lunch & Dinner

Day 2: Kata Tjuta to Kings Creek Station

Day two begins with an early breakfast before watching the sunrise over Uluru. Then it’s on to Kata Tjuta for an incredible stroll through the Valley of the Winds. After refuelling at lunch, we’ll move on to Kings Creek Station.

Once at camp, we’ll tuck into a traditional Aussie BBQ around the campfire before sleeping under the stars again.

Accommodation: Swag camping

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Day 3: Kings Creek Station to Alice Springs

The final day starts early as we take a breath-taking walk around the rim of Kings Canyon after breakfast. We’ll check out the north and south walls, the Garden of Eden, and the Natural Amphitheatre here before hitting the road and heading back to Alice Springs. We arrive in Alice Springs in the late afternoon.

Accommodation: Dormitory

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

Day 4: Free day in Alice Springs

Enjoy a day to relax, explore Alice Springs or take a day tour to the surrounding attractions.

Accommodation: dormitory accommodation

Meals included: none

Day 5: Alice Springs to Banka Banka Station

Day five begins with a drive north from Alice Springs, stopping on the way at The Devils Marbles. There will be plenty of time to explore this mesmerizing rock formation and hear stories about the area. We’ll continue on to the historic Banka Banka Cattle Station afterwards, arriving in the evening at our camping accommodation.

Accommodation: swag camping

Meals included: Lunch and dinner

Day 6: Banka Banka Station to Katherine

Our first stop for the day is the historic Daly Waters Pub, an iconic outback watering hole. After refreshments, we continue our journey to the Mataranka Thermal Pools, where we can enjoy a soak in the naturally heated waters in the shade of paperbark trees. Then it’s on to spend our final night together in Katherine.

Accommodation: swag camping

Meals included: Breakfast lunch and dinner

Day 7: Katherine to Darwin

Our final day is spent soaking up the incredible natural surrounds of Katherine Gorge, also known as Nitmiluk. Take a boat cruise or hire a canoe to explore the peaceful waters of the Katherine River as it cuts through the ancient sandstone gorge. Then it’s the home stretch to Darwin, ready for a farewell beer with your tour companions.

Accommodation: not included

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch

What's Included?

Meals as indicated*
National park entry and camping fees
Cultural Centre admission
x2 nights dormitory accommodation
x4 nights accommodation camping under the stars
Camping equipment
Airconditioned all-terrain transport
Accommodation pick-up and drop-off
Friendly & experienced local guide

Sleeping bags are available for hire in advance of your tour for an additional $50.

*Please include any dietary requirements in the notes when you book.

Pickup Locations

Location	Address	Time
A Good Rest B and B	51 Dixon Rd, Alice Springs	04:30 AM
Alice Lodge	4 Mueller Street, Alice Springs	04:45 AM
Alice Motor Inn	27 Undoolya Road, East Side	04:45 AM
Alice on Todd	Cnr South Terrace and Strehlow St, The Gap	04:55 AM
Alice's Secret	6 Khalick Street, Alice Springs	04:45 AM
Crown Plaza (Alice Springs)	93 Barrett Drive, Alice Springs	04:30 AM
Desert Palms Resort	74 Barrett Drive, Alice Springs	04:30 AM
Desert Rose Inn	15 Railway Terrace, Alice Springs	04:55 AM
Diplomat	20 Gregory Terrace, Alice Springs	04:50 AM
Discovery Parks - NT	25 Palm Pl Ross, Ross	05:00 AM
DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs	82 Barrett Drive, Alice Springs	04:30 AM
Elkira Court Motel	65 Bath Street, Alice Springs	04:45 AM
G'Day Mate Caravan Park	23 Palm Circuit, Alice Springs	05:00 AM
Heavitree Gap Resort	1 Palm Circuit, Alice Springs	05:00 AM
Hillsview Tourist Apartment	16 Bradshaw Dr, Gillen	04:45 AM
Jump Inn	4 Traeger Ave, The Gap	04:55 AM
Kathys Place	4 Cassia Ct, Alice Springs	04:30 AM
Mercure Hotel	10 Irwin St, Perth	04:45 AM
Quest	10 South Terrace, Alice Springs	04:45 AM
Stay at Alice Springs	11 Leichardt Terrace, Alice Springs	04:55 AM
Stuart Caravan Park	70 Larapinta Drive, Alice Springs	04:30 AM
Swagman's Rest	67 - 69 Gap Road, The Gap	04:55 AM
Todd Tavern	1/1 Todd Street, Alice Springs	04:45 AM
Vatu Sanctuary	18 Knuckey Ave, Braitling	04:55 AM
White Gum Apartments	17 Gap Road, The Gap	04:30 AM
Wintersun Caravan Park	Nth Stuart Hwy and Head St Alice S, Alice Springs	04:30 AM
YHA Alice Springs	26 Parsons St, Alice Springs	04:45 AM