Yulara Info
IATA Airport Code: AYQ
Population: 887 (2011)
Yulara, Northern Territory on Wikipedia
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Location
39°35′N 19°52′E
Yulara Sites and Things to Do
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park – Rising out of the surrounding Central Australian desert, Uluru/Ayers Rock and Kata Tjuta/The Olgas dominate the landscape. The spectacular red rocks and domes are millions upon millions of years old. The national park expands across more than 327,000 acres and contains these two, worldwide iconic rock formations. Walking around the base of Uluru you will see expansive rock faces of sandstone rise up to 348m above the red desert sand. Kata Tjuta/The Olga’s are often underestimated but its 36 domed heads are equally, if not more impressive in our opinion, to that of Uluru. Seeing both of these sites offers an experience in the true cultural and scared significance of this red land.
Yulara Township – Though in a remote desert, a nearby town Yulara has been built to provide accommodation, restaurants, an IGA supermarket, petrol and other essential services. The Ayers Rock Resort is contained within Yulara and is home to around 1200 staff hailing from local nearby towns, other Australian states and all over the world.
Ayers Rock Helicopter tours – Without a doubt the best way to see Uluru and Kata Tjuta is by helicopter. Discover a whole new perspective of this great land by air and take in 360 degree views. Ayers Rock Helicopters fly on demand every day of the year, from sunrise to sunset and offer flights from 15 minute Uluru only scenic flights up to full day charters to Kings Canyon and beyond. Clever Voyage booked and highly recommend the 30-min aerial flight experience taking in the magnificent views of Uluru, Kata Tjuta and red desert as far as the eye can see. The tour includes pick up and drop off from your accommodation and is around 1.5 hours total from pick up to drop off. Their helicopters offer full opening rear windows making for spectacular photo opportunities!
Outback Cycling – For a great adventure on two wheels, rent a bike and ride the 15km pathway right around the base of Uluru for a easy way to get up close to this amazing sandstone rock at your own pace.
Uluru Camel Tours – Ride high above the desert surrounds and explore this region just as the early explorers did. Camel tours depart 5 times daily.
Skydive Uluru – After an adrenalin rush? This will get your pulse racing combined with a free fall and the spectacular 360 degree views.
Uluru Motorcycle tours – Want to try something different? Join a fun filled adventure on the back of a Harley Davidson or a 3 wheeler trike and experience the beauty of Uluru and Kata Tjuta with the wind in your face.
Free daily activities – The Ayers Rock Resort offers a host of free daily activities including guided and self guided native garden walks, Aboriginal story telling, learn about bush tucker, visit the Wintjiri Arts and museum or marvel at Indigenous dance performances. Offered activities are changed and updated frequently.Pick up a copy of what is on offer from your hotel or campsite reception.
Accommodation in Yulara
Ayers Rock Campground – Ayers Rock Campground caters to the en-route travel camping needs, from air-conditioned cabins to powered sites for caravans, campervans, motor homes and camper trailers, or pitch your tent on lush green grass under the shade of native desert oaks. The Campground also provides a range of services and facilities including a swimming pool, playground, bbq facilities and outdoor kitchen and self-service laundry facilities to make the great outdoors truly enjoyable. The grounds are also pet friendly. Clever Voyage stayed in an on-site air conditioned cabin with shared bathroom facilities. Cabins feature 2 bedrooms, linen, cooking facilities and utensils, microwave, refrigerator and television. Bedding configuration is 1 double bed in one bedroom, and 2 sets of single bunk beds in the second bedroom. Sleeps a maximum of 6 people. A great option for the budget traveller.
Sails in the Desert – This hotel beautifully contrasts Uluru’s raw natural beauty with a decidedly luxurious outback holiday experience. Soaring white sails crown Ayers Rock Resort’s Sails in the Desert hotel, shading 228 luxury five star rooms and suites.
Desert Gardens Hotel – Offering the only rooms with views of Uluru in Ayers Rock Resort, the 4.5 star Desert Gardens Hotel features welcoming rooms, locally inspired dining options and interactive arts experiences within an oasis of native gardens. Accommodation options are diverse from deluxe rock view rooms to shady poolside rooms all located under a canopy of towering gum trees and garden beds dotted with native flowers.
Emu Walk Apartments – Ayers Rock Resort’s Emu Walk Apartments offer the luxury of newly renovated, fully serviced apartments with all the practicalities of home.
Under a canopy of gum leaves Emu Walk Apartments offers one and two bedroom self contained apartments that are centrally located to dining and touring options across the Resort and into Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Convenience and luxury unite, making Emu Walk Apartments the perfect choice for families or couples and friends travelling together.
Outback Pioneer Hotel – Australian hospitality has its own style of service that combines both professionalism and genuine warmth. You’ll find this authentic brand of service at the Voyages Outback Pioneer Hotel. It offers comfortable, affordable hotel rooms with a private bathroom and is perfect for the demands of travellers looking for quality service in relaxed surrounds.
Outback Pioneer Lodge – Looking for traditional Aussie hospitality? You’ll find it at Outback Pioneer Lodge. The Lodge is perfect for the budget minded traveller. Outback Pioneer Lodge boasts Budget Rooms with and without bathroom, as well as comfortable and clean hostel accommodation for the roaming backpacker. Two styles of hostel accommodation are available including twenty bed female and male dormitories and four bed mixed sex dormitories, both have shared bathroom facilities.
