The Uluru is listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It is probably also one of Australia's most famous landmarks. However, only a few travellers put this spot on their travel bucket list: The rock would be too far away, the journey takes too long... but you can arrive by plane in three hours from all Australian cities, or you can alternatively take a night train. The Uluru is definitely worth a visit.
You should be aware of how you want to organise your trip, either book a guided tour (which always include accommodation), a hotel or campsite in advance. There are not too many possibilities to choose from, and due to the limited capacity, everything could be fully booked.
MUST DO: Visit the Uluru at either sunrise or sunset.
The Uluru appears at this time particularly strong in its typical red colours. You can also do the base walk around the Uluru for a unique experience during the day. It took me 3 hours to walk once around the massive rock. From each side and at any time you will have a completely different view. The different colours in which the rock shines depending on the sunlight are really fascinating. The surfaces of the cliffs vary a lot, you will discover small overhanging caves used by the Aborigines for initiation rites and petroglyphs and can read little stories about the culture along the way. This place is undoubtedly a spiritual place.
One thing is sure: DO NOT climb the Uluru, even though some tourists do. The mountain is a vital sanctuary for the Aborigines and that is exactly what you should respect.
INSIDER TIP: Arrange a tour with an Anangu Aborigine, the traditional guardians of Uluru, around the mountain to learn more about the Uluru myth. The Anangu believe that their ancestors created the landscape in the Dreamtime and therefore protect the land. It's a really nice experience and gives you a greater insight into the culture of the Aborigines.
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