15 Uluru Tours to Build a Day Around

1.Field of Light Sunrise Tour with Hot Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 572 reviews · 2 hours · from $91Our pick

Rise before dawn for AAT Kings’ two-hour Field of Light tour from Yulara. Walk among 50,000 solar-powered glass spheres, hear the story behind Bruce Munro’s artwork, then watch sunrise over Uluru and Kata Tjuṯa with coffee, tea, or hot chocolate. Pickup and return are included.

“Wonderful experience. Field of lights was amazing. The view of the Milky Way was unbelievable. And Uluru appearing at sunset followed by hot chocolate and biscuits. Dani our guide was fantastic. So knowledgeable and friendly.”

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2.Uluru 15-Minute Helicopter Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 548 reviews · 15 min · from $145

Ride from your Ayers Rock Resort hotel to the airport, receive a safety briefing, then fly beside Uluru in a helicopter with bubble windows. Pilots such as Emily and Jayden provide commentary and help passengers get clear views. The flight does not pass directly over or fully around Uluru.

“A breathtaking experience over Uluru! Flying in a helicopter over Uluru was simply unforgettable. From above, the view of the sacred monolith and the surrounding landscape is absolutely spectacular and truly breathtaking. The pilot was professional, knowledgeable, and very friendly. The flight was smooth and safe, with perfectly timed moments to admire Uluru from every angle. An emotional and deeply moving experience that I highly recommend to anyone visiting Australia’s Red Centre. Worth every cent. A must-do at least once in a lifetime!”

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3.Uluru & Kata Tjuta 25-Minute Helicopter Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 536 reviews · 1 hour · from $237

From Yulara, you’ll ride an air-conditioned bus to the helipad, watch a short safety briefing, then fly for 25 minutes over Uluru and Kata Tjuṯa. Your pilot points out the 36 domes of Kata Tjuṯa and gives both sides a good view. Pickup and return transport are included.

“you guys need a microphone head set for your shuttle drivers... there was a older couple sitting behind us that were struggling to hear the safety instructions by our driver. you could go another step and have a video demo also play that can be viewed. the shuttle driver shouldn't have to concentrate on his driving and be sure you are taking in vital safety info. the activity itself was amazing, best way to ring in 40th bday”

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4.Uluru Sunrise and Kata Tjuta Day Trip by Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 469 reviews · 5 hours · from $140

Leave Yulara 90 minutes before sunrise for Talinguru Nyakunytjaku, where tea or coffee accompanies your first view of Uluru. Continue to Kata Tjuta for a lookout stop and the rocky Walpa Gorge walk, with guides such as Glenn, Dani, Alex, and Hayley sharing Aboriginal culture, geology, flora, and fauna.

“Comfortable bus, tour operator was very knowledgeable and friendly. Thank you!”

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5.Sacred Sites & Sunset Tour with Wine & Cheeseboard

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 450 reviews · 5 hours · from $140

Spend five hours touring Uluru’s base, walking to Mutitjulu Waterhole, viewing Aboriginal rock art and visiting the Cultural Centre. Guides such as Mitch, Hayley and Glen are known for clear, lively storytelling. Finish with sparkling wine, other drinks and a cheeseboard as Uluru changes color at sunset.

“The entire experience was amazing from start to finish! The guide was extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and made the tour even more enjoyable with her insightful explanations and great energy. Watching the sunset at Uluru was breathtaking, and the wine and cheeseboard at the end was a perfect way to relax and take in the scenery. Everything was well organized and smooth. Highly recommended!”

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6.Segway the FULL base of Uluru

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 449 reviews · from $171Top rated

Ride a Segway around the full base of Uluru in a small group of up to 10. You’ll receive one-on-one training, a sunrise picnic breakfast, live commentary, and a guided walk to Mutitjulu Waterhole. Guides may include Nick, Dan, Jess, Dalia, Brittney, Betty, Blaze, or Sarah.

“The Segway tour around Uluru is an incredible way to experience the iconic rock up close. Gliding effortlessly along the base, you get breathtaking views of Uluru’s sheer size and ever-changing colors while learning about its cultural significance from knowledgeable guides. The Segways make the journey smooth and fun, allowing you to cover more ground without tiring. It’s a perfect mix of adventure, history, and natural beauty—highly recommended for anyone visiting the Red Centre!”

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7.Uluru (Ayers Rock) Sunset + Outback Barbecue Dinner & Star Talk

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 426 reviews · from $225

Travel from Ayers Rock Resort to a sunset viewing area, sip sparkling wine, then dine near Uluru inside Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Guides such as Rachel, Kevin, Karen, and Odin have led engaging evenings, with barbecue fare, drinks, and a star talk when weather allows.

“Can highly recommend this trip. Uluru at sunset was spectacular. Lovely company for a bbq under the stars later. Enjoyed by 2 generations equally.”

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8.Full Uluru Base Walk at Sunrise Including breakfast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 408 reviews · from $171

Start before sunrise from your Ayers Rock Resort hotel and walk Uluru’s full 12 km base trail in a small group of up to 15. Guides such as Rachel, Lucy, Flo, and Andy explain Tjukurpa stories, rock art, geology, and Anangu culture. Breakfast snacks, tea, or coffee are carried in a satchel.

“Very nice trek, well organised, punctual. Flat surface so not challenging but fast paced so medium fitness level is recommended. Our tour guide Lucy was very friendly, engaging and knowledgeable. Breakfast was nice and included hot water to make tea, coffee or hot chocolate which was appreciated. Layers are recommended in the cold months.”

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9.Kings Canyon Day Trip from Ayers Rock (Uluru)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 380 reviews · from $247

Travel from Uluru to Kings Canyon on a 13-hour AAT Kings coach tour. Stop for breakfast at Kings Creek Station, choose the strenuous 6-kilometre Rim Walk or easier Creek Bed Walk, and pause for lunch at Kings Canyon Resort. Guides such as Hayley, Jim, Alex, and Jessica have led recent departures.

“Michelle and Jim were wonderful. Friendly and experienced guide and driver. Highly recommend.the view was stunning and worth the hard work”

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10.Uluru Base Segway Tour at Sunrise

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 378 reviews · 5 hours · from $143

Start with hotel pickup, breakfast, and sunrise views before training on your Segway. A qualified English-speaking guide leads you around Uluru’s full base and into Mutitjulu Waterhole, with cultural stories, geology, flora, and wildlife details. Groups are limited to 12.

“Great teacher of how to operate the segway. Guide was very informative whilst we travelled around the base of Uluru.”

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11.Uluru Tour and Sunset BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 320 reviews · 7 hours · from $230

Travel from Yulara in an air-conditioned coach with an English-speaking guide such as Yad, whose stories bring Uluru’s Anangu traditions to life. Visit the Cultural Centre, take the Mala Walk and Mutitjulu Waterhole walk, then enjoy a barbecue, drinks, and sunset views.

“a fantastic experience. everything was well run and organised. I would recommend it to everyone.”

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12.Best of Uluru – Segway and Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 204 reviews · 4 - 5 hours · from $119

Learn to ride a Segway, then cruise a quarter of Uluru’s base before walking to Mutitjulu Waterhole, Mala caves, Kantju Gorge, and ancient rock art. Small groups of up to 10 travel with English-speaking guides such as Sye, Tori, Brittany, and Thomas.

“Thomas was great. He explained many things to us. Stopped and took photos of us together that we wouldn’t have been able to do otherwise. His way of explaining the geography with sticks and rocks made it seem way to understand and visualise. We loved it.”

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13.Uluru and Kata Tjuta Sunset Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 148 reviews · 36 min · from $318

You’ll fly from Ayers Rock Airport toward Uluru and Kata Tjuta, passing the western face of Kata Tjuta, Walpa Gorge, and the Valley of the Winds. English-speaking pilots such as Cal, George, Emily, Pete, and Tia have provided clear commentary. Hotel pickup, safety briefing, and a 36-minute flight are included.

“Excellent from being picked up safety briefing and the tour itself to being dropped off”

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14.Kata Tjuta: Small Group Sunrise Tour with Picnic Breakfast

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 113 reviews · 5 hours · from $169

Set out before dawn with an English-speaking guide and up to 10 other guests. Watch sunrise over Kata Tjuta, eat a picnic breakfast with plunger coffee, then walk through Walpa Gorge while learning about geology, wildlife, history, and Anangu culture.

“Our original guide did a no show so we just waited but then Michael on 5min notice showed up to save the day. He was brilliant and knowledgeable. A fabulous day.”

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15.Uluru Base Segway Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 112 reviews · 2h 30m · from $133

Learn to ride a Segway, then follow an English-speaking guide around Uluru’s entire base for 150 minutes. Guides such as Hallie, Kyle, Emma, and Nick bring Aboriginal culture, geology, flora, fauna, and European history to life. Audio support is available in six languages.

“Very professionally run. The segways were easy and fun to ride. The perfect way to travel around Uluru. Plenty of stops for interesting info from our guide Nick.”

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