Tali Wiru Dinner - YULARA

We were fortunate to stay at the Outback Pioneer Lodge, which provided air conditioning, and enjoyed five-star dinners accompanied by cold beer and fine wine at the restaurant. We also visited the Aboriginal cultural center, where we booked a tour with an Aboriginal guide. His stories about Uluru and its history were captivating and truly enriching. In respect of the traditional owners, we chose not to climb Uluru. Instead, we rented a car and drove to the lookouts at sunrise and sunset to capture the breathtaking views. Despite dealing with an abundance of flies that required us to wear head nets, it didn't dampen our spirits. Every moment of this adventure was profound and unforgettable. A trip to Australia wouldn't be complete without experiencing the outback and connecting with the culture surrounding Uluru.

I highly recommend the Mala walk, where a ranger guides you and shares fascinating stories and historical insights about Uluru. It takes place every day at 10 a.m. at the car park meeting point. As for the Olgas, there are two routes to consider: - The Walpa Gorge is relatively easy and short, plus it features a great sunset viewing area nearby. - The Valley of the Winds walk, however, presents some challenging sections but is manageable for most people. (Be sure to check out the accompanying photo with the route.) I would definitely recommend visiting!

Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park is stunning and breathtaking. While there are no physical barriers preventing you from climbing Uluru, I urge you to show respect and refrain from doing so, as it is a sacred site for the Indigenous people. Kata Tjuta is impressive in size, and although it seems that fewer people visit it compared to Uluru, it is definitely worth exploring the Olgas.

Three days proved to be a little less to enjoy all that this park has to offer. We witnessed dramatically different sunsets and sunrises in just three days. Be sure to start with the cultural centre and pick up the trekking maps. Google maps is not accurate. Get the park tickets online.

Such a special place in Central Australia. Take the time to read the signs around the rock that tell some of the stories and history of Uluru. The walks are all spectacular. If you're there at the right time you might get to see it raining on the rock amazing!