Uluru National Park GuideIndependent guide · Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa National Park
Visitors at the Uluru sunrise viewing area in July

Plan

Uluṟu without a car

You do not need to drive to see the best of Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa. Here is how to plan a car-free visit.

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Yulara is compact and walkable, and a free resort shuttle loops between the hotels, campground and town square. To get into the park, you need a shuttle service or tour.

Your options

  • Airport shuttle: free transfers meet flights.
  • Park shuttles: hop-on services to Uluṟu, the Cultural Centre and sunrise/sunset viewing areas (check current operators and timetables).
  • Tours: sunrise, sunset, Kata Tjuṯa and guided walk tours collect from all hotels. See tours.
  • Bikes: hire bikes at the Cultural Centre to ride the Base Walk.

A car-free two-day plan

  • Day 1: Arrive, afternoon tour to the Cultural Centre and Uluṟu sunset.
  • Day 2: Sunrise and Kata Tjuṯa tour; afternoon rest; Field of Light in the evening.
  • Day 3 (optional): Sunrise base walk tour, then depart.
View of Uluru from the Naninga Lookout in Yulara
Uluṟu from a lookout in Yulara — reachable on foot. Photo: lulugal0870 / CC BY-SA 2.0

Money-saving tips

  • Combine sunrise and Kata Tjuṯa in one tour.
  • Walk to the Yulara lookouts for free sunset views.
  • Buy your park pass online if it is not included in your tour.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a shuttle to Uluru?

Yes. Shuttle services run from Yulara to Uluṟu and the viewing areas, alongside many tours.

Can you walk from Yulara to Uluru?

No. It is about 20 km and walking along the road is not practical or safe.