1 minute read
About
Welcome to The Red Centre
The heart of Central Australia, affectionately known as the Red Centre is famous for its colourful landscapes and contrasting colours. Cobalt blue skies shroud rich red rocks and mountain ranges that stretch uninterrupted for hundreds of kilometres. Alice Springs is a spirited outback town with a strong sense of its pioneering history. In the late 1800’s and early 1900’s, only the most intrepid pioneers braved its rugged environment to form a settlement. They included Afghan cameleers and gold prospectors, later followed by the Telegraph Station which linked Alice Springs to the rest of Australia. Kings Canyon is along a detour between Alice Springs and Uluru. Climb to the top of the rim and view the towering red cliffs with thick tropical palms at the base of the canyon. Allow around four hours to walk the entire canyon rim so you can take in the views at each point. Yulara is 450kms from Alice Springs and is the base for anyone wanting to see Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kata Tjuta (The Olgas). With a mix of accommodation styles, from world class luxury, to self-contained apartments, to simple and budget-friendly, there’s something to suit everyone. Uluru and Kata Tjuta are just a short drive or coach trip from Yulara, with tours taking in sunrise, sunset, guided walks and plenty of cultural experiences. Pre-book all touring to ensure you’re fitting in the most possible during your stay.
Advertisement
Weather
Being the desert, prepare for hot days and frosty nights. Many tours are planned for mornings or evenings so you’re out of the sun in the middle of the day – perfect for a siesta! December to February sees temperatures up to 40°C and 20°C at night with a bit of rain around January. Winter (June to August) sees night time temperatures below zero and some frost, so be sure to pack a coat and beanie for any sunrise tours, while the days heat up to around 20 degrees. Autumn and Spring are the most popular times of year with cool mornings and days around the high twenties.
