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Alice Springs to Uluru: a 7-day road trip on the Red Centre Way
Tour the iconic Red Centre Way, where freshwater swimming holes and ancient rock formations punctuate the desert landscape.
Trip Overview
7 days
Car
1,363km (846mi)
Need to know
- A Mereenie Loop Permit is required
- Purchase a park pass online to enter national parks
- Look out for closed roads during the wet season (November to April)
Day 1: Alice Springs
Start your outback adventure exploring Alice Springs – the beating heart of the Red Centre – and its unique outback experiences.
Day 2: Alice Springs and the West Macs
2hrs
180km (112mi)
Enjoy a leisurely morning in Alice Springs before taking a day trip to the jaw-dropping natural wonders of the West MacDonnell Ranges/Toritja.
Day 3: Alice Springs to Kings Canyon
3.5hrs
332km (206mi)
Pack your swimming costume and set your vehicle to 4WD mode; today you’re waterhole hopping along the mighty Mereenie Loop.
Day 4: Kings Canyon and Watarrka
1hrs
80km (50mi)
Discover rich Aboriginal culture, taste native ingredients and absorb the jaw-dropping landscape of Kings Canyon and Watarrka National Park.
Day 5: Kings Canyon to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
Today, drive to Uluru-Kata Tjuta – an icon of Australia. Spend your first day exploring the natural wonder of Kata Tjuta, meaning “many heads”.
Day 6: Uluru
Today, the world’s largest sandstone monolith is calling. Experience the wonder of Uluru and the fascinating culture of the local Anangu people.
Day 7: Uluru to Alice Springs
5hrs
468km (291mi)
Begin the journey back to Alice Springs, stopping at ancient natural landmarks along the route.
