Uluru

Uluru is made of sandstone about half a billion years old. It stands 348 metres high and has a circumference of 9.4 km.
For the Anangu people, Uluru is inseparable from Tjukurpa, or traditional law.Leia mais
Guided walk

Our guided walk started in the Mala carpark and went to Kantju Gorge.
We walked around the edge of the Rock and viewed caves where the Mala people camped when they first arrived at Uluru. ILeia mais
Uluru

Our guide was quite good but a little repetitive, he had an interesting way of describing the stories of his people including some about his own family.
To me the Rock is more impressive from aLeia mais
Morning Tea at the Rock

The tour took just over 2 hours but it was only a 15 min walk back to the Motorhome.
The Rock is a mighty structure and deserved a "cheers" so morning tea was a necessity. Having the Motorhome meansLeia mais
Driving to the Olga's

My turn to drive. John needed a rest as his knee is swollen and sore from driving and walking.
Kata Tjuta coming into View

The Olgas, now known as Kata Tjuta, is a group of impressive domes made up of 36 formations.
Kata Tjuta is Pitjantjatjara meaning 'many heads'. This area is an Anangu men's site and is sacred underLeia mais
Lunch time at the Olga 's

The drive was only 40 min from Uluru to the Olga's but it was time for lunch. We are certainly making the most of the convenience of the Motorhome.
Kata Tjuta Northern Territory

The Valley of the Winds walk lets you immerse yourself among Kata Tjuta’s domes.
Karu Lookout

We walked to Karu Lookout in the Valley of the Wind which is one of the shortest walks and took 1 hour. The walk whilst not difficult was steep and rocky in places unlike Uluru which was a very easyLeia mais
Ice cream Time

As you do, ice cream with the Olgas in the background.
Time to Leave

Our excursions for the day are over, so time to drive back to the campground.
Back at the campground

Another interesting day, learning lots of things about days gone past and visiting iconic bucket list places in Australia.
Now back at the campground for cheese and crackers while the washingLeia mais
Sunset at Uluru

A quick walk to a small peak in the campground to take photos of the Rock as it changes colour from the Sunset. Whilst the sun does not set over Uluru you can see the colour changes as the sun sets.Leia mais
Leaving Uluru

Another part of our adventures over. We really enjoyed Uluru.
On the road at 8am this morning so that we can arrive at Kings Canyon in time to do the Rim Walk. John will be driving first.
Driving to Kings Canyon

The drive is around 3 to 4 hours along Lasseter's Highway and Luritja Road . So more long straight roads.
Still Driving

My turn to drive after John's 50 min drive. The roads still straight and dare I say boring. The landscape is all looking the same. As I drive to Kings Canyon the road did narrow a little but still theLeia mais
Still Driving

20 km from the Canyon there must have been a lightning strike recently as the trees and spinifex grasses have been burnt and you could still smell the fire ashes.
Kings Canyon

We have arrived at Kings Canyon.
Kings Canyon Rim Walk

Now for the 6 km 3 to 4 hours grade 4 walk.
The landscape of rugged ranges, rock holes and gorges which act as a refuge for many plants and animals and the red canyon walls which soar 100m aboveLeia mais
Walk 500 Steps

We made it up the 500 steps, it was hard work and only the start of the walk.
Not required for the Hopwood's

Rim Walk

Only 1 hour in, 2 to 3 to go.
Still walking

A few more hours into the walk, the walk is a lot easier but still rugged.
Cottrill Bridge

Too far to turn back now.
Garden Of Eden

Yeah more steps, these are timber not sure they are any better than climbing over the rocks.