Frequently asked questions

Our trips depart between April and September each walking season. Please refer to our booking calendar for dates. 

Of an evening, guests retreat to private lodgings deep inside the World-Heritage listed Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa National Park. Each accommodation has been designed to closely complement and consider the surrounds, while providing exceptional comfort for weary walkers.

Camp One, where guests stay on night one, offers stunning vistas and comfortable facilities including flushing toilets, warm showers, and cosy beds under canvas. Camp Two, where guests stay on night two, offers elevated comfort with foot spas and a lookout platform that invites sweeping views of the surrounds. At both camps you have the option to sleep in canvas tents that offer cosy beds and space to stand or choose to snooze outside in a swag under the stars, then dream of more incredible moments to come.

Night three and four at our Private Lodge will further boost relaxation levels: the lodge includes a wellness centre where guests can book massages and refresh in the plunge tank with views out to Uluru. Communal spaces and bedrooms have been thoughtfully designed and meticulously crafted to amplify the surrounding scenes and touch the ground lightly.  

One of the many great aspects of the Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa Signature Walk is that we stay at our accommodations every night so there’s no need to carry a heavy pack.  Your daypack should weigh no more than 5kg.

All you need to carry while walking is:

> drink bottle or water bladder (we recommend a minimum of three litres)
> rain jacket
> lunch and snacks for the day
> a device to capture photos (optional)

Our expert guides carry everything else needed while walking and the rest of your luggage will be transported between accommodations in the duffel bags provided.

We strongly recommend travel insurance. Consideration needs to be given to our cancellation policy, injury, evacuation, delayed flights, illness, etc. Please see our Booking Terms & Conditions for details and contact us if you have any questions. 

Uluṟu and its surrounds must be seen to be believed, and as a result is one of the most photographed places in the world. The Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa National Park offers countless photo opportunities and while it can be tempting to capture every moment, it's important to respect cultural guidelines along the way. Some sites we visit hold particularly deep significance to the Anangu people, and they request no photography or filming take place in these areas. At these sites, we encourage you to set aside your devices and consciously participate in the natural and cultural beauty that surrounds you. 

Please refer to Parks Australia Photography Guidelines. 

Mobile phone coverage throughout the journey is limited, with some areas having little to no reception. While you may get signal in certain spots, we recommend switching your phone to airplane mode to conserve battery, especially if you plan to take photos. Our guides carry satellite phones with full coverage for emergencies only, and they are not available for personal use. 

We do have ports for charging phones and cameras at Camp One and Camp Two communal spaces, and in the bedrooms at the Lodge (night 3 & 4), but please bring a charger and lead with you. International guests should bring adapters for their devices to suit Australian plugs. 

Every trip has three experienced guides. Two guides walk with guests during the day, and an additional guide remains back at our accommodation. This allows our guests plenty of opportunities to rest, take photos and walk at your own pace.

We only operate trips along the Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa Trail in Australia’s winter months to take advantage of the best climatic conditions for walking in this part of the country. The average temperature between May and August is generally between 18 degrees C and 25 degrees C during the day and between -4 and 15 overnight. Rain is not highly likely, but you still need to be prepared for all weather conditions. There can often be a chilly breeze on the trails, especially on the ridgelines and dune summits.  

Guests will be emailed a comprehensive packing list well before the trip departs.

We only carry essentials in a daypack while walking and your other medium size bag will be transported to each camp and lodge along the way. Any luggage or items that aren’t required for the trip will need to remain at your hotel until collection at the end of the walk. On return from the walk, we arrive back at Yulara at approximately 12.00pm.  

Information will be emailed to guests well before their departure date.  

The Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa Signature Walk has been developed in close collaboration with Aṉangu Traditional Owners, the Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa Board of Management and Parks Australia to ensure it respects and honours the cultural and environmental significance of the area.

Tasmanian Walking Company’s initial submission in 2015 responded to Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa National Park’s call for "Big Ideas" for tourism opportunities. Considering the cultural significance of walking, the Park's unique values, and collaboration with the local community, we proposed a multi-day in-park walking experience. After concept acceptance, we spent extensive time visiting and engaging, presenting and connecting with the local Aṉangu community.

We work with a Steering Committee of Aṉangu and have completed Federal environmental approval under the EPBC Act. If you would like to learn more about our planning and consultation process, management plans are available to view here.