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| Yulara | ||
| Country | Australia | |
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| Residents | 1.099 (2016) | |
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| Tourist info web | http://www.ayersrockresort.com.au | |
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Yulara, internationally too Ayers Rock Resort called, the tourism resort is on Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park in the Northern Territory of Australia. It has been used by the Aboriginal people for several years Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia operated. All accommodations, cafes, restaurants and shops belong to the resort and the company, only the bank and post office are independent.
background
In the early 1970s, an airstrip and several hotels had settled near the monolith, which was then still known as Ayers Rock. Growing uncontrollably, they had a significant impact on nature and the environment, so another option was sought and found: a settlement outside the national park, built according to modern standards. In 1984, most of the buildings in Yulara were finished and operational. At the same time, operations began at the newly built Connellan Airport.
getting there
By plane
With Qantas and QantasLink, the Connellan Airport from Alice Springs, Cairns and Sydney be flown to. The transfer from the airport to the resort by shuttle bus is usually included in the flight / hotel ticket.
By train
The train The Ghan stops in on its journey from Adelaide to Darwin and vice versa Alice Springs. From there, continue by plane or by road.
By bus
There is a regular bus transfer between Alice Springs (departure early in the morning) and Yulara (departure noon) and costs from 120 AUD. Greyhound buses only drive to Alice Springs.
In the street
From Alice Springs it's over the Stuart Highway and the Lasseter Highway to Yulara about 450 kilometers, the route can easily be traveled by car or camper. It's 1,600 km from Adelaide in the south.
mobility
Dynamic cardsWithin Yulara, the accommodations and resort facilities (including Camelfarm) are arranged around a loop of the road. A free shuttle bus runs clockwise (10:30 am to shortly after midnight, every 20 minutes). There are also footpaths between the individual hotels and facilities regardless of the street and across the complex. B. 10 minutes from the Desert Garden Hotel and 15-20 minutes from the campsite.
From Yulara there are shuttles to Uluru and the Kata Tjutas, for example the Uluru Express (Cost of return ticket to Uluru 50 AUD for adults, 30 AUD for children, to Kata Tjutas 80/45 AUD) or alternatively AAT Kings. There are also 2 or 3 day passes for 155 or 170 AUD and other offers. Attention: These prices include Not entry to the national park!
Several car rental companies have offices at the airport and in the resort and offer normal and all-wheel drive vehicles. Due to the limited number, it is advisable to reserve a vehicle in advance, and bookings from Europe are often cheaper than directly on site. Attention: Note the number of free kilometers, the one-way route to the Kata Tjutas is already 50 km, so 100 free kilometers can quickly become narrow. The roads between the airport, the resort, Uluru and Kata Tjuta are paved and in good condition. Beware of wild animals at dusk! Nocturnal drives in the national park are not possible because it is then closed.
Tourist Attractions
The main attraction is of course Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park with Uluru 24km away and Kata Tjuta about 50km away. In addition, various activities are possible in Yulara itself.
activities
The resort offers a number of free activities at:
- Morning tours of the gardens of two of the hotels
- Local produce market
- Dance performance - with guest participation
- Training of bush skills such as javelin and boomerang throwing
More options:
- Go on guided or your own hiking tours on Uluru and Kata Tjuta, maps and information material are available in the visitor center in the resort or in the Culture Center on Uluru, paths are very well maintained and signposted
- In the resort there are several viewing hills that can be reached with short footpaths (15-30 minutes), with a flashlight and explored beforehand, this is also possible at night
- stroll through the small village center, hang out by the pool
shop
There is a supermarket in the center of the village, the prices of which are surprisingly normal and the offer is very extensive. There is also an art gallery with works by local Aborigines and various souvenir shops. Drinks and snacks can also be purchased at the petrol station, and there is a kiosk on the campsite.
kitchen
The catering facilities in the resort belong to the company, just like all the accommodations Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia, this has advantages and disadvantages. On the one hand, you can very easily eat out in a restaurant in another hotel and still have it booked in the room in your own hotel. On the other hand, there is no competition among each other, which is reflected in the prices.
in the village center:
- Red Rock Deli. Cafe / bistro, also breakfast snacks.
- Gecko's takeaway. Burgers and fries, not open all year round.
- Gecko's Café. Pizza and pasta, coffee and small snacks, children's dishes.Open: Open for lunch and dinner.
- Ayers Wok Noodle Bar. Take-away Asian noodle dishes.
at the Outback Pioneer
- Outback Pioneer Kitchen. cheaper pizzas, burgers, sandwiches, salads, open for lunch and dinner.
- Pioneer BBQ and Bar. Preheated grills invite you to grill your own steak, which you order in advance at the bar.
- Bough House Restaurant. Breakfast, lunch and dinner also offer typical "Bush Tucker".Open: open as needed.
at the Desert Garden:
- Arnguli Grill. Small restaurant, daily menus with variations, also children's dishes available.
- Bunya bar. Cafe and bar with light meals and cocktails.Open: open every day.
- White Gums Restaurant. Extensive breakfast buffet for 36 AUD per person, lunch and dinner restaurant in the upper price range, reservations recommended.
at Sails in the Desert
- Pira pool bar. Snacks, steaks, burgers, cocktails.Open: normally open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., longer if required.
- Walpa Lobby Bar. Coffee and cake, small lunches / dinners,Open: open late every day.
- Ilkari restaurant. Breakfast with egg and pancake service (preparation at your own request), high-priced restaurant with an extensive lunch and dinner menu, reservations recommended.
The restaurants are fully licensed and offer Australian and international wines, beers and spirits. The cafes and take-aways do not have a license, also no BYO.
Event gastronomy, advance bookings are absolutely necessary:
- Mayu a la carte dining. first class a la carte dinner at the Sails in the Desert Hotel.Open: Fridays and Saturdays only.
- Sound of Silence Dinner. Famous sunset dinner on Uluru, around AUD 160 pp, sparkling wine and canapes on a dune during sunset (Uluru around 10 km away), afterwards eight tables in the open air, BBQ from the buffet, Australian wines, live didgeridoo music, English-language explanation of the constellations , Total duration 4 hours. Warning: a beetle can fly into your food.
- Tali Wiru. Also a sunset dinner on Uluru, but more intimate at small tables and with a fine selection of food and drinks, approx. 300 AUD.
- Desert Awakenings. Sunrise breakfast at Uluru / Kata Tjuta, approximately 160 AUD.
nightlife
The resort's bottleshop is the bar at Outback Pioneer. To buy alcohol you have to show your room key. According to an agreement with the Anangu (local Aborigines), no alcohol is served to their members and may not be passed on to them by the travelers.
Nightlife is rather quiet, with many travelers either at sunset or going to bed early to get up early for sunrise. The Outback Pioneer is the liveliest place where there is also live music from time to time.
accommodation
The following accommodation options are available in the resort itself:
- Ayers Rock Campground - Cabins with max. 6 beds: 150 AUD / cabin, parking space with electricity 41 AUD / without 37 AUD with 1-2 people, each additional person 17 / 15.50 AUD, children from 6 to 15 years 9.50 AUD, children Children under 6 are free, there are also family, group and multi-day tariffs
- Outback Pioneer Lodge. Price: AUD 38.00 (20 bed dorm).- Quadruple rooms possible
- Outback Pioneer Hotel - Inexpensive hotel, rooms with and without bath from around AUD 200
- Emu Walk Apartments - with one (max. 4 people) or two (max. 6 people) bedrooms, separate living area and fully equipped kitchen, from 340 AUD in summer and 380 AUD in winter for 2 people in a small apartment and 440 AUD / 480 AUD for 4 People in the large apartment, extra people are $ 50 extra, children under 12 are free
- Desert Gardens Hotel - 4 1/2 star hotel, standard room for 2 people 340/380 AUD for 1 night in summer / winter to 714/798 AUD for 3 nights, comfort room from 400/440 AUD, comfort room with Uluru view from 440/480 AUD . Wheelchair-accessible rooms can also be booked here.
- Sails in the desert - 5 star hotel with standard and superior rooms as well as suites, the latter from 900 AUD per night
- The luxury accommodation is a bit outside the normal resort area and closer to the national park Longitude 131 ° - 15 tent-like suites with all inclusive service, own restaurant and pool, from 1,100 AUD per night and room.
Learn
- Dot painting workshop (Mornings at the resort, afternoons at the Culture Center at Uluru). Painting workshop with local artists in the dot-and-dot style of the Aborigines.Price: Adult 69 AUD, Child 35 AUD, Family (2 adults 2K) 195 AUD.
Work
security
health
The resort is very safe, it has its own police station, medical center and fire station.
Practical advice
There is an Australian post office in the center of the village and the ATM is right next to it. Internet access is available in some hotels for a fee.
trips
Excursions are organized by the resort (booking at the hotel or at the visitor center), the Aboriginal community (booking at the Culture Center) or z. B. AAT Kings offered:
- Event catering in the resort or in the open air (see under kitchen)
- Camel tours at sunrise or sunset or just for fun, camel station in the resort, from 75 AUD
- Flights by helicopter or small airplane with different times (15 minutes to 2 hours) and distances (hopping to Uluru or sightseeing flight to King Canyon or Mount Connor), accordingly the prices also go from 100 to 1,000 AUD. Booking at the resort also includes the transfer between the hotel and the airport. Attention: Flights cannot be booked at times of sunset or sunrise.
- Guided hiking tours on Uluru or in Kata Tjuta at different times of the day and with different themes
- Sky journeys, guided night hikes close to the resort with explanations of the constellations, also suitable for children
literature
Web links
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