Ayers Rock Resort lies at the gateway to Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park, in Australia's Northern Territory. Given its remote location, a resort of world class standards is possibly something you might not have expected to find here in the Outback. Ayers Rock Resort is all that and more.

Nestled behind sand dunes, Ayers Rock Resort lies hidden from view to those visiting the National Park. Indeed, everything about the Resort reflects sensitivity to the environment and respect for the area's traditional Aboriginal owners. Huge sails provide shade, solar panels generate power, native trees flourish throughout - it's an outstanding architectural achievement.

Accommodation at Ayers Rock
You have the choice of different accommodation options at Ayers Rock Resort - Sails in the Desert Hotel, Desert Gardens Hotel, Outback Pioneer Hotel, Emu Walk Apartments and The Lost Camel. There is also Longitude 131°. This luxury tented sanctuary is as far from camping as you can get. As far from anywhere else as you can be. As close as possible to serenity. Rejuvenation for the body. Stimulation for the mind. Liberation for the spirit.

Longitude 131° - Luxurious, eco-sensitive and romantic, Longitude 131° offers immersion in the wilderness of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, complete with 5 star luxury and private views of the sun rising and setting on the Rock.

Sails in the Desert - Named after the soaring white sails that crown its roof, this is Ayers Rock Resort's premier hotel.

Desert Gardens Hotel - Magnificent ghost gums and flowering native shrubs are the setting for this stylish hotel.

Outback Pioneer Hotel - Looking for traditional Australian hospitality? You will find it at Outback Pioneer Hotel with comfortable, affordable hotel rooms.

Emu Walk Apartments - Sheltered behind gardens of native trees and forming a walkway through the heart of the Resort is an avenue of terraced, fully serviced apartments.

Dining

The Centre's attractions are a feast for all the senses. your tastebuds are no exception. From gourmet dining under a desert sky to grilling a barramundi steak on our cook-your-own barbeque, you'll discover that every taste and budget is catered for. At Ayers Rock Resort, guests have more than ten dining options to select from, no matter which accommodation you have chosen.

Kuniya Restaurant - Ayers Rock Resort's premiere dining venue, offers an elegant, fine dining experience in a beautiful setting. Situated at the five-star Sails in the Desert Hotel, Kuniya incorporates a blend of traditional and contemporary ingredients, letting the guest experience the tastes of indigenous foods within a sophisticated and varied menu. The restaurant's wine list reflects its Australian heritage and the service is both discerning and personalised. Kuniya is open each evening from 6.30pm.

Whitegums Restaurant - Desert Gardens Hotel is home to the popular Whitegums Restaurant which offers both a sumptuous buffet-style option and a delicious á la carte flamegrill menu. The restaurant's open and relaxed setting offers great vegetarian and Northern Territory delicacies. The à la carte restaurant is open for dinner from 6.00pm. The buffet is open for breakfast and dinner from 6.00am to 10.30am and 6.00pm to 10.00pm respectively.

Conferences

Ayers Rock Resort offers the best of modern facilities complementing the wonders of a living cultural landscape, and the unique opportunity to mix important business with an awe-inspiring natural backdrop. Enjoy the comfort of the five-star Sails In The Desert Hotel with its impeccable service, style and facilities. The Resort's award-winning conference facility - the Uluru Meeting Place - offers everything needed to drive home your corporate message.

A dazzling choice of special events and activities can be designed. From black-tie to BBQ, Harley Davidson to helicopter, dot painting to desert walks, there's something for everyone. Welcome your group poolside at Sails in the Desert, in the company of magnificent Ghost Gums and chattering Galahs.

Experience an exclusive Sounds of Silence dinner, travelling to a secluded sand dune to watch and listen as a lone didgeridoo player farewells the setting sun over Uluru and Kata Tjuta. Savour the culinary delights of a gourmet BBQ. Stare in awe at the southern night sky as our resident astronomer explains the constellations, pointing out your company logo in sparkling heavens.

Experiences not to be missed

Tali Wiru - Catering for only a maximum 20 guests Tali Wiru is a unique experience like no other and is ideal for those clients looking for an intimate dining experience under the outback Sky. 'Tali Wiru', meaning beautiful dune in local Anangu language, encapsulates the magic of fine dining under the Southern Desert sky. Instead of walls, this open-air restaurant has magnificent views of Uluru and the distant domes of Kata Tjuta, and for music there's the stillness of the desert at night and the classic sounds of the didgeridoo. Relax with Champagne and canapés around a firepit while you watch the sun set. As day turns to night, stroll to the top of the dune for a table d'hote four-course dinner, matched with premium Australian wines. The contrast between the spectacular natural setting and the world-class gastronomic adventure on your plate is simply awe-inspiring. Tali Wiru is so much more than a dining experience; it's a night you will remember for the rest of your life. After dinner, a local storyteller will captivate you with stories of Aboriginal history, language, spirituality, land and culture. (Children 12 years and under not catered for).

Sounds of Silence - dining experience is a must do for all visitors to Ayers Rock Resort. Entered into the Australian Tourism Hall of Fame, Sounds of Silence is a truly unique outback experience - this is the best of the Red Centre distilled into four magic hours. A special location is chosen and guests are escorted shortly before sundown in the desert. A didgeridoo echoes across the magical landscape as diners enjoy their canapés. Witness the spectacular sunset and feast on Northern Territory delights, including barramundi, kangaroo, emu, crocodile, bush salads, and classic Australian deserts.

Helicopter Flight - one of the best ways to explore the Red Centre and experience magnificent views of Uluru (Ayers Rock) is from the air on a helicopter flight. Enjoy a scenic flight by helicopter and take in the awesome spectacle of the huge monolith as you fly around Ayers Rock (Uluru). You will be able to take photos that you will treasure forever. The flight time is approximately 12-15 minutes. Includes free air-conditioned bus transfers to and from Ayers Rock Resort and informative pilot commentary (different languages also available).

Harley Davidson Ride - imagine seeing the magnificence of Uluru (Ayers Rock) for the first time from the back of a late model Heritage Softail Harley Davidson. Feel the freedom and exhilaration that only this type of touring can generate as you absorb the atmosphere and sense of wonder that is the Red Centre with one of the Uluru Motorcycle Tours expert riders. Tours operate throughout the day and include Sunrise and Sunset tours out to Uluru (Ayers Rock) and/or Kata Tjuta (the Olgas). Bookings: made through your hotel tour desk or the Tour and Information Centre located at the Resort Shopping Centre.

Mt Connor Safari - the third of the great monoliths, is 100 kilometres east of Uluru and on the western fringe of the vast cattle station, Curtin Springs. As the tour follows the stations 4wd tracks, you will discover vast salt lakes that are remnants of ancient inland oceans, examine fossilized remains of the oldest life forms on earth, but best of all, experience Australia's rugged outback.

Desert Awakenings - travel off the beaten path before sunrise by 4WD, away from other groups, to an exclusive and beautiful location with magnificent views across the desert to Uluru and Kata Tjuta. This special adventure is an experiential tour designed to give a small, exclusive group the chance to gain genuine insight into this remote and beautiful region. You'll set out just before sunrise. The morning stars are out as the billy boils and you settle atop your sand dune. All that surrounds you inspires, and the tranquillity of silence lies over everything.

Cave Hill - in a unique partnership between Odyssey Tours and Safaris and Desert Tracks, you can experience an intimate 4x4 tour visiting Cave Hill. For thousands of years the Traditional Owners of Cave Hill have nurtured a deep and spiritual bond with their land. Travelling from Ayers Rock Resort in a custom-built luxury 4WD, through the Central Australian Desert and across the border into South Australia, this unique journey will introduce you to an ancient chapter of the Seven Sisters creation story.

Camel Tour - either Camel to Sunrise or Camel to Sunset available. Another great way to explore the great Central Australian desert is from the back of a camel. Travelling through the desert at a slow relaxed pace with a guide pointing out wildlife and plant life, telling anecdotal stories of life in this region and all the while with the most breathtaking view of Uluru (Ayers Rock)! Frontier Camel tours offer a number of tours through this area including sunrise and sunset tours, and the new 'wagon' tour for guests who may not be inclined to climb atop a camel but still want to experience their oddly graceful manner and unique character.

• Uluru to Cairns - 1786km
• Uluru to Sydney - 2174km
• Uluru to Alice Springs - 465km (a one-hour flight or 4.5 hours driving on sealed road).
• Uluru to Kings Canyon - 306km (about 3½ hours drive from either Ayers Rock Resort or Alice Springs)

Complimentary coach transfers from Ayers Rock (Conellan) Airport to Ayers Rock Resort for all guests. A complimentary shuttle bus service is also available for transport within the Resort.

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