Australia's red centre
The Australian Outback is much more than a vast, arid hinterland within the inner regions of the country down under. There is both an extraordinary physical beauty, exquisite in its isolation, as well as a tangible spiritual energy that binds together the land and the people.
It is a place filled with stories, myths and legends, a remote wilderness that encourages the exploration of both the landscape and the soul. The sand and stone are the colours of fiery ochre, dominant amongst the greens and browns of the sometimes sparse vegetation. Golden sunsets illuminate rivers that course through great canyons, arrow straight road vanish into the heat haze on the horizon, with the immense landscape dotted with national parks and spiritual landmarks, none more recognisable than Uluru, a towering red monolith in the heart of the Northern Territory.
With an ancient past steeped in history and lore, it is a bastion of mystical energy and a cultural landmark of sacred significance to the First Nations people. Guides who are tasked with curating this epic sandstone will be able to tell you narratives of the Dreamtime, the indigenous’ understanding of the world and its many tales of the Ancestor Beings.
The great smooth sides of the rock often hide small pools of water and great crevasses in its natural visage. The huge domed summit can be seen from miles around, stark against the surrounding flatlands and bush. Changing colour under different lights, from deep purple to a bright red, it embodies the surreal world and magical connection of the Outback.
Highlights
Follow the aboriginal footsteps as you walk around Uluru, learning all about its history and significance
With the blanket of darkness, marvel at the Field of Lights. Created by famous artist Bruce Munro, the instillation has 50,000 lights of all different colours
Walk around Kata Tjuṯa, meaning ‘many heads’, a group of large rocks that hold significant sacred value to the First Nations people
Charlie Morris
Travel Designer
Uluru really earns its iconic status, and is somehow more impressive in person. Learning about its rich significance, and feeling the spiritual charge of the land is indescribable.
Charlie Morris
Travel Designer
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When to visit
The best time to visit Uluru and the Outback is between April and October. The weather is cooler, making it easier and safer to walk, and the colours of the rock are more vibrant.
Cooler Weather
April - October
Peak Season
June - September
Hot Weather
November - March
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From the time we got off the plane until we hide a fabulous stress free time. Our tour guide took us on a tour of Sydney followed by stunning visages of the southern highlands. We then flew to the outback for breathtaking sunrise/ sunsets. A final stop in the Daintree rain forest for some snorkeling and revitalizing spa treatment topped…
An incredible one-in-a-lifetime experience!! Thank you Jacada Travel for putting together the best trip ever!!
The trips was an amazing overview of Australia! We traveled to Sydney, Uluru, the Daintree Rainforest and Lizard Island. Each place had uniqueness that made it memorable. We especially loved the glamping in Uluru and the "private jet" to Lizard Island. The accommodations were fantastic and the care that Jacada offered made this trip quite special.
Ellie has done a fabulous job listening to our interests, needs, wants and desires in customizing our Australia/Tasmania/New Zealand itinerary. She has put together a spectacular trip for us. I would highly recommend Ellie and Jacada for your travel needs.
Ellie and Gita planned an amazing adventure in Australia for my sister and I. The accommodations were great, all transfers seamless, and the itinerary covered everything I wanted. The attention to detail was exceptional. Thank you.
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