Kings Canyon Day Trip from Ayers Rock
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299 Ratings
Kings Canyon
Discover Kings Canyon from Ayers Rock. Choose between the Rim Walk for stunning views or the Creek Bed Walk for a relaxed experience.
Duration: 13 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Kings Creek Station - Savor breakfast at this operational cattle station!
  • Kings Canyon - Embark on a 6 km hike along the Kings Canyon Rim Walk or opt for a relaxed 45-minute stroll through the Kings Canyon Creek Bed
  • Discovery Resorts - Kings Canyon - Take advantage of free time for lunch (at your own cost) and a swim!
What's Included
  • Pickup and drop off from all hotels within Ayers Rock Resort
  • Travel in an air-conditioned coach
  • Experienced Driver and Guide
  • Breakfast at Kings Creek Station
  • 6 km hike around the Kings Canyon Rim Walk- 3hrs
  • Option of shorter Kings Canyon Creek Bed Walk- 1 hr return
  • Option for a refreshing dip at Kings Canyon Resort Pool
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks other than specified
  • Entry to Watarrka National Park requires a Northern Territory Parks Pass
  • Option to book a helicopter scenic flight while on tour (if you’re doing the Creek Bed Walk)
  • Lunch - Time out for lunch at own expense at Kings Canyon Resort
Additional Information

Embark on a day trip from Ayers Rock (Uluru) to the heart of Australia at Kings Canyon. Visit the traditional outback cattle station at Kings Creek Station and marvel at the stunning scenery of Kings Canyon. For breathtaking views of the vast chasm, hike the steep cliffs on the Rim Walk or take a more leisurely stroll along the canyon floor on the Creek Bed Walk.

Location
Kings Creek Station
Stuart Highway NT
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(299 Ratings)
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Meelit_s
Jun 12, 2024
Glen the guide was excellent - Glen the guide was a very genuine guide. He was happy to share his local knowledge and had a friendly demeanour. He always kept an eye out to make sure everyone was safe and did it in a very professional manner.
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Sue_m
Jun 10, 2024
I could not fault a... - I could not fault a single thing on this trip. The tour guides were very knowledgeable about the history of the area and the scenery was breath taking. The helicopter ride over the Canyon was amazing. I would highly recommend this tour.
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Christine_c
May 25, 2024
Kings Canyon - A must see & do experience when visiting Uluṟu.. Worth the early start & long drive. Thank you Mitch, Michelle & Macca for a great trip.
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David_g
May 21, 2024
Well worth doing! - Steph, our tour guide and the bus driver were excellent. The tour guide was very knowledgeable. The only negative comment was the rim walk could have been a little slower to filly absorb the scenery.
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Shaun_b
Apr 26, 2024
Challenging hike but worth it - It was a long day but Dan and Chloe did an excellent job at informing us and entertaining us throughout the trip. The coach was clean and the ride was smooth. The hike itself reasonably challenging but definitely doable for us and our nearly 12 and 15 year old. We had a bonus stop to see Mt Connor and a salt flat. Definitely worth it.
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Venture49794727091
Apr 21, 2024
Remarkable service & itinerary - The scenery of the Kings Canyon was spectacular. Prior to booking this trip I was concerned about the difficulty of the rim walk. Glen, the tour guide, took safety seriously & he looked after everyone with extreme care, reminding all of us to drink a bit water at a time to avoid dehydration. The tour wouldn’t be so successful without Mike, the driver & co-tour guide. He farewelled us with a big smile after driving the whole long day. This tour totally exceeded my expectations. Well done, Glen & Mike!
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Christopher_s
Mar 28, 2024
Great trip to Kings Canyon - I took the trip and it was fantastic. The very early start time was not a problem as the very comfortable bus allowed good snooze. Just before sunrise we saw wild horses and camels roaming around. The hike through the canyon was fantastic ... views breathtaking. Garden of Eden ... a true miracle in the desert.
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Francolabraca95
Mar 24, 2024
Unbelievable scenery and a truly unforgettable experience worth the price tag. - At first I was hesitant to book this tour due to how expensive it was. Honestly I think a lot of the AAT tours, while great for some people, are a bit overhyped and overpriced if your main goal is to have an active adventure and learn along the way. Though without a guide, often you end up just looking at pretty sights while missing out on the learning. This tour had just the right balance of “touriness” and adventure. Although the drives to and from Kings Canyon were around 3 hours each starting at 4 AM from the resort, there were sufficient stops along the way (a very good and satisfying breakfast buffet stop on the way there at Kings Creek Station, and Kings Canyon Resort lunch and Curtin Spring visit on the way back). Our guides were also regularly telling us stories about the geology, wildlife, plants, and history of the area (after giving us enough time to nap!), which kept things engaging. For me, the guides truly made the difference from this being a great tour to being an unforgettable one. Our driver Dan (and guide for those two did the shorter creek walk) was really entertaining and knowledgeable, and our guide Glen for the rim walk (the one I did) on the canyon was an absolute joy to be around. He was extremely kind and a great source of support during the trip, and his passion and knowledge for the land and its history was infectious! The rim walk hike itself was also one of the most enjoyable walks I’ve ever done due to the level of challenge and the scenery. It has a couple of slightly more challenging parts to keep more experienced hikers entertained, but the majority is accessible to most levels, and even the easier parts are absolutely beautiful, enhanced further by the 5% chance rain we had which created some really rare waterfalls and streams. (Note that if doing this when it’s hot and sunny out, which is most of the time, you will need 3 L of water and good sun protection! And it will NOT look as wet as it is in my photos, even the “Garden of Eden” oasis spot in the center of the canyon.) All in all, this has become my favorite day spent during my 10-day Australia trip by far. Of course definitely also check out Kata Tjuṯa and Uluru too (I did them independently with the audio guide app and hop-on hop-off buses in one day, busy but good enough for me), but the Kings Canyon day trip is not to be missed and is (in my opinion) worth every dollar. If you have to spend money on just one tour while in Uluru, make it this one. Thank you again so much Glen and Dan!!
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Sebastien_v
Feb 26, 2024
An absolute must do! - Michelle (guide) and Franck (driver) were absolutely fantastic to make this big day unforgettable. Full of live memories and invaluable insights/learning (on landscapes, recent and geological history, First people local culture)! The rim walk is physically demanding so listen to very clear guide advices. Absolutely not to be missed though (if your health/age condition permits).
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Rich_c
Jan 15, 2024
Rim hike is awesome once you get up the 500+ rock steps - The rim hike was awesome! We did it on a really hot summer day (105 F/41 C), but early start made it bearable. If you can make it up the first 500 steps, the rest is very enjoyable. Mitch was a great guide
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