Travelling to Ayers Rock, South Australia?
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Northern Territory’s massive sandstone monolith Ayers Rock was first named Uluru by the local indigenous people before the surveyor William Gosse named it after the South Australia Chief Secretary Henry Ayers. This famous postcard-worthy landmark is one of the country’s most famous tourist icons.
If you are planning a trip to Ayers Rock and are working on a budget, here are some tips on how you can save some money. One expense you will not be able to avoid is the mandatory $25 charge to get into Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park which everyone has to pay. However, there are other ways that you can save money on your trip and still have a fantastic time.
When Will You Travel to Ayers Rock, Australia?
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The most popular time of year to visit Ayers Rock is during the months of May and September, as the weather is cooler at this time of year. As the weather is more comfortable, tourist numbers also increase at these times, so you may wish to consider travelling during the low season, as you may be able to get more deals on everything from your accommodation, travel, and also food.
December and January will often see massive discounts on Ayers Rock accommodation. The only drawback is, it is very hot at this time of year.
Decide On Your Transport
You will need to look at the different modes of transport on offer and work out what the best one will be to help you to save money. You can get a flight directly to Ayers Rock which is convenient, but not necessarily the cheapest option. If there are a few of you travelling you could look at hiring a vehicle and driving there, which could work out much cheaper to do than flying.
Where Will You Stay while visiting Ayers Rock?
When you are visiting Ayers Rock, you are very limited with accommodation options. The Ayers Rock Hotel has luxurious facilities but is expensive, unless travelling in December or January.
You could opt to stay in the Yulara campground which is outside of the national park. They have camping facilities charged at $32 per person, per night, or you can rent a cabin for $180 per night, an excellent way to save money if you have 5 or 6 people travelling together. If you are driving, you can even camp at the roadside stop which is 40km away from Ayers Rock for free.
There will be a ban on climbing the rock coming into effect on the 26th of October, 2019.
Bring Your Own Food
Another option when you drive to Ayers Rock is being able to bring all of your food with you, which will allow you to fill up on supplies in the big city where prices are lower. There is a store to get groceries from when visiting Ayers Rock and you will be able to stock up on the essentials there such as milk and bread and other perishable items. Invest in an ice book for all of the food which needs to be kept fresh, and you will be able to use the BBQ facilities at the camping sites that you visit along the way.
Although you may wish to save money, make sure that you spend enough time to explore this beautiful sacred site. Although there is a no ban stopping a person climbing the rock, it is advised not to do so to respect the local people and their customs.
Have fun exploring the nature’s beauty!
Happy Travelling,
Team #FOTW
This was one useful Post for those planning to visit Australia. Will keep it bookmarked for future reference
Looks like a great place to visit. Thanks for sharing the tips to save some bucks while visiting Ayers rock.
The image of the rock definitely makes it look very impressive and mysterious. Definitely seems to be an interesting place to visit. Good post.
Ayers Rock, sounds interesting! Nice tips Chandresh.
Great write up with clear details and the place looks spectacular. Good work indeed.
Hey, this is a useful post. I visited Sydney this March but didn’t find time to explore the rest of the country. Added it to my travel list!
This rock reminded me of the rock in Moana!
Travelling on budget isn’t too difficult if we had it planned and sorted out well in advance. Your tips will definitely help.
This is such a beautiful place. Australia is a land of such varied landscapes.
Contemplating visiting Australia next year. Sure would keep in mind the pointers provided here for a pocket friendly enjoyable trip to Ayers rock.
Australia is my dream destination. I want to explore every part of the country. You have shared some great information on Ayer’s rock. From its history to how it can be managed in a budget. Which are the mandatory expenses and on which things we can save. This post is really helpful for people like me.
Looks like the ultimate wild adventure. Australia is on my to visit places. Happy Alexa month
Wow! I have always loved gazing at this huge rock and wonder how it must feel standing on top of it and looking around at the vast landscape! Need to put Australia on my list of places to visit before I die!I do have a cousin there and a couple friends, too!:)
Wow! I have always loved gazing at this huge rock and wondered how it would be, climbing to the top and looking down at the vast landscape around! Superb shot and of course, have heard so much about Australia from my friends and cousin. Hope to visit it someday! 🙂
I would bookmark this post. When I plan for Aussie trip would refer this. Thanks for sharing
What a lovely picture, Chandresh! Nice tips too. Bookmarking for future reference.
wow…. very useful post on Australia. Thanks dear
Such a beautiful place. Very informative article. Thanks for sharing
Being a globetrotter, Australia is on my bucket list too. The pic looks mysterious. Thanks for sharing the details, will refer it for sure in the future. #vartikasdiaryreading #myfriendalexa
Australia is in my bucket list. would keep this post saved while planning my trip. great share
Australia is already in my plans this year! This post will be useful then.
This is a very helpful list. It features all the essentials and practical do’s and don’ts
Nice post for those visiting Australia. Thank you for sharing.
Australia is on my list, but never made it yet. One more readon, I should. Thanks you.
The photograph certainly feels like worth a visit. Hope to visit the place someday. Great tips shared.
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I am gonna keep all these points in mind.
Looks good!
Bookmarking this post. Australia is my dream holiday destination and hope to visit it some day.
Sounds spectacular. Thanks for the information.
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The photograph makes you put this place on your bucket list. Nice post.
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Looks very interesting, thanks for your guide article
I was thrilled to read these tips as Ayer’s Rock is a destination we could not make it to when we visited Australia. I’m hoping to get to this huge monolith sometime.
This detailed post will be helpful for those planning to visit Ayers Rock. Great info!
Lovely pictures! I have seen this in MasterChef Australia and fell in love with it. your post will definitely help those planning a trip.