行程概述
*此基本单人睡袋价格为每人价格,成人或儿童均适用。适合希望在星空下睡在地面上的客人,睡袋为帆布材质,配有露营床垫。适合8至17岁的儿童,但必须始终由成人或法定监护人陪同。
出发时间:早上7:00从爱丽丝泉出发
返回时间:下午 17:30 仅限返回爱丽丝泉。
主要接送地点及时间:入住爱丽丝泉奥罗拉酒店 - 莱卡特露台11号(原名奥罗拉爱丽丝泉酒店,现更名为爱丽丝泉住宿酒店)。此次小团探险之旅将带您领略红土中心最精华的景点。四天行程,探索四个标志性地点(乌鲁鲁、国王峡谷、卡塔丘塔和西麦克唐奈尔山脉),所有精彩体验尽在一次旅行中。乌鲁鲁-卡塔丘塔国家公园被列入联合国教科文组织世界遗产名录绝非偶然。该公园于1987年首次入选,当时国际社会认可了其壮观的地质构造、珍稀动植物和卓越的自然美景。您的专业当地导游将通过讲解、故事和鲜为人知的景点,为您揭开红土中心令人惊叹的秘密,让您真正感受这片土地的魅力。我们提供舒适的双人狩猎帐篷,为您提供更多舒适性、私密性和安全性,或者您也可以尝试传统的睡袋体验(帆布覆盖的睡袋)。
第一天:从爱丽丝泉到乌鲁鲁
从爱丽丝泉出发,我们前往乌鲁鲁(艾尔斯岩),途中会在康纳山(假乌鲁鲁)观景台稍作停留,欣赏这座雄伟的红色山峰,并在柯廷泉稍作休息,方便一下。之后,我们将抵达营地享用午餐。午餐后,我们将前往红土中心原住民文化中心,了解这座独特国家公园的文化、生态、历史和地质意义。随着期待和兴奋的不断增长,我们驱车前往乌鲁鲁山脚,开始领略这座巨型独石的雄伟壮丽,并近距离探索它的奥秘。步行前往穆蒂朱鲁水潭,我们将发现家族洞穴中的神圣岩画遗址,聆听库尼亚和利鲁的创世神话,并继续前往库尼亚皮蒂。从这里出发,我们将驱车前往坎图峡谷,途中会经过一些神圣的遗址。在那里,我们将欣赏到澳大利亚中部最高的瀑布(景色蔚为壮观,尤其是在雨天),以及一个长者洞穴和世界上最古老的储藏室。近距离探索了世界上最令人叹为观止的岩石之后,我们将返回一处可以欣赏全景的地点,欣赏地球上最令人叹为观止的日落之一。同时,我们将为您准备晚餐,让您饱餐一顿,并有机会结识其他旅行者。
餐食:午餐、晚餐。
住宿:艾尔斯岩长途汽车露营地(乌鲁鲁)基本睡袋(公共露营地设施)。
行驶距离:350公里。
徒步距离:2-3公里/2-3小时。
第 2 天:乌鲁鲁 - 卡塔丘塔 - 国王峡谷
我们早早起床,享用一顿简单的早餐,然后前往乌鲁鲁-卡塔丘塔国家公园欣赏壮丽的日出。你或许觉得乌鲁鲁已经足够惊艳,但当你以为它已无比雄伟壮丽时,卡塔丘塔那令人惊叹的轮廓便会映入眼帘。在这里,我们徒步穿越风之谷或瓦尔帕峡谷,惊叹于雄伟的砾岩地貌。探索完卡塔丘塔后,我们前往国王峡谷地区,正好赶上欣赏壮丽的内陆日落,随后在篝火旁享用丰盛的晚餐。
餐食:早餐、午餐和晚餐。
住宿:国王峡谷露营地基本睡袋(公共露营地设施)。
行驶距离:406 公里(4.5 小时)。
徒步距离:2-6 公里 / 2-4 小时(*视天气而定)。
第三天:国王峡谷至西麦克唐奈尔山脉
我们清晨出发,探索雄伟的国王峡谷(瓦塔卡),深入乌尔帕尼亚利人和利拉人的古老土地和圣地。抵达瓦塔卡国家公园中心的璀璨明珠——国王峡谷,我们将被百米高的巍峨悬崖、壮丽的砂岩峡谷和令人叹为观止的景色所环绕,这些景色定会让您毛骨悚然。带上水、帽子和结实的鞋子,我们将徒步探索峡谷(选择最适合季节游览的部分),进行更深入的探索。之后,我们将乘车返回北部,途经爱丽丝泉,前往西麦克唐奈尔山脉,在我们的丛林营地享受夜晚的星空之旅。餐饮:早餐、午餐、晚餐。
住宿:西麦克唐奈尔山脉露营地基本睡袋(公共露营地设施)。
驾车距离:370公里(4小时)。
徒步距离:2-4公里/2-4小时。
第四天:斯坦利峡谷和乔里贾西麦克唐奈尔山脉至爱丽丝泉
斯坦利峡谷(Standley Chasm)传统上被称为安克勒·阿特瓦蒂(Angkerle Atwatye),意为“水之峡谷”,是西麦克唐奈尔山脉(West MacDonnell Ranges)中一条宽3米、高80米的峡谷。清晨,我们一边享用早餐,一边期待着即将到来的一天,希望能邂逅当地的野生动物。继续向西行进,您可以在埃勒里溪大水潭(Ellery Creek Bighole)中畅游一番。这个水潭传统上被称为乌德帕塔(Udepata),四周环绕着高耸的红色悬崖和沙质的埃勒里溪。之后,我们将前往奥米斯顿峡谷(Ormiston Gorge),这里巍峨的红色峭壁是由巨大的地质力量塑造而成。您可以在这里驻足片刻,欣赏大自然最美的景色。之后,我们将悠闲地踏上返回爱丽丝泉(Alice Springs)的旅程,最后一站是西麦克唐奈尔山脉地区(Tjoritja West MacDonnell region)的另一处奇景——辛普森峡谷(Simpsons Gap)。这里是几条梦幻小径和传说的交汇点。峡谷中有一个常年不涸的水潭,也是观赏当地野生动物的绝佳地点。现在我们已经领略了澳大利亚中部最美的自然风光,接下来我们将送您返回爱丽丝泉,入住您选择的住处,并安排您晚上的活动,让您回味这四天的探索之旅和结识的新朋友。
餐食:早餐、午餐。
驾车距离:250公里(3小时)。
步行距离:约3公里/4公里。
*This Basic Single Swag fare price is (Per Person) for Adults or Children. For guests who wish to sleep under the stars on the ground, in a self-contained canvas-covered bush bed roll with a camp mattress. Suitable for children aged between 8 to 17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult or legal guardian at all times.
DEPARTS: 7:00am from Alice Springs
RETURNS: 17:30pm to Alice Springs only.
MAIN PICKUP LOCATION & TIME: Stay at Alice Springs Hotel Aurora - 11 Leichhardt Terrace (Previously known as Aurora Alice Springs Hotel, this accommodation provider is now known as Stay at Alice Springs Hotel.) This small group adventure encompasses the very best the Red Centre has to offer. Four days, exploring four iconic locations (Uluru, Kings Canyon, Kata Tjuta and Tjoritja West MacDonnell Ranges) all wrapped up in one tour. There is a very good reason why Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The park was first added to the list in 1987, when the international community recognised its spectacular geological formations, rare plants and animals, and outstanding natural beauty. Your expert local guide will uncover some of the incredible secrets the Red Centre has to offer with guided -commentary, stories, and hidden gems that really bring this place to life. We have comfortable twin safari tents providing a little more comfort, privacy, and security, or you can try out a traditional swag experience (canvas-covered bedroll).
Day 1: Alice Springs to Uluru
Departing from either Alice Springs, we head towards Uluru (Ayers Rock) stopping off at Mt Connor (false Uluru) lookout for a view of this mighty red mountain and Curtin Springs for a toilet stop before arriving at our campground for lunch. After lunch, we head to the Red Centre’s indigenous interpretive cultural centre where we have a chance to learn about the cultural, ecological, historical and geological significance of this very special national park. With the anticipation and excitement growing we make a short drive towards the base of Uluru as we begin to comprehend the sheer size and magnificence of the giant monolith, getting up close and personal to explore further. Walking to Mutitjulu waterhole we discover sacred rock art sites in family caves and hear the creation stories of Kuniya and Liru as we continue our base walk towards Kuniya Piti. From here we drive around sacred sites towards Kantju Gorge where we envisage the highest waterfall in Central Australia, (truly a spectacle to behold, even more so when raining) an elders cave and the world's oldest pantry. After exploring the world's most impressive rock up close and personal, we retreat for panoramic views to witness one of the most incredible sunsets on the planet, all whilst having dinner cooked for you, to feed those hungry eyes and allow you to get to know your fellow travellers.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner.
Accom: Ayers Rock Coach Campground (Uluru) Basic Swags (communal campsite facillities).
Driving Distance: 350km.
Hike Distance: 2-3km / 2-3 hours.
Day 2: Uluru to Kata Tjuta to Kings Canyon
We wake early for a light breakfast and head off for a spectacular sunrise in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. You thought Uluru was special and just when you think it couldn't get any more majestic we approach the stunning silhouette of Kata Tjuta. Here we set off on a hike through the Valley of the Winds or Walpa Gorge marveling at the mighty conglomerate rock formations. After exploring Kata Tjuta we make our way towards Kings Canyon region just in time to experience a glorious outback sunset followed by a hearty meal around the campfire.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Accom: Kings Canyon Campground Basic Swags (communal campsite facillities).
Driving Distance: 406 km (4.5 Hours).
Hike Distance: 2-6 km / 2-4 hours (*weather dependent).
Day 3: Kings Canyon to West MacDonnell Ranges
We head off early to explore the mighty Kings Canyon (Watarrka) venturing into the ancient landscape and sacred grounds of the Ulpanyali and Lilla people. Arriving at the jewel in the crown at the centre of Watarrka National Park (Kings Canyon) we find ourselves surrounded by towering 100-metre cliff faces, views of sandstone chasms and jaw-dropping backdrops that will make the hairs stand up on the back of your neck. Grab your water, hat and sturdy shoes as we set off on foot to explore (the most seasonally applicable part of) the canyon in more detail. Rest up in the bus as we head back up north, passing through Alice Springs and heading out towards the West MacDonnell Ranges for an evening of stargazing at our bush camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Accom: West Macdonell Ranges Campground Basic Swags (communal campsite facillities).
Driving Distance: 370km (4 hours).
Hike Distance: 2-4 km / 2-4 hours.
Day 4: Standley Chasm and Tjoritja West MacDonnell Ranges to Alice Springs
Known traditionally as Angkerle Atwatye, meaning "Gap of Water", Standley Chasm is a 3-metre-wide, 80-metre-high gorge amongst the West MacDonnell Ranges. At dawn, we hope to spot the native wildlife as we enjoy breakfast and look forward to the day ahead. Tracking west you are welcome to enjoy a dip in Ellery Creek Bighole, known traditionally as Udepata, surrounded by tall red cliffs and sandy Ellery Creek. Onwards to where massive geological forces created the towering red walls of Ormiston Gorge. Spend time here admiring nature and its finest before we begin our leisurely journey back towards Alice Springs, with our final stop at another amazing feature of the Tjoritja West MacDonnell region, Simpsons Gap, where several dreaming trails and stories cross. Featuring a permanent waterhole this is also a great place to spot resident wildlife. Now we've had our fix of the best of central Australia's natural icons, we deliver you back to Alice Springs to your chosen accommodation and evening plans as you reminisce your four days of exploration and new friends made.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Driving Distance: 250km (3 hours).
Walking Distance: ~3km / 4km.