Sleeping bag hire: $40 AUD per person (includes cleaning)

Accommodation
• Two nights at private outback eco-campsites – one at Ayers Rock and one at Kings Canyon
• Choose between permanent safari tents (twin share with mattress, fitted sheet, pillow) or traditional bush swags (canvas-covered bed roll on the ground)
• Communal bathroom facilities with showers and toilets, solar-powered kitchen and dining areas

Meals
• 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 2 dinners – prepared fresh by your guides using basic camping-style options
• Guests participate in meal preparation and clean-up for a true outback experience
• Plenty of onboard drinking water and snacks provided throughout the tour

✅ What’s Included
• 2 nights at private eco-campsites with tents or swags
• 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners (guest participation)
• All guided walks and activities
• Air-conditioned 4x4-capable coach transport
• Accredited outback driver guide and local commentary
• All National Park entry fees
• Onboard drinking water

🚫 What’s Not Included
• Sleeping bag hire ($40 AUD – can bring your own)
• Any meals not listed in the itinerary
• Hotel transfers before or after the tour
• Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
• Personal expenses

The Red Centre has warm days and cool nights year-round with very low rainfall.
• Summer (Dec–Feb) • Daytime 35–40 °C • Very hot with possible afternoon storms
• Autumn (Mar–May) & Spring (Sep–Nov) • Daytime 25–32 °C • Mild and ideal for walking
• Winter (Jun–Aug) • Daytime 20–25 °C • Cool nights that can drop below 5 °C
Practical note: Early starts help beat the heat – always carry water and wear a hat.

Documents & Essentials
• Photo ID and booking confirmation
• Any personal medications

Clothing (layered for desert conditions)
• Comfortable sturdy hiking shoes with good tread
• Light, quick-dry clothing and a wide-brimmed hat
• Warm layers for cool evenings and a light jacket

Toiletries & First Aid
• Sunscreen, insect repellent and basic first-aid items
• Reusable 3-litre water bottle

Electronics
• Charged phone and portable power bank (limited charging at camps)
• Headlamp or torch

Accessories & Nice-to-Haves
• Small daypack for walks
• Mosquito or fly net (especially in warmer months)

Uluru is a sacred site to the Anangu Traditional Owners and has been part of their culture for tens of thousands of years.

Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) is equally significant to the Anangu and features 36 massive domes formed over 500 million years.

Kings Canyon in Watarrka National Park is one of the most spectacular gorges in central Australia with 100-metre sandstone cliffs.

The Red Centre is one of the oldest landscapes on Earth and holds deep spiritual importance for the local Indigenous communities.

Camping on Traditional Owners’ land gives you a direct connection to Country that few visitors experience.

Sunrise and sunset at these sites are particularly powerful moments when the colours of the rock change dramatically.

Local guides share stories that have been passed down for generations and help you understand the living culture.

The desert night sky here is some of the clearest in the world and perfect for stargazing around the campfire.

Water is precious in this arid environment – your guide will encourage regular hydration throughout the tour.

Leave-no-trace principles are taken seriously to protect this fragile and ancient landscape for future generations.

Carbon Footprint & Offset Report: Epic Uluru & Kata Tjuta 3 Day 4WD Outback Safari

Quick Snapshot

Estimated CO₂e footprint per participant: 1,450 kg CO₂e
(higher-end conservative estimate – covers all on-tour impacts plus average travel to/from Yulara/Ayers Rock)

Our 200% offset commitment per booking: 2,900 kg CO₂e
Funded through genuine landscape restoration in climate-vulnerable developing regions (reforestation, mangroves, soil regeneration, etc.). This creates real net-positive impact beyond neutrality.

Tour summary

• 3 days / 2 nights
• Max 12 guests
• Starts and ends at Yulara (Ayers Rock Resort) or Ayers Rock Airport
• Custom 4WD safari vehicle (~800 km total driving)
• 2 nights permanent bush campsites (swags or twin-share safari tents)
• Meals: 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners (dietary needs catered)
• Uluru base walk & sunset, Kata Tjuta sunrise & hikes, Kings Canyon Rim Walk

Overview

This report estimates the carbon footprint for one individual participant on this tour using higher-end data from trusted sources. We intentionally choose upper-range figures to fully cover every impact – including hard-to-measure parts like supply chains and indirect effects.

We then double it (200%) and fund genuine landscape restoration projects in developing and climate-affected regions worldwide. This goes beyond standard offsetting to deliver real, lasting benefits for ecosystems and communities.

All figures in kg CO₂e (carbon dioxide equivalent – the standard measure that includes all greenhouse gases).

Tour Details

• Duration: 3 days / 2 nights
• Key locations: Yulara start/end, Uluru (base walk, Mutitjulu Waterhole, Kantju Gorge), Kata Tjuta (Valley of the Winds/Walpa Gorge), Kings Canyon Rim Walk
• Travel style: Small-group 4WD outback safari with guided walks and cultural experiences
• Assumptions: Average participant, standard behaviours, higher-impact choices where uncertain. Travel to/from Yulara is factored into the higher-end footprint for completeness.

Calculation Approach

• Sources: UK DEFRA 2025 conversion factors, Australian National Greenhouse Accounts 2024, UNWTO tourism data, IPCC guidelines, and peer-reviewed studies.
• Higher-end scale: Upper-range emission factors everywhere, plus radiative forcing for flights, well-to-tank fuel effects, +20% uncertainty buffer, and conservative assumptions for remote 4WD operations in the Red Centre.
• Per person, full tour experience.
• Excludes only purely personal extras (e.g. souvenirs or optional alcohol).

Detailed Emissions Breakdown (per participant)

Transportation – 950 kg CO₂e

• Average travel to/from Yulara (higher-end mix of domestic/international flights to AYQ): 600 kg – upper factors with full radiative forcing
• All on-tour custom 4WD transfers (~800 km, shared max 12): 350 kg – higher-end remote diesel 4WD low-occupancy factor

Accommodation – 120 kg CO₂e

• 2 nights permanent bush campsites (swags/safari tents): 60 kg per night – higher-end for remote generator energy, water and waste

Meals & Food – 60 kg CO₂e

• 3 full days of meals (2B, 3L, 2D, outback BBQ/picnic style): 20 kg per day – higher-impact tourism diet including transport and waste

Activities & Excursions – 225 kg CO₂e

• Guided base/Rim walks (up to 6–8 km), cultural centre, sunset/sunrise viewing, 4WD support and interpretation

TOTAL ESTIMATED FOOTPRINT PER PERSON: 1,450 kg CO₂e (rounded higher for full coverage)

Our 200% Offset Commitment

• Amount we will offset:2 × 1,450 kg = 2,900 kg CO₂e per individual booking
• How: Direct funding of landscape restoration projects – reforestation, mangrove protection, regenerative agriculture, wetland and soil carbon restoration
• Where: Developing countries and regions most affected by climate change (e.g. Pacific Islands, Southeast Asia, Africa, Latin America) for maximum global benefit and community co-benefits
• Why 200% and higher-end estimates: To guarantee coverage despite any measurement discrepancies and to create genuine extra positive impact

Important Notes

• Numbers are deliberately conservative (higher) so we over-deliver on restoration – real footprint may be lower
• The tour already has strong sustainability practices; our independent higher-end analysis adds extra certainty
• Carbon accounting has natural uncertainties – doubling it is the responsible way
• This directly supports long-term carbon-sequestering landscapes and local communities

How fit do I need to be?
Moderate to advanced fitness is required. Walks range from 2–6 km each day over rocky terrain and in direct sunlight.

What is the group size?
Maximum 15–21 travellers. A minimum of 8 people is needed to guarantee departure.

Is the camping comfortable?
Yes – permanent tents or traditional bush swags with mattresses and bedding are provided. Communal bathrooms and kitchen facilities are available at both campsites.

Are meals suitable for dietary needs?
Most requirements can be accommodated if you advise at booking. We recommend bringing extra snacks for the outback.

Do I need to bring a sleeping bag?
You can hire one for $40 AUD or bring your own. Sleeping bags are not included.

What happens on Day 3?
After the Kings Canyon hike you return to Yulara or continue to Alice Springs. The optional shuttle back to Yulara can be pre-booked.

Is travel insurance required?
Strongly recommended – it should cover medical, cancellation and adventure activities.

Can children join?
Yes – minimum age is 8 years and they must be accompanied by an adult or legal guardian.