Scenic Flights – Ayers Rock Resort

Scenic Flights – Ayers Rock Resort

One of the best ways to explore the Red Centre and experience Uluru and the stunning Kata Tjuta formations is from the air.

Ayers Rock Helicopters

15min Rock Blasting
This helicopter tour takes off from a launch near Uluru. Below you’ll see Voyages Ayers Rock Resort, the waterhole Mutitjulu and the surrounding desert; a panorama of breathtaking scenery unique to the Red Centre.
Minimum 2 passengers. This flight is not available for sunrise or sunset. The flight time for this trip is approximately 15 minutes.

30min Uluru/Ayers Rock and Kata Tjuta/The Olgas
This longer flight offers the same views of the first – and more. Your bird’s eye view will take in Uluru and the magnificent red desert, all the way to the striking rock formations of Kata Tjuta. More than 36 massive, domed rocks make up this natural wonder, a gathering of fantastic, striated shapes, some recalling giants huddled in conversation.
Minimum 2 passengers.

55min Lizard Safari
The Lizard Safari takes in Lake Amadeus, Uluru and Kata Tjuta.
Located approximately 40km to the north-east of Uluru is the amazing Lake Amadeus. This giant salt lake is visually spectacular with islands and a salt pan, which depending on weather conditions may also contain water. The colours and patterns of Lake Amadeus are constantly changing and provide an awe-inspiring image of central Australia like no other. Next, your flight takes in views of Uluru and Kata Tjuta.
Minimum 2 passengers. This flight is available anytime, including sunrise and sunset flights.

108min Kings Canyon Flight
Fly to Kings Canyon from Ayers Rock return and enjoy a bird’s eye view over this amazing natural landscape. An aerial tour is the only way to fully appreciate the scale and grandeur of this spectacular Canyon and the rugged region surrounding it. See the domes of the Lost City and the Garden of Eden oasis, before heading back to Ayers Rock Resort.
Minimum 4 passengers.

120min Tour of the Giants
Take in the sights of Uluru and Kata Tjuta before tracking to the mysterious Mt Conner. Land on its highest peak and explore this giant of the desert.
Minimum 3 passengers.

140min Kings Canyon Experience – 6-hour tour
View Uluru, Kata Tjuta, Lake Amadeus and Kings Canyon before landing at Kings Creek Station. From there drive along the George Gill Range to Kings Canyon for the creek bed walk. Enjoy a bird’s eye view over this amazing natural landscape. An aerial tour is the only way to fully appreciate the scale and grandeur of the red centre.
Minimum 3 passengers.

Inclusions

• Helicopter flight, professional crew and pilot
• In flight music and informative commentary in 5 different languages using iPod technology
• Safety briefing
• Return transfers from Voyages Ayers Rock Resort in air-conditioned shuttle buses
• All flights are covered by airline seat insurance

Pricing

Conditions

Flights operate daily on demand. Minimum 2 people. All flights are subject to availability, weather conditions and air traffic control.

Professional Helicopter Services

15min ‘Rock Only’ Helicopter scenic flight
For those on a budget or if your time is limited, this is the quickest way to see Uluru. After a short but all important safety briefing, you will board one of our Helicopters for a 15 minute scenic flight taking you past Voyages Ayers Rock Resort and onto Uluru. It is also possible to see Kata Tjuta in the distance.
Minimum : 2 passengers.

30min ‘Rock & Olgas’ Helicopter Scenic flight
Enjoy the spectacular sights within the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park from a unique perspective. After a short safety briefing, you will board one of our Helicopters for a 30 minute scenic flight around Uluru and Kata Tjuta.
Minimum : 2 passengers.

55min Rock, Olgas and Lake Amadeus
See the beauty of the Red Centre and be in awe of the changing landscape. View the vast salt lake of Lake Amadeus that spans 180kms long and 10kms wide making it the largest salt lake in the Northern Territory. Look for wild camels as they roam the coast of the salt lake, fly over to the astounding monolith Uluru then marvel at the 36 massive domes of Kata Tjuta.
Minimum 2 passengers. This flight is available anytime after sunrise.

90min Kings Canyon Air Safari
Professional Helicopter Services have the exclusive rights to land at Voyages Kings Canyon Resort. This tour takes you across the vast desert, over the great salt lakes of Lake Amadeus and on to the majestic Kings Canyon. After completing the Kings Canyon tour, you land at Kings Canyon Resort for a short break before returning. If you wish, you can return to Voyages Ayers Rock Resort by helicopter or continue on to Alice Springs by coach.
Minimum 4 passengers.

90min Mount Conner Experience
Experience the breathtaking sights of this forgotten giant, Mount Conner. After landing on the highest point take the time to explore the top and absorb the 360° panoramic views that include Uluru and Kata Tjuta. This will be a flight of a life time.
Minimum 4 passengers. Tour available from 1 April 2014

120min One with the Lot
Take this opportunity to fully appreciate the unsurpassed splendor of Central Australia. This tour combines Uluru, Kata Tjuta, Lake Amadeus and Kings Canyon.
Minimum 4 passengers.

Inclusions

• Return transfer from your hotel or the campground, in an air-conditioned Coaster Bus.
• Informative pilot commentary on all flights
• Multi-lingual commentary available. Played through the latest iPod technology.
• Views through large bubble windows.
• All flights are covered by airline seat insurance

Pricing

Conditions

All flights are subject to availability, weather conditions and air traffic control.

Ayers Rock Scenic Flights (Fixed Wing Aircraft)

20min Uluru only
Let us do the climbing for you! Experience the many changing faces of Uluru from the best vantage point possible. This 20 minute flight gives you the greatest perspective on Australia’s most famous landmark.
Minimum 2 passengers. This flight is not available for sunrise or sunset.

40min Uluru & Kata Tjuta
During this exhilarating experience, you will have a chance to truly appreciate the natural beauty of Uluru and Kata Tjuta. This 40min flight gives you the perfect amount of time to take in the wonderful sights and stunning desert features.
Minimum 2 passengers.

60min Uluru, Kata Tjuta & Lake Amadeus
Imagine flying over the Northern Territory’s largest salt lake! This uninhabited landscape portrays the natural wonders of the Australian Outback, with the opportunity to see wild camels.
Minimum 2 passengers.

90min Kings Canyon & Lake Amadeus (ex Ayers Rock Resort)
See the remarkable Kings Canyon and Lake Amadeus from the air whilst appreciating the spectacular size of this vast country.
Minimum 2 passengers.

120min See the Lot! Uluru, Kata Tjuta, Lake Amadeus and Kings Canyon
With its brilliant sights, this is the ultimate outback adventure. Kings Canyon’s steep cliff faces, the Garden of Eden and the Lost City are all a must see from an aeroplane.
Minimum 2 passengers

120min The Ultimate Outback Adventure 6-hour tour Increases to 135mins in 2014-2015 season
Embark on a flight that encompasses all the spectacular sites of the red centre, viewing Uluru, Kata Tjuta, Lake Amadeus and Kings Canyon. This tour includes a landing at Kings Creek Station, an authentic outback airstrip. Then enjoy a drive along the George Gill Range to Kings Canyon for the one-hour Creek Walk. This six hour tour (2 hour aeroplane scenic flight) covers everything!
Minimum 2 passengers

145min Gosses Bluff, Kings Canyon and Lake Amadeus – 3.5-hour tour
Looking to see something different? This tour will take you over the magnificent Lake Amadeus and Kings Canyon before arriving at the spectacular Gosses Bluff. Created by a meteorite that crashed into the earth 143 million years ago, this rugged feature surrounds a crater 5km in diameter and 150m high. It is an experience not to be missed. (3.5hr tour, 2.5hr aeroplane scenic flight).

Minimum 2 passengers

145min The Ultimate Combined Canyon Experience
Can’t decide between planes and helicopters? Do both with this tour combining the best of both worlds! See Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Lake Amadeus from one of our high wing aircraft before landing at at Kings Creek Station. Then, transfer to one of our helicopters for a half hour flight over Kings Canyon and the spectacular George Gill ranges. A stop at Kings Creek Station following the flight gives you a chance to refresh before your return.
Minimum 2 passengers

150min The Ultimate Scenic Flight
This is truly the ultimate scenic flight. Take in the majestic beauty of the three giants, Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Mount Conner, then view the spectacular Kings Canyon and Lake Amadeus as possible only from an aircraft.
Minimum 2 passengers

Inclusions

• Charter service available – plan your own flight
• Sunrise and sunset flights available
• Return transfers from your hotel in an air-conditioned bus
• Informative pilot commentary on all flights
• In-flight music available on iPod system (only on selected aircraft)

Pricing

Conditions

Minimum numbers apply. All flights are subject to pilot’s discretion, weather, air traffic control and aircraft availability

Travel Insurance

We strongly recommend Travel insurance. Guests should be satisfied that their chosen insurance cover fully meets their personal requirements especially in respect to inclement weather, personal injury or illness.

All prices are subject to change without notice. All Ayers Rock Resort tour reservations must have a credit card as a guarantee of payment. All other tour reservations must be pre-paid prior to arrival at Ayers Rock Resort and travel vouchers will be provided.