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Entry fees · Hours
Uluru Park Pass & Opening Hours
A$38 for adults, free for anyone under 18.
From
$130
per person
Free cancellation
- 4.6 / 5 321+ Reviews
- Sunrise to about 1 pm Duration
- A$38 Park pass, adults
- Breakfast Light, at sunrise
- Free Cancellation
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AAT Kings takes you to Uluru for sunrise with a light breakfast, then walks the Mala and Lungkata sections of the base with a driver guide.
The Experience
What the Sunrise Walk With Breakfast Covers
Sunrise, a light breakfast and the Mala and Lungkata walks at the base of Uluru.
Highlights
- Sunrise over Uluru at the start of the day
- The full base walk around Uluru: 10.6 km, finishing at Kuniya Piti
- Mala walk to Kantju Gorge with the Tjukurpa of the Mala, the hare-wallaby people
- Lungkata walk and the story of the blue-tongue lizard
- Aboriginal rock paintings, including at Mutitjulu Waterhole
- Indigenous and European history of Uluru from your driver guide
What's Included
- Light breakfast with hot tea or coffee
- Transport by air-conditioned coach
- Experienced accredited local driver guide
- Commentary throughout the tour
- Souvenir certificate at the finish
How the Sunrise Walk Works
Buy your park pass first, then the morning runs from before dawn to about 1:00 pm.
Buy your park pass
The park pass is not included. Buy it online before the tour: A$38 for adults, free for under-18s.
Leave before sunrise
The coach departs one hour before sunrise, so start times move through the year with the light.
Breakfast and the Mala walk
Eat a light breakfast with tea or coffee, hear the Tjukurpa at Kuniya Piti, then walk the Mala walk past the caves to Kantju Gorge.
Lungkata walk and certificate
Continue on the Lungkata walk with your driver guide, see rock paintings, and finish at Kuniya Piti with a souvenir certificate.
Photo Gallery
Inside Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
The tracks, desert oaks and red rock your park pass opens up.
Park Pass on Three Popular Tours
Two AAT Kings mornings that exclude the pass against a 3-day tour that includes park fees. Platform prices in USD; park pass prices in AUD.
| Feature | BUY PASS FIRST AAT Kings Sunrise Walk & Breakfast | AAT Kings Uluru Sunrise & Kata Tjuta | Autopia 3-Day Adventure from Yulara |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting price | From $130 per person | From $130 per person | From $625 per person |
| Rating | 4.6 (321 reviews) | 4.6 (605 reviews) | 4.8 (258 reviews) |
| Park pass | ✗ Not included, buy online before the tour | ✗ Not included, buy online before the tour | ✓ All national park pass entry fees included |
| Pass cost to add | A$38 per adult, under-18s free | A$38 per adult, under-18s free | None |
| Duration | Leaves 1 hour before sunrise, ends about 1:00 pm | Morning, 5 hours on the Viator listing | 3 days, 2 nights |
| What you see | Uluru sunrise, Mala and Lungkata walks | Uluru sunrise, Kata Tjuta, Walpa Gorge | Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon |
| Meals | ✓ Light breakfast | Tea and coffee | ✓ 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners |
| Pickup | Coach transport | ✓ Ayers Rock pickup and drop-off | ✓ Ayers Rock Airport or Yulara stops |
| Cancellation | ✓ Free up to 24 hours before | ✓ Free up to 24 hours before | ✓ Free up to 14 days before |
| Best for | A first morning on foot at the base | Seeing both landmarks in one morning | A longer trip with fees handled |
| Check Availability | See on GetYourGuide | See on GetYourGuide |
Park Fees Included
Tours That Include the Park Pass, and One That Does Not
Three multi-day tours list national park fees in their price; the popular sunrise and Kata Tjuta morning does not. Each card opens our review.
PARK FEES INCLUDEDFrom Yulara: 3 Day Uluru-Kata Tjuta Kings Canyon Adventure
A three-day, two-night small-group camping tour that starts at Ayers Rock Airport or Yulara, covers Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon, and ends in Alice Springs (or back at Yulara by shuttle). It suits active travelers who want the three big Red Centre sights with walking and camp life.
PARK FEES INCLUDEDUluru, Kata Tjuta & Kings Canyon Camping Tour
A three-day camping tour with Adventure Tours Australia covering Kata Tjuta, Uluru at sunset and sunrise, the full Uluru base walk and the Kings Canyon Rim Walk, sleeping in swags by the campfire. It starts and ends in Alice Springs or Yulara and suits fit, social travelers on a budget.
PARK FEES INCLUDEDFrom Alice Springs: 2 Day Uluru-Kata Tjuta Overnight Camping
A two-day, one-night small-group camping trip that drives from Alice Springs to Uluru, covers sunset, sunrise and Kata Tjuta, and finishes at Yulara on day 2. It suits travelers with moderate fitness who are happy to camp and fly out of Ayers Rock Airport afterward.
SUNRISE + KATA TJUTAYulara: Uluru Sunrise and Kata Tjuta Day Trip by Bus
A half-day AAT Kings coach tour that starts with sunrise over Uluru at Talinguru Nyakunytjaku, then drives to Kata Tjuta for a viewing stop and the Walpa Gorge walk. It suits first-time visitors who want both landmarks in one morning without driving.
Park Pass Guide
Uluru Park Pass: Prices, Hours and Which Tours Include It
What the pass costs, where to buy it, when the park opens and closes, and the tours that cover the fee.
An Uluru park pass costs A$38 per adult for 3 days or A$50 for an annual adult pass, and anyone under 18 enters free. You need one to enter Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, whether you drive yourself, ride the Hop On Hop Off bus or join a day tour, and most day tours do not include it. Buy it online before you go or at the entry station on the way in.
What the park pass costs
| Pass | Price (AUD) | Who it is for | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult 3-day pass | A$38 | Visitors aged 18 and over | Entry to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park for 3 days |
| Adult annual pass | A$50 | Visitors aged 18 and over | Entry for a year |
| NT vehicle annual pass | A$109 | A private vehicle registered in the Northern Territory | The driver and all passengers for a year; not tour or hire vehicles |
| Under 18 | Free | Children and teenagers | No pass fee |
There is no child price and no family pass, because under-18s pay nothing. The park lists no seniors or concession price either. Australian school students on a school trip and eligible youth groups may qualify for an exemption if they apply first. The pass covers both Uluru and Kata Tjuta, since both sit in the same national park, but it is not valid for Kings Canyon, Kakadu or any other park.
These are park prices in Australian dollars. The tour prices on this site are in US dollars, as the booking platforms show them.
Where to buy it
You have two options. Online, buy at book.parksaustralia.gov.au/passes/uluru/, then print the pass or save it to your phone and scan it at the entry station. In person, buy it at the entry station as you drive in, about ten minutes from Yulara. If you are on a tour, buy online: several operators, AAT Kings among them, ask you to have the pass before pickup, and the Emu Run listings ask you to bring a copy, digital accepted. Details and the official booking page are on uluru.gov.au.
Park opening hours by month
The park opens every day of the year, and you must leave by closing time. Hours change month by month. All times are ACST; the Northern Territory has no daylight saving.
| Month | Park hours |
|---|---|
| January | 5:00 am to 9:00 pm |
| February | 5:00 am to 9:00 pm |
| March | 5:30 am to 8:30 pm |
| April | 5:30 am to 8:00 pm |
| May | 6:00 am to 7:30 pm |
| June | 6:30 am to 7:30 pm |
| July | 6:30 am to 7:30 pm |
| August | 6:00 am to 7:30 pm |
| September | 5:30 am to 7:30 pm |
| October | 5:00 am to 8:00 pm |
| November | 5:00 am to 8:30 pm |
| December | 5:00 am to 9:00 pm |
The Cultural Centre opens from 7:00 am to 5:45 pm every day. Talinguru Nyakunytjaku, the main sunrise viewing area, follows the park hours, about 35 minutes’ drive from Yulara. In October sunrise comes at roughly 6:15 am and the gates open at 5:00 am, so a self-driver has time to reach a viewing area. In June and July the gates open at 6:30 am and sunrise comes around 7:30 am.
Which tours include the park pass
Most day tours from Ayers Rock Resort list the park pass under exclusions. The pattern on this site is clear: multi-day tours tend to include it, day tours tend not to.
| Tour | Park pass |
|---|---|
| 3-Day Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon Adventure (Autopia Tours) | ✓ All national park pass entry fees |
| Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon Camping Tour (Adventure Tours Australia) | ✓ Watarrka and Uluru-Kata Tjuta park fees |
| 4-Day Rock to Rock Adventure (Mulgas) | ✓ Camping and national park fees |
| 2-Day Overnight Camping from Alice Springs (Autopia Tours) | ✓ All national park pass entry fees |
| Day trip from Alice Springs with BBQ dinner (Emu Run) | ✗ From 1 April 2026; included before that |
| Uluru day tour with sunset BBQ (Emu Run) | ✗ From 1 April 2026 |
| AAT Kings Uluru sunrise, sunset, base walk and BBQ dinner tours | ✗ Buy separately |
| SEIT small-group tours and the Valley of the Winds hike | ✗ Buy separately |
| Uluru Segway Tours | ✗ Buy separately |
| Hop On Hop Off pass | ✗ Buy separately |
| Astronomy tour (Uluru Astro Tours) | The listing says you do not need to bring your own pass |
Helicopter flights, scenic plane flights and the Field of Light listings do not mention the park pass. For the full set of 2- and 3-day options, see our Uluru 2 and 3 day tours page, and read our review of the 3-day adventure from Yulara.
Kings Canyon is a separate case. It sits in Watarrka National Park, run by the Northern Territory, and needs its own NT Parks pass. The AAT Kings Kings Canyon day trip from Ayers Rock lists that pass as excluded, A$10 per person online, and says it will be included in the price from 1 April 2027. More on our Kings Canyon tours from Uluru page.
Refunds, longer stays and seniors
The park says pass refunds are available under certain circumstances, so contact Parks Australia if your plans change. The pass comes in two lengths only, 3 days and a year, and the park lists no extension. If you are staying four days or more, the A$50 annual pass covers the whole stay for A$12 more than the 3-day pass. The park lists no seniors discount. Some tour listings still quote older pass prices or terms, so check the park’s own page for the current ones.
Cultural closures
The park is jointly managed with Anangu, the Traditional Owners, and it can close for cultural reasons, sometimes at short notice. In 2026 it closed on 25 and 26 June for Sorry Business and from 6:00 am to 11:00 am on 28 August for a funeral. Walks can also close in hot weather or for repairs. Check uluru.gov.au/news before your visit, and see our Uluru base walk guide and Valley of the Winds vs Walpa Gorge for the walk-specific rules.
A tour to pair with your pass
The AAT Kings Guided Walking Tour at Sunrise with Light Breakfast is a good first morning once your pass is sorted. It departs one hour before sunrise, includes a light breakfast and a driver guide, and walks the Mala and Lungkata sections of the base, ending at about 1:00 pm. It costs from $130 per person, rated 4.6 from 321 reviews, with free cancellation up to 24 hours ahead. AAT Kings asks you to buy the park pass online before the tour. Our sunrise walk review has the full picture.
When your pass is bought, check availability for the sunrise walk.
Guest Reviews
What Sunrise Walk Guests Say
4.6/5
from 321 verified travelers
Ratings and review counts are each platform's live figures (GetYourGuide or Viator) as of October 2026 and may shift slightly day to day.
"Reggi was an awesome guide, very friendly & knowledgeable - highly recommend"
"The walking tour of Uluru was very informative, well paced and very enjoyable. We walked at a relaxed pace and our tour guide made the walk interesting with stories and fun facts"
"It was terrific. Most informative & enjoyable. Really glad I did it. By walking around Uluru, it gives you perspective on its size. Enormous!! Our guide was aware of our abilities & continued to ensure our safety."
"This was an excellent tour that we thoroughly enjoyed. Michelle, our tour guide was very informative and made the experience enjoyable. The light breakfast just over halfway through was fun. We thought Uluru was amazing and such a deep and spiritual experience."
"The tour was incredible. Such amazing tours guides. A lovely friendly and inviting atmosphere. Such a beautiful way to learn about the country and culture."
"We had such an amazing time walking round the base of Uluru. Sunrise was beautiful and the changing colours of Uluru were spectacular. Breakfast was given halfway round so you may want to bring a snack along with you. Breakfast included hot drinks, cereal, granola bars, biscuits, fruit and nuts which was perfect. Three toilet stops if needed. Temperature was cool to start with so I would recommend bringing some layers. We were also glad of our fly nets as by mid morning the flies appeared! Alan was a great guide who told us stories and facts along the way. Great value for money and would highly recommend."
"Loved the experience. The staff were treffic and there knowledge was outstanding"
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Uluru Park Pass: Questions
Prices, where to buy, opening hours, refunds and which tours include the fee.
Adults aged 18 and over pay A$38 for a 3-day pass or A$50 for an annual pass. Anyone under 18 enters free, so there is no child or family price. Residents with a private vehicle registered in the Northern Territory can buy a A$109 annual vehicle pass that covers the driver and all passengers. Prices are in Australian dollars.
Yes, every adult entering Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park needs one, whether you drive yourself, use the Hop On Hop Off bus or join a tour. Under-18s need no paid pass. Most day tours from Ayers Rock Resort do not include it, so buy it before your first tour. See which tours include it in the comparison table.
The standard adult pass covers 3 days and the annual adult pass covers a year. The park lists no 4-day or 5-day pass, so for a longer stay the A$50 annual pass is the simple choice, only A$12 more than the 3-day pass. The NT vehicle annual pass is for Northern Territory-registered private vehicles only.
Buy it online from Parks Australia at book.parksaustralia.gov.au/passes/uluru/, then print it or save it to your phone and scan it at the entry station. You can also buy it at the entry station as you drive in, about ten minutes from Yulara. If you are joining a tour, buy online, since several operators ask you to have it before pickup.
Yes. Children and teenagers under 18 enter Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park free, which is why the park lists no child or family pass. Older tour listings sometimes quote child prices; the park's own page is the one to trust. Tour prices for children are a separate matter and depend on each operator.
Usually not. The AAT Kings, SEIT, Uluru Segway Tours and Hop On Hop Off listings exclude it, and the Emu Run day tours stopped including it from 1 April 2026. Several multi-day tours include national park fees, among them the Autopia Tours 3-day adventure and the Adventure Tours Australia camping tour. See our 2 and 3 day tours.
The park lists no seniors or concession price for the Uluru park pass. Adults pay A$38 for 3 days or A$50 for a year whatever their age. Australian school students on a school trip and eligible youth groups may qualify for a fee exemption if they apply in advance. Commercial tour operators get a small discount when they buy passes online, which does not apply to individuals.
The park says park pass refunds are available under certain circumstances, without listing them on its pass page. If your trip changes, contact Parks Australia through uluru.gov.au before your visit. Tour bookings are separate: each tour's own cancellation terms apply, and most tours on this site offer free cancellation up to 24 hours or a few days ahead.
The park opens every day, with hours that change by month: 5:00 am to 9:00 pm in December and January, 5:00 am to 8:00 pm in October, and 6:30 am to 7:30 pm in June and July, for example. Times are ACST. The Cultural Centre opens 7:00 am to 5:45 pm. The full month-by-month table is on this page.
Yes. The park's opening and closing times leave room for both. In October the gates open at 5:00 am and sunrise is roughly 6:15 am; in June and July they open at 6:30 am and sunrise is around 7:30 am. Closing runs from 7:30 pm in winter to 9:00 pm in midsummer. Talinguru Nyakunytjaku, the main sunrise area, is 35 minutes from Yulara.
Yes. Kata Tjuta is part of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, so one pass covers Uluru, Kata Tjuta, the Cultural Centre and all the viewing areas. Kata Tjuta is about 45 minutes' drive from Yulara and 50 km by road from Uluru. For the two main walks there, see Walpa Gorge vs Valley of the Winds.
No. Kings Canyon is in Watarrka National Park, managed by the Northern Territory, and needs its own NT Parks pass. The AAT Kings Kings Canyon day trip lists that pass as excluded at A$10 per person online, and says it will be included in the tour price from 1 April 2027. See our Kings Canyon tours from Uluru.
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