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Uluru sunset & BBQ
Well organized trip. Timings perfect. Good BBQ.
Uluru (Ayers Rock) Sunset + Outback Barbecue Dinner & Star Talk
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3h 30min
- Price from
- $235 / person
- Location
- Uluru
- Rating
- 4.2 / 5 · 445 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 58
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- AAT Kings
Description
Sit back and relax as you travel into the amazing Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Your Driver Guide will provide expert commentary while you enjoy the amazing surroundings and the sight of Uluru in the distance. After sunse you will transfer to the barbecue site. The site is within the Uluru National Park set amongst red sand dunes and desert oak trees providing a peaceful desert setting. The site is located far enough from the resort lights to provide you a clear view of the stars in the southern sky (weather permitting). Once at the site, you will enjoy a variety of Australian meats and salads, accompanied by wine, beer or orange juice (menus are subject to change). After dinner, tea, coffee and dessert will be served. Your guide will conduct a tour of the night sky, describing and pointing out some of the visible constellations with the assistance of a high beam spotlight (weather permitting). The guide will also explain some Aboriginal stories that relate to the stars.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
After pickup from Ayers Rock Resort, you'll travel to the Uluru sunset viewing area.
Uluru
Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine and snacks as the sun sets over Uluru. Continue to the barbecue site located in the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. As you dine looking out across the desert to Uluru (Ayers Rock), savor the mouth-watering flavors of a traditional Aussie barbecue. The menu includes sizzling gourmet sausages, a delicious selection of meats, seasonal salads and fresh bread rolls accompanied by a complementary selection of wine, beer and soft drinks. After dinner, relax with a cup of tea or coffee as the sun gradually sinks below the desert plain to reveal a myriad of stars in the outback’s spectacular night sky. The Ayers Rock desert is one of the best places on earth to view the southern night sky. Your local guide and star expert will lead you through the constellations and planets as they move about the sky. Discover the zodiac constellations, find south using the Southern Cross and be amazed by the gleaming Milky Way. This is an experience not to be missed.
What's included
Included
Uluru Barbecue Dinner Experience
Beer, wine and soft drinks with your dinner
Star Gazing tour with expert star guide (weather permitting)
Experienced Driver Guide
Pickup and drop-off from Ayers Rock Resort hotels
Sparkling Wine, red wine, white wine, lemonade, orange juice and Nibbles at Sunset
Not included
Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park Entry Fee Adults AUD38.00 // Child-FOC -Valid for 3 consecutive days
Pickup Locations & Times
Please note, departure and return times vary throughout the year due to different sunset times, as such the tour time on your voucher may not be accurate. This tour departs 1hr prior to sunset. Please contact AAT Kings Reservations Team on 1300 228 546/ +61 2 9028 0880 to reconfirm your tour 24-48 hours prior to departure and to check your exact pick-up time to avoid missing your tour. Please be at your pickup location 10 minutes prior to your reconfirmed pickup time.
Traveller Ratings
4.2
445 reviews
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please contact AAT Kings for any accessibility questions.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Uluru (Ayers Rock) Sunset + Outback Barbecue Dinner & Star Talk lasts about 3h 30min. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $235 per person for this Uluru experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Please note, departure and return times vary throughout the year due to different sunset times, as such the tour time on your voucher may not be accurate. This tour departs 1hr prior to sunset. Please contact AAT Kings Reservations Team on 1300 228 546/ +61 2 9028 0880 to reconfirm your tour 24-48 hours prior to departure and to check your exact pick-up time to avoid missing your tour. Please be at your pickup location 10 minutes prior to your reconfirmed pickup time. Pickup points include Sails In The Desert, Ayers Rock Campground.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 58 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Please contact AAT Kings for any accessibility questions.
Reviews(445)
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Lightning & Thunderstorms...
Lightning & Thunderstorms cancelled the BBQ part of this tour but the little bit of sunset & snacks provided were outstanding (especially the chutney)
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Great tour to see uluru and enjoy a nice dinner and see stars!
It is well worth it! AAT has great guides and drivers and they are knowledgeable and fun. The tour at Uluru was great and the BBQ and star talk was great. Although we did have cloud cover! We aren’t big coach tour people at all, but this was well worth the day to spend at uluru!
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Recommended for people from Japan too!
All-you-can-drink wine and all-you-can-eat snacks in front of the changing colors of the sunset! Some staff members are interns from Japan, and they can also assist you in Japanese. In the latter half, at the barbecue under the perfect starry sky, we sat around a table with a newly married Australian and Italian couple, and the barbecue had things like grilled kangaroo meat, which was rare and delicious! Satisfied with my favorite Pavlova for dessert! My son was enjoying the delicious Ramington. After eating, it was only visible as pitch black near Uluru, and we observed the starry sky with all the lights turned off. I was so happy that I could clearly see the Southern Cross and the Milky Way, which I really wanted to see! When I asked how to find the Magellanic Clouds, you told me, but they were close to the horizon and difficult to see with the naked eye. It was the best time, I really enjoyed it!
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Breathtaking
We had the most magical evening (9/8/26) watching Uluru change colours by the sun setting. That in itself was a glorious experience but then we went right to the base of Uluru for our barbecue dinner, under the stars. The staff were exceptional and the food was delicious. It was so special because there wasn't a large group of people so it felt more quiet and intimate than some of the other tours on offer. The night ended with some stargazing, which Rachel did a wonderful job of explaining to us. The night sky was stunning and this was the best night of our trip. Thanks so much to all involved.
Operator response
Dear Edith, It’s lovely to hear that your evening at Uluru was such a memorable part of your trip. Watching the rock change colour as the sun went down, followed by a barbecue dinner under the stars, sounds like a pretty special way to experience Uluru. We’re so glad you enjoyed the food and that the team made you feel well looked after. It’s also great to hear that Rachel’s stargazing talk was a highlight and helped bring the incredible night sky to life. Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We’re delighted that this was the best night of your trip!
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Should have gone on tali wiri
Nothing special,food was average at best,the guide forgot one person and only realised because she wasn’t in the count,it was dark and she fell over,pretty amateur in my book
Operator response
Dear Shane, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your experience on the Uluru Sunset, Outback Barbecue Dinner & Star Talk did not meet your expectations. We take your comments regarding the guest who was separated from the group very seriously. We will be investigating the circumstances of what occurred with the relevant team to better understand the situation and ensure it is appropriately followed up. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the overall experience. Your comments have been noted and will be shared with the relevant team as part of our review. Kind Regards, AAT Kings Team
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Great sunset
Nice afternoon/evening to see different areas of Uluru and watch the sunset. The barbecue was really good and the star gazing was good even though the clouds didn’t cooperate.
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Fun and Beautiful
Really beautiful experience and well organised. Pickup from hotel was easy, good amount of time given at each spot to explore and enjoy, would highly recommend. The astro bbq dinner was enjoyable, the astro guy and host was fun and friendly
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A must do experience
Was such a great experience would love to do this again. I went solo and had an amazing time. If you want a one night getaway then I suggest you book this tour.
Operator response
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear you had such an amazing experience travelling solo and that you enjoyed your getaway. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back for another adventure. Kind Regards, AAT Kings team.
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Great place and worth the trip
The tour was great allowing enough time to see and listening to explications. The sunset experience was great and the viewing area great. The BBQ great also and the stargazing comment good One thing to improvise the guide from Japam had a very strong accent and was difficult to endurance d'urine the uluru visit. Fortunately the driver from the bus was providing clarification and was easier to understand.
Operator response
Dear Guest, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your feedback. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour, particularly having enough time to explore Uluru, the sunset experience, the BBQ dinner, and the stargazing commentary. It's wonderful to know these highlights made your experience memorable. Your comments are valuable and will be shared with our operations team as we continually work to improve the experience for all our guests. Thank you again for travelling with us, and we hope to welcome you back on another adventure in the future. Kind regards, AAT Kings team.
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