Parco nazionale Uluru-Kata Tjuta (Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa National Park)
Il parco nazionale Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa è un parco nazionale situato nel Territorio del Nord australiano, 1.431 chilometri a sud della città di Darwin. Il parco si estende su di un'area di 1.326 km² e include le famosissime formazioni geologiche che gli danno il nome: Uluru / Ayers Rock e Kata Tjuta / Mount Olga, il primo un monolito di granito rosso e il secondo una "cupola" rocciosa nel bel mezzo della piana dell'Australia centrale.
Nel parco si verificano in media 307,7 millimetri di pioggia l'anno, mentre la natura desertica del paesaggio fa sì che le temperature siano estreme: 45 gradi in estate e -5 in inverno.
Uluru, luogo sacro per gli australiani aborigeni, venne riconsegnato formalmente alle popolazioni indigene nel 1985, infatti i proprietari tradizionali di questo territorio sono gli aborigeni Anangu; oggi il parco è gestito congiuntamente dal governo australiano e dagli aborigeni.
Nel 1977 il parco è stato dichiarato riserva della biosfera.
Nel 1987 il Parco Nazionale Uluru-Kata Tjuta è stato inserito nell'elenco dei Patrimoni dell'umanità dell'UNESCO.
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Kata Tjuta, conosciuto anche col nome di Mount Olga
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Comments
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The three-day pass For unlimited entries(need to be out by 19:30) of the park is 38AU$ for adults. Great place to hike and sightsee. The Uluru base walk is moderate and about 10k, make sure you use the loo before the walk. Drink plenty of water, there are a two water stations, one at the start and one at the mid-point. Definitely go and do the Mala walk where a ranger takes you and explains the history and stories of the Uluru, very fascinating. It’s available everyday at 10am at the car park meeting point. The Olga has two routes. The Walpa gorge is quite moderate and doesn’t take long; it also has a nice sunset viewing area nearby. The valley of the winds walk on the other hand is quite difficult in some areas but would be okay for most people. (Check out the photo with the route)
2 weeks ago -
One of the most wonderful places that I've been to and a definite highlight for anybody traveling Australia
a week ago -
Three days proved to be a little less to enjoy all that this park has to offer. We witnessed dramatically different sunsets and sunrises in just three days. Be sure to start with the cultural centre and pick up the trekking maps. Google maps is not accurate. Get the park tickets online.
3 months ago -
Uluru Kata-Tjuta National Park is a must visit destination in Australia. The landscapes are out of this world. We stayed for a week to really soak in the environment and to be able to take our time with the hikes. The base walk is 10km or so and the Valley of the Winds hike is 7-8km, so a couple of days at least to achieve both. We also booked a sunrise helicopter flight which was amazing.
3 months ago -
We walked around the rock Great place, but pace yourself It's a long walk. Lots to see in the park like the Olga's as well. If your a walker or explorer then this park is for you. Take plenty of drinks and walking shoes I did it in sandles but I have hard feet. All good Jim
a week ago -
Fantastic once in a lifetime experience. Respect the environment and you will be rewarded.
4 weeks ago -
What a great area - no International travel so domestic travel brought forward. The whole Kata Tjuta area - fascinating & steeped in culture we all should learn about. Get out there & support these people. Also Kings Canyon - not to be missed - get up early Alice Springs - fabulous
4 months ago -
Magical natural beauty. The 10.4km base walk is wonderful. Drinking water filling stations along the route.
3 months ago