Laksar Burra understands the essence of Uluru like no non-indigenous person can. “People come here to see the rock. But once they arrive, experience the place, appreciate that sense of solitude, they quickly realise there’s much more than Uluru. What the rock does is provide the focus; there’s no denying that. But then the rest of this place kicks in – it’s a far cry from your tropical island resort with its emphasis on instant pleasures.”
In the cool of morning and afternoon, Ayers Rock Resort hums with energy. Myriad eco and cultural tours collect guests from their hotel foyers; camels bellow in protest; helicopters buzz overhead; and Harley Davidson’s roar to life. Locals call it the 'Yulara Rush Hour' and rightly so, because there’s plenty to see and do – many visitors realise too late that they haven’t allowed enough time to really feel the pulse of Australia’s heartland.
With up to 400,000 visitors making the pilgrimage to Australia’s heartland each year, Ayers Rock Resort was built to service this growing demand for tourism. Catering to every traveller and budget, it offers five hotels, a campground, and a host of dining options ranging from takeaway pizza to sumptuous barbeques to four-course dinners under spectacular skies.
Both Qantas and Virgin Australia fly directly into Ayers Rock (Conellan) Airport from Sydney, and both airlines offer connecting flights from most capital cities to Ayers Rock Airport. A complementary coach transfer service operates between the Resort and Ayers Rock Airport. Driving is also a popular option – from Alice Springs to Ayers Rock Resort takes about 4.5 hours.
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