Mulgas Adventures
Mulgas Adventures
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Fun and affordable outback adventure tours. Join us for the Outback Adventure of a Lifetime! See breathtaking sights, hike through ancient formations, learn about Aboriginal culture, sleep under the stars around a campfire, and connect with new friends along the way! Find the ideal tour over 3 or 4 days and explore the heart of Australia, including Uluru (Ayers Rock), Kata Tjuta (The Olgas), Kings Canyon (Watarrka), our exclusive Bushcamp on Curtin Springs Station, Alice Springs (Mparntwe), and more. We also offer tours from Darwin, where you can explore the stunning Karlu Karlu (Devils Marbles), soak in the Mataranka Hot Springs, visit Litchfield National Park, and experience the charm of outback pubs.
Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia
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Shannon T
43 contributions
Oct 2022 • Solo
Book this tour! I can’t recommend this experience enough, from start to finish, I enjoyed every second of it. Our guide Olivia managed our group so well it never felt rushed or chaotic, no small feat for one person wrangling a bunch of strangers (some of whom had never camped before) for four days. Even though almost every waking moment is filled with activities or Olivia explaining the flora, fauna, history and Aboriginal customs and culture, overall the vibe was relaxed. Everything we did was communicated beforehand by Olivia to make sure expectations were clear. From the simplest roadside stop to how much water we needed to carry for each hike, Olivia let us know the when, where, why and how for the entire itinerary and answered any additional questions. You will see all the highlights of the national park, including sunrise and sunset each day as well as a massive amount of stars:) The hikes are not super hard, but Olivia checked in with everyone before each hike and offered alternative hikes for anyone who wanted something less strenuous. I would definitely recommend booking the four day option. The last night and following morning are a kind of wind down from the (very) action packed first three days. I feel like it helped me to appreciate the experience more overall having that last night/day. You’ll also say goodbye to the three day participants so it is a smaller group at the end. I was also picked up/dropped off in Alice Springs and the drive is very scenic and didn’t seem long at all with everything to see. 10/10 highly recommend. If you are interested in seeing the red center up close and learning a TON about the area from a knowledgeable guide, book this tour right now:)
Written 4 November 2022
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Estella H
Melbourne, Australia6 contributions
Apr 2022 • Friends
We had the best time! The trip really builds and the sites are breathtaking, especially the sunrise walk at Watarrka. Our guide, James ‘Duffman’ Duffy was amazing. Very knowledgeable, warm, energetic and regaled us all with awesome chats, fun facts and stories at each site and on the bus rides in-between. We were always well fed (as vegetarians) and the outdoor camping experience was nothing short of authentic. Would highly recommend to anyone willing to brave the heat (of the bus), it is truly worth it! Thanks for having us!
*** If you’re interested in purchasing pieces from Anangu artists be sure to take cash with you! There are several artists at the sites who are selling their beautiful works, and opportunities for ATMs are few and far between on the way there.
*** If you’re interested in purchasing pieces from Anangu artists be sure to take cash with you! There are several artists at the sites who are selling their beautiful works, and opportunities for ATMs are few and far between on the way there.
Written 17 April 2022
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Qene D
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa2 contributions
Nov 2022 • Solo
Lauren , our experienced and knowledgeable tour guide, revealed a sublime experience of the Rock to Rock Tour.
Her light touch leadership skills, had us motivated, especially with the early morning starts, punctual and ahead of the larger crowds.
We were fortunate to see Uluru undercover of cloud/rain and sun, Kata Tjuta's magnificence and Kings Canyon waterfalls.
Although I'm not a camper, the opportunity to sleep under the stars in the outback must be seized and revered. Truly special.
A big thank you to the 24 strangers who became friends over the period in this culturally rich area.
Lauren, it was an absolute pleasure to experience your world. Thank you sharing your love for the area and duty of care you extend to tour participants. You're an absolute GEM!
Malgas Adventures thank you for the bang-for-buck tour that is fun, educational, interactive and beautifully planned and executed.
Her light touch leadership skills, had us motivated, especially with the early morning starts, punctual and ahead of the larger crowds.
We were fortunate to see Uluru undercover of cloud/rain and sun, Kata Tjuta's magnificence and Kings Canyon waterfalls.
Although I'm not a camper, the opportunity to sleep under the stars in the outback must be seized and revered. Truly special.
A big thank you to the 24 strangers who became friends over the period in this culturally rich area.
Lauren, it was an absolute pleasure to experience your world. Thank you sharing your love for the area and duty of care you extend to tour participants. You're an absolute GEM!
Malgas Adventures thank you for the bang-for-buck tour that is fun, educational, interactive and beautifully planned and executed.
Written 20 November 2022
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Cara J
Footscray, Victoria, Australia4 contributions
May 2022
This tour (Rock 2 Rock 4 days) was incredible and our experienced host, Ben an absolute champion. I am so glad we decided to book with Mulgas as we experienced the sheer magnificence and power of such natural wonders without the mental load of organising anything for ourselves. We also met incredible people along the way and had experiences at the camp sites that we would not have had in a hotel on our own. This is not glamping. You will get dirty and not miss any of the trappings of life at home. The surroundings are breathtaking and the simplicity of the Mulgas tour provides the opportunity to experience them to the full. Ben was an outstanding host and tour guide. Energetic, enthusiastic, experienced. He gifted us extra experiences that are not included in the tour itinerary and created an atmosphere where everyone pitched in to help. We felt genuine pity for the people on their posh Uluru Sunset tour eating tiny canapes and looking uncomfortable while we gathered around a rickety card table laden with biscuits, dips and sparkling, tucking in and enjoying one another's company from a higher vantage point that Ben guided us to. Vegetarians are SO well catered for. We had a protein option for every single meal and were never hungry. Foods were yummy, healthy, hearty and exactly what you felt like. (felafel wraps with salad, pasta with vegie mince and BBQ garlic bread, BBQ plant based schnitzel, Vegetarian Burgers, etc). Thank you to Ben and all the campers for an unforgettable experience. Highly recommended.
Written 9 June 2022
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G'day Cara!
Thanks for taking the time to share this top review. It's true, this is not glamping haha. We think group camping is about experiencing and achieving together which it sounds like you found rewarding! I loved the way you thanked all of your fellow campers too ;)
cheers!,
Dan and the Mulgas Team
Written 13 June 2022
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Mary F
20 contributions
Aug 2022 • Couples
I loved my experience on the Rock to Rock 4 day adventure! Laura is an excellent guide. Her knowledge of Indigenous culture is fantastic, she also made sure we left knowing all about the origin stories of Uluru & the geological history too! Aside from showing us Uluru, Laura is a truly incredible person. She makes the most delicious food; the food on the fire was the best! Apple crumble, damper, potatoes & BBQ, I'm a vegetarian & this is the first time I actually loved the BBQ! Laura makes sure we are the first ones up so we get the best views to the Uluru sunrise & sunset, she also makes sure we get our hikes done when the weather is nice & cool then we got the most incredible views as the sun was rising. Memories made for a lifetime! She creates a great little camping community making sure everyone mucks in helping with the cooking prep, clean up, wood collection & packing up the trailer. These bits though tiring, are the bits where you make strong friendships & really work together as a team. My highlight of the trip was Laura singing and playing guitar around the fire. I don't know where she gets the energy but I'm so glad she does. She has such a beautiful voice and I feel so lucky she was our guide! Thank you Mulgas! Strong Females Guides!!
Written 23 August 2022
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Mathias
Rudersdorf, Germany8 contributions
Nov 2022
I am still marveling at all the memories we've made during our 4 days rock to rock tour in the Australien outback.
Although I might have not met every single guide in central Australia, I am pretty sure Laura is the absolute best. The amount of effort she put into the tour, making everyone feel welcome and comfortable was just out of this world. She really went above and beyond. Laura is incredibly knowledgable about the history and culture of this special place, always friendly and helpful and knows all the tricks to be first in line to experience the sunrise at the best spots all over the park. And did I mention, that she is a great musician as well, giving everyone a wonderful night around the campfire.
The whole Mulgas Adventures trip has been amazing from start to finish and I can highly recommend it. In my opinion, it's simply the best way to experience the outback, sleeping in the swag unter the stars.
Although I might have not met every single guide in central Australia, I am pretty sure Laura is the absolute best. The amount of effort she put into the tour, making everyone feel welcome and comfortable was just out of this world. She really went above and beyond. Laura is incredibly knowledgable about the history and culture of this special place, always friendly and helpful and knows all the tricks to be first in line to experience the sunrise at the best spots all over the park. And did I mention, that she is a great musician as well, giving everyone a wonderful night around the campfire.
The whole Mulgas Adventures trip has been amazing from start to finish and I can highly recommend it. In my opinion, it's simply the best way to experience the outback, sleeping in the swag unter the stars.
Written 8 November 2022
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Tara Grant
5 contributions
Nov 2022 • Friends
What an amazing time we had exploring the Australian red centre with Mulga’s Adventures! From the moment we met our tour guide Laura, I knew we were in good hands. She is so organised and has this four day experience down to a fine art - music pumping on the bus to get us all into full Aussie outback mode, delicious cold snacks to help fuel us throughout the day, and plenty of knowledge about the traditional Aboriginal and geological history of the landscape. Laura is experienced, friendly, compassionate, and incredibly entertaining (gotta love a few Dad jokes along the way, right!). Although she has completed many tours, she understands how to make this once in a lifetime experience for her travellers unique.
We got to know our fellow travel companions by playing silly games, pitching in to prepare and cook meals, cleaning and tidying up together, collecting fire wood from the side of the road, and sleeping in swags outside under the stars. Laura is a very talented musician too, and kept us entertained until bed time with her guitar playing and singing. She then got us all up in the morning at a ridiculous hour in the best way possible (I’ll leave that as a little surprise) to get hiking and exploring the desert before the crowds and the heat made it impossible. Laura’s knowledge about the best times of day to do activities, and the best vantage spots to view Uluru, Kata Tjuta, King’s Canyon and more, made this trip so special. Sunrises, sunsets, photo opportunities along the way… everything is covered so we can enjoy the most out of each day.
I’m an indoor girl so I was a bit worried about how I would cope sleeping in the outdoors and using drop toilets. But Laura made the whole thing so much fun and so easy, I would definitely do this again! I loved getting to know the others on our tour group too; we had a blast! A trip I am so grateful to have taken, and one I will never forget.
We got to know our fellow travel companions by playing silly games, pitching in to prepare and cook meals, cleaning and tidying up together, collecting fire wood from the side of the road, and sleeping in swags outside under the stars. Laura is a very talented musician too, and kept us entertained until bed time with her guitar playing and singing. She then got us all up in the morning at a ridiculous hour in the best way possible (I’ll leave that as a little surprise) to get hiking and exploring the desert before the crowds and the heat made it impossible. Laura’s knowledge about the best times of day to do activities, and the best vantage spots to view Uluru, Kata Tjuta, King’s Canyon and more, made this trip so special. Sunrises, sunsets, photo opportunities along the way… everything is covered so we can enjoy the most out of each day.
I’m an indoor girl so I was a bit worried about how I would cope sleeping in the outdoors and using drop toilets. But Laura made the whole thing so much fun and so easy, I would definitely do this again! I loved getting to know the others on our tour group too; we had a blast! A trip I am so grateful to have taken, and one I will never forget.
Written 12 November 2022
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G'day Tara
We really appreciate your kind words and thorough review. This is really valuable feedback for our future guests to see.
What I loved most about your review was how you describe yourself as an indoor girl, but you loved it and you would do it again! We understand that we take people out of their usual comfort zone when we go camping in the outback. But as you know, that's how we achieve Outback Adventure of a Lifetime!
It's especially rewarding for our Guides to have this feedback. Thanks and best wishes from Laura and the team.
Written 20 November 2022
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Simon N
2 contributions
Aug 2022
A short but brilliant 4 day trip to Uluru made even better by Lauren our guide - one of the best.
She started with a group of strangers wide eyed and not knowing what to expect to a group very reluctant for the experience to end.
The information and knowledge Lauren imparted made the whole experience.
My partner and I did the Rock to Rock tour for 4 days and we were glad we did the longer trip as the one day made a huge difference.
If you want a pampered trip with people waiting on you then this is not the experience for you. If you don't mind a bit of work and pitching in and really getting to know the people you are experiencing the trip with and perhaps even making a few new friends and experiencing the outback then I would wholeheartedly recommend you book a trip and experience the outback first hand and up close.
She started with a group of strangers wide eyed and not knowing what to expect to a group very reluctant for the experience to end.
The information and knowledge Lauren imparted made the whole experience.
My partner and I did the Rock to Rock tour for 4 days and we were glad we did the longer trip as the one day made a huge difference.
If you want a pampered trip with people waiting on you then this is not the experience for you. If you don't mind a bit of work and pitching in and really getting to know the people you are experiencing the trip with and perhaps even making a few new friends and experiencing the outback then I would wholeheartedly recommend you book a trip and experience the outback first hand and up close.
Written 1 September 2022
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micka3
paris22 contributions
Sept 2021 • Couples
OMG, just came back from our 4 days 3 night adventure with Mulgas and I have no words to describe it, what an amazing part of Australia, I loved the itinerary offered, all the camp site were amazing especially the bush camp, it was really special to sleep in the bush. Our guide Janner was incredible, really friendly, attentive to everyone needs, super organised, great knowledge on Aboriginal culture and a great cook, he made the experience even more special.
I definitely recommend it to anyone in need to reconnect with nature and want to live a one life time experience.
Thank you again for your great work.
I definitely recommend it to anyone in need to reconnect with nature and want to live a one life time experience.
Thank you again for your great work.
Written 17 September 2021
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G'day Micka
Thank you very much for these kind words. It's lovely to see that our visitors appreciate so much about the Tour. And I love how you say "reconnect with nature".
Janner enjoys his job so much it's almost unnecessary to pay him to do it. He says thank you also.
Please come back someday
Cheers,
Dan
Written 18 October 2021
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Fiona T
27 contributions
Oct 2022
This was a spectacular, well organised, great value hiking tour of Uluru, Katja Tuta (The Olgas, Kings Canyon). We were lucky to have Laura as our guide, most professional, highly organised and passionate tour guide. What made this tour amazing was Laura's knowledge and attention to detail. She always ensured we were at the destinations ahead of other tours to get the best views, beat crowds to toilets and got to our destinations to enjoy the area without big crowds. We ate like kings and queens with plenty of food and special extras like champagne, dips & biscuits whilst watching sunset at Uluru, icy poles after a long walk and Tim Tam's and even a parting gift. This tour was fantastic value for money, not sure how they do it. The walks were not hard and achievable for all ages. If you are looking for the true outback experience this tour is for you. Highly recommend, just wish Mulgas had more tours so I could do them too.
Written 12 October 2022
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Hello there,
I was wondering if you have the possibility to store bulky baggage at the beginning of the trip to be picked up again on departure. Thanks!
Written 15 December 2019
Hi there, if you are staying and returning to accommodation in Alice Springs, yes you can leave you luggage safely. If you join the tour at Ayers Rock airport, your bulky luggage will experience every km and sunset with us ;)
Written 15 January 2020
Hello,
when is drop-off at Ayers Rock airport on the fourth day? Could one still fly out to Sydney that day?
Written 17 October 2018
G'day! We can drop you at Ayers Rock airport by 10am on the 4th day ;)
Written 21 November 2018
albinamel
Melbourne, Australia
hello there,
I just need to confirm that if we are flying to Uluru from Melbourne and staying at the resort can you pick us up and drop at the resort?
Thankyou
Written 13 September 2017
They sure can! Yulara is such a small town centre and our guide was very flexible with dropping people off to resorts/hotels/Uluru airport. Just need to let them know before your trip so they can plan accordingly.
Written 26 September 2017
Hi, do you have tours for visitors arriving at Ayers Rock Airport on midday day and departing from Ayers Rock Airport the next day afternoon?
Written 14 May 2017
Hi, thanks for your query. Our shortest tour is our 3 day Rock trip that can start in Ayers Rock, but will finish in Alice Springs on day 3. You could always join the 3 day trip and we can leave you at Ayers Rock instead of you joining us the the 2nd night. The cost will be the same though as it is a seat taken.
Cheers
Written 14 May 2017
I'm planning to do this trip last week of December. How hot does it get? Can you give me an idea of how much time is spent in the bus vs. hiking/walking in the sun? Does it cool down quickly in the evening at camp sites? I really want to experience Uluru but unfortunately sensitive to heat and UV. I'm trying to see if I can do this trip or need to change plans.
Thanks
Written 12 December 2015
Hi Anne, I went in early November and it already got to be around 40 degrees Celsius by about 11 am. The good news is that my tour guide had us out of the hiking and onto the bus by 11 the 2nd and 3rd day. I did the for days and three night tour which includes Uluru, Kata tjuta, and kings canyon. The trip is set up in such a way that we were done hiking by around 11 am every day so that we miss the bulk of the heat. That being said, it gets hotter during summer (December) so I might recommend going in July (winter) is you have a real problem with heat. That being said, it was completely worth it and the worst part was actually the flies, not the heat. During the night it cools down a bit,bit I just slept on top of my swag and sleeping bag because it was still relatively warm, but by the middle of the night it was considerably cooler. On the tour, we woke up before sunrise so the driving in the afternoon is actually really nice because we got to sleep on the bus and then be ready for evening activities. I hope this helps!! Just make sure to buy a fly night for hiking!
Written 14 December 2015
hello! i read you comment about the mulgas tour to ayers rock in australia. i saw that you did the tour in august and i would like to do the same tour next summer.
i wanted to ask you how cold was in the night, as i read that temperatures can drop below zero.
is the cold bearable?
thanks!
Written 5 December 2015
Hi Nik
It can be quite cool in August a t night but you can hire a sleeping bag which is rated to -7 degrees so you will be very warm. bring a beanie and warm socks and you will be fine.
Written 9 December 2015
Is this suitable for a family ? We have 2 children
Ages 9 and 5 and would love to do something like this. Thanks
Written 29 June 2015
Hi they have an age limit of 18 to 49
Written 8 July 2015
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