Discover Sails in the Desert, the best family-focussed option for your visit to the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park.
Location:
Nestled within Australia famous Ayers Rock Resort, Sails in the Desert offers a stylish base just a short drive from Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Its central location provides easy access to the park's iconic landmarks and cultural experiences.
Rooms:
The hotel boasts 228 elegantly appointed rooms and suites, each featuring Indigenous artwork and modern amenities. Accommodation options include Superior Rooms with king or queen beds, offering a blend of comfort and style.
Amenities:
Guests can enjoy a range of facilities, including the Red Ochre Spa for relaxation, an unheated resort-style pool, and a tennis court. Dining options include the Ilkari Restaurant, Walpa Lobby Bar, and Pira Pool Bar, each offering unique Australian flavours and regional wines.
Activities:
The resort provides complimentary shuttle services to explore the surrounding area. Guests can partake in Indigenous cultural activities or visit the Mulgara Gallery.
Sustainability:
Sails in the Desert is committed to sustainable practices, including the use of solar panels and native landscaping. The resort also supports Indigenous employment and local businesses, contributing positively to the region's economy.
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January
A month of extremely hot weather. Celebrate summer on Sydney’s beaches, explore the Great Barrier Reef, or enjoy the Australian Open in Melbourne. Tasmania is also perfect for hiking in mild weather.
February
Very hot, but lively in the southern parts of the country. Head to South Australia for the Adelaide Fringe Festival or Western Australia for the Perth Fringe Festival. Visit Kangaroo Island for wildlife and dramatic coastlines, or dive Ningaloo Reef for manta rays. Northern end is humid and wet.
March
Things start to cool down in the Southeast: enjoy Melbourne’s food and wine scene, hike the Blue Mountains. Alternatively, head north to spot wildlife in Kakadu as the Wet Season eases.
April
Visit Uluru for clear desert skies, explore Margaret River’s wineries, or catch whale sharks at Ningaloo. Tasmania’s wilderness is beautiful in autumn colours.
May
Ideal for the Red Centre and Top End: cooler and drier. Explore Kakadu and Litchfield. Southern states are great for city breaks in Sydney or Melbourne.
June
Ski season starts in the Snowy Mountains. Queensland offers sunny escapes, from the Whitsundays to the Daintree. Western Australia’s Kimberley region is at its best.
July
Perfect time for whale watching along the east coast. Explore Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef, or cruise the Kimberley’s remote gorges and waterfalls.
August
Northern Australia is dry and sunny: visit Darwin’s Mindil Markets, Kakadu, and Arnhem Land. Enjoy stargazing at Uluru or explore the Great Barrier Reef islands.
September
Spring blooms in Western Australia’s wildflower regions. Visit Perth, Rottnest Island, or Margaret River. Sydney warms up, perfect for harbour cruises and coastal walks
October
Great time for Sydney’s Sculpture by the Sea and whale watching. Visit Tasmania’s wilderness, or explore Melbourne and the nearby Yarra Valley wineries.
November
Early summer brings perfect conditions for the Whitsundays and Great Barrier Reef. Explore the Great Ocean Road or enjoy wine regions like Barossa Valley.
December
Celebrate Christmas on the beach in Sydney, Perth, or Adelaide. Watch the Sydney to Hobart yacht race. Catch the Ashes cricket tournament in either Perth, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane, or Sydney. Tasmania offers hiking, while tropical Queensland is lush and vibrant.
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