Uluru!!!!!!

Trip Start Feb 28, 2009
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Trip End Aug 06, 2009


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Flag of Australia  , Northern Territory,
Saturday, March 28, 2009

GD: After a night underground at Coober Pedy we were off to Uluru (Ayers Rock) for sunset.  It was a long day of driving with a few stops for lunch with flies, emus, and toilets.  We finally made it to Uluru with enough time to take a few snapshots before sunset.  We had biscuits (crackers) and dips and sparkling wine out of plastic mugs.  We camped out in swags which is like a roll out canvas mattress.  Our guide (Outback Nick) assured us nothing could climb up the side of the swag and that we were perfectly safe.  Not too sure about that but it was awesome to sleep under the stars in the middle of the outback.  We saw several shooting stars and heard some dingoes before falling asleep. 

The next morning we went back to Uluru for sunrise. We witnessed the sacred site from darkness then through shades of brillant red from the sun. We had an option of taking the 8km base walk or climb up to the top.  Since this is a sacred site to the Aboriginal tribe that inhabit the lhand, they ask that you do not climb.  We did the basshae walk and one person did the climb. Uluru is a majestic sight to behold, the energy permeating the area is awesome. After all it is just one giant red rock in the middle of nowhere but for some reason it is stunning and an absolute highlight of the trip.  After the walk we went to Kata Tjuta for a short 2km return walk. 
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boomerbush
boomerbush on Apr 6, 2009 at 02:45PM

Out of the Outback
Looks like you are having a great time. I love your pictures. When you're sweating think of us in 35* high today, for our nice Spring day.
Love Mom and Dad

dsdavis1965
dsdavis1965 on Apr 6, 2009 at 10:04PM

Good Afternoon!
Loved the pictures and enjoyed the beautiful scenery. Looks like you both are having a fantastic time, and meeting so many new people. And you both getting up at 5am or earlier...quite AMAZING!!
Love you both! Mom and Dad D.

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