Uluru Base Walk
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While it’s still cloudy the next day, the weather doesn’t damper our 10k base walk around Ayers Rock. There’s a smile plastered on my face the whole time we walk in the shadow of this sacred giant. Continue reading
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Ayers Rock… In the Rain
I’ve waited for years to see Uluru with my own eyes. The day has finally come… and with it, clouds and rain. Boo! Continue reading
Towering Giants in Kata Tjuta
Our second hike in the Outback is at Kata Tjuta National Park. While it’s less known than neighbor Uluru, its elaborate rock formations are equally impressive. Continue reading
Climbing Kings Canyon
Kings Canyon hosts our first of three major hikes in the Outback. Just don’t get too close to the edge… it’s a long way down. Continue reading
It’s a Joey!
It’s day one of my Outback tour and our first stop is at a zoo where I see my first baby kangaroo of the trip. Check out this little joey in his (or her) mama’s pouch. Continue reading
Alice Springs: Gateway to the Outback
Alice Springs is a major hub in the Red Center of Australia. Photos from the plane ride in demonstrate how this area got its name. Continue reading