Uluru Base Walk — Attraction in Petermann

Looking down from the climb at ULURU .. if you haven't seen this view in real life .. you never will!! .. because the climb is now officially closed .. it has always looked easier to climb in pictures than it actually is .. as it is truly death-defying & terrifying .. & has claimed many more lives than the humble tribute plaques at the base .. from the base to Chicken Rock is a few hundred metres .. then you have to scale across from the top of Chicken Rock to the start of the chain .. if you fall you're dead .. then the chain was around knee height all the way up with sheer drops on each side .. then at the top of the chain is a ledge where this picture is taken .. then you have to be assisted up off the steep ledge & slide up & down across deep craters on the top which falls away to sheer drops each side with nothing but a dotted line painted on the rock .. like Mt Everest but stinking hot .. & when people would fall usually trying to catch a dropped camera or hat etc .. because the rock surface is like razor sharp snakeskin the bodies would end up in several pieces in different locations & they had to be retrieved by the ULURU KATA TJUTA...

Amazing walk. Feels great to feel Uluṟu energy again. Did the ranger walk with a native Aussie. Was a really good experience especially being able to share some of his Personnal experience. One little downside is the young fellas ranger seemed a tad uninterested. What a shame as he could take the opportunity to learn and assist him in his duty even making sure no one make noise around and then one day will tell the stories too. But nah, just standing up looking at the sky… Anyway, the base walk would be a lot nicer too if you ban all the push bikes and segways. Pushbike rider doesn’t give the way and even abused my elderly mum. There’s no room for both and bike must stay on the road and away from the footpath and respect all the people around. It’s called a base walk for a reason NOT a...

🥾 The Uluṟu Base Walk is a 10.5 km loop that circles the iconic rock, offering a close-up look at its stunning features. But don’t let the distance fool you—it’s a challenging trek, especially in summer when shade is scarce and the sandy terrain adds to the effort. Hydration is key, so pack plenty of water and electrolytes, wear sturdy walking shoes, and pace yourself with breaks along the way. It can easily take over 3 hours, and a decent level of fitness helps. Starting from a quieter parking area was a smart move, and for those seeking something shorter, there are three other walks to explore. A rewarding experience if you’re prepared for the conditions. Please respect the no...