Uluru is highly significant and culturally important. That’s why it’s important to be respectful.
Uluru is very culturally significant to the indigenous culture. Here’s how you can visit Australia’s most famous monolith, whilst being respectful of the Anangu culture.
Don’t climb Uluru
As of 26th October 2019, Uluru was closed for climbing, and visitors were not permitted to climb it.
Uluru is a sacred site for the Anangu People. Try and avoid climbing it and stay on the paths that are designated for guided tours.
Try not to touch or take photos of these restricted areas, and try not to take pictures of the artwork here – it is offensive to do so. Take photos only with permission from guides or from a particular distance away. The sunset and sunrise viewing areas are suitable for photography, but getting photos up close is considered disrespectful.
Stay on the paths
Try not to deviate from the paths and remain in the same pathways that go around the site on a guided tour. Take the Maja Walk, and learn about the Anangu culture from a guide.
The Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park is significant for the Anangu people. Therefore, it’s really important to keep it safe and to respect the area.
Don’t touch the rock
There are artworks and engravings in the rocks that have been there for thousands of years. These markings are incredibly special and rare, and therefore respect the ancient culture by not touching the rock and artwork.
Learn about the Anangu culture
Learn about the belief systems of the Anangu people, and soak up the chronology of Maja creation, which describes how Uluru came to be. Learn about the ceremonial practices, rituals, music, artwork, travel, and the connection to the land, plants and animals.
Leave no trace
Don’t leave any litter behind – use the rubbish bins that are there around the park, and make sure you don’t leave any marks behind on the landscape
It’s really important to keep Uluru as clean as possible, both to preserve nature and to respect its culture. If you follow all of these respectful practices, you’ll be able to enjoy the beauty and cultural significance of Uluru without disturbing or being offensive to the traditional custodians.
Support local
If you purchase any souvenirs or art, buy from indigenous owned businesses and local artists. This will help you support the community and acknowledge the local culture of the traditional custodians.
For more information, follow our Guide to Uluru.
Managing Director at Sightseeing Tours Australia
Cameron Ward turned his travel passion into a thriving Australian tourism business. Before he co-founded his own business, Sightseeing Tours Australia, he was enjoying being a Melbourne tour guide. Even now, Cameron delights in helping visitors from all around the world get the most out of their incredible Australian trip. You’ll see Cameron leading tours or writing about his favourite Australian places where he shares his local insights.