Access:
• * Itineraries may vary and/or attractions be substituted for any cause including seasonal conditions, weather extremes, and traditional owner/national park requirements. Please see terms and conditions of travel for full details.


Age and Fitness Level
• For our camping tours the minimum age is 8 and for all other tours a minimum age of 2 applies.
• Children aged 8 years and over are welcome on our tour. Price for Children aged 8-15.
• All travellers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who will be responsible for their care.
• Any packages that include dorm accommodation are not available for children, however we can create a suitable package for families upon request.
• We have no upper age limit on our tours, although some trips can be physically demanding.
• For our camping tours, a real spirit of adventure and a medium level of fitness is required as the tours are fast paced.
• It is important to note that Central Australia experiences extreme weather conditions during summer.
• Participation is required from passengers on our camping tours for things such as meal preparation and firewood collection (as requested by guide).


What should I bring on tour? Day Tours
• Travel voucher, • water bottle (capacity 1.5 litres), • strong non-slip walking shoes, hat (wide brimmed is best), • flynet, • sunglasses, • sunscreen, camera, • casual and comfortable clothing (cool, light clothing is best in summer and warm clothing for winter), • travel pillow (longer day tours), • swim wear & towel (West MacDonnell Ranges day tours, during summer), • cash for purchasing dot painting directly from artists at sunset (Uluru day tours).

What should I bring on tour? Camping Tours
• Travel voucher, • 2 x 1.5 litres of water (per person), • sleeping bag (can be hired for $20/person,• must be requested at time of booking), • strong non-slip walking shoes, • hat (wide brimmed is best), • fly net, • sunglasses, • sunscreen, • toiletries,• torch (flash light), • swim wear(warmer months), • towel, • camera, • casual and comfortable clothing (cool, light clothing is best in summer and warm clothing for winter),• travel pillow, • a small overnight bag (please leave your luggage at your Alice Springs accommodation due to space limitations on the minibus).

What should I bring on tour? 2 Day Tours
• Travel voucher, • water bottle (2 x 1.5 litre), • strong non-slip walking shoes, • hat (wide brimmed is best), • flynet, • sunglasses, • sunscreen, • camera, • casual and comfortable clothing (cool, light clothing is best in summer and warm clothing for winter), • ravel pillow, • cash for purchasing dot painting directly from artists at sunset.


What fitness level is required?
• We have no upper age limit on our tours, although some trips can be physically demanding.
• For our camping tours, a real spirit of adventure and a medium level of fitness is required as the tours are fast paced.
• It is important to note that Central Australia experiences extreme weather conditions during summer.
• A real spirit of adventure and a medium level of fitness is required. There is a lot to see over the 2-3 days and this tour can be fast paced at times. Participation is required for passengers on our camping tours for things such as meal preparation and firewood collection (as requested by the guide).


Default Pickup Point:
• The default pick up point is where we will meet you for your tour, unless you or your travel agent requests an alternative location (contact our Reservations team for more information). It is your responsibility to contact us with your preferred pick up point well ahead of departure. We do not take responsibility for missed tours if we have not been advised of an alternative in advance and you are not at the default location on time.


Flights:
• We recommend guests arrive on the Jetstar or Virgin Australia flights into Ayers Rock.
• *Clients joining at Ayers Rock airport or resort will do so after lunch and therefore is not included.
• Please be dressed in comfortable walking clothing and footwear, have a water bottle and hat with sunscreen when boarding tour at Ayers Rock Resort or airport.
• Please ensure you have had lunch prior to your collection as we will be travelling straight to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to start the afternoon's sightseeing.

What are the departure and arrival times?
• This may vary from trip to trip so please refer to your tour quote
• Alice Springs pick-ups: approximately 5:45am.
• Ayers Rock Resort pick-ups: Outback Pioneer Lodge approximately 1:15pm Oct-Mar & 1:30pm Apr-Sep


Flights:
• Ayers Rock Airport pick-ups: approximately 1pm Oct-Mar & 2pm Apr-Sep
3 Day Camping Trip: Between 1 April and October, for pick-ups from Outback Pioneer Hotel or Ayers Rock Airport, lunch is not included. As soon as passengers are picked up, the tour will go straight to the National Park.


Return:
• We return to Alice Springs at approximately 5:30pm on thelast day.
• If you have booked an Ayers Rock finish, you will arrive at approximately 5:30pm.

• Whilst we always aim to get you to the airport on time, delays which are out of our hands may occur. These may include, but not limited to; Traffic delays, road closures, vehicle breakdowns and accidents. Wayoutback will not be liable or responsible for any missed fights and always recommend travel insurance.


Luggage
• Due to limited space on the vehicle please restrict luggage to a day pack and one soft overnight bag/backpack (maximum 10kg). Excess luggage should be stored at your Alice Springs accommodation. If commencing at Ayers Rock please ensure you have an overnight bag/backpack with the items you require for the 2 days packed inside as your large luggage will be stored in the vehicle and not accessible during the safari.

Tour must be reconfirmed 48 hours prior to departure:
• Safaris must be reconfirmed 48 hours prior to departure to confirm pick-up location and time by phone direct with the tour operator - (Details of the tour operator is on your E-Ticket).

Travel Insurance is highly recommended:
• Emu Run Experience recommends that all travellers take out travel insurance to protect you from costs of illness, injury and cancellation fees.
• Travel insurance is compulsory for all international travellers and should be taken out at the time of booking.
• We recommend Australian citizens take out a domestic travel insurance policy which covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects.
• However, travellers may be expected to sign a waiver before commencing their tour acknowledging that they are aware of the increased risks associated with Adventure Travel and that they understand that the operator will not be held responsible for any loss, damage, delay, accident or injury sustained whilst on tour. (please see our terms for further information)


Authority on Tour
• Each of our tours is run by a tour guide who will be in charge of making decisions relating to the safety and well-being of the group. Any passengers who do not comply with the tour guides decisions or act in a manner where they may interfere with the safety or well-being of others in the group may be asked to leave the tour. No refund will be given under these circumstances.


Acceptance of Risk
• While on tour you will be visiting places where the dangers and challenges will be greater than those present in daily lives. There may be a higher degree of personal risk due to participation on the tour. You acknowledge and accept that your decision to travel on our tour is made in light of consideration of this and you are aware of the personal risks involved.


Complaints and Cliams
• Please inform your tour guide if you have a complaint about your trip so that they have the opportunity to rectify the matter. If the matter is not resolved, please contact us in writing after your tour.



Dietary Requirements and on Tour Participation: Special Dietary requirements and allergies
• Our menu is designed for both carnivores and vegetarians. If you are have any special dietary needs or allergies, please contact us to discuss this at time of booking as you may need to provide your own supplementary food/ snacks depending on your specific dietary need or allergy. • If you have any allergies, please carry the necessary medication. Many dietary requirements are catered for in our standard menus. .• Our safaris are active participation based tours. We rely on the good will of all passengers to make them a success.
•This includes your assistance in the preparation of meals, washing up, gathering firewood and loading/unloading vehicles.


Meals Included: All meals (as listed on itineraries)
Meal Abbreviations: • B = Breakfast, • L = Lunch, • D = Dinner.
We provide healthy, quality meals on our tours. We are able to cater for one of the following special dietary requests upon request: vegetarian, gluten free or dairy free. If you have a food allergy (e.g. peanuts) please advise at the time of booking and carry any necessary medication with you on tour.

Luggage: • Due to limited space on the vehicle please restrict luggage to one day pack and one soft overnight bag/backpack. Excess luggage should be stored at your accommodation before departing.

Physical fitness suggested ratings:
Alongside every trip we have included physical ratings. These are designed to give you an idea of how demanding (or not) each trip is.
1 out of 5: Leisurely paced day trips. Minimal physical exertion required.
2 out of 5: Two and three day trips that include easy walking.
3 out of 5: Short participatory-level camping trips, walks that’ll get your heart rate up and extended periods in the elements.
4 out of 5: Fairly basic camping on most nights, limited amenities and some long (and challenging) walks. A high level of fitness required.
5 out of 5: The hardest of the hardcore. Long trips to remote destinations with limited facilities. Excellent health and fitness is essential.
• What fitness level is required? A real spirit of adventure and a medium level of fitness is required.
• 2 and 3 Day - There is a lot to see over the 2 or 3 days and this tour can be fast paced at times. It is important to note that Central Australia experiences extreme weather conditions during summer. Participation is required for passengers on our camping tours for things such as meal preparation and firewood collection (as requested by the guide).