Visitor safety and responsibilities
Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park is a beautiful but harsh environment. In accordance with Tjukurpa (traditional law) and the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 and Regulations 2000, visitors are requested to be respectful of the Park's World Heritage values and to enjoy themselves in an appropriate manner by following all instructions on signs, regulations and directions of Park staff. This will help ensure your safety and protect the unique natural and cultural landscape for future generations.
During your visit to the Park please follow these safety warnings:
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Stay on the marked tracks at all times. |
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Always walk or climb with another person. |
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Carry and drink one litre of water for every hour you walk or climb in hot weather. |
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Wear sturdy, rubber-soled boots or shoes, a hat with a secure strap, a long sleeved shirt, and maximum protection sunscreen. |
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In very hot weather walk only in the coolest part of the day. |
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Do not climb or do a strenuous walk if you have: High or low blood pressure, heart problems, breathing problems, a fear of heights, or if you are not reasonably fit. |
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Do not try to retrieve things that have dropped or blown way from the climbing track. |
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Do not drink alcohol or eat a large meal before you walk or climb. |
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Obey all safety directions, notices and warning signs. |
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If you feel ill or have been injured, stay where you are and tell someone to contact the Ranger. |
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There are 8 emergency radio alarms located around the Park:
See also: Maps page for detailed maps showing locations |
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Look for the Emergency Radio Symbol (A white cross on a green background) |
Looking after the environment
- Leave everything as you find it - including branches on trees, sand and rocks.
- Take your litter away and dispose of it appropriately.
- Camping is not permitted within the park however sites are available at Yulara and Curtin Springs.
- Do not light fires within the Park. Gas barbeques are allowed.
- Leave animals alone, observe them only.
- Let the dingos and native animals live naturally. Please do not feed them as unnatural foods cause disease and lead to dependence on humans.
- Leave your pets at home - pets are not permitted in the Park.
- Drive only on bitumen roads and in the designated car parks.
- Please leave plants (including firewood), pets, chainsaws, firearms and other potential weapons outside the Park.
Cultural Respect
- Sacred sites and the Mutitjulu community are only to be entered by authorised people.
- Photography, videoing or painting of a sacred site or the Cultural Centre is strictly prohibited for cultural reasons.
- Images of Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park can only be published with a Permit.
- Many Aboriginal people do not want their photo taken.
Do not photograph people without their permission.
Roads and Tracks
- Anangu do not climb Uluru and strongly encourage you to respect this by making a conscious decision not to climb. If you choose to climb Uluru, only climb when the path is open. The climb is closed when the weather is potentially dangerous, when rescues are occurring and occasionally for cultural reasons.
- Only walk on the Valley of the Winds track when the path is open.
- Stop at the Park Entrance Station, each time you enter the Park, to show your entry ticket.
- Stay on authorised sealed roads and marked tracks.
- Observe speed limits and other road laws.
- Double or single yellow lines on the road edge indicate no parking or overtaking.
- Please note that rock climbing, abseiling, BASE jumping and parachuting are prohibited.
Other Considerations
- Permits are required to undertake any commercial activity - including filming, photography, painting, tours and public gatherings.
- Comply with safety directions given by a Ranger. Obey all warning and safety signs.
- Carry your park ticket and/or permit with you at all times. Please produce your ticket or permit if asked by a Ranger and give your name and address if required.
- Please be considerate of other visitors
