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Ayers Rock or Uluru is one of Australia's most recognisable tourist attractions, and CarHire.com.au can help you book a rental car, so you can explore this iconic destination. The large monolith is distinctive red sandstone, over one kilometre in height with just over 300 metres visible above the ground.
Book a rental car if you're headed to Uluru, for there are definitely so many opportunities to learn about the amazing Aboriginal culture. Here are some of the reasons why customers want to book their rental cars with us.
Located virtually in the middle of Australia, Uluru is a destination with soaring temperatures in Summer and below-freezing night temperatures during winter. For that reason, most think the best time to visit Uluru is during March, April, May and October to November.
Rental cars are accessible both at the Ayers Rock Airport and in Alice Springs, which is 280 miles driving distance from the Ayers Rock. A trip in your rental car will prove to enlightening, and will open your eyes to the wonders of the area. Having spiritual significance to the Aboriginal culture, it is best to know where you can travel around the rock, so as not to offend their traditions.
Uluru holds significant importance, and is sacred to the local Aboriginal people. Many stories from the “dreamtime” describe the moment that the rock was created. On a trip to Uluru with your rental car, you have the opportunity to learn about bush tucker, and hear other dreamtime stories.
The most popular vehicle class in Uluru is a Mitsubishi ASX or similar based on recent bookings by customers.
Avis, Hertz and Thrifty have car rental counters at the arrivals area of the airport.
You need to be 25 years old to hire a car in Canberra. However, some companies accept 21-year-old drivers but they need to pay a young driver surcharge.
Not necessarily. 2WD and AWD cars are considered suitable for most standard journeys in Uluru, however, if you’re planning to travel along rougher roads a 4WD is recommended.
Check with your hire car company at the time of booking or collection for any restrictions on where you can and cannot drive while in Uluru and surrounds before setting out on your road trip.