Erldunda, Northern Territories
The route will cover:
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The journey to Uluru would take 752 Kilometres from Coober Pedy, which on reflection appeared to be too far for one day, so we decided to stay over for the night at Erldunda (This location also marked our first stop in the Northern Territories having left Coober Pedy in South Australia). We enquired about pre-booking however the guys at the location said there was no need, they would “show us a space where we could park”.
It is at this point that we head West leaving the Stuart Highway, having passed through Marla (where the Oodnadatta Track starts or finishes), Indulkana and Ghan, and continue on the Lasseter Highway to Uluru.
It’s also a good spot to fuel up the Prado!
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The caravan park:
Erldunda Desert Oaks Resort
Desert Oaks Resort
Corner Stuart & Lasseter Highways
(P.M.B. 25)
Erldunda NT 0872
Australia
Corner Stuart & Lasseter Highways
(P.M.B. 25)
Erldunda NT 0872
Australia
Facilities:
Desert Oaks Resort has a full range of guest facilities to make your stay a relaxed and enjoyable one. After a long day exploring the surrounding region return to Desert Oaks for a relaxing drink in the bar or a delicious meal.
Features include:
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Petrol - $2.01 per litre!!!!!!
Mobile and TV reception:
Mobile coverage
- Optus: ‘SOS’ only
- Telstra broadband dongle - Maximum strength
TV reception includes:
- 1 Analogue TV station - poor reception
Rates:
Caravan Park Site Single (Unpowered)
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$11.00
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1 night
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Caravan Park Site Double (Unpowered)
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$22.00
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1 night
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Extra Adult
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$10.00 per person
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1 night
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Extra Child
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$8.00 per person
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1 night
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Power
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$10.00
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1 night
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Caravan Parking
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$5.00
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1 night
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Surrounding area:
The Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park is jointly managed by the traditional land owners Anangu people and Parks Australia. It is a world heritage listed park featuring the world famous monolith Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kata Tjuta (The Olgas). We’ll get a first hand view of this area when we leave tomorrow.
Flies have started to dictate their presence so it’s a case of searching for a fly-nets to cover our heads.
Elrdunda is basically a road house which has expanded into the inclusion of a caravan park and necessary amenities.
There is very little in the way of photo shoots in close proximity as it is intended for people wanting to see Uluru (Ayres Rock) to use the road house as a cheaper base station than that offered at the Uluru resort.
The day of our arrival was a sunny and warm day. It wasn't long before the chairs were placed outside the caravan and a cold can of Guinness was sampled. The it was off to the Emu pen .........
Elrdunda is basically a road house which has expanded into the inclusion of a caravan park and necessary amenities.
There is very little in the way of photo shoots in close proximity as it is intended for people wanting to see Uluru (Ayres Rock) to use the road house as a cheaper base station than that offered at the Uluru resort.
The day of our arrival was a sunny and warm day. It wasn't long before the chairs were placed outside the caravan and a cold can of Guinness was sampled. The it was off to the Emu pen .........
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| The contained Emu's |
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| The one that got away! |
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| Note the Emu on the OUTSIDE of the fence - He decided to take on Buddy - Buddy withdrew gracefully! |
Liz had her first stint at driving the rig and did an excellent job. Mind you, when faced with two wide loads coming in the other direction, taking up both side of the road, a measure of mild panic set in. However Liz pulled over onto the shoulder and graciously allowed to the trucks to pass.
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