Segway Plus Walking Combo

Glide by Segway around much of Uluru's base, then step off to walk among caves and rock-art sites with a guide who shares their stories.

Overview

This tour pairs two ways of seeing Uluru: a guided Segway ride along a scenic stretch of the base, and guided walks into caves, gorges and the Mutitjulu Waterhole. It runs for roughly four to five hours, hotel transfers are included, and the whole thing is led in English by guides who handle the training before anyone sets off.

The shape of the day is straightforward. After pickup from one of four meeting points around the resort, you ride a coach out to the rock, walk the Kantju Gorge area with a guide, then get fitted onto a Segway with a safety briefing and a practice session. Once everyone is comfortable, the group cruises a section of the base by Segway, stopping to hear about Anangu culture, the plants and animals, the geology, and the European history of the area. The walk into Mutitjulu Waterhole follows, before the coach returns you to your accommodation.

It suits travellers aged 12 and over, since children under 12 cannot participate. Reviewers who had never ridden a Segway before said the practice track made it easy, so prior experience is not needed.

What's Included

Itinerary

1. Hotel pickupPickup is offered from four locations: Sails in the Desert, Desert Gardens Hotel, Outback Pioneer Bar and Bottle Shop, and Ayers Rock Campground.
2. Coach to UluruA bus transfer of 30 minutes takes the group from the resort to the rock.
3. Kantju Gorge walkA guided tour of 45 minutes explores the gorge and caves on the Mala Walk, with commentary on local culture.
4. Short transferA 10-minute bus ride moves the group to the Segway base area.
5. Segway rideTraining and a practice ride come first, then a 1.5-hour guided Segway tour covering a scenic section of Uluru's base.
6. Mutitjulu WaterholeA guided 30-minute walk into the waterhole, described by the operator as one of Uluru's lesser-known spots.
7. Return transferA 30-minute coach ride back, with drop-off at the same four resort locations.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will make the day smoother, from footwear rules to what the terrain is actually like under the Segway wheels.

• Closed-toe shoes. Closed-toe shoes are required, and the listing states that anyone in flip-flops or open-toed shoes will not be allowed to take part.
• Training first. No Segway experience is needed. Several reviewers said they had never ridden one before and found the practice track and demo made it easy to pick up before the group headed out.
• Uneven ground. The paths around the base are not perfectly smooth. One reviewer noted the terrain was a little uneven, so ride at a comfortable pace and follow the guide's instructions.
• Sun protection. Bring sunglasses, a sun hat, and water, all listed on the tour's what to bring list. The tour spends several hours outdoors.
• Park entry ticket. A Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park entry ticket is not included and must be bought in advance by every guest. Budget and plan for this separately.
• Waiver and ages. This is classed as an adventure tour, so participants sign a waiver. The recommended age range is 12 to 65, and children under 12 cannot join.

Common issues. The most frequent criticism in reviews is that the Segway portion feels short, with some travellers saying they would have liked more riding time. One reviewer reported that a person in their group fell on the uneven terrain, a reminder that this is not a risk-free activity even after training. The national park entry ticket is an extra cost on top of the tour price, and children under 12 cannot join. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the tour.

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