The last post! Kings Canyon and Uluru.

This is to be the last post, as we are now on our way home. Didn't spend as long away as we thought, but have plenty to do at home.

We visited Kings Canyon and did a couple of smaller walks, then the next day got up before the sun to do the 3.5 hour canyon rim walk. The first 150m or so is straight up steps and pretty tiring, after that it gets easier, although there is still a bit of up and down. It was really worth it, the views were spectacular.

There you go kids, proof Nanny did indeed climb the Canyon, this was right before the hard bit that left me totally knackered!

Some of the amazing views from atop the canyon.

And this pic below is one Garry couldn't resist- the price of diesel, which we didn't buy! 

And at $4.50 for one litre of milk we didn't buy that either. Strangely enough Garry only bought one beer at dinner $8.50.

Uluru (Ayers Rock)

Absolutely loved Uluru and Kata Tjuta (the Olga's). Garry was very disappointed that while we were there it was windy, so the rock was closed for climbing. However, I proudly signed the "I did not climb the rock" register. They have requests everywhere asking you not to climb it, and when you take the time to learn about the spiritual significance of the rock to the Indigenous people, I figure it's fair enough. We did do the 11km base walk, which was amazing. You really do feel like an insignificant speck of dust in the shadow of this ancient monolith. I had no idea that there are waterholes at the base of the rock, and caves too. Was intrigued by the old cave paintings and smoke stains in one cave where the elders used to gather. I can honestly say that Uluru was one place where I really did get "the feeling". Unfortunately the only feeling Garry got was annoyance at not being able to climb it. I have had to give up on him ever developing any sort of spiritual awareness that does not involve alcohol, lol.

The Rock, in case you've never seen it,lol.

One of the waterholes, pic doesn't do it justice, felt like a magical place.

Heading off for the base walk, yep it was cold!

Kata Tjuta (the Olga's)

Another day, another bunch of rocks to climb over, through or around. This only took us 2 hours for this lovely view.

Thanks to everyone for following our trip. We are now making our way home. If you are one of our friends or family you may want to avoid us for a while. Garry has 4000 photos he just can't wait to show you ;)