Imagine the classic view of Australia: lying amongst the stars with Uluru over your head and over your senses. Guests at The Outback BBQ may experience a different kind of Aussie food in one of the most beautiful places on earth. But unfortunately, it doesn’t last long. This is an out-of-this-world night that combines everything rustic about an Aussie Barbie with everything beautiful about the Australian desert. Whether you’re a local or a visitor to this country, this will be a journey into the food and culture of Australia.
Dining
BBQ dinner
Outback BBQ offers the experience of a traditional Australian barbecue dinner. This is not just a meal but a piece of Australian culture and outdoor cooking. Guests enjoy Australian meats like lean kangaroo, juicy beef steaks and gourmet sausages cooked on the flames. There are salads and roasted vegetables and more traditional side dishes like damper bread baked in the coals. You can wash it all down with an Australian wine, a beer or a soft drink. Each dish is made with the quality of ingredients and flavours that are real Australian.
What’s an Aussie BBQ?
The unique thing about an Aussie BBQ is the combination of the traditional with local ingredients. Australian barbies are served with locally sourced birds like kangaroo and emu instead of chicken and turkey. Cuisines are cooked with bush culinary herbs and spices like wattleseed and lemon myrtle to give it that bush flavour. A Barbie is not just a meal but a social occasion where stories and conversations can be shared because of its relaxed nature. Ostrich, kangaroo stew, seasonal salads and garlic prawns are served to make the Barbie more enjoyable.
Uluru’s Sunset
There’s no better view than the Perfectly Blissed Outback BBQ Ultimate Sunset of Uluru. As the sun dips below the horizon at twilight the desert is bathed in deep blues across the sky. The colours and views of Uluru – the fine mesa and the bare desert plain that surrounds it – are stunning. The sunset is enhanced by the vast desert and the majestic hills of the uluru-kata tjuta national park. The sunset will capture your eyes with all the colours and inspire your imagination, perfect for a heavenly dining experience.
Sunset Timing for Dinner
The Outback BBQ dinner is timed to coincide with sunset so that you can see Uluru at its best. While you eat, the deck has views of the landscape as the sun sets and the stars start to twinkle in the darkening sky. This way, you can have your fill of the stars while you eat a great Australian BBQ dinner. We’ve planned it that way so you can enjoy the food and the outback.
Sunset views at Ayers Rock
Sunset at Ayers Rock, also known as Uluru, is one of the top sites on every traveller’s bucket list. Every minute of the sunset, the rock surface changes colour to the last light, and it’s mesmerising to the eyes. This is one of the highlights of the Outback BBQ, where you’ll see one of the best sunsets in the world. And with the sunset, the evening activities in Uluru’s backyard will give you a whole new outback experience.
Outback Dinner and BBQ – Astronomy and Dinner
As the day turns to night the evening continues with another fun session with a professional star guide. People learn about constellations visible in the southern skies and zodiac signs. The Aboriginal culture is brought to life by the star guide whose stories include creation stories and star stories. It’s held at the darkest time of night and with minimal light pollution so you can see many stars and far off terrain.
Duration
The Outback BBQ is usually several hours long so that you can make the most of the night activities. It starts with sunset, then an Aussie BBQ dinner and then the star talk. This way, you have time to enjoy everything: the food and the stargazing in total relaxation.
What’s Included?
Going to an Outback BBQ is more than that. If selected, hotel pickup from designated pickup points saves you the hassle of rushing to the venue in the evening. The evening includes a mouth-watering Australian BBQ dinner with a range of meat, seasonal salads and several drinks, including Australian wines and soft drinks. Uluru tours offer a star talk by an experienced guide who will focus on the southern sky and the stories of the Aboriginal people is also part of the experience. Be prepared for cool evenings, as it’s recommended to pack warm layers as it can get chilly during the cooler months.
Other Stuff
Best Uluru tours include a few other things to consider to make the experience even better. Special dietary needs should be advised in advance. Accessibility and safety are areas I focused on to ensure all guests have a great and safe time at the event. Tours Uluru require appropriate dress code for the evening – enclosed and comfortable walking shoes. If you are unsure about the level of physical activity required for the evening or how the evening will be for you, speak to the holiday experts before booking. Free cancellation is a form of insurance against losing money if you can’t make it.
Bottom Line
Alice Springs to Uluru tour options include Uluru’s Outback BBQ where Australian food is served while overlooking a country’s many deserts. From an average Aussie barbie to watching the sunset and stars and talking about them, Uluru trips give you all that’s in the books about Australia. This is where locals and visitors can experience the ‘medha’ Australian experience.
FAQ
What’s included?
Outback BBQ includes hotel pick up, average Aussie BBQ dinner with assorted meats, seasonal salads and Australian wine or soft drinks. Plus a star talk with an expert.
How long is the Outback BBQ?
The insight will last for a few hours. It will start with sunset, then dinner then star talk.
What to wear for the Outback BBQ?
Warm layers, especially in cool seasons, comfortable enclosed shoes for walking are the dress code. So you won’t be uncomfortable for the whole night.
Can I choose what I eat?
Yes, dietary needs can be catered if advised in advance. Use the opportunity to tell the organisers about your special needs as soon as possible.
How do I cancel my booking?
Free cancellation if you can’t make it. Tell the organisers as soon as possible so the option is used.