Sails in the Desert
Sails in the Desert is beautifully positioned in the heart of Australia’s iconic Red Centre and is a launchpad for exploring the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa National Park. The magnificent monolith of Uluṟu is located just a 20-minute drive away while Ayers Rock Airport (AYQ) is located just a 10-minute drive away. Roundtrip airport transfers are included in your package. See Fine Print for details.
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The Resort — Iconic luxury in the outback
Embrace the opportunity to unearth the immensity, grandeur and mystery of the Red Centre, a magical place where one of the world’s oldest cultures still thrives and Australia’s iconic monolith stands proudly above a sweeping sun-scorched desert.
Part of Voyages Ayers Rock Resort, scattered across five different properties, Sails in the Desert is the premier hotel located close by Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa Park. A member of the iconic Pullman Hotels collection, this five-star outback oasis invites you to gather your family or reignite romance with a loved one in Australia’s spiritual heart.
From the Indigenous designs on the carpet and unique desert colours reflected in each room to the gumtree-lined swimming pool and the iconic shade sails standing up against the Red Centre’s heat, this five-star resort offers up an unparalleled visual bounty — save for the natural wonders at its doorstep.
Connect with this unique landscape with complimentary guest activities included in your stay. Listen to stories by an Indigenous storyteller and learn about weapons or bush tucker at the Circle of Sand for a bush yarn, gain a fascinating insight into the region’s geology, flora and fauna and learn about the stars in a fascinating Capturing the Cosmos documentary showing daily at the Arkani Theatre. You could even choose to soar above Kata Tjuṯa’s cluster of red-ochre domes on an optional chartered flight (charges apply).
Step into your air-conditioned abode and kick off your shoes. Your five-star room is a welcome reprieve from the breathtaking Red Desert outside with neutral, earthy décor that’s easy on the eyes and artwork telling local Aṉangu stories.
Your Handpicked Inclusions – Daily breakfast, roundtrip transfers, complimentary Indigenous activities and more
Arrive in air-conditioned style from Ayers Rock Airport with roundtrip transfers included as part of your stay. Begin each morning with a delicious breakfast at Ilkaṟi Restaurant, where you’ll dine under unique lampshades with light filtering in from the gorgeous floor-to-ceiling windows.
With complimentary Indigenous activities at Sails in the Desert, you can truly disconnect from the world around you. Savour an afternoon learning about Australian and local native bush foods as you taste seasonal seeds, fruits and spices, or perhaps enjoy a tour of the Desert Gardens Hotel’s authentic native gardens with an Indigenous guide with complimentary activities included in your stay.
Sails in the Desert Mai Uluru La Ila Dining Experience Upgrade: Indulge in a sumptuous barbecue dinner beneath Uluṟu’s shadow and the vast desert stars in this exclusive dining. Set within Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa National Park, dine with a Quandong passion mimosa in hand as you watch the sunset and your guide shares hidden insights into the constellations far above. Over the course of the night, sample native apple, bush tomato, and quandong flavours, along with steak, kangaroo and seafood, fresh salads and classic dessert with a twist.
- Ilkaṟi Restaurant
- Swimming pool
- Complimentary shuttle bus
- Complimentary Indigenous guest activities
- Red Ochre Spa
- Mulgara Gallery
- 24-hour reception
- Check-in: 3pm / Checkout: 10am
Surcharges may apply to select facilities and services
Update 11 October 2022, 9.55am AEST: Availability for Australian BBQ dinner upgrade added to Fine Print, please see below.
Valid for travel from 1 November 2022 until 28 February 2023 (bookings must be made before 30 December 2022).
Blackout Dates Apply. Dates are identified in the Booking Calendar.
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Please Note:
- Dining inclusions do not include drinks (unless otherwise stated). Menus are subject to change without notice.
- Roundtrip Airport Transfers: Complimentary return coach transfers are provided for all Ayers Rock Resort hotel guests arriving into and departing from Ayers Rock Airport on scheduled Qantas, Virgin Australia and Jetstar flights. Bookings are not required for this service. On arrival, after collecting your luggage, follow the courtesy hotel transfer signs and make your way outside the terminal and board the waiting AAT Kings coaches. Return transfers to the airport depart from outside your hotel approximately two hours prior to the scheduled flight departure times. Please check with reception for exact departure times.
- Children (12 and under) eat free from specially priced children’s menus that are available at select restaurants for lunch and dinner, when accompanied by full-paying adults. Maximum of one child per full-paying adult.
- Daily breakfast at Ilkari Restaurant may be à la carte or buffet depending on the season.
- Specially priced children’s menus are available at selected restaurants for lunch and dinner. One child aged (12 and under) accompanied by one paying adult may dine free of charge for breakfast at restaurants serving buffet breakfast. Additional children accompanying the same adult may dine at a reduced price for breakfast. Applies to buffet breakfast only. All children must be accompanied by an adult at all restaurants.
- Two-hour Australian BBQ dinner: The dinner is available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays from September 2022 – November 2022. From December 2022 – February 2023, the dinner is available on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays. From March 2023 onwards.
Sails in the Desert Mai Uluru La Ila Dining Experience (upgrade packages only)
Inclusions
- Roundtrip transfers to and from Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa National Park
- Two-hour Australian barbecue dinner with sunset cocktails, Australian wine and local astronomer guide
- Explore native apple, bush tomato, and quandong flavours, savour renowned Australian barbecued steak, kangaroo and seafood, fresh salads and classic dessert with a twist
Fine Print
- Rates are per person. Adult rates apply for ages 16 years and over. Child rates apply for ages 9 to 15 years. Children aged 8 years and under are not permitted.
- Roundtrip transfers depart from Sails in the Desert.
- This experience does not include National Park entry fee of A$38 per person.
- It is suggested to bring a flynet in summer months and warm layers in cooler months
Please note:
BBQ dinner is only available on select nights: 13 October 2022 until 30 November 2022: Tue/Wed/Thu/Sat/Sun and 1 December 2022 - 28 February 2023: Wed/Thu/Sat/Sun
Live experience availability: https://www.aatkings.com/tours/uluru-ayers-rock/mai-uluru-la-ila/
Customers must go into their ‘my escapes’ to book the dinner experience
BBQ dinner not available:
- 6 to 8 November 2022
- 5 to 7 December 2022
- 26 to 28 December 2022
- 2 to 4 January 2023
- 16 to 18 January 2023
- 30 January to 1 February 2023
- 19 to 22 February 2023
- 26 February to 1 March 2023
- Important: The hotel, transportation and/or destination you are travelling to may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your departure.
The property, facilities and dining are subject to government regulations and restrictions. Please check the property website for the most up-to-date information as some of the services may be impacted.
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