Tuesday, April 12, 2011
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The Olgas in the Northern Territory of Australia
Kata Tjuta, otherwise known as The Olgas, are set within the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. The alternative name given 'the olgas' actually means 'many heads' in traditional Aboriginal language. Kata Tjuta is a rock formation made up of 36 rounded domes. The tallest domes is called mount olga and is 546m, 200m higher than ayres rock. As its set within Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park there is an entrance fee of $25 which is a 3 day pass and must be kept with you at all times as you could face fines if checked by the park rangers.
Thursday, January 6, 2011
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Kings Canyon from the edge
Kings Canyon is part of the Watarrka National Park in Northern Territory Australia. Although not as popular as some of the other sites in the NT its well worth a visit! Although called kings canyon its actually a gorge 270m height. The walk is only 6km but can take between 3- 5 hours depending on fitness level but even someone whose not in the best shape would still manage it. The 1st half kilometre definitely being the hardest the beginning of the walk known as ' heart attack hill' for its steep incline has an area to stop half way up. once concurred its relatively straight sailing from here with spectacular views of the gorge below and of the surrounding landscape.
