We leave camp early and head up to the canyon for the rim walk. Around 2 hours is the estimated time for this trek.

We start up the steep steps that marks the start, and stop frequently to breath and drink some water. The view is great. As we hit the top, the view gets even better.

The view from the top.

 We follow the trail as it leads us around the canyon and through an alien-esque landscape.

Looking back over the canyon

 The beauty of this place is mind numbing. I cannot take in enough of it. We shoot photo after photo. The terrain continues to change, and I can visualize the life of the aboriginal who lived here for the past 20,000 years.

Standing on the edge of the canyon.

We finish the walk, and all of us are silent as we make our descent back down to the carpark. Each person soaking in what they have just seen. For me, this was a highlight of the trip, and something that will never be forgotten.

Some of the local fauna

Some of the local flora

Back in the cars, and we are speeding down the road headed for Uluru. James has seen the rock before, and can only describe it as a "Bloody big rock".

As the rock rises into view, both Di and I let a few expletives slip. Wow. James was not wrong.

The size of this thing is staggering. Add the fact that it sits on a plain with nothing around it...how did it get here...? Why is this lone monolith here all by itself..?  I can see why the Aboriginals see such a spiritual being within the rock. I can feel its power and can only imagine what it has seen over the last tens of thousands of years. Cant wait to climb it  :  )

We get to the Ayres rock resort and again fight the crowds for a campsite, like seagulls after a chip.

Camp setup, there is only one thing to do. Make our way to the 5 star resort and use the pool. ahhh bliss..... No sooner do we get there, Di runs into an old friend....what are the chances...? no really....I'd like to know.....

We feel revitalised and Di seems to be in a better mood as we are now getting into the touristy part of the holiday. We eat another fantastic camp dinner (I have to say Di has excelled in this department) then head up to a viewing area to watch the sun set.

Sunset from the Ayres resort viewing area

Fires over in the North West make for a magic burnt orange sunset.

Back to camp for drinks and finally sleep.