Silver Package

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About The Package

The Silver Itinerary sees you arriving on the Thursday prior to the race. Your first introduction to Uluru will be at our hosted “warm up” run on Thursday afternoon – a great way to meet new friends and introduce your running shoes to the Red Earth of Central Australia. A hosted welcome dinner is also included. On Friday you will see the Sunrise over Uluru followed by a full Base Walk Tour. In the afternoon is our welcome ceremony, followed by our exclusive Carbo Load evening dinner. Saturday is Race Day, and your trip to Uluru and the Australian Outback Marathon ends on Sunday.

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Starting From $1920 Per Person
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If choosing to book the Silver Package without accommodation it is the responsibility of the client to ensure that adequate accommodation has been booked for the duration of their itinerary

Your Silver Package

Today is your arrival day at Yulara and the Ayers Rock Resort. You will be met at the airport by a member of the Australian Outback Marathon team and transferred to the resort on one of the complimentary Airport Shuttles which will drop you off right at the door of your hotel.

Once you arrive and have checked-in, please make your way to the grass area near the Town Square to our Australian Outback Marathon reception area to collect your race registration pack that will contain, amongst other things, your race bib and exclusive Australian Outback Marathon running top (if booked prior to 09 May 2025).  Our team will be there between 2pm and 4pm on both Thursday and Friday.

NOTE: for all activities that are included in your itinerary you MUST be in possession of your wrist band which you will receive when you pick up your race-pack. This includes all tours, transfers (other than upon your arrival), all meals (including resort breakfast) and transfers to and from the race start/finish area.

If you are unable to collect your race pack prior to your included functions, please be assured that we will make provisions for you so that you don’t miss out on any included functions. If you have elected to purchase a “No Accommodation” package, please ensure that you have notified us of your accommodation choice NO LATER than the first Friday in July. It is mandatory that all guests collect their race pack prior to race day.

Depending on when you arrive, there is plenty of time to relax by the pool, explore the resort or simply head to the Town Square for a bite to eat and a little souvenir shopping.

Please note that the standard check-in time is 3pm and there will be a luggage storage area available if required.

At 4:30pm we will gather at the reception area of the Outback Pioneer Hotel for a hosted warm-up run, which is your first opportunity to sample the “red earth” of Central Australia. The run will be fully guided and will last for approximately 45 minutes; just enough time to shake the cobwebs from your legs. Please make your way to the Outback Pioneer lobby by 4:30pm, otherwise we will meet you at 4:15pm in the lobby of either Sails in the Desert or Desert Gardens to escort you to the start of the hosted warm-up run.

At 6:30pm we will all gather together for the first of your Australian Outback Marathon dining experiences, our exclusive Outdoor Welcome Dinner at the Sails in the Desert Hotel poolside. Set outdoors, this is a great way to relax and mingle with your fellow competitors who will be sharing your Australian Outback Marathon experience with you.

Please make sure to wear warm clothing.

There will also be a bar at this function (credit card only).

Included Meals: Dinner

You will be up before dawn today and escorted on a private coach departing from your hotel at 6:25am to see one of the many wonders of the area; the sunrise over Uluru. Please be in the lobby of your hotel by 6:15am at the latest. Note that the tour will leave on time and that breakfast will be available a the resort prior to leaving on the tour.

Once you have witnessed the sunrise you will start your self-guided tour of the base of Uluru, allowing you to see “up close and personal” what makes this such a special and spiritual place. If you don’t want to walk all the way around, fear not as your private coach will pick you up at the 6.5km viewing area and take you to the Cultural Centre. The full circuit of Uluru is just less than 10km. Tea and Coffee will also be available.

On the way back to the resort a visit to the Indigenous Cultural Centre is a must and this is your next stop. There is plenty of time to learn more about the local culture and the Anangu people, the traditional custodians of the land. The tour returns to your hotel at around 1:00pm but if you wish to leave earlier, we will also have coaches departing from the Cultural Centre throughout the morning.

Note: Your 3-day Uluru/Kata Tjuta National Park entry pass is included in the tour and will be in your registration pack. Please remember to bring it with you and note that we are not able to provide you with your pass earlier and we are not able to replace it if you lose/damage it.

At 3:00pm there will be the opportunity to purchase your very own limited-edition Australian Outback Marathon merchandise and you will also be able to change your chosen event, should you wish to. Both of these activities will take place on the grass by the Town Square beside the Amphitheatre, near the Sails in the Desert Hotel. This will be immediately followed by the mandatory Australian Outback Marathon Opening Ceremony and Race Briefing starting at 5:00pm. The merchandise will be available once again after the briefing for approximately 1 hour. To avoid queueing we recommend paying with cash rather than credit card. There is an ATM located approximately 100m away in the town square.

The Opening Ceremony and Race Briefing are mandatory as there will be a safety briefing at this time and it is also our last opportunity to pass along any additional information prior to the race itself.

At 6:30pm the traditional Carbo Load dinner will commence where you will get plenty of opportunity to mingle with your fellow competitors and also to fully “carbo load” should you wish to.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

TODAY IS THE DAY!

You will need to get up bright and early today but for those with a healthy appetite a full breakfast will be served from 5:00am at your hotel (breakfast is not included if you are camping or on a “No Accommodation” package). Our private fleet of coaches will pick you up from the lobby of your hotel at 6:30am to take you to the race start so please don’t be late! Note: it can get very cold in the mornings in the Australian Outback so please be sure to bring something warm to wear prior to the race start.

Sunrise is approximately 7:30am and this is another excellent opportunity to see the first rays of the sun splash across the mighty Uluru, which forms the back-drop of the start/finish area. Toilets will be provided for those needing to quell those last-minute nerves and at 7:45am the Australian Outback Marathon (and Half-Marathon) will begin. For those participating in the 11km Fun Run and the 6km Fun Run, your start time will be 8:30am.

There will be plenty of tables and chairs at the start/finish area and we will also be providing fruit, an assortment of sandwiches, muffins and drinks as well as delicious hot soup for you once you have completed the race. There will also be a “gold coin donation” sausage sizzle, with 100% of all proceeds going to the Anangu Communities Foundation. All competitors are encouraged to stay until the end and cheer in your fellow runners but for those that wish to leave once your race has been completed there will be a shuttle bus circulating all day between the finishing area and the resort. You may want to head on back, have a shower and then return to the finishing line to cheer on the last runners as they complete their journey.

Saturday afternoon/evening Optional Tours

  • If you have booked the Sunset Camel Tour you will be collected from your hotel at 4:35pm. Please be in your hotel lobby at 4:25pm ready to leave.
  • If you have booked the Uluru Sunset Coach Tour you will be collected from your hotel at 5:20pm. Please be in your hotel lobby at 5:10pm ready to leave.
  • Afternoon or Sunset Helicopter flight (must be booked in advance) – you will be picked up from your hotel according to your flight time.

In the evening all the runners are encouraged to head on over to the Outback Pioneer Pub for an informal get together, food and a few drinks. This is a great way to end your day (food and drinks at own expense).

Included Meals: Breakfast, Brunch/Lunch (at the Race Start/Finish area)

Today your tour ends. After breakfast, check out of your hotel to begin your journey home with a complimentary airport transfer.

Note that if you are leaving on an afternoon flight you are invited to join your fellow competitors at 9:00am around the swimming pool at Sails in the Desert for a relaxing, hosted stretch session with our fully qualified instructor. This is a great way to take any unwanted aches and pains out of your legs and it is also a fun way to wind down.

All “lost property” can also be collected from Sails Poolside between 9:00am and 10:00am and there will be an opportunity to also purchase any remaining merchandise. Please note that if any items that you have left either at the start or on one of the aid stations are not collected at this time, they will be donated to the Anangu Communities Foundation on your behalf.

You can also make additional shoe donations at this time.

OPTIONAL TOURS
There are two optional daytime tours available to you should you wish to take advantage of them (at own expense);

  • If you have booked the Sunrise Camel Tour you will be collected from your hotel at 6:20am. Please be in your hotel lobby at 6:10am ready to leave.
  • Helicopter Ride with Professional Helicopter Services (must be booked in advance)

Included Meals: Breakfast

Note that your transfer to the airport will leave the reception area of your hotel 2 hours prior to your flight – please refer to the signs in reception for more details.

COST PER PERSON- $70
This is a great opportunity to make the most of your 3 day park pass!

Our exclusive coach will depart from your hotel at 5:20pm to the Uluru sunset viewing area. Enjoy complimentary canapés and sparkling wine as the sun sets over the western horizon and the evening sky brings out the many shades of colour for which Uluru is famous.

The coach will return to your hotel at approximately 7:05pm.

IMPORTANT: Don’t forget your park pass and your camera!

COST PER PERSON – $145
Begin your peaceful 1 hour camel ride over the big red sand dunes at sunrise or sunset. A ride through this spectacular desert region brings you closer to nature and offers great views of Uluru – Kata Tjuta National Park World Heritage Area.

Skilled guides will describe the flora and fauna along the trail. A refreshing glass of sparkling wine or beer and tasty snacks wait at the end of the trail.

The tour departs from your hotel at 4:35pm and returns at 7:05pm (times are approximate).

  • Children under 5 years are NOT permitted to ride camels.
  • Please advise if any guest travelling weighs more than 100kg.
  • Places are extremely limited and are allocated on a first come/first served basis.

COST PER PERSON – $145
Breathe in the cool morning air as you ride your friendly camel for one hour through the desert landscape as dawn breaks over Uluru and Kata Tjuta. Watch the desert come to life and learn about the flora and fauna along the trail from your knowledgeable cameleer.

After the ride enjoy freshly baked beer bread damper with quandong jam and a cup of tea or freshly brewed coffee. Explore the camel museum and gift shop before we return you to your hotel.

The tour departs from your hotel at 6:20am and returns at 8:50am (times are approximate).

  • Children under 5 years are NOT permitted to ride camels.
  • Please advise if any guest travelling weighs more than 100kg.
  • Places are extremely limited and are allocated on a first come/first served basis.

PROFESSIONAL HELICOPTER SERVICES ARE OFFERING SOME FANTASTIC TOURS FOR ALL AUSTRALIAN OUTBACK MARATHON PARTICIPANTS
Your choice of five amazing flights, all with a 5% discount off the retail price

ALL PRICES ARE TO BE CONFIRMED

Tour Name Flight Time (approximate) Total Duration of Tour Price
Uluru & Resort Postcard Flight 15 mins 45 mins$185
Uluru & Kata Tjuta Scenic Flight 25 mins1 Hour$299
Uluru & Kata Tjuta Grand View Sunset 36 mins 1 hour 30 mins$394
Uluru, Kata Tjuta & Lake Amadeus 55 mins 1 hour 40 mins$603
One with the Lot (Postcard, Kata Tjuta and Lake Amadeus) 2 hours 4 hours 30 mins$1575

These tours can be booked at any time prior to your arrival at Ayers Rock Resort.
Note: Bookings are essential so as to ensure you get the departure time that suits you.

Plat Price Bg@2x

Silver Package Pricing

HotelRoom TypeAdultChildExtra Night
OUTBACK PIONEER BUDGETDOUBLE1990.00745.00230.00SOLD OUT
OUTBACK PIONEER BUDGETTRIPLE1940.00745.00215.00SOLD OUT
OUTBACK PIONEER BUDGETQUAD1920.00745.00210.00SOLD OUT
OUTBACK PIONEER STANDARDSINGLE2750.00745.00430.00Book
OUTBACK PIONEER STANDARDDOUBLE2185.00745.00280.00Book
OUTBACK PIONEER STANDARDTRIPLE2075.00745.00250.00Book
THE LOST CAMELSINGLE2615.00745.00395.00Book
THE LOST CAMELDOUBLE2120.00745.00265.00Book
EMU WALK APARTMENTS 2 BEDDOUBLE2875.00745.00465.00Book
EMU WALK APARTMENTS 2 BEDTRIPLE2565.00745.00380.00Book
EMU WALK APARTMENTS 2 BEDQUAD2410.00745.00340.00Book
EMU WALK APARTMENTS 2 BEDFIVE2315.00745.00315.00Book
EMU WALK APARTMENTS 2 BEDSIX2230.00745.00295.00Book
DESERT GARDENS STANDARDSINGLE2815.00745.00450.00Book
DESERT GARDENS STANDARDDOUBLE2220.00745.00290.00Book
DESERT GARDENS STANDARDTRIPLE2130.00745.00265.00Book
DESERT GARDENS STANDARDQUAD2080.00745.00255.00Book
DESERT GARDENS DELUXESINGLE2965.00745.00490.00Book
DESERT GARDENS DELUXEDOUBLE2295.00745.00310.00Book
DESERT GARDENS DELUXETRIPLE2180.00745.00280.00Book
DESERT GARDENS DELUXEQUAD2120.00745.00265.00Book
DESERT GARDENS DELUXE ROCK VIEWSINGLE3115.00745.00530.00Book
DESERT GARDENS DELUXE ROCK VIEWDOUBLE2370.00745.00330.00Book
DESERT GARDENS DELUXE ROCK VIEWTRIPLE2225.00745.00290.00Book
DESERT GARDENS DELUXE ROCK VIEWQUAD2155.00745.00275.00Book
SAILS IN THE DESERT SUPERIORSINGLE3125.00745.00530.00Book
SAILS IN THE DESERT SUPERIORDOUBLE2375.00745.00330.00Book
SAILS IN THE DESERT SUPERIORTRIPLE2250.00745.00300.00Book
SAILS IN THE DESERT SUPERIORQUAD2185.00745.00280.00Book
SAILS IN THE DESERT SUPERIORFIVE2150.00745.00270.00Book
SAILS IN THE DESERT - TERRACESINGLE3605.00745.00660.00Book
SAILS IN THE DESERT - TERRACEDOUBLE2615.00745.00395.00Book
SAILS IN THE DESERT - TERRACETRIPLE2410.00745.00340.00Book
SAILS IN THE DESERT - TERRACEQUAD2305.00745.00315.00Book
SAILS IN THE DESERT DELUXE SUITESINGLE4935.00745.001015.00SOLD OUT
SAILS IN THE DESERT DELUXE SUITEDOUBLE3275.00745.00570.00SOLD OUT
NO ACCOMMODATION REQUIREDNOT REQUIRED1595.000.000.00Book
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is the date of the race?

The Australian Outback Marathon will always be held on the last Saturday in July. The dates for the next few years are:

  • 2023 – 29th July
  • 2024 – 27th July
  • 2025 – 26th July
  • 2026 – 25th July
  • 2027 – 31st July

Entries to the Australian Outback Marathon are only available as part of a Package and there are no “Entry Only” options available.

There are four different events for you to choose from

  • 42.2km Marathon
  • 21.1km Half-Marathon
  • 11km fun run/walk (approximate distance)
  • 6km fun run/walk (approximate distance)

We strongly encourage ALL participants to get involved in one of the events

The 6km fun run/walk and the 11km fun run/walk are open to all ages.
To participate in the Half-Marathon you must be aged 15 years or older on race day. To participate in the Marathon you must be 18 years or older on race day.
Exceptions may apply so please contact us at sales@australianoutbackmarathon.com if you require any further information.

  • The Marathon and Half-Marathon will both start at 7:45am.
  • The 11km fun run and 6km fun run will start at 8:30am

Your race pack will be waiting for you when you check in to the hotel. If you have elected to arrive at the Ayers Rock Resort prior to the start of your itinerary please let us know and we will organise to make your race pack available.

  • If you are staying in the Emu Walk Apartments your race packs will be at the Desert Gardens Hotel.
  • If you are staying at the Lost Camel your race packs will be at Sails in the Desert.
  • If you are staying at the Ayers Rock Campground your race packs will be at The Outback Pioneer.
  • If you are on a “No Accommodation” your race packs will be at The Outback Pioneer unless you have previously notified us of your accommodation choice

NOTE: for all activities that are included in your itinerary you MUST be in possession of your wrist band which you will receive when you pick up your race-pack. This includes all tours, transfers (other than upon your arrival), all meals (including resort breakfast) and transfers to and from the race start/finish area.

If you have elected to purchase a “No Accommodation” package, please ensure that you have notified us of your accommodation choice NO LATER than the first Friday in July.

All events will have distance markers at every kilometre. In addition, each kilometre sign will also have the distance in miles on the sign. Also, the entire course will be clearly marked with “arrowed” signage to ensure that you will always know which way to go when out on the course.

Each different event will have its signage colour-coded according to the distance

  • Marathon signs will be RED
  • Half Marathon signs will be BLACK
  • 11km Fun Run/Walk signs will be BLUE
  • 6km Fun Run/Walk signs will be GREEN
Testimonials
The Australian Outback Marathon had been on my bucket list for a few years. I was so pleased I was able to sneak away between lockdowns and spend 6 days with the Travelling Fit team and the group of happy runners I met there. I absolutely loved the marathon. It was hot, it was sandy, it was stunning, it was peaceful, it was challenging, it was cathartic, it was everything I dreamed it would be and more. Combined with the marathon, all the activities and tours over the 6 days made it the complete package of what a holiday should be. I could not recommend this trip more highly. Well organised, great new running friends, stunning scenery and memories that will last forever. Thank you!
VIC
Kerryn Harvey
If you only get a chance to run one race then this is the one to do, it should be on everyone's bucket list. We were told before the run to take time to enjoy the run and stop to take photos and look around and enjoy it, this is something I have never done on a run before but it was the best advice ever.
VIC
Sheryn D’Agostin
Frank and I had the most magical time during the AOM. Incredible views no matter which way you looked, Great accommodation, the way the AOM's incredibly experienced team just 'made' things happen. The Tours, especially the Kings Canyon tour, create those never to be forgotten' memories that stay etched in us - as does the red earth course we traversed during the event. Thank you so much 'Team AOM' for this fabulous experience.
NSW
Lorraine Stevens
Someone else will write it better, but this was one of the best experiences of my life, even with the threat of COVID, this is an event not to be missed. I will definitely be back.
NT
Louise Ruhl
If you haven't run the AOM you really should put this one on your list! It can only be described as an adjective salad! Amazing, unique and awe inspiring are only the tip of the iceberg... it was an absolutely incredible experience from beginning to end. Travelling Fit is a class act and continues to exceed all my expectations. It was simply fantastic!
VIC
Sue Brial
So privileged to have run this iconically Australian Outback Marathon. The friendly and professional team at Travelling Fit have created an incredible running event in the middle of Australia that is accompanied by a fantastic 3-4 day pre and post-race social program
WA
Carim Armanios
In 2019 I took a chance and booked for the Australian Outback Marathon with Travelling Fit. I was a bit apprehensive about bringing my son and his young family along with me as I felt the kids might have to miss out on a lot of the "adult" activities. I was wrong. This was THE MOST AMAZING and mind-blowing experience we have had as a family. I can't praise the whole trip highly enough. The food was absolutely amazing, the staff were great, the accommodation was perfect and the race was unbelievable. I get emotional when I think about it, and can't imagine having another experience like this again. Everyone loved it, the food was AMAZING, activities and transfers were so well organized, there was plenty to do and it really wasn't that cold! If you have the chance to do this or are undecided, do it! I'll be going back. Thank you Travelling Fit for one of the top ten experiences of my life so far.
QLD
Seona MacDonald
I just want to thank you and the rest of the Travelling Fit team for a fantastic weekend last week at Yulara. I had the best weekend that I have ever had. I have never been to a place where everyone made me feel so welcome. It was the first time that I've been to the Northern Territory so the heat,flies,sand and camels eating our signs made it so special to me. I loved all the jokes from everyone, even the bus driver who was taking us to the airport told us that we was going to Darwin and the lady bus driver on the drop on drop off bus told us at a stop at Uluru and people running towards her that if she drives forward they would run harder so then she drives forward. There were so many more. I loved all the dinners. I don't eat out much so they made me feel special. The marathon yes was hard but I loved every minute of it. It didn't help that it was snowing at home for the 2 weeks before. I do want to run it again and I would like it the same you couldn't fault it. Thanks so much
TAS
Leigh Philpott
Thank you and your team for an amazing Australian Outback Marathon trip. We had a fantastic weekend and it was lovely to meet you. The support Travelling Fit and the Outback Marathon team provided was touching. I would like to applaud you all for the fantastic environment you have nurtured over race years. The camaraderie and encouragement between runners and support staff was unbelievable and unforgettable.
ACT
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