Cath seems to feel this is really a lightening visit and maybe it is but still we go on.
Day 6 – having barrelled up the Stuart Highway to Coober Pedy and settled into a motel room we now indulge in continental breakfast in the hotel before moving into the camp ground. Not too bad a set up. After settling down we visited the information centre to find out what to do around the place. Then down to the supermarket to stock up.
After lunch we headed off down towards the dog fence and the Break Aways. After a short trip we realised we were low on fuel so back to Coober Pedy, topped up the tank and back out on the dirt track to the dog fence. SOunds impressive though just looks like a lot of long straight fencing. Headed north along the fence to the Break Aways which are impressive hills of multicoloured sandstone. After many stops and lots of photos we head back towards Coober Pedy were we stop at Tom’s working opal mine and a fascinating under ground tour.
Day 7 – finally out flight over Lake Eyre. A nine am flight takes us out over Coober Pedy, across the Painted Hills, alon the dog fence (second biggest man made structure but still just a long straight fence) and brunch at William Creek. Then up again and over North Lake Eyre. A very impressive sight, with water in it. Then back for for a late lunch.
A quite afternoon to plan the next few days and for Cath and Kiara to visit the Kangeroo Nursery & Art Gallery.
Day 8 – headed north to Curtin Springs. Bit of a drive to a very basic but cheap camping ground outside of Uluru. Then a rapid drive into Uluru to join the mob for sunset at the rock. Ooooooh. Cath also discovers original truffeler trees.
Fantastic moon rise over camp.
Day 9 – back to Uluru to check in at the Cultural Centre to find out a bit about the indigenous story. Then a walk into something gorge at the base of the rock. Too late for a walk around the base. Then onto the Olgas to for a walk in the Valley of the Winds. Unfortunately Kiara a bit ill so its just me and Siobhan. Still pretty cool. Rock is so much different to that at Uluru.
Back for diner and sleep interrupted by a demented emu.
Day 10 – on to Kings Creek Station for our next stop. Rather luxurious so settle in with the camels then a quick trip to Kings Canyon to see what to do. Tried the promised wi-fi but ……
Kiara decided to try her hand at scones in the camp oven. Very nice, and snacks for the next day.
Day 11 – big walk around Kings Canyon. On recommendation did the top walk. A bit difficult but well worth it. Dramatic, spectacular, steep climbs, surprising creek and chilly billabong. Scary cliffs. Stark landscape and gnarly trees. After a slightly trying 3 & 1/2 hour walk back to chill at the camp site. 
Day 12 – next long drive on to Alice Springs. Time to chill, restock and catch up on Silent Witness. Now to plan for the next leg up to Katherine Gorge.