Field of Light, Uluru

Spanning over the area of seven football fields, Uluru Field of Light is the largest installation that artist Bruce Munro has ever created. Carrying the name Tili Wiru Tjuta Nyakutjaku (which means looking at lots of beautiful lights), it consists of over 50,000 lights that bring life and colour to the desert.

What started out as a temporary exhibition has been extended indefinitely and you don’t have to worry anymore about missing out. The installation is truly magnificent and it indeed captures the raw beauty of the desert in the precise way that the artist intended to represent it.

Field of Light

Field of Light at Sunset

How to Get to the Field of Light

The Field of Light is located a five-minute ride away from the town of Yulara, however is not an attraction you can self drive to. Bus transportation is organised from the town each evening, making it easy for tourists to experience the ephemeral beauty of the 50,000 light stems that sway with each gust of wind.

If you’re interested in experiencing this magical artistic vision, you can choose one of the several tourist passes available below.

General admission

The general pass ensures entrance to the exhibition, a self-guided walk and return coach transfer to all hotels. Prices start at $45/adult and $32/child. The duration of the experience is 1.5 hours (approximately). Keep in mind that spaces for each tour are limited, which is why booking in advance is always a good idea.

Field of Light with couple

Field of Light spindles with Uluru in the background

Star pass

A raised viewing area is located right above the installation, ensuring a spectacular panoramic experience every single evening. Coach transfers are once again provided, giving you peace of mind and the freedom to fully immerse yourself in the experience. Snacks and refreshing beverages will be provided and this marvellous experience is going to cost you $100/adult and $65/child.

Field of Light path

Lady in the Field of Light

Field of Light dune view

View over Field of Light from dune

Field of Light + Sound of Silence (A Night at Field of Light)

You will enjoy a Sound of Silence dinner under the open sky and a chance to observe the spectacular light installation when the sun goes down. A three-course menu and a fine selection of Australian wines will contribute to a really authentic and enjoyable experience. A host will be there to provide more information on all intriguing details and little secrets pertaining to Munro’s installation. This tour lasts approximately 4.5 hours and transfers are once again ensured. The cost of the package is $280/adult and $140/child.

A night at Field of Light

A Night at Field of Light

AAT Kings – Field of Light Sunrise Tour

If you’re an early bird rather than a night owl, this pass is the right choice for you. Early morning is a magical time and you’ll be mesmerised by the beauty of the coloured lights right before the sun comes up. The sunrise tour is available for $75/adult and $40/child.

Field of Light at Sunrise with AAT Kings

Frequently Asked Questions

With some sunlight (either before the sun sets or once the sun has risen), you will be able to see Uluru in the distance of the Field of Light. The best vantage point to see this is from the dune top viewing area included in most tickets.
The installation covers an area of over 49,000 square metres and is a circular formation of
250 metres in diameter (or the size of four premier league football pitches).
The artwork is
made up of 300,000 component parts and over 380 kilometres (236 miles) of optical fibre is used in the installation.
From the dune top, in the opposite direction of the Field of Light and Uluru, you do get stunning views of Kata Tjuta.

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