Thursday 4 September 2025

Park closure

Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa National Park will be temporarily closed on Friday 28 August 2026 from 6 - 11 am (ACST) for the funeral of a senior Aṉangu woman. Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa National Park will re-open at 11 am on Friday 28 August.

More information: Temporary park closure Friday 28 August 2026

Visitors to Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa National Park are welcome to film, take photos and share their experiences visiting this iconic national park.

If you are a general visitor to the national park and capturing content for private use, you do not require a permit.

Some sites in the national park are culturally sensitive and sacred to Aṉangu, the Traditional Owners of the land, and visitors and permit holders are asked not to take photographs or film those areas. The no photography sites are identified on signage, visitor maps and the park website.

More information and tips for film and photography at Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa National Park can be found on our website.

If you are a media organisation or intending to capture, use or create images, footage, recording, artwork or likeness of Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa National Park for commercial or public purposes, a permit or licence is required.

Information about permits and how to apply can be found on our website. Please provide 14-28 days’ notice when applying for a permit.

There are a few guidelines that media and commercial organisations need to follow while taking photos or videos in the park. The media guidelines have been developed to help you carry out your work and promote this significant place, in line with its cultural and natural values. The guidelines have been developed in collaboration with Aṉangu and representatives from the tourism, media, film and photographic industries.

The media handbook features tips and information planning film, photography and other media projects at Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa National Park. It will help you get the best out of your work in the park’s stunning World Heritage landscapes while producing a product that fits the values of the Aṉangu Traditional Owners.