The Mala Story
The Wintjiri Wiru story begins in the spiritual heart of Australia. Working in partnership with an Anangu Working Group from Kaltukatjara and Uluru, we have brought a chapter of the ancient Mala story to life with the use of ground-breaking technology to create an immersive cultural experience unlike anywhere else in the world.
Anangu welcome you to experience their Tjukurpa, their story. The story you will experience at Wintjiri Wiru has been passed down from generation to generation. Anangu ancestors walked this Country, carried this story and shared this story through inma (Anangu songs and ceremonies).
Wintjiri Wiru shares the Mala story from Kaltukatjara to Uluru and Anangu have been there every step of the way guiding Ayers Rock Resort. A group of 10 senior Anangu from Kaltukatjara and Mutitjulu, have taken great care to tell their story in the right way.
The words you will hear in the show are spoken in Anangu languages and interpreted in English. The story has many layers and we have carefully chosen every word that will be shared with you. What you see on the ground and in the sky has been developed with us.
Before you experience Wintjiri Wiru, we encourage you to read this Anangu Tjukurpa, the Mala story.
The story begins with the Mala (rufous hare-wallaby) People, living at Uluru, conducting their inma (their ceremony).
An invitation came from the west, to join another inma. This was not possible, as the ceremony had begun, and could not be stopped. So a huge devil dog called Kurpany was created to destroy the Mala inma.
The evil spirit travelled toward the Mala people. Luunpa, the Kingfisher Woman, was the first to spot it. She warned them and they did not listen. The evil spirit shape-shifted into many forms.
First, the trees, then rocks, and birds, and ultimately, Kurpany, the devil dog. Luunpa screamed out and told the Mala People that an evil spirit was coming, they finally saw it and became terrified.
The dog attacked and killed many of the Mala men, and in great fear and confusion, the remaining Mala fled South from Uluru. Kurpany did not attack the Mala women.
They are still living here at Uluru today. The Kingfisher Woman still keeps watch, and the dog's footprints are embedded in Uluru.
This story is still here and will be forever. It is our story from our old people. Our story will always be held and passed from generation to generation.
We are Anangu, the people of Uluru and Kaltukatjara (Docker River). We are happy to share our story with you. As your travel home, take this with you and share it with your people. This way, we will always be connected.
This is our Country, and we have a responsibility to this Country. We have made sure that the show site has been carefully chosen, to ensure our Country and animals are protected.
We ask that you tread lightly, as you experience our Country and our story.
Welcome to Wintjiri Wiru.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STATEMENT
As custodians of the land, Anangu hold the Mala story from Kaltukatjara to Uluru. To share their story, RAMUS designed and produced an artistic platform using drones, light and sound to create an immersive storytelling experience.
experience the Mala Story first-hand at Uluru
Wintjiri Wiru Sunset Dinner
Departing approx. 1.5 hours before sunset, indulge in our sunset dinner featuring native-infused cocktails with stunning views of Uluru and Kata Tjuta, followed by a gourmet hamper at dusk, and an awe-inspiring drone and laser show illuminating the desert sky.
Wintjiri Wiru Twilight
Join our Twilight Tour departing approx. 30 minutes before sunset to witness the mesmerising transition from day to twilight as Uluru's silhouette emerges, accompanied by Australian wine, indulgent cheeses, desserts and a captivating drone and laser show.
Wintjiri Wiru After Dark
Departing approx. 2 hours after sunset, our After Dark experience offers Australian wine, indulgent cheeses, desserts and a captivating drone and laser show under the starlit desert sky. Perfect for those trying to squeeze more into their holiday.