Royal couple arrive in central Australia

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have arrived at Uluru.

Kate and William will face 33C temperatures, as they undertake a number of engagements - including a walk at the base of the rock.

The couple left Canberra about 11am and touched down at Yulara airport at 1.30pm (AEST).

It's William's second visit to Uluru. His parents Prince Charles and Diana took him there in 1983.

The Cambridges will meet Northern Territory school students at an afternoon tea, and present certificates at an indigenous training academy.

They will also do a base walk around Uluru, and hopefully will be able to experience the silence of the desert.

The royals are expected to spend the night in a luxury tent resort, with stunning views of the rock.

Prince George is not with the couple, who will spend their only night away from the nine-month-old on Tuesday.