Uluru tourism program criticised

Uluru attracts thousands of tourists every year from all over the world, and the operators of Uluru's tourist resort have launched a series of cultural performances and art classes.

Yulara Resort, some 20 kilometres from the iconic monolith, has introduced free painting demonstrations and dances which aim to give tourist an 'authentic' interactive experience.

But some local Anangu traditional owners have privately criticised part of the program as "not the real thing".

The Wakagetti cultural dancers come from New South Wales and also draw elements of their performance from Queensland and Western Australia.

They auditioned for the role and got the permission to perform on Anangu land. They say the local Anangu keep an eye on their performances.

And Voyages - which runs the resort - says it has big plans for future: a spectacular performance featuring a modern version of an Anangu dreamtime.