7 Day Darwin to Alice Springs

Incl Kakadu: Ubirr & Nanguluwur Rock Art Site, Mary River Wetlands....

.....Twin Falls, Jim Jim falls, and so much more

Tour Code: OCS7D
Max People: 16/24

Departs:

Darwin 6.00am

Apr-Jun: Mon Thu Sat

Jul: Mon Wed Thu Sat Sun

Aug-Oct: Mon Wed Thu Sat

Nov-Dec: Mon Thu Sat

Price from: AUD $887.50

(includes AUD $37.50 National Park fee)

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Trip Itinerary

Extra Information

Includes: Experienced tour guides, air-conditioned vehicle, meals as indicated, accommodation transfers, 2 night camping fees & equipment.
Bring: Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), hat & sunscreen, towel & toiletries, water bottle, torch, insect repellent, camera, pillow, sleeping bag (can be hired for AU$20).
Note: Safaris must be reconfirmed by 16.00pm the day before travel. Itineraries may vary and/or attractions substituted due to seasonal conditions (Tropical Itinerary now in use). Traditional Owner and National Park requirements. Please note there is a maximum luggage limit of 15kg.

Day 1: Darwin to Mary River and Kakadu National Park

We travel to the pristine Mary River Wetlands, home to the highest concentration of salt-water crocodiles in the Southern Hemisphere, to enjoy a croc and wildlife cruise, then we 4WD along the Old Darwin Road stopping at the huge termite mounds and scenic White Lily Billabong. After lunch, we continue through more beautiful wetland areas to Barramundi Gorge (Maguk), where we do some hiking and enjoy a refreshing dip in the plunge pools. We enjoy the sensational tropical sunset before heading for our overnight bush camp in Kakadu. (LD)

Tropical Summer Program (December - May)
Day 1 - Litchfield National Park • Crocodile Cruise • Overnight camp Point Stuart (LD) - Mary River to Kakadu

Day 2: Kakadu National Park

It’s an early start to travel to Twin Falls where we join a National Park operated boat and boardwalk experience up the stunning gorge to the waterfall where you can relax on the sandy bank. Then we travel to the awesome Jim Jim Falls, deep within escarpment country, and tackle the challenging climb to the top of the falls (seasonal) enjoying fantastic views over Kakadu. We continue on to our overnight bush camp in Kakadu for a well-earned night’s sleep! (BLD)

Tropical Summer Program (December - May)
Day 2 – Mamukala Wetlands • Ubirr (seasonal) • Bowali Visitor Centre • Walk to Gubara Springs • Nourlangie Rock (seasonal) • Overnight camp Kakadu (BLD)

Day 3: Kakadu to Darwin

We walk to Nanguluwur art site before heading to Ubirr, an area rich in Aboriginal history with vivid rock art dating back over 20,000 years. We call in at beautiful Annaburoo Billabong for one last swim before returning to Darwin. (BL)

Tropical Summer Program (December - May)
Day 3 - Cathedral Termite Mounds • Boulder Creek Falls • Hike to Motor Car Falls • Return to Darwin (BL)

Day 4: Darwin

Free Day

Day 5: Darwin to Katherine Gorge

After a refreshment break at Adelaide River we head to Katherine, home to the majestic Katherine (Nitmiluk) Gorge situated in the Nitmiluk National Park where we spend the entire afternoon either canoeing or cruising (at own expense) the striking gorge. Dinner and overnight stay is at our permanent camp near Katherine Gorge. (LD)

Day 6: Katherine Gorge to Tennant Creek

A short distance south, relax in a crystal clear thermal pool surrounded by lush tropical forest at Mataranka. Next we visit the famous outback pub at Daly Waters, the oldest in the Northern Territory and first international airport in Australia! After lunch, we travel south to Tennant Creek for our overnight camp at Juno Horse Farm. (BLD)

Day 7: Tennant Creek to Alice Springs

This morning we check out the Devils Marbles; precariously balanced granite boulders sacred to the traditional owners' then stop in at the Barrow Creek Pub to view the historic Telegraph Station. A little further down the 'track' we take a break at Ti Tree, for an opportunity to purchase authentic Aboriginal art. We then cross the Tropic of Capricorn and arrive into Alice Springs late in the afternoon. (BL)