Outback Safaris Australian Travel


	Tour Price:	1 April 2008 - 31 Dec 2008 AU$600 + AU$85 (includes meals and camping fees) + AU$17 Fuel levy
	Tour Departs:	Darwin 6.00am Jan-Mar: Tue Fri Sun Apr-Jun: Mon Wed Thu Fri Sun Jul-Oct: Daily Nov-Dec: Mon Wed Fri
	Tour Finishes:	Alice Springs
	Max People:	24
	Tour Code:	OCS6ND

	Day 1 - 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 2 - 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 3 - 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) Overnight accommodation is not included.
	Day 4: Free day In Alice Springs Free day to explore Alice Springs. Overnight accommodation is not included.
	Day 5: Alice Springs to Uluru Experience a Camel ride at the Outback Camel Farm (own expense) before cruising down to our camp near Uluru (Ayers Rock) for lunch. Afternoon hike through the 'Valley of the Winds' at Kata Tjuta (Olgas), before watching the sunset over Uluru. After an outdoor dinner, star gaze from the comfort of your 'swag' (or dome tent). (LD)
	Day 6: Uluru to Kings Canyon Witness the Uluru sunrise then either an optional climb or base walk. Learn about Aboriginal Culture on an interpretive walk and visit the Culture Centre before driving to Kings Canyon. Try a helicopter flight over the spectacular Canyon (at own expense) before sampling traditional camp-oven cooking and another night of swagging under the stars (or dome tent) at our camp near Kings Canyon. (BLD)
	Day 7: Kings Canyon to Alice Springs Spend the morning hiking and climbing Kings Canyon, checking out the ‘Amphitheatre’, breathtaking North & South Walls and 'Garden of Eden'. After lunch, we make our way back to Alice Springs. (BL).

BRING: Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), hat & sunscreen, towel & toiletries, water bottle, torch, insect repellent, camera & film, pillow, sleeping bag (can be hired for $15).

PRICE (INCL. KITTY) INCLUDES: Experienced tour guides, air-conditioned vehicle, meals as indicated, accommodation transfers, 1 night accommodation in Alice Springs, 2 nights camping fees & equipment.

NOTE: Safaris must be reconfirmed by 4.00pm the day before travel. Itineraries may vary and/or attractions substituted due to seasonal conditions, Traditional Owner and National Park requirements. Please note there is a luggage limit of 15kg.
*OCS3K tour operates May-Nov only. Passengers travelling on Outback Safari packages during Apr & Dec-Mar will travel with Adventure Tours Australia (NTK3) on a code-share basis.