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Day 1 - Darwin to Mary River & 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 - April) Day 1 - Litchfield National Park • Crocodile Cruise • Overnight camp Point Stuart (LD) - Mary River to Kakadu |
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| 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 - April) Day 2 – Mamukala Wetlands • Ubirr (seasonal) • Bowali Visitor Centre • Walk to Gubara Springs • Nourlangie Rock (seasonal) • Overnight camp Kakadu (BLD) |
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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) Overnight accommodation is not included. TROPICAL SUMMER PROGRAM (December - April) Day 3 - Cathedral Termite Mounds • Boulder Creek Falls • Hike to Motor Car Falls • Return to Darwin (BL) |
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| Day 4 - 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) |
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Day 5 - 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) |
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| Day 6 - 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. |
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Day 7 - Free day in Alice Springs Free day in Alice Springs. Overnight accommodation is not included. |
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| Day 8 - 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) |
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Day 9 - 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) |
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| Day 10 - 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). |
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PRICE (INCL. KITTY) INCLUDES: Experienced & fun guide, meals as indicated, accommodation transfers (transfers from Town, Railway Station or Alice Springs Airport available on request) air-conditioned vehicle, camping fees & equipment, park fees. NOTE: Safaris must be reconfirmed by 4.00pm the day before travel. Itineraries may vary and/or attractions substituted due to seasonal conditions (Tropical Itinerary is now in use). Traditional Owner and National Park requirements. Please note there is a 15kg luggage limit. |
