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Darwin & Kakadu

2 Day 4WD - Kakadu

Day 1

You will visit Fogg Dam Nature Reserve where you can view a menagerie of birdlife, snakes and other reptiles. From here, you travel onto the Mary River for a spectacular crocodile / wildlife cruise. After lunch, you will visit Bowali Visitor Centre and then spend the rest of the afternoon exploring Ubirr Rock where the Aboriginal rock art dates back an estimated 20,000 years. You camp in the permanent campsite in Kakadu National Park. (LD)

Day 2

This morning you will travel to the awesome Jim Jim Falls located deep within striking escarpment country and walk to the base of the falls, enjoying the peace and tranquillity of this beautiful area. After lunch you will then travel to Twin Falls (only able to be accessed by swimming) to admire the cascading waterfall and sunbake on the sandy bank before travelling back to Darwin. (BL)

Departs: - Darwin 6.30 am Daily (Jul to Nov) / Darwin 6.30 am Wed, Fri & Sun (Dec - Jun)

Price For 2005/6

Adult Child

2 Day 4WD Kakadu - Includes Experienced tour guides, all meals as indicated, accommodation transfers, camping fees & equipment (NTK2)

$325.00 pp + park entrance fee N/S

3 Day 4WD Kakadu Litchfield Safari

Day 1 - Darwin to Mary River

See the falls of Litchfield National Park before arriving at the Mary River Wetlands. This afternoon look for ‘crocs’ and other wildlife on our private river cruise. Arrive at Point Stuart Wilderness Lodge to experience an Aboriginal Corroborree, dinner and overnight camp. (LD)

Day 2 - Mary River to Kakadu

We call in at Mamukala Wetlands then head to the awesome Jim Jim Falls to take a walk to the base of the falls before continuing on to Twin Falls. Here 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. We drive on to Kakadu for dinner and our overnight camp. (BLD)


Day 3 - Kakadu to Darwin

Our first stop is Ubirr where we discover ancient Aboriginal rock art. We continue our journey to Maguk (Barramundi Gorge), where we do some hiking and enjoy a refreshing dip in the plunge pools. We then return to Darwin, enjoying the impressive scenery along the way. (BL)


 

 

 


Departs
 Darwin 7 am Daily - Returns Darwin approx 7.30-8.00 pm

Price For 2005/6 Adult Child

3 Day 4WD Kakadu Litchfield Safari  - Includes experienced tour guides, all meals as indicated, accommodation transfers, camping fees & equipment (NTK3)

$495.00 + park entrance fee (Apr-Nov)

$455.00 + park entrance fee (Dec-Mar)

Same as adult

* Evening meals are BBQ-style camp dinners eaten together as a group
* Itinerary may vary according to seasonal conditions & the closure of Twin & Jim Jim Falls. Attractions will be substituted with others of interest
*Where accommodation is not available we reserve the right to use another property of similar or better quality.



6 Day - Top End Safari

Day 1 - Darwin to Mary River


You travel to Fogg Dam Nature Reserve and enjoy a wetlands walk viewing a variety of birds and reptiles before following a dirt road to the pristine Mary River Wetlands, passing scenic billabongs and sensational areas for bird and wildlife viewing, on your way to our afternoon crocodile cruise. You arrive at Point Stuart Wilderness Lodge for the overnight camp and enjoy an Aboriginal Corroborree, learning about the local culture and way of life. (LD)


Day 2 - Mary River to Kakadu

You call in at Mamukala Wetlands then head to the awesome Jim Jim Falls located deep within striking escarpment country where you enjoy a walk to the base of the falls enjoying the tranquillity of this beautiful area. Your next stop is Twin Falls where you swim up the stunning gorge to the cascading waterfall where you can relax on the sandy bank. You drive on for a delicious dinner and the overnight camp. (BLD)


Day 3 - Kakadu
 


Your first stop is Ubirr, an area rich in Aboriginal history with spectacular views of the surrounding country. Here you’ll see some of the best examples of Aboriginal rock art to be found in Australia that date back an estimated 20,000 years. You pass through more beautiful wetland areas on our journey to Barramundi Gorge (Maguk), where you do some hiking and enjoy a refreshing dip in the plunge pools. You then head for the campsite at Gunlom to watch the vivid colours of the tropical sunset. (BLD)


Day 4 - Kakadu to Katherine Gorge

A fantastic day of hiking and swimming! You start at Gunlom Falls, climbing to the top of the falls to enjoy the stunning views and swim in the plunge pools before heading to Edith Falls, where you can take another dip in the top pool. You leave for the permanent camp near Katherine Gorge. (BLD)


Day 5 - Katherine Gorge to Adelaide River

You spend half a day canoeing or cruising (at your own expense) the spectacular Katherine Gorge. After lunch you can relax in the clear waters of Katherine Hot Springs or hike to Robin Falls (seasonal) before making your way to this evening's camp, where you sample traditional ‘Top End’ tucker. (BLD)


Day 6 - Adelaide River to Darwin

You head for another of the Top End’s beautiful features, Litchfield National Park and spend the day exploring Florence, Tolmer and Wangi Falls and Buley Rockhole as well as the huge magnetic termite mounds. After a fun day of swimming and bush walking you head back to Darwin. (BL)

Attention:

This tour is ideal for fit and active people who want to gain a greater insight into the mystique and culture that this World Heritage National Park has to offer. Uses basic bush camps

 

 

 

 

 

Departs Darwin @ 7.30am Mon, Thur & Sat (April - Nov only) - returns to Darwin approx 6.00 - 7.00 pm

Price For 2005/6

Adult Child

6 Day Top End Safari experienced tour guides, all meals as indicated, accommodation transfers, camping fees & equipment (NTK6)

$795.00 + park entrance fee $700.00 + park entrance fee

 


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