AAT Kings 12 Days Outback and Kimberley

AAT Kings 12 Day Outback & Kimberley escorted tour travels from Darwin to Alice Springs visiting Kakadu, El Questro, Ayers Rock & Kings Canyon plus more

Itinerary

Day 1 Wed: Arrive Darwin
On arrival in Darwin you will be transferred to your hotel. This afternoon join a city orientation tour of Darwin including the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory. Enjoy a welcome drink with your Tour Director.
Hotel: Mantra on the Esplanade, Darwin. D

Day 2 Thu: Kakadu National Park
We visit the Window on the Wetlands Visitor Centre, before travelling deep into Kakadu National Park. Stop at the Bowali Visitor Centre and see displays of the varied landscapes of Kakadu. Yellow Water Billabong is home to a number of estuarine crocodiles and with luck we may see some on our afternoon cruise. Our local guide will also point out many species of birds that inhabit the wetlands.
Hotel: Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn, Jabiru. BD

Day 3 Fri: Kakadu - Katherine
This morning we visit Nourlangie Rock, home to some of the finest Aboriginal rock art in the Kakadu region. Later we travel south to cruise on Katherine Gorge in Nitmiluk National Park. Experience the gorge at its finest, as the walls reflect the colours of the late afternoon sun.
Hotel: All Seasons Katherine, Katherine. BD

Day 4 Sat: Kununurra
Travel across vast cattle stations into Western Australia. Visit the Durack Homestead and join a spectacular cruise along the Ord River, from Lake Argyle to Kununurra. This permanent water supply has formed wetland areas, which have become havens for birds and marsupials that inhabit the islands in the lake.
Hotel: Lakeside Resort, Kununurra, 2 nights. BD

Day 5 Sun: El Questro - Parry Lagoon
Visit El Questro Station and cruise through Chamberlain Gorge. This afternoon we travel to Parry Lagoon Nature Reserve. See the birdlife of this region and learn about traditional lifestyles. Continue to Wyndham. Enjoy spectacular views of the Kimberley from the 5 Rivers Lookout, whilst hearing about both the cultural and contemporary history of the area. BD

Day 6 Mon: Kununurra - Katherine
Farewell the Kimberley this morning as we retrace our steps to the Northern Territory. See the mighty Victoria River and pass through the Gregory River National Park, en route to the town of Katherine, the third largest town in the Northern Territory.
Hotel: All Seasons Katherine, Katherine. BD

Day 7 Tue: Mataranka Thermal Springs
We stop at Mataranka where there is time for a dip in the thermal springs, which maintain a constant temperature of 34-35°C. Learn a little of the life on an outback station by visiting the Elsey Homestead replica, home of Jeannie Gunn, author of 'We of the Never Never'. This afternoon we travel to Tennant Creek.
Hotel: Bluestone Motor Inn, Tennant Creek. BD

Day 8 Wed: Alice Springs
This morning enjoy a tour of the historic gold mining precinct of Battery Hill. Join a local guide on an underground mine tour and experience the life of an early miner. As we travel south there is time for a walk around the precariously balanced Karlu Karlu (Devils Marbles) that have been worn smooth by the harsh elements of nature over many thousands of years. Later this afternoon we cross the Tropic of Capricorn and arrive in The Alice.
Hotel: Alice Springs Resort, Alice Springs. B

Day 9 Thu: Kata Tjuta (the Olgas)
Stop to view majestic Atila (Mt. Conner) before arriving at Ayers Rock Resort. This afternoon visit Kata Tjuta. We walk into Walpa Gorge to appreciate the sheer size of these unusual domes of red Conglomerate rock. Enjoy complimentary wine and nibbles as we watch the sunset change the colours of Uluru.
Hotel: Desert Gardens Hotel, Ayers Rock Resort. B

Day 10 Fri: Uluru (Ayers Rock)
Early this morning you may wish to join a tour to view sunrise at Uluru.Afterwards, travel by coach to Kuniya Piti, an Aboriginal sacred site at the base of Uluru. Your guide will escort you on a walk to the Mutitjulu Waterhole, pointing out the natural features of the landscape, Aboriginal rock paintings and traditional Aboriginal stories relating to this special place. Experience the sheer size of Uluru as your guide explains the geological formation, Aboriginal history and the flora and fauna unique to this area. Visit the informative Uluru - Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre. This afternoon depart Ayers Rock Resort and travel to Kings Canyon Resort.
Hotel: Kings Canyon Resort, Kings Canyon. BD

Day 11 Sat: Kings Canyon
For the energetic, a guided climb to the canyon rim will be rewarded with magnificent views of Watarrka National Park. Alternatively you may prefer to explore the boulder-strewn canyon floor, an easier walk. Leaving Watarrka National Park behind we travel through to Alice Springs.
Hotel: Alice Springs Resort, Alice Springs. BD

Day 12 Sun: Depart Alice Springs Your tour concludes this morning after breakfast. You will be transferred to Alice Springs Airport to connect with your onward flight. B

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