AAT Kings 19 Days Top End Western Experience

Camping

Tour Code: CDBU

Fully Escorted Camping Adventures featuring Darwin, Kakadu, Katherine, El Questro, Broome, Tanami Track, Alice Springs, Uluru (Ayers Rock)

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Darwin
On arrival in Darwin you will be transferred to your hotel. Later join a city orientation tour. Enjoy a welcome drink this evening with your crew.
Hotel: Travelodge Mirambeena Resort, Darwin.

Day 2: Kakadu National Park
We travel deep into Kakadu National Park stopping at the Bowali Visitor Centre, before continuing to Nourlangie Rock for a short walk to view ancient Aboriginal rock art. This afternoon we join a cruise on the famous Yellow Water Billabong.
Camp: Kakadu National Park. BD

Day 3: Nitmiluk National Park
Travel via the gold mining town of Pine Creek to Katherine. We stop at beautiful Edith Falls where there is time for a swim, before setting up camp in Nitmiluk National Park. Enjoy an afternoon cruise through spectacular Katherine Gorge.
Camp: Nitmiluk National Park. BLD

Day 4: Kununurra
Heading west we travel via Timber Creek and Victoria River. Crossing the border into Western Australia, we traverse large cattle stations to the township of Kununurra, which is the hub of local industry for agriculture, tourism and mining in the east Kimberley.
Camp: Kununurra, 2 nights. BLD

Day 5: Lake Argyle
This morning we explore Mirima (Hidden Valley) National Park and admire the views from Kelly's Knob Lookout. Later, visit the historic Durack Homestead and learn about this pioneering family. Later enjoy a cruise on mighty Lake Argyle. An optional Bungle Bungles 4WD adventure or Lirrgarn Argyle Diamond Mine tour are available today. BD

Day 6: Emma Gorge
We travel along the Gibb River Road to Emma Gorge Resort. There is the opportunity to take a guided walk into the gorge with time for a swim in the crystal- clear water at the base of the waterfall.
Camp: El Questro Wilderness Park, 2 nights. BLD

Day 7: El Questro 'Free Time'
Today is free for you to explore El Questro Wilderness Park. Perhaps take an optional cruise through Chamberlain Gorge or visit an Aboriginal rock art site. Ask your Tour Director for details on the many optional activities that are available at the El Questro Station Township. BLD

Day 8: Gibb River Road
Today we journey through some of the harshest terrain of the Kimberley. We skirt the Cockburn Range and cross the King Leopold Range, then continue along the famous Gibb River Road, stopping at Manning Gorge (conditions permitting).
Bush Camp:Manning Gorge. BLD

Day 9: Kimberley Gorges
We take a walk into beautiful Galvans Gorge. Later, we inspect the unusual formation at Tunnel Creek (conditions permitting), before continuing on to spectacular Windjana Gorge, parts of which are up to 100 metres in height.
Bush Camp: Windjana Gorge. BLD

Day 10: Broome
We leave the Gibb River Road, stopping to see the Boab Prison Tree and Myall Bore. We then head south to Derby to visit the Circular Wharf before continuing to Broome. See Chinatown, the Japanese Cemetery, Streeters Jetty and visit Ganthaeume Point for sweeping views of the Indian Ocean. This evening we watch a breathtaking sunset over Cable Beach.
Hotel: Mercure Broome, 2 nights. B

Day 11: Broome 'Free Time'
A free day to explore tropical Broome. B

Day 12: Fitzroy Crossing
The distinct landscape of the northwest region of the Kimberley becomes obvious today as we journey along the Northern Highway to the town of Fitzroy Crossing.
Camp: Fitzroy Crossing. BLD

Day 13: Geikie Gorge - Halls Creek
Cruise through Geikie Gorge where the river flows beneath the towering limestone cliffs. Watch for freshwater crocodiles and wallabies. Continue along the Northern Highway to Halls Creek.
Camp: Halls Creek. BLD

Day 14: Top Springs
We skirt the edge of the Tanami Desert before crossing into the Northern Territory en route to Top Springs.
Bush Camp: Top Springs. BLD

Day 15: Tennant Creek
Admire the pretty countryside as we drive along the Buchanan Stock Road, past vast cattle stations for which the region is renowned, to Tennant Creek.
Camp: Tennant Creek. BLD

Day 16: Alice Springs
We travel to the end of the Tanami Track and on to Alice Springs for a city tour including the Royal Flying Doctor Service and the School of the Air.
Camp: Alice Springs. B

Day 17: Kings Canyon
Clients departing this morning (Tour Code: CDAA) will be transferred to Alice Springs Airport (flights anytime).Travel to Kings Canyon stopping en route at a camel farm for an optional ride on a 'ship of the desert'. This afternoon for the energetic, a guided climb to the canyon rim will be rewarded with magnificent views of Watarrka National Park. Or you may prefer to explore the boulder-strewn canyon floor, an easier walk. The sheer red rock face of the canyon soars over 100 metres above lush palm forests, sheltering them from the surrounding desert conditions. While it was little known to Europeans until recently, the Luritja Aboriginal people have called the area their home for over 20,000 years.
Camp: Kings Canyon. BD

Day 18: Ayers Rock
Travel to Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park where you'll glimpse your first sight of Uluru. Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine as you watch the spectacular colours of sunset at Uluru.
Camp: Ayers Rock Resort. B

Day 19: Depart Ayers Rock
Your tour concludes today after breakfast. You will be transferred to Ayers Rock Airport for your onward flight. B

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