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Australian Pacific Touring Kakadu, Art Sites and Wildlife Tour

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Spend overnight in Kakadu National Park and explore the highlights of this stunning area. Day one includes a Yellow Water billabong cruise where you may see saltwater crocodiles, diverse birdlife and beautiful water lilies. Day two offers the ancient Aboriginal art sites of Ubirr dating back 20,000 years and an East Alligator River Cruise.

Itinerary

Day 1.
Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre, Nourlangie Rock, Yellow Water Billabong Cruise
Stay: Kakadu National Park - Aurora Kakadu, Standard Room (Budget), Aurora Kakadu, Superior Room (Standard), Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn (First-Class)

Depart Darwin and travel east into World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park. Covering some 20,000 square kilometres, Kakadu is Australia's largest and arguably most famous national park. Kakadu's vast wetlands and ancient escarpment are home to one of Australia's largest and most diverse bird populations, supporting up to one-third of all Australian bird species. This morning visit the Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre to gain an insight into the cultural and historical significance the park holds for its traditional owners. Join a guided boat cruise on Yellow Water billabong, Kakadu's most famous wetland area. Keep a look out for saltwater crocodiles, birds and beautiful waterlilies. After lunch, travel to Nourlangie Rock art site and view the ancient galleries of Aboriginal rock art. The unique x-ray style works record the culture and evolution of the people over the past 40,000 years. Lx1

Day 2.
Ubirr Art Site, East Alligator River Cruise

This morning you may wish to take a scenic flight over the Arnhem Land escarpment (own expense). Visit the Bowali Visitor Centre to further your understanding of the region's rich culture. Travel to Ubirr to see superbly preserved Aboriginal rock art. Located on the Arnhem Land escarpment, Ubirr has been added in its own right to the World Heritage List because of its anthropological and archaeological value. Join an Aboriginal guide for the Guluyambi Cruise on the East Alligator River. As you glide along the tranquil waters, learn of the flora, fauna, Aboriginal mythology and history of the region from your guide. Along the way, with special permission, take a short walk into Arnhem Land (conditions permitting). Later, stop at Window on the Wetlands and enjoy a complimentary glass of wine while watching the changing light of day over the floodplains. Return to Darwin, arriving at approximately 8.00 p.m. Lx1

COST
KKU2
Budget
Single: $610
Twin: $505
Triple: $480

Standard
Single: $750
Twin: $630
Triple: $599

1st Class
Single: $950
Twin: $730
Triple: $694

Departures
Daily departures Apr 2009 - Mar 2010

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