|
Notes:
*
This tour includes 6 nights camping
and 3 nights motel accommodation
(motel accommodation is based on
twin share - single travellers are required to pay a single supplement of $150). Accommodation upgrade
available.
*
Itinerary may vary according to
seasonal conditions. Package is
made up of 3 individual tours, therefore
you may travel with a different
guide and passengers during each
section.

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 where we stay overnight in our private campsite. (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)
Day
4 - Darwin
City
A
day free to relax and enjoy the
tropical city of Darwin. Take
a look at the Museum, try fish feeding
at Doctors Gully or visit the Indo-Pacific
Marine (day at own expense). Overnight
in Motel. (No meals)
Day
5 -
Darwin to Katherine Gorge
After
departing Darwin, we take a look
at the Adelaide River WWII War Cemetery
before spending the afternoon either
canoeing or cruising (at own expense)
the striking Katherine (Nitmiluk)
Gorge. We stay overnight in
our permanent campsite. (LD)
Day
6 - Mataranka Gorge to Tennant Creek
Relax
in Mataranka’s crystal clear thermal
pools then experience the famous
Outback Aussie pub at Daly Waters.
After lunch, travel south to Tennant
Creek for our overnight camp at
Juno Horse Farm. (BLD)
Day
7 - Devils
Marbles to Alice Springs
We
tour the Battery Stamp Gold Mine
at Tennant Creek then explore the
mysterious formations of the Devils
Marbles before leaving for Alice
Springs, where we stay overnight
motel accommodation included. (BL)
Day
8 - Alice
Spring - Kata Tjuta - Uluru
We
travel to the Outback Camel Farm
for an optional camel ride (at own
expense). Then we enjoy the
sights of the ancient Hugh and Finke
River systems, Mt Connor and the
unique scenery on our journey on
to Uluru (Ayers Rock). After lunch
at Yulara, we explore the Valley
of the Winds in the majestic Kata
Tjuta (Olgas) then return to enjoy
champagne with the sun setting over
Uluru. Camp at our permanent campsite
in tents or view the brilliance
of the outback night sky while sleeping
in an authentic Aussie bedroll (swag).
(LD)
 Day
9 -
Uluru to Kings Canyon
Up
before sunrise for a base walk at
Uluru to explore the mysterious
rock formations and Aboriginal art
sites or choose to climb. Visit
the Cultural Centre for a greater
insight into Aboriginal art and
beliefs. After lunch we head to
Kings Canyon for our overnight camp.
(BLD)
Day
10 - Kings
Canyon to Alice Springs
Climb
and explore spectacular Kings Canyon,
view the ’Amphitheatre’, ’The Lost
City’, the picturesque ’Garden of
Eden’ and the breathtaking North
and South Walls, then enjoy a refreshing
dip in the waterhole (summer only).
After lunch, we return to Alice
Springs viewing the rugged desert
scenery along the way. (BL)
Tour Code: PB10DA
Departs:
Darwin 7.00am
Apr, 28 Oct-Mar: Mon Wed Fri
May-Jun: Mon Tue Wed Fri Sat
Jul-27 Oct: Daily
Maximum People: 16/24
This tour also runs in reverse: Tour Code: PB10AD
Departs Alice Springs 6.30am
| Cost: (Valid to 31 Mar 2008) |
| |
Adult: $AU1300 plus park entrance fee + $10 fuel levy (pp twin)
Single adult (3 nights motel)
AU$1460 plus park entrance fee + $10 fuel levy
Child: $AU1040 plus park entrance fee + $10 fuel levy |
BRING: Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), hat
& sunscreen, towel a toiletries, warm clothing in winter, water bottle, torch,
insect repellent, camera & film, pillow, sleeping bag (can be hired).
INCLUDED: Experienced guides, all meals as indicated, accommodation transfers, camping fees
& equipment
Safaris must be reconfirmed by 4pm
the day before travel. Itinerary may vary due to seasonal & cultural
conditions |