Australia

Tour Departs

Darwin 0700am Tue, Thu, Sat (+Sun - May to Nov)

Tour Finishes

Alice Springs 6.00/7.00pm

Max People

16/24/45

What To Bring

Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), hat & sunscreen, towel & toiletries, swimming gear, warm clothing in winter, water bottle, torch, insect repellent, camera & film, pillow, sleeping bag (can be hired for $15)

What's Included

Experienced guides, all meals as indicated, accomodation transfers, camping fees & equipment

Places of Interest

Litchfield NP, Mary River, Kakadu National Park, Jim Jim & Twin Falls, Katherine Gorge, Mataranka Springs, Daly Waters, Tennant Creek, Devils Marbles.

Prices

1st Apr 2006 - 31st Mar 2007

Adult: £320 plus park entrance fee
Child: £255 plus park entrance fee


 

6 Day Darwin to Alice Springs incl. Kakadu


Hikes up to 6-8kms per day

ITINERARY


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 for 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) Overnight dorm accommodation included.

Day 4 - 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 5 - Katherine Gorge to Tennant Creek


Relax in Mataranka's crystal clear thermal pools then experience the famous Outback pub at Daly Waters, the oldest in the Northern Territory. After lunch, we travel south to Tennant Creek for our overnight camp at Juno Horse Farm. (BLD)

Day 6 - Tennant Creek to Alice Springs


This morning we visit the picturesque Mary Ann Dam in the Honeymoon Ranges before exploring the mysterious foundations of the Devils Marbles. We then continue on to Alice Springs.(BL)

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