Tour Code: PB1
Cost 1 person: $895.00
Extra Costs per person:
Sleeping bags can be hired at a cost of $15.00 per person which covers the cost of cleaning after every use. $25.00 Ayers Rock National Park entry fee, plus administration fee.
Maximum People: 24/16
Hiking Difficulty: Hikes of up to 6-8 kilometres per day reasonable fitness required.
Transport: Mini Bus and Large Four Wheel Drive
Group Age: 18-55
Itinerary: (tour is also available in reverse from Alice Springs to Darwin can include either Uluru or Kakadu, or for a longer tour both Uluru and Kakadu ask when enquiring if interested)
Alice Springs to Darwin Tour Day 1
Alice Springs – Banka Banka
Departing from Alice Springs early morning the tour heads north to cross the Tropic of Capricorn and to take some time out at Ti Tree where you can view or buy artwork done by local Aboriginal artists. The next stop is the Devils Marbles where huge rounded boulders balance delicately in unusual formations. The site is sacred to local aborignals. Overnight camp is at a local outback station that has a nice swimming hole (seasonal).
(Lunch, Dinner)
Alice Springs to Darwin Tour Day 2
Banka Banka – Katherine Gorge
Today you visit the oldest pub in the Northern Territory the Daly Waters Pub. Travelers from all over the world have stopped here for decades and there is a wealth of memorabilia on the walls of the pub to keep you reading for hours. Have a nice cold beer while you are there. Next stop you can soak Jacuzzi style in the warm thermal waters of Mataranka Thermal Springs. Fully refreshed the tour heads for the overnight campsite near Katherine Gorge.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Alice Springs to Darwin Tour Day 3
Katherine Gorge - Darwin
This morning you have a choice of activities to explore Katherine Gorge, all are optional and all are at your own expense. Take a canoe paddle up Katherine Gorge or a guided cruise spotting freshwater crocodiles in the Gorge. Helicopter joyflights are also available. After a good lunch the next stop is picturesque Edith Falls, then on to the croc filled Adelaide River before the tour winds up in Darwin in the early evening. (no accommodation supplied).
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Alice Springs to Darwin Tour Day 4
Darwin – Kakadu
See the falls of Litchfield National Park before heading to the Mary River Wetlands. This afternoon look for "crocs" and other wildlife on our private river cruise. Arrive Point Stuart Wilderness Lodge to experience and Aboriginal Corroboree, dinner and overnight camp.
(Lunch, Dinner)
Alice Springs to Darwin Tour Day 5
Kadadu
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 ($12.50 extra own cost) for a guided cruise 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.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
Alice Springs to Darwin Tour Day 6
Kakadu - Darwin
Our first stop is Ubirr where we discover ancient Aboriginal Rock Art. Climb to the top of Ubirr Rock for 360 degree views over the floodplain. 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.
(Breakfast, Lunch)
Itineraries are subject to change in accordance with the weather (seasonal) and the wishes of the traditional Aboriginal owners wishes. Alternate locations are used if required.
Wet Season itinerary:
From December 2009 to March 2010 this tour switches to the “wet season” itinerary as shown below.
DAY 1
Litchfield National Park, Fogg Dam Nature Reserve, Aboriginal Corroboree Overnight camp Point Stuart.
(Lunch, Dinner)
DAY 2
Crocodile Cruise, Ubirr, Bowali Visitors Centre, Walk to Guara Springs, Overnight camp in Kakadu.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
DAY 3
Nourlangie Rock, Cathedral Termite Mounds, Boulder Creek, Hike to Motor Car Falls, Return to Darwin.
(Breakfast, Lunch)
End of Services
Included:
Experienced guides, meals as indicated (BLD stands for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner), accommodation transfers, camping fees & equipment, hostel dormitory accommodation in Darwin.
Note:
Safaris must be reconfirmed by 4.00pm the day before travel. Itineraries may vary and/or attractions may be substituted due to seasonal conditions, Traditional Owner and National Park requirements. 15 kilos luggage maximum on tour (about the same as the airlines). If you have more luggage than this you must talk to the operator about freighting the excess ahead to the tours end. You must do this when reconfirming your tour.
This tour is comprised of two separate tours so tour groups will vary.
Departs from Darwin (reverse itinerary)
April to June 2009
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
July 2009
Daily
August to September 2009
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
October 2009 to March 2010
Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Departures from Alice Springs
1st April to 27th June 2009
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
28th June to 28th July 2009
Daily
29th July to 29th September 2009
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
30th September 2009 to 31st March 2010
Monday, Thursday and Saturday
Reconfirming:
This operator requires you to phone and reconfirm at least 24 hours prior to departure. This is a condition of booking and something you must not forget to do.
On Tour Accommodation:
Accommodation while on tour is at permanent and bush campsites with one nights hostel dormitory accommodation in Darwin.
What to Bring:
Refillable water bottle, Pillow for camping if required, towel, toiletries, insect repellent, sun block cream, hat, torch, warm clothes in winter months, good hiking shoes (preferably ankle high) no open toed sandals or flip flops (thongs). Any snacks you can’t live without.
Passenger Fitness:
This tour is ideally for fit active people who have a degree of fitness aged between 18 to 55, you should be able to undertake a return hike of up to 8 kilometres with no problems. This tour is not suitable for children under the age of 14 years of age.
Passenger Participation:
Passengers are required to assist the guide in the preparation and cleaning up of meals. This also helps you to get to know everyone.
Itineraries are subject to change in accordance with the weather (seasonal) and the wishes of the traditional Aboriginal owners wishes. Alternate locations are used if required.
If we can assist further please don’t hesitate to email. If you wish to book this tour please use our secure booking page to send your information to us safely.