Tour Code: PB2
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)
Darwin to Alice Springs Tour Day 1
Darwin – Katherine Gorge
Departing early from Darwin the first stop is at Adelaide River before driving directly to Katherine. This afternoon you have the opportunity to explore Katherine Gorge by canoe or by guided boat (at own expense). Spot a freshwater crocodile and admire the sheer walls of Nitmiluk National Park. Overnight at permanent campsite near Katherine Gorge.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Darwin to Alice Springs Tour Day 2
Katherine Gorge to Tennant Creek
This morning the tour heads a short distance down the Stuart Highway to Mataranka Thermal Springs where you can soak away in the warm crystal clear thermal spring water. Next stop is the historic Daly Waters pub, the first pub in the Northern Territory, marvel at the things travelers have left behind over the years, definitely something different. After lunch it’s back on the highway to the overnight camp at Juno Horse Farm.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Darwin to Alice Springs Tour Day 3
Tennant Creek to Alice Springs
Devils Marbles is the first stop this morning, check out the huge rounded boulders balanced delicately on the landscape and sacred to the local aboriginal people. From Devils Marbles the next stop is the Barrow Creek pub where you can see currency notes from all over the world stuck on the wall of the pub waiting for their owners next trip to the pub. The historic Telegraph Station gives you an insight into what communications used to be like. Moving on to Ti Tree you get the opportunity to view and or buy indigenous works of art. A quick trip over the Tropic of Capricorn and the tour then arrives in Alice Springs early evening. Overnight in Alice Springs accommodation provided).
(Breakfast, Lunch)
Darwin to Alice Springs Tour Day 4
Alice Springs – Kata Tjuta - Uluru
Departing from Alice Springs early morning the tour heads to the Outback Camel Farm where you can try riding a camel (at own expense). From there the tour heads straight to Uluru passing Mt Connor on the way and taking in the desert scenery. After lunch it’s time to discover Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) with a hike through the Valley of the Winds. Tonight you snuggle up in your swag sleeping under the amazing southern sky and the millions of stars.
(Lunch, Dinner)
Darwin to Alice Springs Tour Day 5
Uluru – Kings Canyon
Up at dawn to watch the rising sun playing across the patterns of Ayers Rock. This morning you can choose to do an unguided base walk of Ayers Rock or if you are fit you can climb to the top, it’s a lot further than it looks from the bottom of the rock. A visit to the local Aboriginal Cultural Centre is on the itinerary before lunch. After lunch we head off to the permanent campsite at Kings Canyon and a campfire oven dinner and another night under the stars.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Darwin to Alice Springs Tour Day 6
Kings Canyon – Alice Springs
This morning hike the amazing North and South walls of Kings Canyon, take in the Amphitheatre and some amazing rock formations, hike down to the Garden of Eden for a quick swim (seasonal) and visit the Lost City. We pause for a hearty lunch before heading back to Alice Springs arriving in the early evening (no accommodation provided).
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
End of Services
Included:
Experienced guides, meals as indicated (BLD stands for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner), accommodation transfers, camping fees & equipment, hostel dormitory accommodation in Alice Springs.
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
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 (reverse itinerary)
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 Alice Springs.
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.