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10
Day Kakadu to Uluru (Ayers Rock) Safari Tour
Start from Darwin and Finishes at Alice Springs
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A 10 day small
coach camping and accommodated small group tour
to Litchfield National Park, Mary River Wetlands,
Kakadu National Park, Darwin, Katherine Gorge,
Mataranka, Devils Marbles, Tennant Creek, Uluru
(Ayers Rock), Kata Tjuta (Olgas), Kings Canyon,
Aboriginal Culture.
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10
Day Kakadu to Uluru (Ayers Rock) Safari Tour |
| Tour
Code: |
G-PB10DA |
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Darwin |
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Departure
Dates:
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Apr
01-Jun 30: Mon Thu Sat
Jul 01-Jul 31: Mon Wed Thu Sat Sun
Aug 01-Oct 31: Mon Wed Thu Sat
Nov 01-Mar31: Mon Thu Sat |
| Departure
Time: |
100%
Adventure Shop at 6.30am, Shop 2/ 52 Mitchell St,
Darwin, or hotel pick up times will be confirmed
at time of booking |
| Finishes: |
Alice
Springs |
| Finish
Time: |
Select
Alice Springs accommodation early evening day 10 |
| Tour
Prices: Adult |
| 1st
April 2011 - 31st March 2012 |
| Tour
Price (AUD) |
Adult |
Child |
Plus
Park Fees |
Total
Adult |
Total
Child |
| Standard
( 6 nights twin-share camping, 3 nights budget
ensuite accomm) |
| Twin-share |
$1475 |
$1180 |
$62.50 |
$1537.50 |
$1180 |
| Triple |
$1399 |
N/A |
$62.50 |
$1461.50 |
N/A |
| Single |
$1695 |
N/A |
$62.50 |
$1757.50 |
N/A |
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Standard
( 6 nights twin-share camping, 3 nights budget
ensuite accommodation)
N/S = This
tour is not available to children 12 years
and under.
N/S = This option is not available at a discounted
child rate. |
Extras:
$25 Kakadu Park Fee
$25 Uluru Park Fee
$12.50 Boat Transfer Fee - Kakadu (seasonal) |
| All
prices are in Australian Dollars (includes
10% GST) based on per person |
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Specials:
Book here now today and receive a 8% earlybird discount.
based on tour base component. Excludes optional
extras and park fees. |
| Min
Numbers: |
4 |
| Max
Numbers: |
16/24 |
| Tour
Vehicle: |
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4WD
Mitsubishi or Isuzu- 16, 17 or 20
seats front facing air-conditioned vehicle.
Our 4WDs
(16 - 20 seaters) have spacious cabs with
ample legroom and forward facing seats for
increased comfort and a better view for greater
appreciation of the scenery.
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Toyota
Coaster mini-bus - (max 22 seats)
or Mitsubishi Rosa mini-bus
(max 24 seats) - front facing air-conditioned
vehicle.
We use
our coaches in locations where there are large
driving distances on sealed roads as the larger
vehicles provide greater comfort. In all other
circumstances, we focus on providing a small
group experience with an average maximum group
size of 16.
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| Suitability: |
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Maximum
Walks: Hikes up to 6-8kms per day. A reasonable
level of fitness is required as there will
be some walking to view places of interest.
Suitable for soft adventures with a passion
for bushwalking and exploring. |
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| Staying: |
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tour includes 6 nights camping and 3 night's
motel accommodation. |
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Permanent
Campsites - have permanently
erected tents (multi-share), permanent
cooking facilities and purpose-built fire
pits, screened eating areas, share showers
and toilets. |
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Motel
Accommodation -
Note: *Single accommodation is provided for
3 nights motel accommodation only (while camping
single passengers will share with other same
sex travellers). Package is made up of three
individual tours; therefore you may travel
with a different guide and passengers during
each section. Tropical Summer Program applies
December to May. |
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| To
Bring: |
Tour
ticket, Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), hat
& sunscreen, towel & toiletries, warm clothing
in winter, water bottle, torch, insect repellent,
camera, pillow, sleeping bag (can be hired for
$20)
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Included: |
Experienced
tour guides, meals as indicated, accommodation transfers,
Aboriginal culture interpretive walk, camping fees
& equipment for 6 nights and 3 nights budget ensuite
motel accommodation. |
| Places
Of Interest: |
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Places
Of Interest:
Outback Camel Farm, (If you start the tour
from Alice Springs only)
Uluru (Ayers Rock),
Kata Tjuta (the
Olgas) on a guided walk through the Valley of
the Winds
Aboriginal Culture
at the Cultural Centre at Uluru,
Kings Canyon and we check out the Amphitheatre,
Lost City, the lush and ancient Garden of Eden
and the sheer outcrops of the North and South
walls.
Alice Springs
Barrow Creek
Pub, home of the telegraph station
Devils Marbles,
a site sacred to its traditional owners.
Visit to
the famed Daly Waters pub, a quintessential outback
roadhouse and 'watering hole' for travellers from
far and wide.
Mataranka
lies in the heart of the 'never-never'
Mataranka Thermal Springs,
Katherine Gorge, half day to spend canoeing or
cruising (at own expense and seasonal) the spectacular
waters,
Idyllic
Edith Falls
Darwin,
Litchfield National Park,
checking out the waterfalls of Litchfield National
Park
Mary River Wetlands,
Kakadu National Park,
Private river cruise - Wildlife/Crocodile Cruise,
Maguk (Barramundi
Gorge),
Bowali Visitor Centre,
Ubirr Rock, ancient Aboriginal rock art at Ubirr,
Jim Jim - we'll hike to the base of the falls
Twin Falls
- feel the beauty of the stunning gorge and powerful
falls from the National Park operated boat and
boardwalk experience(seasonal).
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Day 1 - Darwin to Mary River
A refreshing start to your day checking out the waterfalls
of Litchfield National Park. Travel west into Woolna
Country and receive a Cul Cul or unique 'Welcome to Country'
by the traditional owners of the land the Limilngan - Wulna
people. Experience the local Aboriginal Culture, cooking your
own bush tucker, playing the didgeridoo, basket weaving and
spear throwing. To finish the day we head to the spectacular
Mary River Wetlands, where birds aren't the only wildlife
abundant around here; keep your eyes out for lurking crocodiles
on our private river cruise! A secluded campsite at Point
Stuart Wilderness Lodge is where we'll stay tonight. (LD)
Day 2 -
Mary River to Kakadu
Discover ancient Aboriginal rock art at Ubirr, our first stop
this morning. Clamber to the top of a rocky lookout for fabulous
views over the Nardab floodplain. Next it's on to Maguk (Barramundi
Gorge), where a hike is rewarded with a reviving swim in the
plunge pools. Tonight we stay at our permanent camp within
Kakadu NP. (BLD)
Day 3 -
Kakadu to Darwin
Get ready for some 4WD action today on our way to Jim Jim
Falls! Once we get there, we'll hike to the base of the falls
before continuing on to Twin Falls. Feel the beauty of the
stunning gorge and powerful falls from the National Park operated
boat and boardwalk experience. The impressive scenery will
continue to amaze you as we journey back to Darwin in the
afternoon. Overnight motel accommodation included. (BL)
Day 4 -
Darwin City
Enjoy a FREE day to relax and enjoy Darwin. Overnight motel
included. (Meals at own expense)
Day 5 -
Darwin to Katherine Gorge
Leaving Darwin, we stop for a break at Adelaide River on the
way to Katherine. We spend the afternoon at the majestic Katherine
Gorge (Nitmiluk), which is part of the Nitmiluk National Park.
Experience the striking beauty while canoeing or cruising
(at own expense & seasonal) through the gorge itself. Want
to see more? Jump onboard a helicopter flight (at own expense)
which will take you high above the vast gorge system. Tonight
we stay at our permanent camp near Katherine Gorge. (LD)
Day 6 -
Katherine Gorge to Tennant Creek
Not far to the south is Mataranka, where you can revive in
a sparkling thermal pool surrounded by lush tropical forest.
Next stop is the iconic Daly Waters outback hotel, the Territory's
oldest pub. Nearby lies Australia's first international airport,
but you won't get a flight back home from here these days!
After lunch, we continue south to Tennant Creek where we camp
overnight at our private campsite. (BLD)
Day 7 -
Tennant Creek to Alice Springs
This morning we check out the sacred site of the Devils Marbles,
which balance precariously on their rocky perch. From here
we stop in at Barrow Creek Pub, home to the historic Telegraph
Station - catch a glimpse of what outback telecommunication
used to be like! We cross over the Tropic of Capricorn, before
arriving early evening into Alice Springs (BL). Overnight
motel accommodation included.
Day 8 -
Alice Springs to Kata Tjuta & Uluru
Kick off your adventure on top of a camel! Our first stop
is the Outback Camel Farm where you can choose to ride atop
one of these desert giants (at own expense). From here it's
off to Uluru (Ayers Rock), and a bite to eat. Kata Tjuta will
fascinate you, and you will discover some of the secrets of
this ancient landform on the Valley of the Winds hike. You'll
be mesmerised as the desert sun sets over Uluru, and as the
night grows darker, curl up in your swag (Aussie bedroll)
under millions of stars. (LD)
Day 9 -
Uluru to Kings Canyon
It's an early start this morning, but you'll be rewarded with
a glorious Uluru sunrise. While the morning's fresh (and your
legs are too!) enjoy an unguided walk around the base of Uluru.
You will then deepen your understanding of the land and the
Mala people as you take a cultural interpretive walk with
an Aboriginal guide (and interpreter). Explore the many caves
of the Mala people, learning how they lived and prepared for
ceremonies. Your Aboriginal guide will also share the sensitive
story of the Mala people who lived at Uluru with their friend
the Itjaritjari (marsupial mole). There is also a visit to
sacred Kantju Gorge, a quiet water hole at the base of a dramatic
rock face. Afterwards, you will have the opportunity to purchase
Aboriginal arts and crafts at the Cultural Centre before we
travel to our exclusive campsite within the Watarrka National
Park (Kings Canyon) where we sleep for the night. (BLD)
Day 10 -
Kings Canyon to Alice Springs
Get your hiking shoes on today as we head out to explore the
impressive formations of Kings Canyon. You'll be left breathless
by the sheer beauty of the canyon as we trek through the Amphitheatre,
the Lost City, the lush and ancient Garden of Eden and the
North and South Walls. Lunch is a welcome prospect, before
we make our way back to Alice Springs. (BL)
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Note:
This
package is made up of 3 individual tours; therefore you may
travel with a different guide and passengers during each section.
Itineraries may vary and/or attractions be substituted for
any cause including seasonal conditions, weather extremes,
Traditional Owner and national park requirements. Please see
terms and conditions of travel for full details.
The Top End follows a Tropical Itinerary Dec-May, Kakadu itineraries
vary according to seasonal open and closures of falls, which
cannot be predetermined.
A Tropical summer itinerary applies for Kakadu section Dec-May
Package includes 6 nights twin share camping and 3 nights
budget ensuite accommodation. Single accommodation is provided
for motel only, whilst camping single passengers will share
with a member of the same sex.
National Park fees of AUD$62.50 are payable on the morning
of departure (includes $25 entry into Kakadu National Park,
$25 entry to Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park and $12.50 Twin
Falls boat transfer - seasonal)
Safaris must be
reconfirmed 48 hours prior to departure by phone direct with
the tour operator - (Details on your E-Ticket).
Standard (7 nights camping, 4 nights dorm with share facilities)
- when starting this tour from Alice Springs.
A STRICT luggage limit of 15KG
applies Alice Springs to Darwin and 10KG on Kakadu Safaris.
Optional $20 Sleeping Bag Hire if required.
Children
under 16yrs exempted from park fee.
B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
ATA Child
Policy On Tours
Note:
N/S = This tour is not available to children 12 years
and under.
Note: N/A = This option
is not available at a discounted child rate.
Note: *Child rates
are for children 8-12 years accompanied by an adult
Note: Children 7 years
and under are not permitted to travel on any tour
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Tour Difference
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