About this tour: Kakadu, Katherine & Litchfield
Adventure
Escape on an outback safari from Darwin to Kakadu National Park
Journey into the Northern Territory's rugged Top End on this short
but sweet four-day tour. Learn about Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander legends and customs during the Top Didj cultural experience,
go bird and croc spotting in the lush Mary River and see traditional
rock art in Ubirr. Climb high to look down on the Nardab Floodplain
and then find refuge from the tropical heat in the swimming holes
of World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park. Discover the history
of the First Peoples of Australia at Anbangbang and cruise through
the towering rock walls of Katherine Gorge. The reds of the soil
and orange of the sunsets will leave you with a lasting impression
of the Territory’s beauty and biodiversity.
Valid: 1 April 2020 – 31 October
2021
Trip Code: PNTY4C
Price: AUD $1295 (per adult in a twin share room)
• All prices are in Australian Dollars (includes 10% GST) based
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Days: 4
Start: Darwin, Australia
Finish: Darwin, Australia
Departs: 01 Apr 2020 - 23 May 2020: Tuesdays |
24 May 2020 - 02 Sep 2020: Tuesdays and Saturdays | 01 Sep 2020
- 31 Oct 2020: Tuesdays
Destinations: Northern Territory, Kakadu
Style: Original - Camping
Theme: Overland, Short Breaks, Wildlife
Included activities• Litchfield National Park •
Ubirr Rock • Kakadu National Park Fee • Mary River cruise • Bowali
Visitor Centre • Pine Creek Gold-Mining Centre • Maguk (Barramundi
Gorge) • Edith Falls • Top Didj Indigenous Experience
Physical Rating:2 out of 5
Ages: Min 8
Transport: Air Conditioned 4WD
Group size: Min 1, Max 21
Meals: 3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
Original Accommodation: Permanent, furnished tented
camp
• Permanent, furnished tented camp (with shared facilities) (3 nights)
• Original-style camping is in shared permanent twin-share tents
that feature cosy beds, wooden floors, full linen, lighting, power
points, a bedside table and fans. Shared bathroom facilities (see
below for more)
Trip Itinerary:
Day 1: Darwin - Mary River via Litchfield National Park
• Welcome to the Northern Territory! Your adventure begins in the
tropical city of Darwin. Set off from Darwin and head south to Lichfield
National Park, a huge sandstone plateau with dozens of waterfalls.
Explore Florence Falls, Wangi Falls and the Buley Rockholes. After
a picnic lunch, stroll through steamy rainforests and cool off with
a dip in one of Litchfield's picturesque swimming holes. Enjoy some
relaxed time at the campsite and a meal before climbing into bed
at the secluded Mary River campsite.
Total driving time: approximately 5.5 hours (approximately 400 km).
Total walking time: approximately 45 minutes
Accommodation: • Permanent, furnished tented camp (with shared facilities)
(1 night)
Included Activities: • Litchfield National Park
Meals Included: • Lunch •Dinner
Please note that all tents are twin-share and come with a proper
bed.
Day 2: Kakadu National Park: Ubirr & Barramundi Gorge
• After breakfast this morning, head to onto the water on a wildlife
cruise in the Mary River Wetlands, a network of waterways home to
crocodiles and native bird species. Kakadu National Park and discover
ancient Aboriginal rock art in Ubirr. Your guide will lead an interpretive
cultural walk through the numerous rock galleries, before you climb
to the top of a lookout for views over the Nardab floodplain. Tonight,
relax by the pool at the Kakadu campground and enjoy a group dinner.
Total driving time: approximately 6.5 hours (approximately 550 km).
Total walking time: approximately 2 hours
Accommodation: • Permanent, furnished tented camp (with shared facilities)
(1 night)
Included Activities: • Ubirr Rock •Kakadu National Park Fee •Mary
River cruise
Meals Included: • Breakfast •Lunch •Dinner
Day 3: Kakadu - Katherine
• This morning you have the option to take a scenic flight over
Kakadu (at your own expense). The flight takes in views over the
Arnhem Land escarpment, vast flood plains and billabongs. Later
spend time exploring Kakadu’s other major Aboriginal rock art site
– Nourlangie (Burrunggui), while your guide provides a glimpse into
how the local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people live.
After lunch head south and stop to visit the historic gold-mining
centre of Pine Creek. Stop for a quick dip at Maguk or Gunlom Falls,
before continuing on to Katherine, where you'll settle in for the
night at a private campsite near Nitmiluk National Park (Katherine
Gorge).
Total driving time: approximately 5.5 hours (approximately 400 km).
Total walking time: approximately 1 hour
Accommodation: • Permanent tented camp (with shared facilities)
(1 night)
Included Activities: • Bowali Visitor Centre • Pine Creek Gold-Mining
Centre • Maguk (Barramundi Gorge)
Optional Activities: • Flight (Fixed Wing Aircraft) over - Kakadu
- from - AUD150
Meals Included: • Breakfast •Lunch •Dinner
Day 4: Katherine Gorge - Darwin
• Depending on the season, head out on a morning cruise along the
inky waters of Katherine Gorge, or canoe between red rock walls
that are up to 70 metres high (both of these activities are optional
and at your own expense). This 23 million-year-old landscape was
formed by the Katherine River, which flows from Arnhem Land out
to the Timor Sea. After lunch we head to the beautiful Edith falls
for one last refreshing swim in the huge plunge pool before we hit
the road back to Darwin, where your adventure comes to an end on
arrival.
Total driving time: approximately 5 hours (approximately 400 km).
Total walking time: approximately 1 hour
Included Activities: • Edith Falls • Top Didj Indigenous Experience
Optional Activities • Katherine Gorge Scenic Cruise - AUD95
Meals Included: •Breakfast •Lunch
Why you'll love this trip
•See rocky red cliffs, monsoon forests, plunging waterfalls and
some of the Top End’s best landscapes on this family-friendly adventure
•The Mary River Wetlands feature a wealth of wildlife, including
the highest concentration of saltwater crocodiles in the southern
hemisphere. Get up close to the snappy beasts on a river cruise
•Gain a deeper understand of the history, traditions and culture
of the land’s Traditional Owners with a range of interactive experiences
•Enjoy the flexibility of a private vehicle, the local knowledge
of a passionate guide and the magic of camping under the great southern
sky
•Visit the Top End’s best-known national park, Kakadu, and savour
incredible views over the Nardab Floodplains before enjoying a dip
in a pristine waterhole
•Cruise the waters of Katherine Gorge by boat or canoe, then get
an insight into traditional bush living during an intercultural
experience
•Hike through the rich greenery of Litchfield National Park, cooling
off with swims in Florence Falls, Wangi Falls and Buley Rockhole
Is this trip right for you?
•You'll spend some nights of the trip sleeping in outback camping
grounds. While conditions can be basic and facilities are minimal,
this is all part of the adventure. You'll need to pitch in with
preparing meals and cleaning.
•This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves a
lot of walking, allowing you to truly enjoy the surrounding nature.
Some hikes are longer and more challenging than others. Please bring
sturdy, comfortable walking shoes and comfortable clothing.
•Temperatures in the Top End can be extreme. During the day the
weather can be hot (and the Australian sun is strong) so please
bring appropriate clothing, use sun protection and drink plenty
of water. In the evenings temperatures really drop, so ensure you
have base layers and warm clothing.
•This trip has a strict luggage limit of 10kg. Excess luggage can
not be carried however, it can be stored at Darwin accommodation.
Important trips notes for the following tours and safaris
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Other important trips notes for the following
tour and safari
Original Accommodation:
• Original-style camping is in shared permanent twin-share tents
that feature cosy beds, wooden floors, full linen, lighting, power
points, a bedside table and fans. Shared Bathroom facilities. Those
travelling solo aren’t charged any extra if they’re happy to room-share
with someone of the same gender. For those who’d prefer their own
room, single supplements are sometimes available.
Tour Code: PNTY4C - 4 Day Kakadu, Katherine, and
Litchfield Adventure
• Shoulder Season Intinerary (may apply in the months of April/May
and Sep/Oct)*
Day 1 – Florence Falls | Wangi Falls | Bluey Rockholes | Wildlife
Cruise |Overnight camp in Mary River Region. (LD)
Day 2 – Ubirr or Nouralangie |Gubara pools| Nawurlandja lookout
| Bowali Visitors Centre | Camp in Jabiru (BLD)
Day 3 –Optional Kakadu Scenic Flight | Edith Falls | Overnight camp
at Katherine (BLD)
Day 4 – Katherine Gorge (optional activities subject to seasonal
conditions) | Return to Darwin (BL)
* Should any of the attractions on days 1-3 of the standard itinerary
not be open as a result of National Park decisions surrounding accessibility
and safety, the above listed activities will be substituted. The
standard attractions will be visited immediately as they begin to
open. The opening and closing of ‘dry season’ activities varies
from year to year.
Inclusions
• Meals 3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
• Transport All Terrain vehicle
• Accommodation Permanent, furnished tented camp (with shared facilities)
(3 nights)
• Included activities • Litchfield National Park • Ubirr Rock •
Kakadu National Park Fee • Mary River cruise • Bowali Visitor Centre
• Pine Creek Gold-Mining Centre • Maguk (Barramundi Gorge) • Edith
Falls • Top Didj Indigenous Experience
What to bring on tour:
Booked and paid E-Ticket, Sturdy walking shoes, hat and sunscreen,
toiletries, warm clothing in winter, water bottle (1.5L), torch,
insect repellent/net, camera and batteries or charger.
• Second Towel for swimming
• Power pack for charging without electricity
• Second pair of shoes that can get wet
Tour Important Notes
1. Tour commences in Darwin on Day 1 at 6.50 am and finishes in
Darwin Day 4 at approx 6 pm. Onward travel must be booked for the
following day.
2. Strict luggage limit of 10 kg applies in Kakadu excess luggage
can be stored at Darwin accommodation.
3. The opening and closing of attractions is dependent on National
parks.
4. Please note no single supplement is available for this trip.
This is an true outback adventure experince.
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Open Age above 8 years old. Fit and Acitive required | Eco friendly travel experience | 4wd air-con and front facing seats |
2 of 5 physical fitness level |
Waterfalls Litchfield + Kakadu |
Permanent Safari Camps with shared facilities |
Mary River wetlands cruise. |
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