4 Day 4WD Kakadu, Katherine, and Litchfield Adventure
• Kakadu National Park • Litchfield National Park • Katherine Gorge in Nitmiluk National Park
Darwin and returning to Darwin

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 on per person


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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.

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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.

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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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