This safari - 5 Day 4WD Arnhem Land Dreaming 'Top End' Safari
Our 'Top 10' Litchfield, Kakadu, Arnhem Land, Nitmiluk adventure tour
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If you wish to go to Jim Jim and Twin Falls consider a 4wd hire 5 day minimum from end June till October. Price around $415-$429 a day daily basic rental (Peak Season June/July)a 4wd with all the camping gear. Email us with request

About this tour: Darwin to Litchfield / Kakadu / Arnhem Land and return
This is the ultimate Top End Adventure and is a must do for those seeking an Indigenous experience. Explore Kakadu National Park by small group 4 x 4, Swim in the clear rock holes and waterfalls of Litchfield National Park, get up close and personal to a crocodile on a Yellow Waters Cruise, spend a day in remote Arnhem Land where you will see Ancient Rock art with an Indigenous guide, see towering escarpments and billabongs full of wildlife. Travel to Nitmiluk National Park (Katherine Gorge) where you can paddle, cruise or walk the gorge and take part in an Indigenous Cultural experience that makes the Top End so unique. Spend your nights in private campsites, cooking over the campfire and marvelling at the clear Southern skies where stars are plenty and stories flow free.

• Litchfield National Park • Kakadu National Park • Yellow Waters Cruise • Arnhem Land  • Nitmiluk National Park (Katherine Gorge) • Remote 4WD Tracks • Termite Mounds • Indigenous Cultural experiencee

Valid: 1 May 2020 – 31 October 2020
Trip Code: WTA05
Prices:
• $1649 (Adult)
• $1629 (Child 5-15 years)



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Trip Itinerary:

Day 1:
We depart from Darwin bright and early for the short journey to Litchfield National Park. Explore the waterfalls, spring-fed streams and rugged sandstone escarpments of Litchfield National Park. Discover intriguing cathedral and magnetic termite mounds and swim, hike and explore Florence and Wangi Falls* and enjoy a picnic lunch. After lunch we leave the highway behind and hit the dirt travelling along the Marrakai Road before joining the Old Jim Jim Road taking us deep into Kakadu National Park. Travelling past billabongs and traversing water crossings bringing ample opportunity for wildlife spotting. Arrive at our private campsite complete with comfortable permanent tents at Cooinda where we spend the night enjoying dinner and some stargazing.

• Florence Falls • Wangi Falls • Outback tracks and 4 Wheel Driving
• Lunch, Dinner

Day 2:
Awake for breakfast this morning before joining an iconic Yellow Waters Cruise. A must do activity within Kakadu National Park, the award winning Yellow Waters cruise is Aboriginal owned and centres around a spectacular billabong system that is home to some remarkable and diverse wildlife. Spotting crocodiles is only one of the many wildlife viewing opportunities on this unique water system.

Departing camp we travel to nearby Nourlangie Rock. Here you can see how local Aboriginal people lived in this area through changing times. Environmental and social changes are reflected in the rock art and in the ground, where archaeologists have uncovered over 20,000 years of Aboriginal occupation. After lunch visit the Bowali Visitor Centre, a Gun-djeihmi name for the local area and creek on land owned by the Mirarr clan. See the audio-visual presentations and Marrawuddi Gallery showcasing Aboriginal art by artists from within Kakadu and the wider region. Later this afternoon we arrive at the culturally significant Aboriginal art site, Ubirr, located within the East Alligator region of the park. Here you will view a wide range of ancient Aboriginal art which will be interpreted by your guide. Learn the story of the Rainbow Serpent and climb the Nadab Lookout for panoramic views over the floodplain and beyond into Arnhem Land. After learning about the area, it’s time to pick out a quiet spot to sit while we watch the sun set over the Kakadu escarpment before making the short journey to our private and permanent campsite for the night.

• Yellow Waters morning cruise • Nourlangie Aboriginal art site • Bowali Visitor Centre • Ubirr art site and sunset
• Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3:
Today, a once in a lifetime experience awaits. Travelling into remote Western Arnhem Land you will witness Ancient Aboriginal Art brought to life by your indigenous guide at Injalak Hill. Take in the amazing views across the escarpment before travelling to the Injalak Art Centre where you say goodbye to your Indigenous guide and hello to some amazing art on offer or simply watch the indigenous artists at work. Tonight return to camp for another hearty meal and talk about the day’s adventures with your guide.

• Arnhem Land • Injalak Hill Rock Art • Injalak Art Centre
• Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Day 4:
Today, the pace relaxes as we head into Gunlom Falls for a full morning to enjoy all this spectacular area has to offer. Relax around the lower plunge pool before hiking to the top of the falls where an amazing view is on offer whilst you enjoy the many rock holes. For the energetic you can hike to the rear fall where you will be rewarded with a swim under the waterfall. After a tasty lunch, it's all aboard as we travel on to the Katherine Region. to Afterwards, we visit the awards winning *Top Didj Cultural Experience. Interact with Top End Aboriginal artist Manuel Pamkal and ask questions about aboriginal culture whilst being educated on the significance of his painting style, weapons used and how he lived off the land. This evening retire to our private campsite near Katherine for dinner, good company and a well deserved rest

• Gunlom Falls • Katherine Region • *Top Didj Cultural Experience
• Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5:
It's up early this morning to get into Nitmiluk National Park (Katherine Gorge) before the masses for a boat cruise, canoe (seasonal), a scenic breathtaking flight over the Gorge System (all optional and own expense) or walk along the sheer rock walls that make this place so spectacular. Spend some time exploring the spiritual home of the Jawoyn Aboriginal people before enjoying lunch. This afternoon we make our way back to Darwin stopping along the way at Edith Falls for a refreshing dip in the plunge pool.

• Nimiluk National Park (Katherine Gorge)  • Boat or Canoe the Gorge • Edith Falls
• Breakfast, Lunch

Important notes on this safari

Trip Code:
• WTA05

Prices:
• All prices are in Australia dollar.
• There is no agent booking fee for this tour.

• All prices are in Australian Dollars (includes 10% GST) based on per person



Tour Style:
• Open age recommended

Theme:
• Short Breaks

Maximum:
• Maximum Passengers 17

Transportation Style:
• Air Conditioned 4WD

Tour Departs:
• Darwin
• Mon/Tue/Wed/Sat/Sun
• 01 May 2020 – 31 October 2020
• Darwin select CBD accommodation from 6:00am

Tour Finishes:
• Darwin at approximately 5.30pm Day 5

What to bring on tour:
• Booked and paid E-Ticket
• Torch
• Wide brimmed hat
• Sunscreen and Insect repellent
• Water bottle (1.5 litres)
• Walking shoes/boots
• Toiletries, swim wear, towel
• Camera
• Comfortable and casual clothing for 5 days
• Some money for optional experiences if available

What's Included in tour:
• Professional guide,
• Travel in an air-conditioned 4WD vehicle.
• Yellow Waters cruise and Top Didj Indigenous Experience
• All meals (as listed on itineraries),
• Stay| Camping equipment including permanent tent with beds and mattress,
• All linen including pillow and pillowcase, fitted sheet, towel and sleeping bag (Bring your own or hire $30)
• Drinking water (please provide your own bottle)
• Kakadu National Park Fee.

Accommodation Style:
• Camping equipment including permanent tent with beds and mattress, all linen including pillow and pillowcase, fitted sheet, sleeping bag (Bring your own or hire $30) , towel |
• Spend your nights in private campsites, cooking over the campfire and marvelling at the clear Southern skies where stars are plenty.

Meals Included: "
• All meals (as listed on itineraries)

Physical fitness suggested rating:
• 2 out of 5 - see here for the different suggested fitness ratings

Ages:
• Safari is not suitable for children under 5 years.

Access:
• Itinerary may change due to cultural reasons, seasonal changes, operational logistics and accessibility. Waterfalls may be closed by Park Authorities at any time and itineraries may be amended to reflect this.
• Twin and Jim Jim Falls may not be accessible between the shoulder periods of May-June and October. During this time we will visit Gunlom Falls, Maguk or the Yurmikmik Region (Motor Car Falls or Boulder Creek)
• *Top Didj Cultural Experience may be substituted with an alternative indigenous experience due to cultural reasons and accessibility issues.

Luggage:
Due to limited space on the vehicle please restrict luggage to one day pack and one soft overnight bag/backpack. Excess luggage should be stored at your Darwin accommodation

Tour Discounts:
• Multi Tour Discount*: Book this Safari in conjunction with a 3, 4 or 5 day Red Centre Open Aged Safari and receive $50 per person per tour discount. *Multi Tour discount and Family and Friends Four or more discounts not available in conjunction with each other.
• Four or More Family and Friends Fares*: Book this Safari travelling in a group of four or more and receive 5% discount off the RRP price per person.

Travel Insurance:
• Travel Insurance is highly recommended.

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