State: Northern Camping
Operator: Adventure Tours
Minimum Price: AUD $ 1,295

With visits to the following Uluru (Ayers Rock), Kata Tjuta (Olgas), Aboriginal Culture, Kings Canyon, Palm Valley, Mereenie Track, Gosse Bluff, Western MacDonnell Ranges, devils Marbles, Mataranka Thermal Springs, Katherine Gorge, Darwin, Litchfield NP, Kakadu National Park, Mary River Wetlands, Wildlife/Crocodile Cruise, Bowali Visitor Centre, Aboriginal Corroborree, Ubirr Rock, Aboriginal Rock Art, Jim Jim & Twin Falls, Nourlangie Rock, Boulder Creek, Small Gorge, Motor Car Falls., who need s to do anything else while in the Outback

Day 1 - Alice Springs to Kata Tjuta & Uluru

Ride a camel this morning at the Outback Camel Farm (own expense) and then continue on through the remote outback of the Red Centre to Uluru (Ayers Rock). Visit the Cultural Centre for a greater insight into Aboriginal beliefs with the opportunity to purchase art & crafts, before setting out on a guided 9.4km Uluru base walk, exploring the mysterious formations and Aboriginal art sites. We finish in time to watch the desert sun set over this awesome monolith. After dinner, curl up under the outback stars at our permanent campsite. (LD)

Day 2 - Uluru to Kings Canyon

It's an early start for one of the highlights of the tour - the Uluru sunrise. Relax in the pre-dawn stillness and watch the changing light on the desert or you can choose to climb the Rock. We hike the spectacular Valley of the Winds at Kata Tjuta (Olgas) before continuing on to Kings Canyon for our overnight camp and a great camp oven dinner. (BLD)

Day 3 - Kings Canyon to Palm Valley

Climb and explore Kings Canyon checking out the impressive formations of the 'Amphitheatre', 'Lost City', picturesque 'Garden of Eden' and the breathtaking North and South Walls. After lunch, we view the spectacular scenery along the Mereenie Loop Track, call in at Hermannsburg Aboriginal Community and 4WD along the track of the ancient Finke River. We pass the home of the renowned Aboriginal painter, Albert Namitjira before arriving at Palm Valley at our overnight semi-permanent camp. (BLD)

Day 4 - Palm Valley to Glen Helen Gorge

We explore Palm Valley and Cycad Gorge, site of an in-land sea in prehistoric times and home to one of the rarest trees in the world, the tropical palm Livistonia Mariae. Then we head off down the Track viewing Gosse Bluff, a meteorite crater some believe is over 130 million year old before continuing on to beautiful Glen Helen Gorge where we spend the night in our semi-permanent camp. (BLD)

Day 5 - Western MacDonnell Ranges to Alice Springs

Explore Glen Helen Gorge, enjoy a hike around spectacular Ormiston Gorge then relax with a swim at Ellery Creek Big Hole (time permitting). Savour the rugged scenery of the Western MacDonnell Ranges on our journey back to Alice Springs. (BL)

Day 6 - Alice Springs to Banka Banka

Today we cross the Tropic of Capricorn, see the amazing Devils Marbles, visit an Aboriginal art gallery, stop for a swim (summer only) at picturesque Mary Ann Dam then pass through Tennant Creek as we head to historic Banka Banka Cattle Station for dinner and overnight camp. (LD)

Day 7 - Banka Banka to Katherine Gorge

Call in at the most famous outback pub at Daly Waters, have a swim in Mataranka Thermal Springs, then head to the magnificent Katherine Gorge for overnight camp. (BLD)

Day 8 - Katherine Gorge to Darwin

Spend half a day at the spectacular Katherine Gorge (canoe, cruise or helicopter ride at own expense) before heading to Darwin via Edith Falls and Adelaide River. Overnight dorm accommodation included. (BL)

Day 9 - Darwin to Mary River

See the falls of Litchfield National Park then head to the Mary River Wetlands for an afternoon wildlife cruise. Enjoy dinner, an Aboriginal Corroborree and overnight camp at Point Stuart Wilderness Lodge. (LD)

Day 10 - Mary River to Kakadu

We call in at Mamukala Wetlands then 4WD into the awesome Jim Jim Falls before heading to Twin Falls where we join a National Park operated boat and boardwalk experience through the gorge to the waterfall. We drive on to Kakadu for dinner and overnight camp. (BLD)

Day 11 - Kakadu to Darwin

Our first stop is Ubirr to discover ancient Aboriginal rock art then head to Maguk (Barramundi Gorge), where we do some hiking and enjoy a refreshing dip in the plunge pools before returning to Darwin. (BL)

 

Notes:
*Itinerary may vary and / or attractions substituted due to seasonal conditions, Traditional Owner & National Park requirements. A fee of AU$10 may apply for National Park boat transfer at Twin Falls (to be confirmed).
*Safaris must be reconfirmed by 4pm the day before travel.
*This package is made up of 3 individual tours; therefore you may travel with a different guide and passengers during each section.

Overnight pre-tour dorm accommodation included

Notes:

Special Departure Dates: Alice Springs Monday, Thursday (+Tue May-Nov)
Trip Duration: 11 days
Departs from: Alice Springs
Departure Days:

• Monday
• Thursday

Departure Time: 6.30am
All Prices: 1st March 2005 - 31st March 2006AU$1295