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10 Day Uluru to Kakadu Package - Alice Springs to Darwin Tour
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The 10 Day Uluru to Kakadu Package tour has plently of adventure and it is a perfect backpacker tour departing from Alice Springs in Northern Territory. This tour enables you to experience some of Northern Territory, Australia and just some of the wonderful features which our country has to offer.
An an option, you can also choose to join another tour to participate in, when this tour finishes in Darwin. You are then offered additional discounted tours which not only expands your backpacking adventure in Australia, but also saves you more money to explore more.
| Tour Code: | ATPB10AD |
| Tour Package Cost : | View or Download 2010 / 2011 Tour Price List 1 April 2010 to 31 March 2011 View or Download 2010 / 2011 Tour Price List 1 April 2009 to 31 March 2010 Twin/Double accommodation per person AU$1525 Triple accommodation per person AU$1470 Single accommodation per person AU$1745 Local Payment: AU$25 National Park Entry Fee + AU$12.50 Twin Falls Boat transfer (seasonal) Discounts available when making a tour reservation online |
| Payment Types : |  Credit Card & Direct Deposit (EFT) available |
| Tour Departs: | Alice Springs Departs from Ayers Rock resort at 13:45pm (after lunch) from the Desert Gardens Hotel Flights may must arrive before 1.20pm to connect with the Yulara shuttle to the Desert Gardens Hotel 1 April 2009 to 31 March 2010 1 Apr - 26 Jun: Mon Wed Thu Fri Sun 27 Jun - 27 Jul: Daily 28 Jul - 27 Sept: Mon Wed Thu Fri Sun 28 Sept - 31 Mar: Wed Fri Sun |
| Tour Finishes: | Darwin Once you have arrived in Darwin, you may want to go on a tour to another destination. Simply select the option below to view tours which depart from Darwin. |
| Max People: | 24 persons on this tour. |
| What to Bring: | Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), hat & sunscreen, towel & toiletries, warm clothing in winter, water bottle, torch, insect repellent, camera & film, pillow, sleeping bag (can be hired for $15). |
| Vehicles Used:: | Toyota Coaster mini-bus - (max 22 seats) or Mitsubishi Rosa mini-bus (max 24 seats) - front facing air-conditioned vehicle. 4WD Mitsubishi or Isuzu - 16, 17 or 20 seats front facing air-conditioned vehicle. |
| Hikes Involved:: | Hikes up to 6-8kms per day |
| Tour Accommodation: | Permanent Campsites - have permanently erected tents, permanent cooking facilities and purpose-built fire pits, screened eating areas, share showers and toilets. Hotel/Lodge Accommodation - Generally 2-3 star standard with private facilities. Note: You will need to arrange your accommodation for when this tour completes in Darwin. |
| What's Included: | Experienced tour guides, all meals as indicated, accommodation transfers, camping fees & equipment, motel accommodation where stated, Gold Mine tour. |
| Meals Included: | All meals included in this tour are indicated at the end of each day B = Breakfast | L = Lunch | D = Dinner |
| Places of Interest: | During this tour, you will visit the following areas: Uluru (Ayers Rock), Kata Tjuta (Olgas), Kings Canyon, Aboriginal Culture, Alice Springs, Devils Marbles, Mataranka Springs, Banka Banka, Katherine Gorge, Darwin, Kakadu National Park, Litchfield National Park |
| Notes: | This tour also operates in reverse from Darwin to Alice Springs. |
| Tour Itinerary: | |
Tour Day 1 - Alice Springs to Kata Tjuta & Uluru
We travel to the Outback Camel Farm for an optional camel ride (at own expense), then enjoy the sights of the ancient Hugh and Finke River systems, Mt Connor and the unique scenery on our journey on to Uluru (Ayers Rock). After lunch at Yulara, we explore the Valley of the Winds in the majestic Kata Tjuta (Olgas) then return to enjoy a glass of sparkling wine with the sun setting over Uluru. Camp at our permanent campsite in tents or view the brilliance of the outback night sky while sleeping in an authentic Aussie bedroll (swag). (LD)Tour Day 2 - Uluru to Kings Canyon
Up before sunrise for optional climb or base walk at Ulur to explore the mysterious rock formations and Aboriginal art sites. Visit the Cultural Centre for a greater insight into Aboriginal art and beliefs. After lunch we head to Kings Canyon for our overnight camp. (BLD)Tour Day 3 - Kings Canyon to Alice Springs
Climb and explore spectacular Kings Canyon, view the ‘Amphitheatre’, the ‘Lost City’, the picturesque ‘Garden of Eden’ and the breathtaking North and South Walls. After lunch, we return to Alice Springs viewing the rugged desert scenery along the way. Overnight motel accommodation. (BL)Tour Day 4 - Alice Springs
A day free to relax and enjoy Alice Springs. Overnight Motel accommodation. (No meals)Tour Day 5 - Alice Springs to Banka Banka
We stop at the Tropic of Capricorn before calling in at an Aboriginal community for the chance to purchase authentic Aboriginal art. Then we head to the Devils Marbles to explore these mysterious formations. After a lunch-stop at Mary Ann Dam with the chance for a refreshing swim (summer only), we enjoy a tour of the Battery Stamp Gold Mine at Tennant Creek. We travel on to the historic Banka Banka Cattle Station, one of the first in the NT, where we get to meet the ringers and learn about cattle station life. There is time for a swim (weather permitting) before settling down in our overnight camp. (LD)Tour Day 6 - Banka Banka to Katherine Gorge
We head further north to experience the famous outback pub at Daly Waters, the oldest pub in the Northern Territory, where you can check out the historic memorabilia and meet some of the local characters. After lunch we travel to Mataranka to enjoy a relaxing afternoon in the crystal clear thermal springs. Late afternoon we travel to the magnificent Katherine Gorge for our overnight camp. (BLD)Tour Day 7 - Katherine Gorge to Darwin
Spend half a day canoeing or cruising (at own expense) the spectacular gorge. There is also the chance for a scenic helicopter flight (at own expense) to appreciate the vastness of the gorge system. Enjoy lunch before heading to Darwin via Edith Falls and Adelaide River. Overnight in Darwin in Motel accommodation. (BL)Tour Day 8 - Darwin to Mary River
See the falls of Litchfield National Park before arriving at the Mary River Wetlands. This afternoon look for ‘crocs’ and other wildlife on our private river cruise. Arrive at Point Stuart Wilderness Lodge for dinner and overnight camp. (LD)Tour Day 9 - Mary River to Kakadu
We call in a Mamukala Wetlands then head to the awesome Jim Jim Falls to take a walk to the base of the falls before continuing on to Twin Falls. Here we join a National Park operated boat and boardwalk experience up the stunning gorge to the waterfall where you can relax on the sandy bank. We drive on to Kakadu for dinner and our overnight camp. (BLD)Tour Day 10 - Kakadu to Darwin
Our first stop is Ubirr where we discover ancient Aboriginal rock art. We continue our journey to Maguk (Barramundi Gorge), where we do some hiking and enjoy a refreshing dip in the plunge pools. We then return to Darwin, enjoying the impressive scenery along the way. (BL)Tour completes in Darwin
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