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11 Day Alice to Darwin - Heaven 11 - Alice Springs to Darwin Tour
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The 11 Day Alice to Darwin - Heaven 11 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: | ATH11AD |
| 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 31st March 2010 AU$1495 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 Alice Springs accommodation 6.30am. 1 April 2009 to 31 March 2010 01 Apr - 25 Jun: Tue Wed Thu Sat Sun 26 Jun - 27 Jul: Daily 28 Jul - 25 Sep: Tue Wed Thu Sat Sun 26 Sep - 31 Mar: Tue Thu Sat Or pick up from Yulara (Ayers Rock resort - Desert Gardens hotel at 1.45pm, flight details are required - flights must arrive before 1:30pm). |
| 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: | 16/24 persons on this tour. |
| What to Bring: | Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), swimming gear, hat & sunscreen, water bottle, towel & toiletries, torch, warm clothing in winter, camera & film, pillow, sleeping bag (can be hired for $15) 15kg luggage limit |
| Vehicles Used:: | 4WD Mitsubishi or Isuzu - 16, 17 or 20 seats front facing air-conditioned vehicle. Toyota Coaster mini-bus - (max 22 seats) or Mitsubishi Rosa mini-bus (max 24 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. Hostel Accommodation - Dorm or Twin/Double rooms with shared facilities. Note: You will need to arrange your accommodation for when this tour completes in Darwin. |
| What's Included: | 4 Day 4WD Red Centre Safari, 3 day Alice to Darwin, 3 Day 4WD Kakadu/Litchfield Safari, 4 nights dorm accommodation (Cavenagh in Darwin, Melanka in Alice Springs), all meals on tour as indicated. |
| 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), 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, Ubirr Rock, Aboriginal Rock Art, Jim Jim & Twin Falls, Nourlangie Rock, Boulder Creek, Small Gorge, Motor Car Falls. |
| Notes: | This tour also operates in reverse from Darwin to Alice Springs. |
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**Pretour overnight dorm accommodation is included at Melanka Backpackers**
Tour Day 1 - Alice Springs to Kata Tjuta & Uluru
Ride a camel this morning at the Outback Camel Farm (at own expense) and then continue on through the remote outback of the Red Centre to Uluru (Ayers Rock). After lunch, we set out to explore the wonder of Kata Tjuta (Olgas) on a guided interpretive walk through the Valley of the Winds returning in time to view the desert sun set over Uluru. After dinner curl up under the millions of stars in an authentic Aussie bedroll (swag) at our permanent campsite at Ayers Rock Resort. (LD)Tour Day 2 - Uluru to Kings Canyon
An early start is required to view the magical Uluru sunrise. Absorb the early morning wonder on a 9.4km walk around the base of Uluru or if you prefer, tackle the climb. Enjoy a guided interpretive walk exploring mysterious rock formations and Aboriginal art sites followed by a visit to the Cultural Centre. After lunch we depart for Kings Canyon, where we enjoy a delicious camp oven dinner and overnight at our permanent campsite at Kings Canyon Resort. (BLD)Tour Day 3 - Kings Canyon to Glen Helen
Climb and explore Kings Canyon viewing the impressive formations of the 'Amphitheatre', 'Lost City', picturesque 'Garden of Eden' and the breathtaking North and South Walls. After lunch, we travel along the famous Mereenie Loop Track, sighting Gosse Bluff (a meteorite crater believed to be over 130 million years old) and the home of renowned Aboriginal artist Albert Namitjira as we travel towards Glen Helen. We spend tonight in our permanent campsite at Glen Helen, nestled in the western end of the majestic MacDonnell Ranges. (BLD)Tour Day 4 - Glen Helen to Alice Springs
This morning we explore picturesque Ormiston Gorge before engaging '4WD' as we travel along the ancient track of the Finke River into Palm Valley and Cycad Gorge. We spend most of the day exploring Palm Valley, the site of an in-land sea in prehistoric times and home to one of the rarest trees in the world, tropical palm Livistonia Mariae. Enjoy the spectacular scenery of the Western MacDonnell Ranges as we journey back to Alice Springs. Overnight dorm accommodation included. (BL)Tour Day 5 - Alice Springs
Relax and explore Alice Springs. Dorm accommodation included. (Meals at own expense)Tour Day 6 - Alice Springs to Banka Banka
We cross the Tropic of Capricorn then pull over at Ti Tree for the opportunity to purchase authentic Aboriginal art. Next stop is the Barrow Creek Pub where we view the historic Telegraph Station. Further 'up the track' we explore the Devils Marbles; precariously balanced granite boulders sacred to the traditional owners', before arriving at Banka Banka Cattle Station where we camp overnight. Weather permitting - take a dip in the picturesque waterhole. (LD)Tour Day 7 - Banka Banka to Katherine Gorge
We head further north to the famous outback pub at Daly Waters, the oldest pub in the Northern Territory and first international airport in Australia! After lunch we travel to Mataranka to enjoy a relaxing afternoon in the crystal clear thermal springs. Late afternoon we travel towards the magnificent Katherine Gorge for our overnight camp. (BLD)Tour Day 8 - 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. After lunch we head into Darwin via Edith Falls and Adelaide River. Overnight dorm accommodation included. (BL)Tour Day 9 - Darwin to Mary River
See the falls of Litchfield National Park before heading to the spectacular Mary River Wetlands, home to a vast array of bird life. This afternoon look for 'crocs' and other abundant wildlife on our private river cruise. Arrive at Point Stuart Wilderness Lodge where we spend the night at our permanent campsite. (LD)Tour Day 10 - Mary River to Kakadu
Our first stop is Ubirr where we discover ancient Aboriginal rock art and climb to enjoy picturesque views. We continue on to Maguk (Barramundi Gorge), where we hike to the plunge pools for a refreshing dip. Stay overnight at our permanent camp within Kakadu NP. (BLD)Tour Day 11 - Kakadu to Darwin
This morning we 4WD into the awesome Jim Jim Falls, hiking to the base of the falls then continue on to Twin Falls. Here we join a National Park operated boat and boardwalk experience up the stunning gorge to the waterfall. In the afternoon we return to Darwin, enjoying the impressive scenery along the way. (BL)Tour completes in Darwin
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