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5 Day Top End Safari - Darwin to Darwin Tour
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The 5 Day Top End Safari tour has plently of adventure and it is a perfect backpacker tour departing from Darwin 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: | ATNTK5 |
| 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 30 October 2009 AU$875 Local Payment: AU$12.50 Twin Falls Boat transfer fee (Seasonal) Discounts available when making a tour reservation online |
| Payment Types : |  Credit Card & Direct Deposit (EFT) available |
| Tour Departs: | Darwin Departs from Darwin accommodation 6:30am Apr - Nov: Mon Thu Sat |
| 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 persons on this tour. |
| What to Bring: | Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), swimming gear, hat & sunscreen, toiletries, warm clothing in winter, water bottle, torch, insect repellent, camera & film, sleeping bag (can be hired for $15). |
| 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: | Semi-Permanent Campsites - tents must be erected by guide and passengers, share showers and toilets, no cooking facilities except those carried on the vehicle. Permanent Campsites - have permanently erected tents, permanent cooking facilities and purpose-built fire pits, screened eating areas, share showers and toilets. Note: You will need to arrange your accommodation for when this tour completes in Darwin. |
| What's Included: | Experienced tour guide, meals as indicated, wildlife boat cruise, accommodation transfers, camping fees & equipment. |
| 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: Litchfield National Park, Mary River Wetlands, Kakadu National Park, Ubirr, Maguik (Barramundi Gorge), Twin falls, Jim Jim Falls, Gunlom Falls, Katherine Gorge NP |
| Notes: | This tour also operates in reverse from Darwin to Darwin. |
| Tour Itinerary: | |
Tour Day 1 - Darwin to Mary River
A refreshing start to your day; the waterfalls of Litchfield National Park, followed by the spectacular Mary River Wetlands. Birds aren't the only wildlife abundant around here; keep your eyes out for lurking crocodiles on our private river cruise! A secluded campsite at Point Stuart Wilderness Lodge is where we'll stay tonight. (LD)Tour Day 2 - Mary River to Kakadu
Discover ancient Aboriginal rock art at Ubirr, our first stop this morning. Clamber to the top of a rocky lookout for fabulous views over the Nardab floodplain. Next it's on to Maguk (Barramundi Gorge), where a hike is rewarded with a reviving swim in the plunge pools. Tonight we stay at our permanent camp within Kakadu NP. (BLD)Tour Day 3 - Kakadu National Park
Get ready for some 4WD action today on our way to Jim Jim Falls! Once we get there, we'll hike to the base of the falls before continuing on to Twin Falls. Feel the beauty of the stunning gorge and powerful falls from the National Park operated boat and boardwalk experience. We get to our campsite at Gunlom just in time to see the vibrant colours of the tropical sunset take over the evening sky. (BLD)Tour Day 4 - Kakadu to Katherine Gorge
Climb to the top of Gunlom Falls this morning and you'll be rewarded with stunning views from the top! Cool down with a refreshing dip at Edith Falls. Tonight we'll be camping at our permanent campsite near Katherine Gorge. (BLD)Tour Day 5 - Katherine Gorge to Darwin
Paddle or cruise (at own expense) through Katherine Gorge this morning. There are more chances to get wet this afternoon! Chill out in the thermal waters of Katherine Hot Springs (seasonal) before we get you back to Darwin. (BL)Tour completes in Darwin
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