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7 Day Red Rocket Darwin to Alice Springs - Darwin to Alice Springs Tour
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The 7 Day Red Rocket Darwin to Alice Springs 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 Alice Springs. 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: | ATRRDA |
| 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 AU$1175 Local Payment: AU$25 National Park Entry Fee + AU$12.50 Boat 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 5:30am 1 April 2009 to 31 March 2010 1 Apr - 29 Jun: Mon Wed Fri 30 Jun - 29 Jul: Daily 30 Jul - 28 Sept: Mon Tue Wed Fri Sat 29 Sept - 30 Nov: Mon Wed Sat 1st Dec - 31 Mar 10: Mon Wed Passengers can leave this tour at Yulara (Ayers Rock Resort) at 1.30pm on Day 7. |
| Tour Finishes: | Alice Springs Once you have arrived in Alice Springs, you may want to go on a tour to another destination. Simply select the option below to view tours which depart from Alice Springs. |
| Max People: | 16/24 persons on this tour. |
| What to Bring: | Sturdy walking shoes, swimming gear, hat & sunscreen, water bottle, towel & toiletries, torch, warm clothing in winter months, flynet, camera & film, sleeping bag (can be hired for $15), pillow 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 5kms per day - basic fitness required |
| 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 Alice Springs. |
| What's Included: | Experienced guides, meals as indicated, accommodation transfers, camping fees & equipment, 3 nights dorm accommodation. |
| 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 (the Olgas), Kings Canyon, Alice Springs, Tennant Creek, Devils Marbles, Mataranka Thermal Springs, Katherine Gorge, Darwin, 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 Alice Springs to Darwin. |
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**Pre-tour overnight dorm accommodation at The Cavenagh in Darwin included**
Tour Day 1 - Darwin to Kakadu
We view wildife at the pristine Mary River Wetlands on a crocodile & wildlife cruise. After lunch, we visit Bowali Visitor Centre and spend the rest of the afternoon exploring Ubirr Rock. Overnight camp in Kakadu National Park. (LD)Tour Day 2 - Kakadu to Darwin
Our first stop is the awesome Jim Jim Falls located deep within striking escarpment country, where we walk to the base of the falls. After lunch, we head to Twin Falls where 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, before travelling back to Darwin. Overnight dorm accommodation included.(BL)Tour Day 3 - Darwin to Katherine Gorge
After a refreshment break at Adelaide River we head to Katherine, home to the majestic Katherine (Nitmiluk) Gorge situated in the Nitmiluk National Park where we spend the entire afternoon either canoeing or cruising (at own expense) the striking gorge. Dinner and overnight stay is at our permanent camp near Katherine Gorge. (LD)Tour Day 4 - Katherine Gorge to Tennant Creek
A short distance south, relax in a crystal clear thermal pool surrounded by lush tropical forest at Mataranka. Next we visit the famous outback pub at Daly Waters, the oldest in the Northern Territory and first international airport in Australia After lunch, we travel south to Tennant Creek for our overnight camp at Juno Horse Farm. (BLD)Tour Day 5 - Tennant Creek to Alice Springs
This morning we check out the Devils Marbles; precariously balanced granite boulders sacred to the traditional owners' then stop in at the Barrow Creek Pub to view the historic Telegraph Station. A little further down the 'track' we take a break at Ti Tree, for an opportunity to purchase authentic Aboriginal art. We then cross the Tropic of Capricorn and arrive into Alice Springs late in the afternoon. Overnight dorm accommodation included. (LD)Tour Day 6 - Alice Springs to Kings Canyon & Uluru
We journey to Kings Canyon where we explore the spectacular North and South Walls, the 'Amphitheatre', 'Lost City' and the 'Garden of Eden'. (In summer, walks may be shortened due to extreme temperatures). After lunch, we travel on to Uluru (Ayers Rock) for our overnight stay in our private campsite. (LD)Tour Day 7 - Uluru to Alice Springs
We start early for the Uluru sunrise, Take a base walk or choose to climb Uluru. We visit Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) and learn about the significance of this spiritual place. After lunch, we depart for Alice Springs viewing the rugged desert scenery along the way. (BL)Tour completes in Alice Springs
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