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21 day Darwin to Perth Package - Darwin to Perth Tour
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The 21 day Darwin to Perth Package 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 Perth. 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: | ATDP21 |
| 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$3225 Upgrade Accommodation: 1 April 2009 to 31 March 2010 3 nights in Broome, 4 nights hostel private room share facilities Exmouth to Perth Twin/Double per person AU$440 Single per person AU$830 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 26 April 2009 to 25 October 2010 Sunday |
| Tour Finishes: | Perth Once you have arrived in Perth, you may want to go on a tour to another destination. Simply select the option below to view tours which depart from Perth. |
| Max People: | 21 persons on this tour. |
| What to Bring: | Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), hat & sunscreen, towel & toiletries, swimming gear, warm clothing in winter, water bottles, torch, insect repellent, 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. Bush Camps - no facilities other than those that are carried on the vehicle. Passengers sleep in swags (Aussie bedroll). The tour will stop along the way at roadhouses for clients to have a shower etc Note: You will need to arrange your accommodation for when this tour completes in Perth. |
| What's Included: | Experienced guide, meals as indicated, camping fees & equipment, National Park entry fees. |
| 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: Edith falls, Lake Argyle, Kununurra, Bungle Bungles, Kimberley Gorges, Gibb River Road, Tunnel Creek, Windjana Gorge, Broome, Cable Beach, Karijini National Park, Ningaloo Reef, Monkey Mia, Kalbarri National Park, Pinnacles |
| Notes: | This tour also operates in reverse from Perth to Darwin. |
| Tour Itinerary: | |
Tour Day 1 - Darwin to Victoria River
We begin our adventure travelling south down "The Track" (Stuart Hwy) to Edith Falls where we break for a refreshing swim and some time to get to know each other. Travelling further south we have a short stop at Katherine Gorge before heading west towards the Western Australian wilderness. We set up camp beside the Victoria River for our first night together. Overnight bush camp. (LD)Tour Day 2 - Victoria River to Kununurra
Up early this morning as we cross the border into Western Australia. We visit the largest man made lake in Australia - Lake Argyle and explore the area before heading for the capital of the north - Kununurra and our overnight campsite. (BLD)Tour Day 3 - Kununurra to the Bungle Bungles
Explore Kununurra, the town of the Ord River Scheme and the scenic Hidden Valley National Park. Then sit back and admire the awesome views of the Carr Boyd and Durack Ranges as we head to Turkey Creek. Next it's time to buckle up and hold on for the challenging 4WD trip into the Bungle Bungle (Purnululu) National Park for sunset over the Osmond Ranges and our camp. (BLD)Tour Day 4 - Bungle Bungle NP
We spend the full day exploring the unusual rock formations of the Bungle Bungle Ranges, visiting the unique Frog Hole, the breathtaking Echidna Chasm, and the magnificent Cathedral Gorge. There’s also time for an optional scenic helicopter flight (at own expense) over the Bungles. We complete our day with another amazing sunset. (BLD)Tour Day 5 - Bungle Bungle NP to Parry Farm
Leaving the Bungle Bungle NP we take a short break at Turkey Creek before travelling onto Wyndham and the Five Rivers Lookout. Overnight camp at Diggers Rest Cattle Station or Parry Farm. (BLD)Tour Day 6 - Gibb River Road & Gorges
We tackle the punishing Gibb River Road stopping to visit the famous El Questro Station, take a walk in the beautiful Cockburn Range and swim under the waterfall in Emma Gorge. We cross the Pentecost River and travel through the spectacular ranges before heading to our overnight bush camp. (BLD)Tour Day 7 - Gibb River Road & Gorges
A day of swimming and hiking as we explore some of these striking gorges: Barnett, Manning, Galvins, or Adcock, depending on the time of year. Overnight bush camp. (BLD)Tour Day 8 - King Leopold Range - Windjana Gorge
We enjoy an early hike and swim at Bell or Leonard Gorge before experiencing the splendour of the King Leopold Range travelling to Windjana Gorge. After lunch, we wade through the icy waters of the mysterious Tunnel Creek to explore the incredible limestone formations. We camp overnight at Windjana Gorge National Park. (BLD)Tour Day 9 - Windjana Gorge to Broome
We view the abundant wildlife of Windjana Gorge including freshwater crocodiles and explore the 350 million year old fossilised reef wall rising 90 metres above the riverbed. Then we head for Derby, visiting the famous Boab Prison Tree before continuing on to Broome for sunset on beautiful Cable Beach. (BL)*Three nights multi-share accommodation is included. Passengers may prefer to upgrade to ensuite twin/double/single (at extra cost).
Tour Day 10 & 11 - Broome
Two days of leisure in this historic northern pearling town. There is plenty to see and do in Broome, time to just relax or laze on the beach in idyllic weather conditions on the famous Cable Beach or view some of the old Pearling Luggers. We start our time here with a town tour to show you the sights. (B)Tour Day 12 - Broome to Indee Station
Departing Broome we cross the Great Sandy Desert, calling in at the coastal oasis of Eighty Mile Beach where we may have time for a quick swim in the turquoise water and a chance to collect some unique seashells. We travel further south through Port Hedland checking out the enormous piles of iron ore and salt, before setting up camp at a remote sheep and cattle property, Indee Station. Tonight, sample some traditional Aussie damper baked in the hot coals of our campfire. (BLD)Tour Day 13 - Indee Station to Karijini NP
This morning we make our way to the remote but spectacular Karijini National Park where we spend the next three days exploring the ancient gorges and swimming in emerald coloured rock pools. We begin our Karijini experience with a visit to the Karijini Cultural Centre before heading for Fortesque Falls where you will be rewarded with a refreshing swim. Overnight camp in Karijini. (BLD)Tour Days 14 & 15 - Karijini NP
The next two days are spent exploring, swimming and relaxing in the magnificent Karijini gorges. One of the oldest landscapes on earth - the region will amaze you. We will explore a number of gorges including Weano Gorge, Handrail Pool, Oxers Lookout, Hancock Gorge and Hamersley Gorge amongst others. Overnight camp in Karijini. (BLD)Tour Day 16 - Karijini NP to Exmouth
Leaving Karijini, we call in at the unique mining town of Tom Price before travelling through the vast bush land and station country of the Pilbara region on our way to Exmouth and our accommodation. (BLD)Tour Day 17 - Exmouth
This morning we explore the Cape Range National Park. Take a dip or relax on the beach at picturesque Turquoise Bay and hike around the vertical red rock walls of the gorge for stunning views at Yardie Creek. (BLD)Tour Day 18 - Exmouth to Coral Bay & Warroora Station
Spend the entire day snorkelling the famous Ningaloo Reef accessible from Coral Bay's white sandy beach. Alternatively, you can choose one of the many optional activities including quad biking, coral viewing cruises and scuba diving (at own expense). (BLD)Tour Day 19 - Coral Bay to Monkey Mia
Heading south we cross the Tropic of Capricorn and pass through the banana growing town of Carnarvon. We call in at unique Shell Beach before continuing on to Monkey Mia - famous for the wild dolphins that visit the beach daily. (BLD)Tour Day 20 - Monkey Mia to Kalbarri
Time this morning to visit with the dolphins before exploring some of the Shark Bay World Heritage area. We stop to view the stromatolites - the oldest living organisms in the world - before heading south for Kalbarri. Time permitting we will be able to view the Murchison Gorge and Natures Window this afternoon before arriving in this seaside resort town. (BLD)Tour Day 21 - Kalbarri NP to Perth
Departing via the coastal gorges of the Kalbarri National Park, we head to the picturesque seaside town of Dongara before travelling south through the fascinating landscape of the Nambung National Park and checking out the famous Pinnacles. Then we make our way to Perth arriving in the early evening. (BL)Tour completes in Perth
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