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Adventure
Tours Australia
3 Day - Alice Springs to Darwin (Including Mataranka, Katherine
and Devils Marbles)
Departs Alice Springs and Finishes at Darwin
Tour Code: ATA_67_PBAD
A 3 Day
camping mini coach visiting Devils Marbles, Banka Bank, Daly
Waters, Mataranka Springs, Katherine Gorge: Edith Falls, Adelaide
River.
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As
a valued agent www.australia4tours.com offer tours
from Adventure Tours Australia an award
winning company specialising in active, small group
safaris for the adventurous traveller. We offer an extensive
range of tours
here
exploring the highlights and hidden delights of Australia.
Our
tours are nature-based with the emphasis on the unique
scenery, wildlife and Aboriginal culture of each area
and they cater for everyone from the fit and adventurous
who want to get off the beaten track to those who prefer
the sound of ‘soft adventure’ and more comfortable facilities!
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| Tour
Prices |
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1st April 2008 - 31st March 2009
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| Adult:
AUD$425
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| Child:
AUD$335 (8-12yrs
old) |
| Extras:
fuel levy (see
current levy) are
payable on morning of departure.
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All
prices are in Australian Dollars (includes 10% GST) based
on per person |
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| Child
Policy |
Children
0-7 unable to travel, Children 8 -12 years |
| Discounts |
Specials:
Book a tour from this site
and receive a 5% earlybird discount |
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Days Departs |
Apr-Jun: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun
Jul-Aug: Daily
Sep-Oct: 5 times a week (Days to be advised)
Nov-Mar: Tue, Thu, Sun |
| Depart
From |
Alice
Springs. 06:30am |
| Duration: |
3
Days |
| Tour
Finishes |
Darwin
approx 7:00-8:00pm |
| Max
People |
16/24 (Mini Bus) |
| Accommodation |
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Permanent
Campsites - have permanently
erected tents (multi-share), permanent cooking facilities
and purpose-built fire pits, screened eating areas, share
showers and toilets. |
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| Vehicle |
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Toyota
Coaster mini-bus - (max 22 seats) or Mitsubishi
Rosa mini-bus (max 24 seats) - front facing air-conditioned
vehicle.
We
use our coaches in locations where there are large driving
distances on sealed roads as the larger vehicles provide
greater comfort. In all other circumstances, we focus
on providing a small group experience with an average
maximum group size of 16.
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| Suitability |
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Maximum
Walks: Hikes
up to 6-8kms per day. A reasonable level of fitness
is required as there will be some walking to view places
of interest. Suitable for soft adventures with a passion
for bushwalking. |
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| What
to Bring |
Sturdy
walking shoes (ankle high), hat & sunscreen, swimming gear,
towel & toiletries, water bottle, torch, insect repellent,
camera & film, pillow, sleeping bag (can be hired for $15).
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| What's
Included |
Kitty,
experienced tour guides, air-conditioned vehicle, meals as indicated,
accommodation transfers, 2 night camping fees & equipment. |
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Not Included |
Fuel
levy, Optionals |
| Trip
Highlights |
Devils
Marbles, Banka Bank, Daly Waters, Mataranka Springs, Katherine
Gorge: Edith Falls, Adelaide River. |
| Conditions |
General
Information and conditions of travel |
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ITINERARY
Travel from the Red Centre
up to the Top End admiring the changes in the landscape and
remoteness on this stretch of highway; stopping at small outback
towns, water holes including Katherine Gorge and strange rock
formations (Devil's Marbles) before arriving in Darwin
Day
1 - Alice Springs to Banka Banka
We pass
by 23' 26' 22' south of the equator (otherwise known as the
Tropic of Capricorn) before stopping at Ti Tree for the chance
to buy original works of art by Indigenous artists. Learn
about the early struggles of bush telecommunications at Barrow
Creek's historic Telegraph Station - it'll make your mobile
phone seem like the space age! Precariously balanced on their
rocky perch are the Devils Marbles, a site sacred to its traditional
owners. Last stop for today is our camp at Banka Banka Cattle
Station and if the weather's good, you can take a dip in the
pretty waterhole. (LD)
Day
2 - Banka Banka to Katherine Gorge
No visit
to the Top End would be complete without a visit to the famed
Daly Waters pub, a quintessential outback roadhouse and watering
hole for travellers from far and wide. The tiny town is also
home to Australia's first international airport (but you wouldn't
guess it!). Mataranka lies in the heart of the never-never,
and you'll feel a million miles from anywhere as you soak
in the steamy thermal springs. As the day draws to a close,
we reach our overnight camp at stunning Katherine Gorge. (BLD)
Day
3 - Katherine Gorge to Darwin
The gorge
is all yours this morning, with a half day to spend canoeing
or cruising (at own expense) the
spectacular waters. Want to see more Jump aboard a helicopter
flight (at own expense) which
will take you high above the vast gorge system. We'll head
to Darwin after a bite to eat, with stops at idyllic Edith
Falls and the croc-filled- Adelaide River (both a town and
a river). (BL)
Think
about some of these options:
6 Day Alice Springs to Darwin incl. Kakadu
6 Day Alice Springs to Darwin incl. Uluru
7 Day Red Rocket from Alice Springs to Darwin
9 Day - Cloud 9 Alice Springs to Darwin
10 Day Alice Springs to Darwin
11 Day - Heaven 11 Alice Springs to Darwin
12 Day Territory in Depth Alice Springs to Darwin
14 Day Adelaide to Darwin Safari
18 Day Melbourne to Darwin Safari
21 Day Sydney to Darwin
Notes:
* Itinerary may vary according to Traditional Owner & National
Park requirements, seasonal conditions. Attractions
will be substituted with others of interest
* This is a code-shared tour with Outback Safaris & Wayward
Bus - subsidiary tour divisions of Adventure Tours.
*Where accommodation is not available we reserve the right
to use another property of similar or better quality.
*Safaris must be reconfirmed by 4pm the day before travel.
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All itineraries are a guideline only.
* Agents comment:
Time at destination 'Icons' may vary due to the long distance
to be travelled each day.
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THE
ADVENTURE TOUR DIFFERENCE
- Scheluded
tours operate.
- As
the Northern Territory's leading small group safari company,
we run tours to some of Australia's most famous landmarks
including Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kakadu National Park.
- From
the tropical Top End to the spiritual heart of the Red Centre,
from Aboriginal Culture to abundant wildlife - our experienced
guides will help you discover the best of this unique and
special state.
- Adventure
Tours Australia are an award winning company specialising
in active, small group safaris for the adventurous traveller.
- We
offer an extensive range of tours exploring the highlights
and hidden delights of the Northern Territory, South Australia,
Tasmania, Western Australia and Tropical North Queensland.
- Our
tours are nature-based with the emphasis on the unique scenery,
wildlife and Aboriginal culture of each area and they cater
for everyone from the fit and adventurous who want to get
off the beaten track to those who prefer the sound of ‘soft
adventure’ and more comfortable facilities!
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| Note:
Luggage |
Personal
luggage 15kgs: Is limited to an overnight bag of max
15kgs and a day pack. |
| National
Parks |
Some
activities within Australia's National parks are dependant
on the weather and observance of cultural traditions,
therefore itineraries are subject to change. |
| Note
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Please note that all itineraries are a guideline only
and are subject to change.
* Safaris must be reconfirmed by 4pm the day before travel
with the tour operator only. |
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