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5 Day Top End Safari
Visit
all major Top End National Parks!!!
Start and Finish in Darwin
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A
5 day small group camping tour. Visit all major
Top End National Parks!!! Litchfield National
Park, Mary River Wetlands, Kakadu National Park,
Ubirr, Jim Jim & Twin Falls, Gunlom Falls, Katherine
Gorge, Edith Falls.
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5
Day Kakadu Top End Safari |
| Tour
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G-NTK5 |
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Darwin
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Departure
Dates:
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Tour
operates APR to OCT only
Apr - May: Mon Thu
Jun-Oct: Mon Thu Sat |
| Departure
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Approximately
6.30am depending on CBD accommodation pickup |
| Finishes: |
Darwin |
| Return
Time: |
7.00pm |
| Tour
Prices: Adult |
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1st April 2009 - 31st March 2010
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April
- October
Adult $875 + Twin Falls Boat Transfer (Seasonal)
fee
Child $700 + Twin Falls Boat Transfer (Seasonal)
fee
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tour is not available to children 7 years
and under. (8-12yrs
old) |
| Extras:
Kakadu Twin Falls boat transfer fee $12.50
payable on morning of departure. |
| All
prices are in Australian Dollars (includes
10% GST) based on per person |
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| Discounts: |
Specials:
Book here now today
and receive a 6% earlybird discount. |
| Min
Numbers: |
6 |
| Max
Numbers: |
16 |
| Tour
Vehicle: |
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4WD Mitsubishi
or Isuzu- 16 seats front facing air-conditioned
vehicle.
Our
4WDs (16 - 20 seaters) have spacious cabs
with ample legroom and forward facing seats
for increased comfort and a view for appreciation
of the scenery.
A
4WD vehicle will be used on days two and
three.
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Toyota
Coaster mini-bus - (max 22 seats)
or Mitsubishi Rosa mini-bus
(max 24 seats) - front facing air-conditioned
vehicle. |
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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 and exploring the wonders
of Kakadu and Litchfield National parks. |
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| Staying: |
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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.
More
information on Campsites
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Semi-Permanent
Campsites - tents must be erected
by guide and passengers, share showers and
toilets, no cooking facilities except those
carried on the vehicle.
More
information on Campsites
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| To
Bring: |
Tour
ticket, Experienced tour guide, meals as indicated,
accommodation transfers, permanent campsites,
camping fees & equipment, hat, torch (if you have
one), camera and film, sleeping bag, closed walking
shoes essential such as sturdy ankle high walking
shoes, open footwear (optional), sunscreen, pillow,
mosquito repellent, toiletries, towel, swimming
gear, water bottle (1.5 litre), long-sleeved shirt,
sleeping bag and a small bag only minimal luggage
please.
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Included: |
Experienced
guide, meals as indicated, accommodation transfers,
camping fees & equipment. |
| Not
Included: |
Sleeping Bag Hire if required ($15 - $20),
Breakfast on day 1, Dinner last day. |
| Places
Of Interest: |
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Highlights:
Litchfield
National Park
Mary
River Wetlands
Kakadu
National Park
Ubirr
Aboriginal Art site
Maguk
(Barramundi Gorge)
Jim
Jim Falls (Seasonal access)
Katherine
Gorge - Nitmiluk National Park
Edith
Falls
Aboriginal
Culture.
Note:
Itinerary will vary during Tropical
Summer (Dec-May/early June) according to
seasonal, cultural and National Park requirements.
Attractions will be substituted with others
of interest.
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Itinerary:
Dry
Season Program
(From May/June to November - depending on seasonal conditions
and park access)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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Note:
A 4WD vehicle will be used on days two and three
Itinerary may vary and/or attractions be substituted due
to seasonal conditions, weather extremes, Tradtional owner
and national park requirements.
Park fee of $12.50 (Twin Falls boat transfer - seasonal)
& fuel levy is payable on morning of departure.
The above program should only be used as a guideline and
tour guides may change programs at their discretion to suit
the specific interests of their group.
Safaris must be reconfirmed by 4pm the day before travel
direct with the tour operator.
Luggage limit of 15kg in a soft bag or backpack
Optional
$15 Sleeping Bag Hire if required.
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ATA
Child Policy On Tours
Note:
N/S = This tour is not available to children 12 years
and under.
Note: N/A = This option
is not available at a discounted child rate.
Note: *Child rates
are for children 8-12 years accompanied by an adult
Note: Children 7 years
and under are not permitted to travel on any tour
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Australia Business Number 54 561 356 425
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341 McMillans Road, Anula, Darwin 0812, Northern Territory,
Australia
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Territory, Australia 0801
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