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7 Day Alice Springs to Darwin including Uluru
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A
7 day camping
and accommodated small group tour from Alice Springs
visiting
Uluru (Ayers Rock), Kata Tjuta (Olgas), Kings
Canyon, Aboriginal Culture, Devils
Marbles, Tennant Creek, Daly Waters, Mataranka
Springs, Katherine Gorge before arriving in Darwin.
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| Tour
Name: |
7
Day Alice Springs to Darwin including Uluru
(includes OCS3+OCS3AD & free day in Alice Springs) |
| Tour
Code: |
G-OCS6NA |
| Departs: |
Alice
Springs |
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Departure
Dates:
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Apr-Jun,
Aug-Sep: Mon Wed Thu Fri Sun
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Jul:Daily
• Oct - Dec:
Wed Fri Sun
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| Departure
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Alice Springs
app/from 6am - Pick ups available (on request)
from Alice Springs Town
or
Ayers Rock Resort (On Request only)
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Please advise
that a pickup from Uluru is required at time of
booking
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Flight details
are required - flights MUST arrive well before
13.20hours. (1.20pm) at Yulara Airport to connect
with the Yulara Airport Shuttle (free) to Desert
Gardens Hotel
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Pickup from
Desert Gardens at the Ayers
Rock Resort 1:45pm* (after lunch) or as nominated
on your quote.
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| Finishes: |
Darwin
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| Finish
Time: |
Approx
5.00-8.00pm |
| Tour
Prices: Adult |
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1st April 2009 - 31st March 2010
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Adult
$650
+ $95 Pay on Board (Fee and Meal Kitty)
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| Children
under 16 years not permitted on these tours!
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| Extras:
$95
Pay on Board (Fee and Meal Kitty) + Canoeing
or cruising (at own expense)
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| 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 5% earlybird discount. |
| Min
Numbers: |
6 |
| Max
Numbers: |
16/24 |
| Tour
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 and exploring. |
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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. |
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Hostel
Accommodation -
Dorm share rooms with shared facilities on. |
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Red Centre:
'Sleep under the stars' in an Aussie bedroll
(swag). Passengers
supplied with these original Australian
bushman's swags. Pop-up
tents available on request at an extra cost.
Sleeping Bags can be hired at time of booking
for $15 for the tour per person.
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| To
Bring: |
Tour
ticket, Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), hat
& sunscreen, towel & toiletries, warm clothing
in winter, water bottle, torch, insect repellent,
camera & film, pillow, sleeping bag (can be hired
for $15)
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Included: |
Price
(Incl. Kitty) Includes: Experienced & fun guide,
meals as indicated, accommodation transfers, 1 night
accommodation in Alice Springs, air-conditioned
vehicle, camping fees & equipment, park entry fee. |
| Not
Included: |
As
per itinerary |
| Places
Of Interest: |
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Katherine
Gorge, Mataranka, Daly Waters, Tennant Creek,
Devils Marbles, Adelaide River Barrow Creek
Pub, Uluru, Kata Tjuta, Kings Canyon, Aboriginal
Culture.
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are Copyright Protected |
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Day 1 - Alice Springs to Kings Canyon
Experience a Camel ride at the Outback Camel Farm (own expense)
before cruising down to our camp near Uluru (Ayers Rock) for
lunch. Afternoon hike through the 'Valley of the Winds' at
Kata Tjuta (Olgas), before watching the sunset over Uluru.
After an outdoor dinner, star gaze from the comfort of your
'swag' (or dome tent). (LD)
Day 2 -
Uluru to Kings Canyon
Witness the Uluru sunrise then either an optional climb or
base walk. Learn about Aboriginal Culture on an interpretive
walk and visit the Culture Centre before driving to Kings
Canyon. Try a helicopter flight over the spectacular Canyon
(at own expense) before sampling traditional camp-oven cooking
and another night of swagging under the stars (or dome tent)
at our camp near Kings Canyon. (BLD)
Day 3 -
Kings Canyon to Alice Springs
Spend the morning hiking and climbing Kings Canyon, checking
out the ‘Amphitheatre’, breathtaking North & South Walls and
'Garden of Eden'. After lunch, we make our way back to Alice
Springs. (BL).
Overnight
accommodation is not included.
Day 4 -
Free Day in Alice Springs
Free day in Alice Springs.
Overnight
accommodation is not included.
Day 5 -
Alice Springs to Banka Banka
We cross the Tropic of Capricorn then pull over at Ti Tree
for the opportunity to purchase authentic Aboriginal art.
Next stop is the Barrow Creek Pub where we view the historic
Telegraph Station. Further 'up the track' we explore the Devils
Marbles; precariously balanced granite boulders sacred to
the 'traditional owners', before arriving at Banka Banka Cattle
Station where we camp overnight. Weather permitting - take
a dip in the picturesque waterhole. (LD)
Day 6 -
Banka Banka to Katherine Gorge
We head further north to the famous outback pub at Daly Waters,
the oldest pub in the Northern Territory and first international
airport in Australia! After lunch we travel to Mataranka to
enjoy a relaxing afternoon in the crystal clear thermal springs.
Late afternoon we travel towards the magnificent Katherine
Gorge for our overnight camp. (BLD)
Day 7 - Katherine Gorge to Darwin
Spend half a day canoeing or cruising
(at own expense) the spectacular gorge. There is also the
chance for a scenic helicopter flight (at own expense) to
appreciate the vastness of the gorge system. After lunch we
head into Darwin via Edith Falls and Adelaide River. (BL)
Overnight accommodation is
not included.
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Note:
• Itinerary may vary and/or attractions be substituted due
to seasonal conditions, weather extremes, Tradtional owner
and national park requirements.
• 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
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Optional
$15 Sleeping Bag Hire if required.
• Package is made up of two individual tours; therefore you
may travel with a different guide and passengers during each
section.
• 4WD used days 4-6
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The
Tour Difference
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Scheluded tours operate.
• As
the Northern Territory's leading small group safari company,
the operator run tours to some of Australia's most famous
landmarks including Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kakadu National
Park.
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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.
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The tour operator is
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.
• Their
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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About
this web site: As
one of the Northern Territory's leading small group safari,
sightseeing, charter, tour and selfdrive specialists 'Australia
4 Wheel Drive Rentals' is a Darwin Northern Territory
Travel Agent License Number NT 094 and also a full member
of 'Tourism Top End'.
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www.australia4wheeldriverentals.com.
We seek out tours from only reputable experienced tour companies
to some of Australia's most famous landmarks including Uluru
Kata Tjuta National Park(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 - then onto Adelaide and Cairns
we have sourced an excellent range of tours for your next
vacation in Australia. Our experienced staff have collectively
over 30 years in the travel industry will help you discover
the best of these unique and special tours offers.
Australia
4 Wheel Drive Rentals
Australia Business Number 54 561 356 425
Australian
NT Licensed Travel Agent No. 094
Tel: International 0061 (0) 8 89 453 338 (Enquiries
for tours - 24 hours a day)
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Mobile: International +61 400 278958 (Enquiries
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Email:
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341 McMillans Road, Anula, Darwin 0812, Northern Territory,
Australia
Postal address for correspondence: P.O.Box 3410, Darwin, Northern
Territory, Australia 0801
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MISSION
STATEMENT
Our very experienced
Northern Territory staff will help you discover the best of
these unique and special tours offers across Australia with
camping safaris to one day sight seeing coach trips, eco tours
australia adventure camping safaris in Kakadu National Park
and Uluru (Ayers Rock) from Alice Springs and Ayers Rock Resort
(Uluru) in Northern Territory including learning about Aboriginal
culture as one of the Northern Territory's 'local'
leading small group safari specialists "Australia
4 Wheel Drive Rentals" incorporating it's web sites.
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