Kakadu camping tour and tour options

Kakadu National Park is a mecca for birdwatchers! Not only is it home to one-third of Australia's entire bird species, it also houses some endangered species endemic to this region as well. Travel with specialist local guides to enjoy the spectacle that is Kakadu in full flight! You'll stay in private permanent camps, travelling in a small group; plus you'll visit some of the must-see Kakadu attractions along the way.

TOUR PRICE:
• Twin/Share Twin: Aud $POA
• Single: Aud $POA
• *Child and Concession fares do not apply for 2011/2012 season.

NOTE: AGE RESTRICTIONS:
This is an Open Aged Tour for passengers over the age of 6 years. Children between 6-18 must also be accompanied by an adult. Children under the age of 6 years are not permitted to travel on tour.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS & INCLUSIONS
• Fogg Dam Reserve
• Mary River Wetlands Cruise
• Mamukala Wetlands
• Murdudjurl Cultural Walk/Talk
• Nourlangie Aboriginal Rock Art site
• Sunrise boat cruise on Yellow Waters
• Visit to Yirkmikmik region of Kakadu searching for birds in the Kambolgie rock formations

Day 1: Darwin to Kakadu National Park

G'day and welcome to Australia's Top End! After pick up from your accommodation, you'll meet your guide. We leave Darwin early and our first stop is at Fogg Dam - Darwin's premier site for water birds including Jabiru, Egrets, Ibis and Geese. After getting our first hit of birdlife, we travel onto the Mary River Wetlands for a 1 hour cruise. You will experience the billabongs and paperbark forests which support breeding populations of many bird species. We'll enjoy lunch at the South Alligator River before we visit the Mamukala Wetlands. Here, you can take in the spectacle of thousands of migratory magpie geese congregating to feed. To top off our afternoon we take the Murdudjurl Cultural Tour to learn more about local aboriginal people and their country before heading to our camp for the evening, having dinner around the camp, under the stars.
Camp: Private Permanent Campsite

Day 2: Kakadu National Park
Bird Watching After an early breakfast, we head out for a day of searching for local birds such as the White Lined Honey Eater, Chestnut Quilled Rock Pigeon, Banded Fruit Dove and White Throated Grass Wren. On our adventures today, we'll visit Nourlangie Aboriginal Rock Art site, boasting some spectacular views of Kakadu and Arnhemland. You'll then return to camp to settle back for an evening under the stars.
Camp: Private Permanent Campsite

Day 3: Kakadu / Darwin
It's an early rise today to enjoy a sunrise boat cruise on Yellow Waters. You'll watch the wildlife come alive around you! We then head south to the Yirmikmik region of Kakadu searching for birds in the Kambolgie rock formations. We'll stop for lunch at Pine Creek before spending the early afternoon in this region on the lookout for birds like the Hooded Parrot and the Goulden Finch. Both of these birds are very rare but may be spotted in these regions if we are lucky. We make our way back to Darwin. Trip finishes in Darwin around 19:00 on day 3. Please take this into consideration when booking flights out of Darwin. We recommend you book accommodation in advance to extend your stay here.

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FURTHER INFORMATION
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Short Break
Short Breaks are the ideal add on to a longer adventure, or just a short break in an amazing destination. With a duration of 2-5 days these trips range from relaxing beach breaks, to excursions with a local guide or a short but sweet group adventure. With guaranteed frequent departures, group size will vary from the single traveller to an average size of 12. Also guaranteed is the opportunity for the type of real life experience that makes travel so rewarding.

Original
Original trips are classic Intrepid Connections adventures. With a mix of included activities and free time they offer plenty of opportunity to explore at your own pace and join in activities that really get beneath the skin of a destination. While the occasional meal may be included, you'll have the freedom to seek out your own culinary adventures. Accommodation is generally budget or tourist-class (2-3 star) but you're as likely to find yourself as a guest of a local family as staying in a hotel or camping.

Transport will vary as well. Depending on the destination and the itinerary you could find yourself travelling on anything from a camel to a train or a private safari vehicle. It's all a part of the adventure! Original travellers have a desire to make the most of their travel time and really get to know a place, its people and cultures.

Group Size:
Usually a maximum of 24 travellers.

Activities:
Your time is balanced between free time to explore at your own pace and included activities that help you experience things you wouldn't be able to on your own.

Meals:
Meals are included on some camping trips, any homestay accommodation we may use and in some remote areas.

Note:
* Please note that some activities within Australia’s national parks are dependent on weather and the observance of cultural traditions, therefore itineraries are subject to change.

Luggage:
Luggage Our vehicles have limited space therefore please keep luggage to a minimum (i.e a small soft bag). Passengers travelling on tours that include air transfers need to observe strict luggage limitations

What to bring:
Please check with your agent at time of confirmation. However, for most tours you will need the following: swimming towel, water bottle, flash light, toiletries and items of a personal nature, hat, sturdy walking shoes, sun screen, camera and film, warm clothing for night time in winter months and wet weather gear.

PHYSICAL RATINGS

The physical rating indicates how much physical activity is required of you on the trip – from none at all (unless you feel like it) to 8+ hours a day hiking or biking. It also tells you how fit you need to be to enjoy it. Physical ratings range from • easy and relaxing; to ••••• only for the seriously fit, who are ready for a full-on active adventure. Choose a ••• trip for inclusive activities that only require a moderate level of fitness. Physical ratings are noted on the itineraries provided.

CULTURE SHOCK RATINGS

The culture shock rating gives you an idea of the degree of culture shock you can expect – whether there’s any familiar food, health considerations and how much you’ll need to adapt to local customs. Culture ratings range from • little or no adjustment required; to ••••• expect a real culture shock. On a mid-point, ••• rated trip you can expect unusual food and some language barriers but still access to home comforts. Culture shock ratings are noted on the itineraries provided.

ACCOMMODATION:
The one thing all Intrepid Connections trips have in common, without exception, is fantastic value for money. You'll stay in accommodation that really captures the spirit of the place and join locals to explore their towns, shop in their markets and visit them in their homes. The real value of travelling with Intrepid Connections that you'll take home many unforgettable experiences you can only find with local knowledge.

Permanent Safari Camps
All safari camps in the Northern Territory are permanent, so there is no hard work or setting up involved. However, to participate in this trip you must be prepared to assist with food preparation, dish washing, collecting firewood, etc - plus helping keep the campsite clean and tidy for the next group of travellers. The interactive nature of these tours is a key component to getting more in touch with nature, and the Australian culture – the more you put in the more you get out!

Intrepid Connections' camp sites in the Kakadu and Top End set a new benchmark for comfort, without compromising the unique natural setting. All of the tents are twin share, have hard floors and real beds. Being permanent sits, there’s no pitching of tents and all campsites have hot/cold running water, toilets and showers close by. Sleeping bags and sheep sheets are provides at no extra cost. A travel pillow and towel will be provided for you to use and keep for your future travels! Environmental Dyno lanterns are also provided in each tent for your convenience.

On camping trips, you may be required to erect your own tent but usually you will be staying in permanent tented camps. Single travellers can choose the Share twin option - share with someone of the same gender or Single - pay a single supplement.

• Please note, when paying a single suppliment there may be an occasional night, such as on a homestay, where a single room is not available.

AGE

Minimum General Policy:
For the majority of our trips the minimum age for children is 12. All travellers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult who is responsible for the child’s day to day care.

Please note we cannot guarantee triple or joining rooms for families; accompanying adults may be required to share with others in the group on a twin share basis.

Variations:
A minimum age of 18 applies to many of our Overland adventures, while a minimum age of 5 applies to our Family trips and Short Break Adventures. exceptions may apply.

Maximum General Policy:
For the majority of our trips we have no upper age limit though we remind you that our trips can be physically demanding and a Self-Assessment form is required for all passengers 70 years and over.

Variations:
On many of our Overland adventures a maximum age of 70 applies. Please refer to the “your fellow travellers” section of the relevant Trip Notes to check if any specific age variations apply.