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Aussie
Adventures
In Northern Territory
Let
Aussie Adventure show you around our home. We
live in the wonderful Outback of Australia's Northern
Territory and work and play in World Heritage
areas such as Kakadu every day. Our
knowledgeable and experienced guides can bring
these wonderful places to life for your once in
a lifetime experience.
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2
DAY ABORIGINAL CULTURE & WILDLIFE
2 DAY CAMPING TOUR
Bathurst Island (TIWI TOURS)- Aboriginal Culture
and Wildlife
(from Darwin in Northern Territory, Australia)
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A
two day camping tour to Bathurst Island provides
a unique opportunity to experience a modern day
Aboriginal community and learn about the history
and the culture of the Tiwi People from a local
resident’s perspective, plus the adventure of
camping in a remote location and learning more
about the way of life on the Island.
The Tiwi Islanders have been welcoming tourists
to their island for nearly 20 years. If you are
looking for a real Aboriginal culture exchange
this is it! There are no touristy gimmicks, tacky
souvenir shops or high tech staged performances.
You’ll visit the modern day Aboriginal community
of Nguiu (pronounced new-you) with a population
of 2000 and be shown around by a local guide.
For those who want a more hands on experience
camp overnight in the northern part of the island
and participate in traditional food hunting and
gathering. The Tiwi people are experts at living
off the land and often collect their favourite
bush foods. Dare to try mangrove worm or their
favourite carpet snake.Don’t worry, you won’t
have to rely on your catch normal food is included
and we look after most dietary requirements.
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| Tour
Name: |
2Day
Aboriginal Culture and Wildlife |
| Tour
Code: |
2001-AA-TIB2C |
| Tour
Prices: $ |
| 1st
April 2008 - 31st March 2009 |
| 2
Day Camping Safari: -
Camp by a picturesque lake in a remote location
in an established camp ground with toilets
and showers. |
| Tour
Code TIB2C |
Adult |
Child
(5-15 yrs) |
Single
Supp. |
| 1)
Land content only fare (includes lunch) |
AUD$499 |
AUD$390 |
Not
Applicable |
2)
ADD return flights to Bathurst island
(Ex Darwin) |
AUD$170 |
AUD$110 |
Not
Applicable |
Departs
Tuesday from Darwin (May to October)
• Includes all camping equipment and meals
as indicated
All prices are in Australian Dollars (includes
10% GST)
All prices are based
on per person basis. |
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Tour not suitable
for children under 5 years old. |
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| Discounts: |
Specials:
Book here and-
receive a 5% earlybird discount. |
| Departure
Days: |
May
to Oct: Tuesday
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| Departure
Time: |
08.00am |
| Departure
Info: |
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Tour
commences at Darwin Airport with the check in
at the General Aviation section at 7.00am. Please
confirm your tour 24 hours prior to departure
as flight times subject to change without prior
notice due to aircraft availability.
•
Note:
Clients must make their own way to/from Darwin
Airport.
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| Checkin
Time: |
07.00am
- General Aviation section, Darwin Airport
Tour
commences at Darwin Airport with the check in at
the General Aviation section at 7.00am. You MUST
reconfirm your tour 24 hours prior to departure
as flight times can subject to change without notice
due to aircraft availability. |
| Tour
Duration: |
2
Days |
| Tour
Finishes: |
5.15pm.
Tour concludes at the General Aviation section of
Darwin Airport
(Timing subject to change without notice due to
aircraft availability) |
| Max
People: |
Min
04. Max 10. |
| What
to Bring: |
Comfortable
walking shoes, Small bag (due to space limitations):
swimwear, towel, sunscreen, hat, personal requisites,
camera with plenty of film, insect repellent (cream
or lotion, non-aerosol).
Special
Note: The roads can be dusty, not a place for
your best clothes. |
| What's
Included: |
Mini
Bus or 4WD vehicle (group size 4-10 passengers),
all camping equipment, permits, meals as stated
above, additional airfares to and from Bathurst
Island from Darwin and a competent TIWI/NT resident
guide. |
| Fitness
Level: |
A
reasonable level of fitness is required as walking
is required. |
| Suitability: |
This
tour is suitable for most adults and children over
five.
All travellers should be encouraged to have adequate
travel insurance. |
| Disabled
Facilities: |
Some
facilities available, please check with reservations
for details. No wheelchair access on this tour.
Clients
with disabilities are welcomed on the tours providing
they are accompanied by an able-bodied companion
and do not require special assistance from AA personel.
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| Places
of Interest: |
Learn
about the culture of the Tiwi Aboriginal people,
meet some Tiwi Ladies at morning tea, witness a
smoking ceremony, view traditional dancing, local
arts and crafts, Early Mission Precinct, camping
in a remote location, wildlife spotting |
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ITINERARY:
A two day camping tour to Bathurst Island provides
a unique opportunity to experience a modern day Aboriginal
community and learn about the history and the culture of the
Tiwi People from a local resident’s perspective, plus the
adventure of camping in a remote location and learning more
about the way of life on the Island.
Day 1:
Tiwi
Islands
After
a scenic flight (airfare not inclufed) you arrive at Bathurst
Island. Here you are met by your guide to be taken on
a journey through the progressive community of Nguiu. Visit
the museum and learn about the Tiwi history and culture.
Explore some successful arts and crafts centres and
see artists’ work. You also have the opportunity to purchase
some Tiwi arts and crafts, screen-printed fabric and clothing
at Island prices. Spend time with some Tiwi Ladies enjoying
billy tea and damper while they work on their weaving and
painting, and show you their totem dances. Set out for a scenic
drive through the wilderness of Bathurst Island. Enjoy lunch
and visit a local waterhole for a swim (bring swimmers and
towel). Learn about traditional bush tucker, bush medicine
and natural fibres and dyes. Later, head off to Moantu
(the home of the Rainbow Serpent) and set up camp at this
picturesque spot overlooking a large freshwater lake. Take
a walk over the sand dunes to admire the view and a Tiwi
Island sunset before dinner around the campfire.
Accommodation: Moantu Camp, Bathurst Island.
(Lunch, Dinner)
Day
2:
Cape
Fourcroy
After breakfast travel out to the westernmost point of Bathurst
Island – Cape Fourcroy and explore the rugged coastline.
Walk along this beautiful beach in search of turtle nests.
There will be many opportunities to see a diverse range of
native wildlife, so don’t forget your cameras! Learn about
traditional uses of the native flora and fauna with your Tiwi
guide. Visit Tomorrupi Waterfall and cool off in the
refreshing water and enjoy a picnic lunch. Visit a Tiwi
Burial Site and learn about some of the complex rituals
associated with the Pukumani Poles (Burial Poles) before
returning to Nguiu for your return flight to Darwin.)
(Breakfast, Lunch)
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Special
note:
• For a truly memorable experience, client participation is
encouraged.
• Clients must make their own way to/from Darwin Airport.
• The tour departs from the General Aviation Terminal.
• Please reconfirm your tour 24 hours prior to departure as
flight times can change.
• The roads can be dusty, not a place for your best clothes.
• Don't forget to bring an old pair of walking shoes that
you don't mind getting muddy.
• A reasonable level of fitness is required.
• Please note that all itineraries are a guideline only and
are subject to change due to seasonal or access conditions.
• Full Payment is required for this tour at the time of booking.
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Aboriginal
Culture
- Please Note:
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ABORIGINAL
CULTURE AND ABORIGINAL AREAS OF SIGNIFICANCE
• TIWI
ISLANDS: MOST IMPORTANT PLEASE READ: Whilst
the communities have invited you to visit their homes, please
respect the privacy of individuals and families during your
visit. All permits to visit will be arranged by AAHolidays.
No alcohol is available on these tours and cannot be transported
to, nor consumed anywhere near the tour area. Tours may be
altered due to cultural reasons at any time.
•
NOTE:
We reserve the right to amend our itineraries if features
cannot be performed to due cultural reasons.
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Some
areas that we visit have great significance to the local Aborigines
and as such are culturally sensitive. Access to these areas
may be restricted for cultural reasons for unspecified times
and with little prior notice. We reserve the right to amend
our itineraries or visit alternative areas in these circumstances
and no refunds will be given to clients.
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General
Tour Information About:
Tour Guides - Permit Areas - Vehicles - Camping Equipment
- Campground Facilities - Campground Facilities - Passenger
Involvement - Walking Distances and Programs - Passenger Fitness
Level - Food - What Is Included - What Is Not Included - What
To Bring - Insurance - Conditions of Travel.
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About
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4 Wheel Drive Rentals' is a Darwin Northern Territory
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From
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from Aboriginal Culture to abundant wildlife - then onto Adelaide
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Australia
4 Wheel Drive Rentals
Australia Business Number 54 561 356 425
Australian
NT Licensed Travel Agent No. 094
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Territory, Australia 0801
Australia
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