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ITINERARY:
The world
heritage listed Kakadu National Park lies east of Darwin and
is a very special place. Discover within its boundaries an
entire river with all the associated ecosystems and experience
an ancient culture up to 40,000 years old. Anytime is a good
time to visit. Apr-May finds the country side still fresh
from recent rains and alive with growth. Jun-Sep brings clear
blue skies, access to most areas as rivers recede and the
coolest months to visit. Oct-Dec is the hottest time and is
the best time for wildlife watching. Jan-Mar sees the most
rainfall but to see the landscape come alive with waterfalls
and the spectacular lightning storms on the horizon is a once
in a lifetime opportunity. With a maximum group size of only
16 people, you'll recieve truly personalised service. We use
deluxe air-conditioned 4WD vehicles with forward facing seating
for your comfort.
Day 1:
Day 1: Darwin Kakadu Cultural
Camp
We depart Darwin at 6.30am
and travel along the Arnhem Highway into Kakadu National Park.
After crossing the South Alligator River we explore the World
Heritage Area of Ubirr where we climb up through the ancient
Aboriginal rock art galleries to the lookout for the view
over surrounding wetlands. Visit the Bowali Visitor Centre
with its informative displays. Later, we make our way to Nourlangie
rock art site and explore the various galleries, with insightful
interpretation of the art and the rich Aboriginal cultural
history of the area from your Guide. Travel to Kakadu Culture
Camp (access app from may 2011) to meet the traditional landowners
from the East Alligator region. Learn about traditional Aboriginal
way of life and hear stories about their history and language.
Cruise the Djarradjin Billabong in darkness and search for
crocodiles and other wildlife.
Camp: Permanent safari tents with shared facilities, Kakadu
Culture Camp, Kakadu, 2 nights. L,D
Day 2:
Day 2: Jim Jim Gorge and
Twin Falls
Today we explore the majestic beauty of Jim Jim and Twin Falls.
Access to Jim Jim Gorge is by a 900 metre walk over rocks.
The falls may not flow throughout the dry season, but if there
has been a reasonable wet season they will still be running
up until late August. The surrounding gorges are a spectacle
to behold as the rock colours continuously change with the
suns position. Access to Twin Falls is a short boat trip
up the gorge area to the beach at the base of these beautiful
falls, with time to relax in the spectacular scenery
Return to camp this afternoon. B L D
(In the event seasonal conditions
prevent access to Jim Jim Gorge and Twin Falls, alternative
touring will be arranged.)
Day 3: Yellow Water Wetlands
Maguk
We start our day with a cruise
on the Yellow Water Wetlands. Our Guides provide us with an
insight into the wildlife and the habitat of the area. Later,
we visit Warradjan Cultural Centre then continue to Maguk
(Barramundi Gorge) for a swim before returning to Darwin on
the old 4WD Jim Jim Road. B L
NOTE:
Itinerary
will vary according to seasonal and cultural and National
park requirements. Attractions will be substituted with others
of interest
Tour
prices and dates are correct at the time of the website going
live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking.
All tour information is correct at time of tours going live,
however is subject to change, please confirm all details at
time of booking.
For full terms and conditions, please refer to our Conditions
page.
Kakadu
Culture Camp wins Gourmet Traveller's Best Indigenous Tourism
Experience Award
June, 2010: Aussie Adventure Holidays exclusive traditional
Indigenous experience, Kakadu Culture Camp, has been awarded
the Best Indigenous Tourism Experience in the prestigious
2010 Gourmet Traveller Travel Awards.Voted by Australian Gourmet
Traveller readers and presented in Sydney on 27 May 2010,
Kakadu Culture Camp claimed victory in the Indigenous category
for providing Australian travellers with an outstanding local
holiday experience.
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