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If you want to
experience the highlights of Kakadu National Park
but are a little short on time then our small
group 3 Day Kakadu Adventure is for you. Jump
on board our 4WD for 3 action packed days taking
in awesome scenery and exploring magnificent destinations
like Jim Jim Falls, Barramundi Gorge, Twin Falls,
Ubirr Rock and more. We do plenty of hiking to
remote wildlife spots, Aboriginal art sites and
pristine waterholes where you can re-fresh your
senses with plenty of swimming or some rock climbing
if you're keen.
We also include
an exclusive Aboriginal cultural experience by
visiting the Kakadu Culture Camp which is owned
and operated by local Aboriginal people. Get an
insight into their way of life, their culture,
dreamtime stories as well as some hands on experience
weaving, spear throwing or have a crack playing
the didgeridoo.
Our tours are all
genuine small group adventures in 4-wheel drive
vehicles that can take us away from the crowds
as much as possible so you can enjoy the tranquillity
and grandeur of one of Australia's best National
Parks.
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| Tour
Name: |
3
Day Kakadu Adventure |
| Tour
Code: |
WA-3KA |
| Departs: |
Darwin
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| Finishes: |
Darwin |
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Departure
Dates:
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Darwin
at 6.30am departs daily
1st April - 30th November 2008 |
| Return
Time: |
7.00pm |
| Tour
Prices: Aud $ |
Adults
$485 |
| Exclusions:
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Pay
On Board: Tour price does not include local
payment of $35 to cover camping fees, Twin Falls
Gorge cruise and Fuel Levy. |
| Discounts: |
Specials:
Book here and-
receive a 5% earlybird discount. |
| Cards: |
VIP,
YHA & Student Discounts Available to current card
holders of $15 |
| Tour
Vehicle: |
Troop
carrier 4WD - 9 seats side-facing vehicle or 16
seater front facing 4WD vehicle. |
| Min
Numbers: |
5 |
| Max
Numbers: |
9/16 |
| Suitability: |
Our
tours have been designed to suit fit, active people
mainly ranging in age from 18-40 years. Tours are
not available to any children under the age of 13
and passengers who are over 50 must ensure they
are extremely fit if they wish to participate in
any of our tours. If you have any doubts regarding
your level of fitness, please discuss it with us
directly. |
| Staying: |
Camping
at Camp Sites (See itinerary) |
| To
Bring: |
Tour
ticket, hat, torch (if you have one), camera and
film, sleeping bag, closed walking shoes (essential),
open footwear (optional), sunscreen, mosquito repellent,
toiletries, towel, swimming gear, water bottle (1.5
litre), alcohol(cheaper from town), long-sleeved
shirt and a small bag only – minimal luggage please.
Don't wear good clothes. |
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Included: |
Tours
include main meals, fruit, snacks and all the necessary
camping equipment required for a great experience.
Tours also include an awesome Corroboree Billabong
Crocodile & Wildlife Cruise |
| Not
Included: |
•
All tours do not include Day 1 breakfast
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Tour
price does not include local payment of $35 to
cover camping fees, Twin Falls Gorge cruise and
Fuel Levy.
• camping fees ($10/night), •
Twin Falls boat cruise ($15).
• sleeping bags (optional hire available
- $15 Kakadu tours)
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| Places
Of Interest: |
Kakadu
National Park - Marrakai Floodplains, Kakadu National
Park, Ubirr Rock, Jim Jim falls, Twin Falls, Barramundi
Gorge, White Lily Billabong, Corroboree Billabong,
Arnhemland Escarpment, For
the keen hikers, you'll get a return walk (7km)
to the Top of Jim Jim or Twin Falls, Monsoon
rainforest. |
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| Day
1 |
• Marrakai Floodplain
• White Lily Billabong
• Warradjan Cultural Centre
• Barramundi Gorge
Camp: Garnamar Safari Camp
Walking: 4km (L,D) |
| Day
2 |
•
Twin Falls Gorge
• Short Boat Cruise and Walk to Falls
• White sandy beach at the base of Twin Falls
• 4WD through creeks
• Jim Jim Falls
• Basewalk to Plungepool
• Monsoon rainforest
• For the keen hikers, you'll get a return
walk (7km) to the Top of Jim Jim or Twin Falls
Camp: Minimum Facility Campground
Walking: 9km (B,L,D) |
| Day
3 |
•
Exclusive Aboriginal Cultural Experience operated
by Kakadu Culture Camp
• Aboriginal Traditional Owners as part of a "hands-on"
demonstration which gives you the opportunity to
participate in fun activities such as spear throwing,
didgeridoo lessons, weaving and listening to some
great dreamtime stories.
• Arnhem Land Escarpment - a spectacular sight
• Ubirr Rock - Aboriginal Art sites
• Private Crocodile and Wildlife Cruise on Corroboree
Billabong, a part of the Mary River system
Return: Darwin (approx 7.30pm)
Walking: 3km (B,L,D) |
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Day
1: - Tour Kakadu
Pickup
from Darwin CBD Toursit Accomodation Hotels, Backpackers
and Apartments,
Our 3
Day Kakadu tour begins by picking you up from your accommodation
at 6:30am before we head off toward Kakadu. Travelling along
the Arnhem Highway we stop for a break on the Marrakai
Floodplain to view some fantastic bird life. We travel
into Kakadu via the unsealed Old Darwin Road and take a break
at White Lily Billabong for another chance to admire
congregations of wonderful birds amongst water lily covered
floodplains. Next up is a refreshing swim at Barramundi
Gorge where you can spend some time exploring, rock climbing,
relaxing or swimming in the waterfalls, the choice is yours.
Then you can view various displays on Kakadu and learn about
the Local Aboriginal people at the Warradjan Cultural Centre.
One of our safari camp Special Permits in Kakadu allows us
to choose a peaceful campsite only 30 minutes drive from Jim
Jim Falls and ensures that the next morning you'll be waking
to the sound of birds instead of the usual urban cacophony.
In the evening you can spend some time stargazing under the
southern skies.
Meal: Lunch, Dinner
Camp: Garnamar Campground (safari camp)
Walking: 4 km
Day
2: - Tour Kakadu
Today
we head off-road and 4-wheel drive toward Twin Falls where
you will get to enjoy an informative boat cruise with an Aboriginal
Guide up Twin Falls Gorge. After a short walk down
to the end of the gorge, you reach a beautiful white sandy
beach at the base of Twin Falls which is simply spectacular.
Enjoy relaxing on the beach for a while as you take in the
scenery which can best be described as breath taking.
Keep a
look out for local wildlife as we 4WD through creeks
and sand on our way to the mighty Jim Jim Falls. A
swim in the plunge pool at the base of Jim Jim Falls is sure
to wake you up for the day as you cool down in the refreshing
water. To reach the plunge pool, a 1km scenic walk through
monsoon rainforest is taken and has excellent lookouts
over Jim Jim Falls.
Take your
time to admire the awesome sight of the sheer cliff faces
that surround you from the base of the gorge. For the keen
hikers, you'll get a return walk (7km) to the Top of Jim Jim
or Twin Falls which both offer magnificent views down
the gorge and allow swimming in rock pools at the top of the
falls. These longer walks also really give you the chance
to see Kakadu's diverse range of magnificent plant species.
After
a full-on day, you can relax with a candlelit dinner right
in the heart of Kakadu and then try your hand at playing the
didgeridoo around the campfire.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Camp: Minimal Facility Campground
Walking: 9km'S
Day
3: - Tour Kakadu
What better
way to start the morning than by sitting back and enjoying
an Exclusive Aboriginal Cultural Experience operated by
Kakadu Culture Camp. These are the Traditional Owners
from Kakadu and are able to provide you with a rare insight
into their lifestyle and culture. You can meet and chat with
these Aboriginal Traditional Owners as part of a "hands-on"
demonstration which gives you the opportunity to participate
in fun activities such as spear throwing, didgeridoo lessons,
weaving and listening to some great dreamtime stories. We
are the only tour company able to offer you this exclusive,
interactive cultural experience.
A cultural
experience of a different kind awaits you next with some awesome
paintings at Ubirr Rock. The concentration of Aboriginal art
in Kakadu is magnificent and Ubirr is recognised as one of
the most famous rock art and cultural areas in the world.
At Ubirr Rock you will see some fantastic Aboriginal
Art sites and learn more about the Aboriginal lifestyle
and culture. A short climb to the top of Ubirr Rock will reward
you with a 360° view over floodplains and the Arnhem Land
Escarpment - a spectacular sight.
We end
our day's highlights with a Private Crocodile and Wildlife
Cruise on Corroboree Billabong, a part of the Mary River system.
You are bound to see an abundance of bird life and usually
plenty of crocodiles on a 1.5 hour cruise that won't leave
you disappointed. You can watch the sunset as we head back
to Darwin in the early evening after a day filled with memories
of spectacular scenery, magnificent waterfalls, heaps of fun
and some new friends.
Meal:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Dinner - Darwin Vic Hotel meal
Voucher for a group meal or similar)
Walking: 3km's
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Please
Note:
• 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.
• Kakadu tour programs may vary during May/June due
to seasonal closures.
• For Kakadu tours from December to March, look at
our Wet Season programs.
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Please
Note:
• Jim
Jim and Twin Falls may open around late May-June to
Nov. This access to the falls is seasonal depending on conditions.
There is no set date the falls open. Other places of interest
will be subsituted if the falls are closed.
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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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