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A Top End Extravaganza for
the Experiential Traveller
The Top End is a large area
with so many fantastic world class places to visit. Trying
to decide where to go can be tricky as, what do you leave
out? Everyone wants to go to Kakadu National Park, but what
about canoeing the famous Katherine Gorge ( Nitmiluk National
Park) or experiencing Litchfield National Park with its wide
variety of natural habitats, stunning waterfalls and the 'Lost
City'? The answer is 'you don't have to miss anything'.
Our 5 Day Top End Explorer
allows time to see and experience the best the Top End has
to offer, with plenty of highlights added. Our first three
days are devoted to exploring Kakadu National Park. Be prepared
to view some of the best indigenous rock art in the world
at Ubirr Rock. We visit Jim Jim Falls, Twin Falls, have a
boat cruise with an Aboriginal Guide, plenty of swimming in
divine waterholes and great hiking.
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.
We spend a time canoeing the
first gorges of Katherine Gorge, a deep watercourse carved
out of sandstone over millions of years, which is absolutely
mind blowing. You'll see Aboriginal art sites, a stunning
array of bird life, possibly even a long neck turtle or small
fresh water croc.
Our final day is spent exploring
Litchfield National Park with rainforest walks, swimming in
wondrous waterholes and finding out about those weird termite
mounds that dot the landscape. Our Special Permits allow us
exclusive access to the Upper Tolmer Falls and Upper Sandy
Creek Falls so we can get off the beaten tourist track and
start to get a feel for this special environment.
If really getting to know
and experience a place is high on your priority list and you're
not restricted by time, then the 5 Day Top End Explorer is
the way to go.
Day 1 - Kakadu
We head off toward Kakadu stopping on the Marrakai Floodplain
then keep a watch for 'crocs' and other wildlife on a Private
Crocodile and Wildlife Cruise on Corroboree Billabong, a part
of the Mary River system. Ubirr Rock is recognised as one
of the most famous Aboriginal rock art and cultural areas
in the world. A climb to the top will reward you with a 360°
view over floodplains and the Arnhem Land Escarpment.
(LD)
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Camp:
Minimal Facility Campground (toilets/no showers available)
Day 2 - Kakadu
Today we 4WD toward Twin Falls where you'll get to enjoy an
informative boat cruise with an Aboriginal guide up Twin Falls
Gorge. There's also the opportunity for a rugged hike to the
top of Twin Falls for a spectacular view. Next we 4WD through
creeks and sand on our way to mighty Jim Jim Falls where a
swim in the plunge pool is sure to wake you as you cool down
in the refreshing water.
(BLD)
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Camp:
Minimal Facility Campground (toilets/no showers available)
Day 3 - Kakadu
We start the day with an exclusive Aboriginal cultural experience
where you'll learn about traditional foods, listen to Dreamtime
stories as well as joining in some fun and hands on activities.
Next up is a refreshing swim at Barramundi Gorge where you
can spend time exploring, rock climbing, relaxing or swimming
in the waterfalls. Then you can view displays on Kakadu and
learn about the local Aboriginal people at the Warradjan Cultural
Centre. Our last highlight today is a swim at Moline Rock
Hole, one of our Special Permit areas, and a beautiful waterfall
perfect for cooling down before heading to our overnight campsite
near Katherine.
(BLD)
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Camp:
Edith Falls (toilets/showers available)
Day 4 - Katherine
Today can either be taken at your leisure or you may prefer
an extremely active adventure as we have a full day canoeing
up Katherine Gorge exploring this breathtaking region - the
choice is yours (canoe hire is at additional expense). Enjoy
a hike then a swim at Edith Falls after an awesome day.
(BLD)
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Camp: Edith Falls (toilets/showers
available)
Day 5 - Litchfield
The highlight today is Litchfield National Park and our first
stop is at the picturesque Florence Falls for a refreshing
swim after a short walk through the surrounding monsoon rainforest.
Swim in the crystal clear rock pools of Buley Rock holes before
a short drive to the famous Wangi Falls. We hold two exclusive
permits which allow us to access Upper Tolmer Falls and Upper
Sandy Creek Falls. After a scenic bushwalk you can swim in
a secluded location with no other tourists in sight - it's
pretty special! Departing Litchfield we pass by floodplains
scattered with hundreds of Meridian Termite Mounds and make
a brief stop to learn more about the inhabitants of these
amazing structures.
( BL)
Note: Tour is operated
as a code-share with Wilderness 4WD Adventures. A 9 seat 4WD
may be used if passenger numbers are low.
Please
Note:
• Wilderness
Adventures are not suitable for children under 12 years of
age.
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**A $12.50 seasonal fee is payable to travel into Twin Falls
on the boat and boardwalk experience. This fee is additional
to tour prices quoted.
• Prices quoted are inclusive
of a fuel levy, however if diesel prices increase drastically
during the 09/10 season a fuel levy may be introduced.
• Wilderness Adventures operate
in 16 seat 4WD's, however if passenger numbers are low, a
9 seat troop carrier may be substituted.
Please
Note:
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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.
• Litchfield tour programs may
vary during May due to seasonal closures.
• Katherine Gorge activities
are additional and at own expense.
• Katherine Gorge optionalcanoeing
may be substituted for an optional gorge cruise during May
if canoe hire is not operating.
• Tour program may be operated
in reverse at times
•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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A STRICT luggage limit of 8KG
applies on Kakadu Safaris
Inclusions
• Corroboree Billabong cruise.
• All camping equipment.
Exclusions
• Twin Falls Gorge boat cruise levy $12.50.
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$25 Kakadu Park Fee
• Sleeping Bag Hire if required ($20)
• Katherine Gorge activities are additional and at own expenses.
Note:- Pay on board costs may become applicable and may vary
subject to price increases by 3rd party service providers.
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