Short Breaks from Darwin - 2 Day Tours
| 2 DAY KAKADU NATIONAL PARK AND EAST ALLIGATOR RIVER |
| Code: DK40 |
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| Highlights: • Kakadu National Park • Guluyambi Cruise Day 1: Darwin – Kakadu Travel across Adelaide River and Marrakai Plains and deep into Kakadu National Park. Take a guided walk to view ancient Aboriginal rock art at Nourlangie Rock. After lunch join the famous Yellow Water Billabong Cruise to observe saltwater crocodiles and the colourful range of prolific bird life that this region is renowned for. Visit the Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre and view the informative displays and exhibits depicting the traditions of the Aboriginal people. Accommodation: Kakadu Lodge Quad- Share (Q), Kakadu Lodge Twin Rooms (L), Aurora Kakadu (K) or Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn (F), Kakadu. Day 2: Kakadu – Darwin This morning stop at Ubirr with a short walk to view Aboriginal rock art. Join the Guluyambi Cruise along the East Alligator River in search of saltwater crocodiles. We have an Aboriginal guide with us and with the special permission of the local people, we will be able to go ashore in Arnhem Land. Visit the Bowali Visitor Centre. Opportunity for a scenic flight (own expense) over the Arnhem Land Escarpment. Return to Darwin this evening. |
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DATES & PRICES |
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| Departs: Daily 6.30am from Darwin (or earlier from your hotel) | |||
| Concludes: 7.30pm approximately in Darwin | |||
| Valid: 01 November 2011 - 31 March 2012 | |||
| Prices (AUD) | Adult | Child | Single |
| Budget | $544 | $415 | $623 |
| Budget Studio | $595 | $455 | $713 |
| Standard | $654 | $505 | $743 |
| Superior | $680 | $525 | $769 |
| The adult price includes a National Park Entry Fee. | |||
| The fee is $25 per adult. You only have to pay this fee once when purchasing 2 or more Day Tours in this national park, as entry is valid for 3 consecutive days. It is an additional compulsory government charge at time of booking and is subject to change without notice. Children 15 years and under are not required to pay the entry fee. You must carry your ticket with you every time you enter the National Park or you will be required to purchase another ticket. | |||
| Valid till 31 March 2012 | |||
| 2 DAY KAKADU ARNHEM LAND |
| Code: DK50 |
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| Highlights: • Yellow Water Billabong Cruise • Arnhem Land Day 1: Darwin – Kakadu Travel via the Marrakai Plains deep into Kakadu National Park. A wide selection of native wildlife has made this region their home. Take a guided walk to view ancient Aboriginal rock art at Nourlangie Rock. After lunch join the famous Yellow Water Billabong Cruise to observe saltwater crocodiles and the colourful range of bird life. Visit the Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre and view the informative displays. An optional 50 minute scenic flight over Kakadu is available today. Accommodation: Kakadu Lodge Quad- Share (Q), Kakadu Lodge Twin Rooms (L), Aurora Kakadu (K) or Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn (F), Kakadu. Day 2: Arnhem Land – Darwin An early start this morning as we travel by 4 Wheel Drive vehicle into Arnhem Land and the Mikinj Valley. We travel through spectacular scenery including sandstone outcrops, escarpments, forests and floodplains. Learn about traditional land ownership, bush skills and ‘bush tucker’. View Aboriginal rock art in its natural state. Most tours are accompanied by an Aboriginal guide. |
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DATES & PRICES |
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| Departs: Daily 6.30am (May – 29 Nov) from Darwin (or earlier from your hotel) | |||
| Concludes: 7.30pm approximately in Darwin | |||
| Valid: 01 November 2011 - 30 November 2011 | |||
| Prices (AUD) | Adult | Child | Single |
| Budget | $644 | $495 | $723 |
| Budget Studio | $674 | $520 | $793 |
| Standard | $734 | $565 | $823 |
| Superior | $740 | $570 | $829 |
| The adult price includes a National Park Entry Fee. | |||
| The fee is $25 per adult. You only have to pay this fee once when purchasing 2 or more Day Tours in this national park, as entry is valid for 3 consecutive days. It is an additional compulsory government charge at time of booking and is subject to change without notice. Children 15 years and under are not required to pay the entry fee. You must carry your ticket with you every time you enter the National Park or you will be required to purchase another ticket. | |||
| Valid till 31 March 2012 | |||
| 2 DAY KATHERINE ABORIGINAL CULTURAL DISCOVERY |
| Code: DG20 |
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| Highlights: • Katherine Gorge Dinner Cruise • Nitmiluk National Park • Edith Falls Day 1: Darwin – Katherine Gorge Travel south through tropical country, passing former WWII airstrips. We make a short stop at the Adelaide River War Cemetery, a site dedicated to those killed in the air-raids in Darwin in the 1940’s. Continue to Edith Falls, where there is time for a refreshing swim in the waterhole beneath the falls (conditions permitting). On arrival at Katherine Gorge there is opportunity for a quick lunch (own expense) at Sugarbag Cafe, taking in spectacular views over the Katherine River from the outdoor deck. There is time at leisure or perhaps get up close and personal to the mesmerising Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge, by canoeing the first gorge at your own pace (own expense). Later, we’ll depart on a sunset cruise to discover the ways of the Jawoyn people against a magnificent backdrop of cliff faces changing colour with the setting sun. Experience the spectacular beauty of the Gorge by candlelight while enjoying delicious Australian cuisine. Accommodation: Nitmiluk Chalets, Katherine. Day 2: Aboriginal Culture Enjoy an informative guided walk through nature’s pantry, identifying traditional foods of the Jawoyn people, climaxing with a swim at a waterhole or at a sandy beach along the Katherine River. The tour includes refreshments and a small backpack, yours to keep as a souvenir. Please bring only minimal personal belongings, small towel, hat, sunscreen and water bottle. Lunch may be held poolside or at the visitor’s centre (depending on season) before a brief tour of Katherine, the hub of the region’s cattle and farming industries. An evening stop is made at Adelaide River where you may purchase dinner (own expense). You may like to sample the famous ‘Barra and Chips’, before returning to Darwin. |
DATES & PRICES |
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| Departs: Mon, Tue & Fri (May – Oct) 6.30am from Darwin | |||
| Concludes: 8.30pm approximately in Darwin | |||
| Valid: 01 May 2011 - 31 October 2011 | |||
| Prices (AUD) | Adult | Child | Single |
| DG20 | $879 | $705 | $974 |
| The adult price includes a National Park Entry Fee. | |||
| The fee is $25 per adult. You only have to pay this fee once when purchasing 2 or more Day Tours in this national park, as entry is valid for 3 consecutive days. It is an additional compulsory government charge at time of booking and is subject to change without notice. Children 15 years and under are not required to pay the entry fee. You must carry your ticket with you every time you enter the National Park or you will be required to purchase another ticket. | |||
| Valid till 31 March 2012 | |||
