4 Day Natural Wonders Tour of the "Top End"

Darwin Mixed Accommodation
Notes

 Orange Arrow During the months from May-September, we highly recommend the Safari Camp option.



Budget Safari Inclusions

 Orange Arrow udget Motel Style Accommodation at the Springvale Homestead Property in Katherine (2 Nights)

 Orange Arrow Safari Camp Cooinda in Kakadu (1 Night)

 Orange Arrow 4 Lunches

 Orange Arrow Refreshments

 Orange Arrow Breakfast

 Orange Arrow BBQ Dinner at Camp Nitmiluk in Katherine

 Orange Arrow Gorge Cruise

 Orange Arrow Yellow Water Cruise



Motel Safari Inclusions

 Orange Arrow Best Western Pine Tree Motel (or similar) in Katherine (2 Nights)

 Orange Arrow Safari Camp Cooinda in Kakadu (1 Night)

 Orange Arrow 4 Lunches

 Orange Arrow Refreshments

 Orange Arrow Breakfast

 Orange Arrow BBQ Dinner at Camp Nitmiluk in Katherine

 Orange Arrow Gorge Cruise

 Orange Arrow Yellow Water Cruise



Motel Inclusions

 Orange Arrow Best Western Pine Tree Motel (or similar) in Katherine (2 Nights)

 Orange Arrow Gagudju Lodge Cooinda in Kakadu (1 Night)

 Orange Arrow 4 Lunches

 Orange Arrow Refreshments

 Orange Arrow BBQ Dinner at Camp Nitmiluk in Katherine

 Orange Arrow Gorge Cruise

 Orange Arrow Yellow Water Cruise



Buley Rockhole

 Orange Arrow Buley Rockhole is a series of rock holes along Florence Creek as it cascades down a hillside

 Orange Arrow Florence Creek is spring-fed and has a good flow of water year-around

 Orange Arrow Swimming is allowed year round except in times of flooding.



Australia Darwin Mixed Accommodation Tour 1
Tour Details
Prices in Australian Dollars
CodeTN11-13D2
Duration3 Days
Tour Price
APR 11 - NOV 12
Type Twin Share Child Single Sup.
Budget Safari
$979 $729 $40
Motel Safari $1039 $789 $90
Motel $1189 $929 $230
Frequency
MAY Mon, Wed, Fri
JUN-AUG Daily
SEP-OCT Mon, Wed, Fri
NOV-APR Mon
StyleMixed Accommodation
TransportScenic Coach
SuitabilityOpen Age
Additions
Upgrades
Tour Ceases Operations: 30/03/2012
StartDarwin @ 7 am
Hotel pick ups earlier
End Darwin @ approx 5 pm on Day 4
Katherine Hot Springs: Take a refreshing dip in Katherine Hot Springs. These natural thermal springs are situated on the banks of the Katherine River, within the Katherine township, and comprise of a series of clear pools framed by native vegetation.

Itinerary

Day 1: Litchfield National Park

Pick up between 6:30 and 7:00 am from Darwin accommodation.  Highlights today will include Magnetic Termite Mounds, the magnificent falls of Tolmer, Wangi and Florence and the truly beautiful Buley Rockhole.  Enjoy lunch and a swim at the falls, before continuing to Katherine via Adelaide River.  Lunch at Monsoons, Wangi Falls. Arrive in Katherine at approximately 5:30pm.

Day 2: Katherine

Australia Darwin Mixed Accommodation Tour 2Depart Katherine at approximately 8:00am for a 2 hr Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge cruise. After your cruise, visit the Katherine Museum, then enjoy lunch at Pine Tree Motel. After lunch, take pleasure in a swim at the Katherine Hot Springs before travelling to Springvale Homestead for afternoon tea and a historical tour of the oldest standing homestead in the Territory. Visit other local attractions during the rest of the afternoon before arriving back at your accommodation at approximtely 5.00pm.

Day 3: Kakadu National Park

Depart Katherine at 7:30am for an exciting 2 days in Kakadu. Enjoy the slendour of Edith Falls, a deep pool fringed by pandanus palms and high cliffs, bfore entering Kakadu National Park through the southern entrance via Pine Creek and Mary River. Arrive at Cooinda, home of Yellow Water and take pleasure in the variety of birds, wildlife and crocodiles on a sunset cruise. Overnight at your choice of accommodation either Gagudju Lodge our the Safari Camp.

Day 4: Kakadu National Park

Depart at 7.00am for Nourlanfie Rock, just magic at this time of the morning.  Today will create long lasting memories of Kakadu for you, including Ubirr, Bowali Visitor Centre, Border Store, East Alligator and so much more. Arrive in Darwin at approximately 5:00pm.

Note: Itinerary may change without notice due to weather conditions or operational reasons.

Further Information

Katherine Accommodation

Budget / Safari Accommodation: Springvale Homestead - Situated 7kms from Katherine township on the banks of the Katherine River, Springvale Homestead was built in the 1880's and is the oldest standing Homestead in the Northern Territory. Springvale Homestead offers travellers a shady parkland environment, featuring grassed caravan and camping sites, budget motel accommodation, a licensed bistro and kiosk, swimming pool and children's waterslide. Relax, wander the picturesque grounds with wallabies roaming freely and take in the beauty of the original Homestead

Best Western Pine Tree Motel: Katherine 3.5*  Offers Quality service and comfortable rooms nestled right in the centre of town

Kakadu Accommodation

Budget / Safari Camp: The Safari Camp eco tents are free standing with a raised timber floor, comfortable single beds, linen, blankets, pillows, solar lights, fans and torches are supplied. A camp kitchen is equipped to cater for everyones needs. We highly recommend staying at the camp during the months of May to September as temperatures are very pleasant. Toilet facility is available on site. Showers are located at Gagudju Lodge just a short distance from our Safari Camp. Please have your toiletries easily accessible in your day pack including your towel while in Kakadu.

Motel Accommodation: Gagudju Lodge Cooinda

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