Central Australia Tarot Guided Tour With Linda Marson 14th-20th April 2010
Day 1: Arrive in Darwin
Upon arrival join your shuttle transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is free to explore Darwin.
Overnight: Travelodge Mirambeena
Day 2: Darwin to Kakadu
We leave Darwin at about 7am and drive 120km to the Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve, a wonderful wildlife sanctuary. Our next appointment is with the largest congregation of saltwater crocodiles in the world...the famous Mary River. Here we get a close up of these ancient animals in their natural surrounds -be ready for a Jurassic Park experience on our 2hr boat cruise! Next we head to Ubirr, passing the natural escarpment areas that define Kakadu as a double World Heritage area, The Ubirr rock art sites are second to none in the world - a wonderful opportunity to learn about ancient Aboriginal culture. The 360 degree view over Kakadu and the Arnhem Land escarpments makes a spectacular backdrop to the setting sun.
Overnight: Kakadu Campsite or Aurora Kakadu Resort (B/L/D)
Day 3: Kakadu
Today we visit the spectacular scenery and Aboriginal rock art of Nourlangie Rock. This particular part of the park offers an array of billabongs and bird life, walks and water falls in an easy yet venemous environment.
Overnight: Kakadu Campsite or Gagudju Lodge Cooinda (B/L/D)
Day 4: Kakadu to Katherine
This morning our Aboriginal guide takes us into Jawoyn country and the southern end of Kakadu with its large waterfalls. We learn about creation ancestors and how it can be scientifically proven that they really do exist. After lunch, we travel south out of the park into the historic mining area of Pine Creek. On the way to Katherine, we stop in at Edith Falls for a refreshing swim.
Overnight: Springvale Campsite or Hotel All Seasons (B/L/D)
Day 5: Katherine
Up at 6am for a special bacon and egg breaky, followed by a 20min drive to Nitmiluk National Park. Here we have the option of a 4hr paddle up the gorge in two-man canoes, or a gentle boat ride through the first two gorges. The waters are clear, cool and safe for swimming. After lunch we can check out the township of Katherine and perhaps a swim in the thermal springs.
Overnight: Springvale Campsite or Hotel All Seasons (B/L/D) Day 6: Nitmiluk to Litchfield
Today we make our way to Litchfield National Park just south of Darwin, where waterfalls cascade from the sandstone plateau of Tabletop Range and create beautiful pools and pockets of rainforests. These features combine to provide a special paradise for us to enjoy. Highlights of our visit to the Park include the giant termite mounds, Florence Falls and Buley rock hole.
Overnight: Mt Bundy Campsite or Caravillage in Batchelor (B/L/D) Day 7 Litchfield to Darwin
Our last day will incorporate more of Litchfield National Park, including Tolmer and Wangi Falls and a dip at the famous Berry Springs just a short way from Darwin, where we arrive late afternoon in time for a glorious sunset over Darwin Harbour. (B/L)
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