Kakadu tours in the Northern Territory
| country: | Australia | ||||
| location: | Kakadu National Park | ||||
| departures: | 2010: 5 Apr, 12 Apr, 19 Apr, 26 Apr, 3 May, 10 May, 17 May, 24 May, 31 May, 7 Jun, 14 Jun, 21 Jun, 28 Jun, 5 Jul, 12 Jul, 19 Jul, 26 Jul, 2 Aug, 9 Aug, 16 Aug, 23 Aug, 30 Aug, 6 Sep, 13 Sep, 20 Sep, 27 Sep, 4 Oct, 11 Oct | ||||
| price: | From AU $2,173 (5 days) excluding flights
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| vouchers: | Gift vouchers can be used with this holiday |
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introduction to Kakadu tours in the Northern Territory
Kakadu tours in the Northern Territories
This first class safari is a most comprehensive tour of the world heritage listed Kakadu National Park.
Kakadu covers an area of almost 20,000 square kilometres. Such a large national park needs more than just a couple of days to explore. Even with a 5 day visit much of the park will go undiscovered.
Our Kakadu tour in the Northern Territories is much more than a sight seeing tour, it is an experience of the cultural landscape known as Kakadu National Park. This safari visits the restricted access areas of Koolpin Gorge, accessible by special permit only, limited to ten people per day. Tours are guided by our experienced professional guides with major emphasis on interpretation of the ecology, Aboriginal rock art as well as just plain having fun.
This first class safari is a most comprehensive tour of the world heritage listed Kakadu National Park.
Kakadu covers an area of almost 20,000 square kilometres. Such a large national park needs more than just a couple of days to explore. Even with a 5 day visit much of the park will go undiscovered.
Our Kakadu tour in the Northern Territories is much more than a sight seeing tour, it is an experience of the cultural landscape known as Kakadu National Park. This safari visits the restricted access areas of Koolpin Gorge, accessible by special permit only, limited to ten people per day. Tours are guided by our experienced professional guides with major emphasis on interpretation of the ecology, Aboriginal rock art as well as just plain having fun.
day-by-day itinerary
| Day 1: | Travel south from Darwin to Adelaide River, where we can visit the tranquil Adelaide River War Cemetery. Continuing south we travel to Pine Creek, and then turn east toward Kakadu. From the park boundary it’s not far to our camp at Gunlom. Here we can swim, explore the forest or climb to the top of the escarpment for a magnificent view of the surrounding country. |
| Day 2: | This morning we travel to Koolpin Gorge (Jarrangbarnmi), where you'll have the entire day to explore this area, photograph its grandeur, swim in the crystal clear pools or just relax on the sandy banks of the creek. |
| Day 3: | We break camp and travel northwards to Barramundi Gorge (Maguk), on the Arnhem Escarpment, Continuing north we travel to Murdudjurl where we will meet Mandy Muir, a traditional Murumburr woman. Here we also have the opportunity to weave jewelry or play the didgeridoo. |
| Day 4: | Today we travel to Jim Jim Falls and Twin Falls, where we can explore the gorge at the base of the tallest cascade in the Territory. |
| Day 5: | An early morning rise to embark on a sunrise cruise on the world renowned Yellow Water wetlands. Here you will have a chance to see the abundant birdlife and perhaps, the awesome saltwater crocodile. We then travel east and pay a visit to the Bowali Visitor Centre. Heading across the Jabiluka floodplains to Ubirr we view Aboriginal rock art spanning some 23,000 years of seasonal occupation. The view from the top of the rock across the floodplains to the north and west and of the Arnhem Escarpment in the east is magnificent. |
small group adventure holiday
Typically you will be sharing your experiences with between 4-20 like minded travellers (depending on the trip, operator and how many others are booked on the trip) and you'll have a group leader with you. Whether you are travelling alone or with friends its good value, and a great way to meet new people! While itineraries are pre-planned there is some flexibility and you'll have plenty of privacy. This trip will appeal to travellers of all ages who enjoy meeting new people as well as seeing new places. how this holiday makes a difference
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Environment
All accommodation is in camp sites are located in Kakadu National Park. Each camping area is serviced with solar heated showers. The private areas used within the public campgrounds have been leased and the income is fed back into the National Park. Kakadu is jointly managed under the direction of a Board of Management, which has an Aboriginal majority representing the traditional owners. Through being Advanced Ecotourism Accredited the company shows their continual commitment to the environment they work in and sustainability. They use a mix of local and Aboriginal guides that reveal their commitment in preserving the Aboriginal Culture through raising awareness and sharing of knowledge. Being Ecotourism Australia accredited means that they are providing tourism in a natural area that offers interesting ways to learn about the environment that uses resources wisely, contributes to the conservation of the environment and helps local communities. Evidence of this is provided throughout the accreditation process. Community The company is based in Darwin and operate throughout this northern region of Australia. The guides are all people who live locally. Particularly Mandy Muir, a traditional Murumburr woman who provides guiding on Day 3 of the tour. Mandy Muir is a descendant of the Murumburr clan Umbukarla language. She grew up in Kakadu National Park, her grandfather's country. She also has an affiliation to the Yanyuwa people of the Borroloola area, the Wardaman people of the Katherine area, and the Marrin people of the Liverpool River in Arnhem Land. Though using Aboriginal guides not only gives them the opportunity to share their knowledge and culture, this provides income and employment for the community. Our camp hosts are there to provide healthy delicious meals cooked in camp ovens and in the open fire. Enjoy meals all locally sourced such as Barramundi, Roast Lamb and Steak, damper and sticky date pudding. You will be amazed at what the hosts can do with their bush facilities. |
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