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1. Tag: Darwin

Arrive at any time. The adventure begins tonight. Feel free to explore before your welcome meeting, but make sure you’re back in time to meet.

2. Tag: Darwin - Litchfield Nationalpark

Set off early from Darwin and head to Litchfield National Park. Hike trails to see the Buley Rockhole and Florence Falls. Bring a bathing suit to take a quick dip to cool off. Head to the Buley Rockhole, past forests of Eucalyptus trees, and marvel at the magnetic termite mounds, aligned in a north-south direction. Visit the Florence Falls, the Buley Rockhole and see the spectacular giant termite mounds. Later, go on a wetland nature cruise to try and spot crocs. Enjoy a scenic cruise on the Corroboree Billabong. Learn about the wetlands and their inhabitants from 30 species of birds to the infamous crocodiles. This area is home to the largest concentration of saltwater crocodiles in the world. Bring your camera, insect repellent and get ready for a thrill. Stretch out in a swag (padded canvas bedroll) and sleep under the stars.

The itinerary for this day varies depending on seasonal/weekly weather. We will visit slightly different attractions depending on the weather conditions. In the event we are unable to camp, we will spend the night in alternative, multi-share accommodations

Enthaltene Aktivitäten:
Litchfield National Park Visit
Crocodile-Spotting Boat Cruise

3. Tag: Litchfield Nationalpark - Kakadu National Park

Explore the waterfalls, swimming holes and trails of Kakadu National Park—a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Embark early on a full day of exploring. Travel to our overnight camp near Kakadu NP, where swags or tents await.Ubirr is home to one of Kakadu's most famous rock art galleries. See rock paintings depicting fish, turtles and other local wildlife created by Aborigine ancestors thousands of years ago. The view from Ubirr is incredible and you might recognize this spot from the film "Crocodile Dundee." Visit Gunlom Falls and the large natural swimming pool at their base. Follow a short but steep path to the top of the falls to find more pools to swim in. From up top, take in the amazing, sweeping views over southern Kakadu. Due to weather conditions, Gunlom Falls is only accessible during the dry season (April to Oct). End the day with a group barbecue.

Optional Activities:
Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre Visit
See different artifacts and learn about the history of the Aboriginals in the region at the cultural centre within Kakadu NP. Take time to shop for local, authentic Aboriginal products before leaving.

Bowali Visitor Centre Visit
Named after the Bowali Creek that runs through Kakadu NP, the visitor centre highlights some of the different sights and animals we may come across while exploring the park.

Enthaltene Aktivitäten:
Ubirr Rock Art
Gunlom Falls Visit

4. Tag: Kakadu Nationalpark - Katherine Gorge

Spend the morning exploring Kakadu NP. Finish the day with a drive to beautiful Katherine Gorge, stopping at Edith Falls on the way.

5. Tag: Katherine Gorge - Darwin

Enjoy a free morning. Opt to walk the stunning Katherine Gorge or get adventurous with a flat-bottomed boat or helicopter flight over the gorge. Travel back to Darwin.

Optional Activities:
Katherine Gorge Walk
Free. Take a short self-guided walk along Katherine Gorge to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the area. Stop at the Nitmiluk Visitor Centre learn more about the cultural and spiritual significance of the area for the Jawoyn.

Helicopter Flight
104-226AUD per person. Enjoy a bird's eye view of Katherine Gorge with an optional helicopter flight.

Katherine Gorge Flat-Bottomed Boat Ride
89AUD per person. Hop aboard a flat-bottomed boat and enjoy the view from Katherine River. With cliffs on either side of the river (try and spot the Aboriginal rock art paintings) and freshwater and and saltwater crocodiles along the banks and in the water (depends on the season which one!), there's something to see wherever you look.

6. Tag: Darwin - Alice Springs

Board a flight to Alice Springs for the next leg of your journey.

Optional Activities.
Optional Welcome Meeting for Travellers on Combos
You may be a seasoned pro at group travel by now, but there will likely be some new travellers joining the group. Sit in on the welcome meeting to meet the newest members of your group and learn about the next leg of your tour.

Alice Springs Desert Park
25-40AUD per person: Get a glimpse of authentic Aussie flora and fauna at the Alice Springs Desert Park. This open-air park highlights the creatures of the Outback in re-created natural habitats. If you've been itching to spot some rare and elusive wildlife, like the bilby, now's your chance!

Alice Springs Hot Air Ballooning
305AUD per person: Book an early morning hot air balloon flight and see the Outback from a perspective like no other.

Royal Flying Doctors Service Museum Visit
16AUD per person: Learn all about the Royal Flying Doctor Service and its role in the lives of Australians. Find a replica of the 1920s bush planes first used by the service, and uncover the stories of pilots, engineers, doctors and nurses who brought much-needed medical care to people who live in remote inland communities.

7. Tag: Alice Springs

Enjoy a free day to relax and explore Alice Springs.

Optional Activities:
Optional Welcome Meeting for Travellers on Combos
You may be a seasoned pro at group travel by now, but there will likely be some new travellers joining the group. Sit in on the welcome meeting to meet the newest members of your group and learn about the next leg of your tour.

Alice Springs Desert Park
25-40AUD per person. Get a glimpse of authentic Aussie flora and fauna at the Alice Springs Desert Park. This open-air park highlights the creatures of the Outback in re-created natural habitats. If you've been itching to spot some rare and elusive wildlife, like the bilby, now's your chance!

Alice Springs Hot Air Ballooning
305AUD per person. Book an early morning hot air balloon flight and see the Outback from a perspective like no other.

Royal Flying Doctors Service Museum Visit
16AUD per person. Learn all about the Royal Flying Doctor Service and its role in the lives of Australians. Find a replica of the 1920s bush planes first used by the service, and uncover the stories of pilots, engineers, doctors and nurses who brought much-needed medical care to people who live in remote inland communities.

8. Tag: Alice Springs - Kings Creek

Depart early for the Red Centre. Travel to Kings Canyon and embark on an optional walk, weather permitting, through the gorges and valleys of Watarrka National Park.
Continue on to the Yulara campground for the night.

From late October - early March, if the temperature is forecasted to be 35°C or above we will be following the summer itinerary and visiting the West MacDonnell Ranges instead of Kings Canyon.

9. Tag: Kings Creek - Uluru

Enjoy a morning walk through the gorges and valleys of Kings Canyon. Hike through beautiful Kings Canyon in Watarrka National Park on this walk that visits the natural amphitheatre, the north and south walls, and the Garden of Eden. Drive to Uluru, where Australia's most iconic view awaits. Enjoy a glass of bubbly, and watch the setting sun transform Uluru into a glowing monolith bathed in deep reds and oranges. Capture the moment with your camera but also take a moment to soak in the serenity of the scene just with your own eyes. Magic! Experience the colourful sunset at Uluru while enjoying a glass of bubbly.

Enthaltene Aktivitäten:
Kings Canyon Hike
Uluru at Sunset

10. Tag: Uluru

Visit an Aboriginal culture centre and enjoy the informative Mala Walk at Uluru. Walk along the northwest side of Uluru with your CEO to learn about the history of the area, stories of the Anangu people and these awe-inspiring uplifted sandstone rock formations. Camp under the stars of the night sky—the only way to really experience the Outback.

Visit the Aboriginal Cultural Centre to get a better understanding of the area before embarking on the Mala Walk around part of the base of Uluru (Ayers Rock). Learn the significance behind this iconic destination for the local people. Learn about the Aboriginal Australian culture in the area to get a better perspective of the history, beliefs and present-day life of the Anangu people. Discover the wild world of bush tucker (indigenous food), find out which plants are used in bush medicine, and hear creation stories.

Optional Activities:
Uluru Helicopter Flight
150-285AUD per person. See some of the highlights of the red centre from a bird's-eye view. Take to the air and choose between a 15-minute loop around Uluru, or opt to also see Kata Tjuta on a 25-minute flight.

Outback Astronomy Tour
52AUD per person. Enjoy a tour of the night sky, learning how Aboriginals used the stars for mythology and seasonal predictions while getting a chance to stargaze through telescopes and binoculars. The Outback is one of the best places to stargaze, with low humidity and surrounding light - take a peek and see whats out there!

Enthaltene Aktivitäten:
Aboriginal Cultural Centre Visit
Uluru Mala Walk

11. Tag: Uluru - Alice Springs

Discover more of the Red Centre with a hike through the beautiful Valley of the Winds in Kata Tjuta, before travelling on to Alice Springs. Walk through the Valley of the Winds to explore the beautiful, red, domed rocks that comprise the site. Visit two separate lookouts for great views over the area. Travel to the rock formations of Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) and, temperature permitting, walk through the Valley of the Winds to explore the surrounding area before continuing onto Alice Springs.

Enthaltene Aktivitäten:
Valley of the Winds Walk

12. Tag: Alice Springs - Adelaide

Board your flight for Adelaide, capital of South Australia and renowned for its churches and gardens. Free time this afternoon to explore the city, before heading out for the final night with your group.

13. Tag: Adelaide

Depart at any time. Want one final adventure before heading home? Spend an extra day in Adelaide and add the 'Dolphin Swim and Cruise' extra to your tour. Head out in search of wild dolphins, before hopping into the water and going for a swim as they play around you. Available mid-Sept to May.

Please note: If booking this extra, a post-night in Adelaide is highly recommended as this activity will be on the final day of your tour.

Optional Activities:
Dolphin Swim and Cruise
120-130AUD per person. There are very few places in the world that you can swim with dolphins in the wild, so don’t miss the opportunity to get close to these majestic creatures. Watch them interact and play around you while you swim in their natural habitat. Available mid-Sept to late-April.