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Experience the best of tropical summer in both Litchfield and Kakadu National Parks as part of a small dedicated group – MAX of 10 guests! There could be a chance to swim safely in waterfalls and creeks of the Top End (subject to weather conditions). Gain a deep understanding of the natural and indigenous heritage of the region. Enjoy first hand experiences being up close and personal with some of the wildlife of the NT on board a specialist wildlife cruise Guided by Qualified, accredited Australian guides with lived experience!
Not Included - Park Passes and some catering.
DAY ONE:
DEPARTS: 06:00am (From Darwin)
Darwin to Litchfield & Kakadu National Park
- Begin your 2-day tropical adventure with a convenient 6 am pickup from the front of your accommodation. From that point forward you are on Top End Time and at the complete mercy of mother nature.
- Our playground / classroom today is Litchfield National Park. Sporting a variety of walks, swims spots, unique wildlife and wonderous views we are going to deep dive into it all. Key beauties such as Wangi Falls, Florence Falls, Tolmer Falls!
- Try some seasonal bush foods of the non-toxic variety and learn of the uses of many more. Having sampled the gems of Litchfield it is time to journey through the the gold fields of the Top End to access Kakadu from the south.
- Arriving in Kakadu National Park late in the afternoon at the oasis of Cooinda, spend some time getting settled into your accommodation before enjoying a relaxing beverage and a swim in the expansive resort pool.
- Accommodation tonight will be in the Cooinda Lodge Rooms – fully airconditioned / ensuite Dinner – dine at Mimis Restaurant at the lodge (not included)
Catering included – Morning tea, Lunch
Itinerary Locations & Activities - Litchfield National Park Florence Falls / Buley Rockhole Tolmer Falls Termite Mounds Wangi Falls Possibility of swimming and short hikes.
DAY TWO:
Kakadu National Park to Darwin
- Board the award winning Yellow Waters Sunrise Wetland Cruise for 2 hours of immersion in the wildlife and environments of the Top End. Home to all the must see aquatic and avian fauna. Crocodiles will be swimming next to you. Birds will be going about their day and you will be amongst it all.
- Breakfast banquet can be sourced from the inhouse restaurant (Mimis). Take in the aroma of fresh coffee and the varied offerings provided at your leisure.
- Time to visit Warradjan Culture Centre. Shaped like the rare ‘Pig Nosed Turtle’ it is a storehouse for an eclectic array of indigenous culture tools, information and insights.
- Venture out into the wild to actually walk amongst the rich collection of art which adorns the rock walls of Burrungkuy (Nourlangie). Here we will see great examples of the various styles and stories painted by people of the region as well as a record of changing environment and human endeavour stretching back over 10,000 years.
- Having been awed you will then have the choice of getting above it all in a light air craft scenic flight (optional extra).
Expect to get back to Darwin around 7 pm.
Darwin
Kakadu Hwy, Kakadu, NT, 0886, Australia
Cooinda, Kakadu National Park, Australia
ETHICAL ADVENTURES:
This tour requires a minimum of 4 to proceed. If in the event the minimum numbers are not achieved a full refund will be issued. The cut-off date for booking this tour is 7 days in advance of the departure date. It will be at that point that the decision to run the tour will be made and all monies to be finalised.
TOURISM TOP END:
AMENDMENTS: An amendment fee of $25.00 will be charged per itinerary change.
CANCELLATIONS: Cancellation of bookings will incur a 12.5% administration fee calculated on the total booking cost. Operator cancellation fees are in addition to Tourism Top End's cancellation fee.
INSURANCE: Customers may wish to consider purchasing appropriate travel insurance to cover cancellation and amendment fees.
CREDIT CARD FEES: Credit card fees are not refundable.
REFUNDS: If you are entitled to a refund, it will be processed as quickly as possible. This is generally within 14 days, however, in some circumstances, it may take longer.
