Description

6-Day Alice Springs to Darwin including Uluru Safari (09/10)
Tour price: AUD 895 + park entry fee
: AUD 715 (Child)

Tour code: PB1M

Tour departs: 6:30 am (Alice Springs)
April 1 - June 27: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat
June 28 - July 28: Daily
July 29 - September 29: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat
September 30 - March 31: Mon, Thu, Sat

Max people: 24

Itinerary:

Day 1: Alice Springs to Kata Tjuta & Uluru
Kick off your adventure on top of a camel! Our first stop is the Outback Camel Farm where you can choose to ride atop one of these desert giants (at own expense). From here it's off to Uluru (Ayers Rock), and a bite to eat. Kata Tjuta will fascinate you, and you will discover some of the secrets of this ancient landform on the Valley of the Winds hike. You'll be mesmerized as the desert sun sets over Uluru, and as the night grows darker, curl up in your swag (Aussie bedroll) under millions of stars. (LD)

Day 2: Uluru to Kings Canyon
It's an early start this morning, but you'll be rewarded with a glorious Uluru sunrise. Stretch your legs with a walk around Uluru's base (unguided), or climb to the top if you choose. You'll deepen your understanding of the land and its stories at the Cultural Centre. After lunch we travel to our permanent campsite at Kings Canyon. You'll fall asleep contented with a delicious camp oven dinner filling your stomach. (BLD)

Day 3: Kings Canyon to Alice Springs
Get your hiking shoes on today as we head out to explore the impressive formations which make up Kings Canyon. You'll be left breathless by the sheer beauty of the canyon as we trek through the Amphitheatre, the Lost City, the lush and ancient Garden of Eden and the North and South Walls. Lunch is a welcome prospect, before we make our way back to Alice Springs. (BL) Overnight dorm accommodation is included.

Day 4: Alice Springs to Banka Banka
We pass by the Tropic of Capricorn then stop at the Barrow Creek Pub. Learn about the early struggles of bush telecommunications at Barrow Creek's historic Telegraph Station it'll make your mobile phone seem like the space age! Precariously balanced on their rocky perch are the Devils Marbles, a site sacred to its traditional owners. Last stop for today is our camp at Banka Banka Cattle Station and if the weather's good, you can take a dip in the pretty waterhole. (LD)

Day 5: Banka Banka to Katherine Gorge
No visit to the Top End would be complete without a visit to the famed Daly Waters pub, a quintessential outback roadhouse and 'watering hole' for travelers from far and wide. The tiny town is also home to Australia's first international airport (but you wouldn't guess it!). Mataranka lies in the heart of the 'never-never', and you'll feel a million miles from anywhere as you soak in the steamy thermal springs. As the day draws to a close, we reach our overnight camp at stunning Katherine Gorge. (BLD)

Day 6: Katherine Gorge to Darwin
The gorge is all yours this morning, with a half day to spend canoeing or cruising (at own expense & seasonal) the spectacular waters. Want to see more? Jump aboard a helicopter flight (at own expense) which will take you high above the vast gorge system. We'll head to Darwin after a stop at idyllic Edith Falls. (BL)

Bring:
Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), hat & sunscreen, towel & toiletries, warm clothing in winter, water bottle, torch, insect repellent, camera & film, pillow, sleeping bag (can be hired for AUD15)

Included:
Experienced tour guides, meals as indicated, accommodation transfers, 4 nights camping including fees & equipment and one nights dorm accommodation in Alice Springs.

Note:
* Itineraries may vary and/or attractions be substituted due to seasonal conditions, weather extremes, Traditional Owner and national park requirements.
* Package is made up of two individual tours; therefore you may travel with a different guide and passengers during each section
* Uluru National Park fee of AUD25 is payable on the morning of departure
* Safaris must be reconfirmed by 4pm the day before travel.
* Luggage limit of 15kg.

Highlights

* Uluru (Ayers Rock)
* Kata Tjuta (Olgas)
* Kings Canyon
* Devils Marbles
* Tennant Creek
* Daly Waters
* Mataranka Springs
* Katherine Gorge

Travel Types

• Camping
• Hiking
• Safari
• Tours

Cost in US$:

from AUD 895

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Adventure Tours Australia's Mission Statement

Adventure Tours Australia is an award winning company specialising in small group nature-based tours for the active traveller. An extensive range of tours are available exploring the highlights and hidden delights of the Northern Territory, South Australia, Tasmania, Western Australia, Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland. The tours have an emphasis on the unique scenery, wildlife and Aboriginal culture of each area. Most tours are camping and accommodated safaris catering for budget travellers as well as private charters and deluxe 'Safari in Style' tours in the Northern Territory. Tours range from 1 to 18 days with regular guaranteed departures. Many tours have been conveniently combined into tour packages for those wanting an extended value for money travel options