Accommodation

9 nights accommodation in 3-4 star hotels & motels Properties include: Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront, Darwin Cooinda Lodge, Kakadu National Park Contour Hotel, Katherine Litchfield Outback Resort, Batchelor Hotels listed are an indication and are subject to change without notice.

Transport

All touring in air-conditioned vehicles National Park Pass

Meals

9 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 5 dinners, including group welcome and farewell dinners

Others

Sightseeing City tour of Darwin, including the Museum & Art Gallery of NT, WWII Oil Storage Tunnels and the Royal Flying Doctor Service facility Tour the Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve Stay 3 nights in the heart of iconic Kakadu National Park Tour Kakadu’s Burrungkuy (Nourlangie) region Sail the East Alligator River on the Guluyambi Cultural Cruise View the Ubirr Aboriginal Rock Art Walk to Nadab Lookout to witness the spectacular view over Arnhem Land Visit the Warradjan Cultural Centre Cruise the Ngurrungurrudjba (Yellow Water) Billabong at sunset Dip in the pools of Leliyn (Edith Falls) in Nitmiluk (Katherine) National Park Drift through the Three gorges of Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge Visit Tom Curtain’s Katherine Outback Experience, for an insight into life on a sheep and cattle farm Take a short walk at Litchfield’s well-known Wangi Falls and visit Tolmer Falls Tour the staggering Magnetic Termite Mounds Enjoy the natural beauty of Karrimurra (Florence Falls) Walk through the monsoon forest of Berry Springs Nature Park and even enjoy a swim at the waterhole

Guide

Escorted by a Bunnik Tours representative English-speaking driver guide

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Optional

OPTIONAL EXCURSION Kakadu Scenic Flight - Enjoy extraordinary aerial views of Kakadu National Park on an incredible scenic flight. To avoid disappointment, it is strongly recommended to pre-book this optional prior to travel. Passenger’s weight must be advised at time of booking. (60 minutes - $250pp)

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Day 1 Arrive Darwin
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Arrive Darwin

Darwin, the tropical capital of the top end will surprise you. Its modern metropolis is bustling with decadent eateries, recreational lagoons and captivating museums, while still maintaining its cultural connection with its traditional owners, the Larrakia people.

This evening at 6:00pm, we meet our fellow travellers at our hotel for a welcome dinner.
Day 2 Darwin
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Darwin

Get acquainted with this historic city on an orientation tour, beginning at Darwin’s scenic waterfront area, we visit the WWII Oil Storage Tunnels. Construction of the tunnel network commenced in 1942 following Japanese air-raids, however upon completion, they were never used for their original purpose of protecting oil. Eventually the tunnels were later utilised to store jet fuel for a short period in the 1950s during conflict with Indonesia.

We’ll continue to the Museum & Art Gallery of Northern Territory. The museum exhibits an impressive collection of old and new art pieces and don’t miss their resident saltwater crocodile, Sweetheart, believed to have been over 50 years old when he passed. Our last stop is the Royal Flying Doctor Service facility located on Darwin’s Stokes Hill Wharf, which houses interactive displays bringing the RFDS’s history of aero medical operations to life.

Our afternoon is at leisure to further explore Darwin’s sights at our own pace, or head back to the hotel for a relax by the pool.
Day 3 Darwin - Kakadu
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Darwin - Kakadu

The expansive and rugged Kakadu National Park is our destination today. Home to the oldest civilisation and breathtaking natural beauty, we’ll immerse ourselves in the cultural history overflowing in this region.

On our way, we’ll stop at the Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve, a wetland haven for an incredibly rich diversity of birdlife. Originally constructed during the 1950’s to provide irrigation for the Humpty Doo Rice Project, the Fogg Dam was converted to a protected area soon after completion, to provide refuge for local wildlife during the dry season.

As we arrive in the national park, we’ll gain an understanding of Aboriginal life through the years, as we explore the Burrungkuy (Nourlangie) region. Take the trails and uncover the World Heritage-listed Rock Art of the Anbangbang gallery and shelter, portraying various painting styles and imagery from European sailing ships to Namarrkon, the famous ‘lightning man’. We then head to the Nawurlandja Lookout, where we’ll be presented with panoramic views over the Arnhem Land escarpment, Burrungkuy (Nourlangie) rock and the Anbangbang Billabong.
Day 4 Kakadu
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Kakadu

Today we’ll venture to the north-eastern reaches of Kakadu National Park, where we’ll embark on a Guluyambi Cultural Cruise.

SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

Cruise the East Alligator River with an Aboriginal guide to gain insight into the river’s cultural significance, abundant food chain, and bush survival skills before disembarking on the Arnhem Land side of the river for a hunting demonstration.

Later, we’ll marvel at the ancient Aboriginal Rock Art in Ubirr, one of Kakadu’s most significant sites, depicting fascinating stories and illustrating vital food animals. We’ll hike to nearby Nadab Lookout, taking in the incredible vistas over Arnhem Land.
Day 5 Kakadu
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Kakadu

We’ll enjoy a relaxing morning at leisure.

In the afternoon, we’ll visit the nearby Warradjan Cultural Centre. This facility provides a fascinating insight into Bininj culture and history, through its impressive exhibition of Aboriginal artwork and interpretive displays.

A special evening awaits, as we cruise Ngurrungurrudjba (Yellow Water) Billabong. As the sun slowly sets, we can sit back and take in the abundance of birdlife that frequent the wetlands. Be on the look out for the saltwater crocodile and possibly a buffalo or two, who call this region home.

OPTIONAL EXCURSION

Kakadu Scenic Flight - Enjoy extraordinary aerial views of Kakadu National Park on an incredible scenic flight. To avoid disappointment, it is strongly recommended to pre-book this optional prior to travel. Passenger’s weight must be advised at time of booking. (60 minutes - $250pp)
Day 6 Kakadu – Leliyn (Edith Falls) – Katherine
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Kakadu – Leliyn (Edith Falls) – Katherine

We bid farewell to Kakadu today as we head south to the stunning region of Katherine – home to the majestic Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge. A steep and rocky bushwalk will be worth the effort once we arrive at the mesmerising Leliyn (Edith Falls). Step amongst the smooth boulders, dotted between the water pools; the perfect spot for a rejuvenating swim.

Later, we’ll check in to our hotel for a well-earned, relaxing evening at leisure.
Day 7 Katherine – Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge – Katherine
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Katherine – Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge – Katherine

Make sure your camera batteries are charged up for today, as we give our legs a rest for this tranquil, special experience!

SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

Cruise the breathtaking gorges of Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge with expert guides who share the meaning of ancient Aboriginal Rock Art, dating back 8-10 thousand years.

Enjoy the opportunity to swim in the beautiful waters of the gorge, an experience which you’ll never forget!

We have an exciting and interactive afternoon ahead as we witness Tom Curtain’s fantastic Katherine Outback Experience. Watch in awe as Tom and his team attempt to train and ride young, sometimes wild horses, along with providing an insight into how they condition their working dogs to muster sheep and cattle. Life on the farm should always end with some live Australian country music and who better to perform it than two-time Golden Guitar winner and our new favourite horseman, Tom Curtain.
Day 8 Katherine – Litchfield National Park - Batchelor
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Katherine – Litchfield National Park - Batchelor

Today we make our way to Litchfield National Park, where our touring over the next two days includes visits to a number of scenically stunning waters, surrounded by monsoonal rainforest.

After lunch we’ll venture inside the park, to some of the best photo spots on earth and enjoy a refreshing dip in one of the natural plunge pools.

SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

Take a short walk to the pristine Wangi Falls, then continue to the towering Tolmer Falls.

We will arrive at our accommodation in the evening, in time for dinner.
Day 9 Batchelor – Litchfield National Park - Darwin
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Batchelor – Litchfield National Park - Darwin

More natural wonders await us today in Litchfield National Park, as we enjoy an interpretive guided walk. We will view the pristine waters of the iconic Karrimurra (Florence Falls), before discovering the truly unique Magnetic Termite Mounds that have to be seen to be believed, some of which reach up to a staggering 4-metres-tall!

As we farewell Litchfield, we make our way back to Darwin, stopping enroute to visit the Berry Springs Nature Park. We’ll have some free time to explore this little-known gem, which once formed part of a rest and recreation camp for armed forces during WWII. Enjoy one last swimming opportunity in the park’s pristine waterhole, or take one of the walking trails through the surrounding monsoon rainforest and woodlands.

Tonight, we’ll meet for a delicious farewell dinner.
Day 10 Depart Darwin
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Depart Darwin

Our tour concludes after breakfast this morning. We bid farewell to our new friends and to the diverse and wonderful top end of Australia.

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Arrive Darwin

Darwin

Darwin - Kakadu

Kakadu

Kakadu

Kakadu – Leliyn (Edith Falls) – Katherine

Katherine – Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge – Katherine

Katherine – Litchfield National Park - Batchelor

Batchelor – Litchfield National Park - Darwin

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