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6 DAY

DARWIN TO ALICE SPRINGS ADVENTURE TOUR

This Wayoutback 6 day adventure tour offers a value for money Northern Territory experience. Experience a camping Darwin to Alice Springs tour through Kakadu and Litchfield National Parks over 3 days and 2 nights, spend a night in Darwin soaking up the atmosphere before travelling down 'The Track' visiting the icons of Nitmiluk National Park (Katherine Gorge) Mataranka and Kurlu Kurlu (Devils Marbles).

 

Have a beer at the Daly Waters Pub and finish in Alice Springs, the heart of Australia where Indigenous art galleries, a cool vibe and history abounds. 

 

We also offer a tour travelling in the opposite direction, a 7 day Alice Springs to Darwin Tour. Click here to find out more.

6 DAY

Darwin to Alice Springs Adventure Tour

TOUR CODE

6 DAY

Darwin to Alice Springs Adventure Tour

$1,100 AUD

Darwin

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  • Tour Departs

    Darwin, Pick-up from select accommodation at 7am

  • Tour Finishes

    Alice Springs, Day 6, 5:30pm

  • Tour Style

    Tour Style

    Budget Adventure

  • Transportation Style

    Transportation Style

    Minibus and 4WD

  • Tour Type

    Tour Type

    18 - 40 Recommenced

  • Accommodation Style

    Accommodation Style

    Camping & Hostels

  • Meals Included

    5 Breakfast - 6 Lunch - 5 Dinner

  • Tour Inclusions

    Professional guide, travel in an air-conditioned 4WD (Day 1-3) and air-conditioned minibus (Day 4-6), Crocodile and Wildlife cruise, all meals (as listed on itineraries), drinking water (please provide your own bottle) camping equipment including basic tents with mattress day 1-3 and swags days 4-6 and National Park entry fees.

PRICING & DEPARTURES

Days of Week Fare Type Price

1 November 2019 - 31 March 2020
Wednesday Dorm / Camping AUD $1,100
Twin / Camping AUD $1,150
Single / Camping AUD $1,200

1 April 2020 - 30 April 2020
Wednesday Dorm / Camping AUD $1,100
Twin / Camping AUD $1,150
Single / Camping AUD $1,200

1 May 2020 - 31 October 2020
Wednesday, Saturday Dorm / Camping AUD $1,100
Twin / Camping AUD $1,150
Single / Camping AUD $1,200

1 November 2020 - 31 March 2021
Wednesday Dorm / Camping AUD $1,100
Twin / Camping AUD $1,150
Single / Camping AUD $1,200
Tour Itinerary
DAY
1
2
3
4
5
6
DAILY HIGHLIGHTS
  • Crocodile and Wildlife cruise
  • Bowali Visitor Centre
  • Ubirrart site
  • Twin Falls
  • Jim Jim Falls
  • Termite mounds
  • Florence Falls
  • Wangi Falls
  • Buley Rockhole
  • Nitmiluk (Katherine Gorge) National Park 
  • Mataranka Thermal Pools
  • Daly Waters Pub
  • Banka Cattle Station
  • Devils Marbles (Karlu Karlu)
  • Tropic of Capricorn
Day 1 - Darwin to Cooinda

You will be collected from your Darwin accommodation at approximately 6.30am where our Top End adventure begins as we travel to the Mary River Wetlands for our cruise. This region is home to over 250 bird species and has the highest concentration of saltwater crocodiles in the Southern Hemisphere. Search for the mighty crocs who rule this waterway along with buffalo, birds and other wildlife. Our entrance to Kakadu National Park is at the South Alligator River, a picturesque location for a picnic lunch. There’s the opportunity to purchase Aboriginal arts and crafts at the Bowali Visitor Centre before our late afternoon arrival at Ubirr. Here you can view a wide range of ancient Aboriginal art which will be interpreted by your guide. Learn the story of the Rainbow Serpent and climb the Nadab Lookout for panoramic views over the floodplain and beyond into Arnhem Land. As the day draws to a close, we head to our private campsite at Cooinda for dinner and our overnight stay. Tonight choose to sleep under the stars or sleep in our basic permanent tents.


MEALS INCLUDED - DAY ONE Lunch - Dinner

Day 2 - Cooinda to Litchfield National Park

This morning the jewels of Kakadu National Park await. After breakfast and departing camp we travel off road to the majestic Twin and Jim Falls* for a day of adventure and exploration. Travelling into Twin Falls by 4WD track, a boat shuttle and finally a rocky track and boardwalk we will be rewarded by the beauty of this remote waterfall deep within Kakadu National Park. Afterwards we stay off the beaten track where a walk through monsoon forests and over boulders lead us to Jim Falls. Surrounded by 150 metre cliffs, we spend some time soaking up the natural beauty of this majestic location. This afternoon we depart Kakadu National Park and travel towards Litchfield National Park where we will stop along the way at our private campsite. Tonight, enjoy a hearty meal with your fellow adventurers.


MEALS INCLUDED - DAY TWOBreakfast -Lunch - Dinner

Day 3 - Litchfield National Park to Darwin

Today is spent exploring the waterfalls, spring-fed streams and rugged sandstone escarpments of Litchfield National Park. Marvel at the intriguing magnetic and cathedral termite mounds and swim, hike and explore Florence and Wangi Falls*. Discover the many rock holes and cascading waterfalls of Buley Rockhole before our early evening arrival back in Darwin. (Overnight dorm or Budget (Twin/Single) accommodation is included).


MEALS INCLUDED - DAY THREEBreakfast - Lunch

Day 4 - Darwin to Katherine Gorge National Park

You will be collected from your Darwin accommodation at approximately 6.00 am when our adventure through the ‘Territory’ to Alice Springs begins. The afternoon is spent at Nitmiluk (Katherine Gorge) National Park which is owned by the Jawoyn Aboriginal people. Ancient sandstone has been carved away by the Katherine River to create a deep and picturesque gorge. You may like to take a boat cruise or paddle a canoe (seasonal) through the peaceful waters (both optional and additional cost) before retiring at our nearby campsite.


MEALS INCLUDED - DAY FOURLunch - Dinner

Day 5 - Katherine Gorge to Banka Banka Cattle Station

A great start to the day is a soak in the Mataranka Thermal Pools, a lush oasis fringed by paperbark trees. No trip to the ‘Territory’ is complete without a visit to the Daly Waters Pub, an important watering hole for explorers and drovers in days gone by and now a great spot for a cold beer, a bit of history and a ‘fair dinkum outback experience’! Our day winds to a close at historic Banka Banka Cattle Station where we camp for the night.


MEALS INCLUDED - DAY FIVE Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner

Day 6 - Banka Banka Cattle Station to Alice Springs

We pass through Tennant Creek and then further along the track are the Devils Marbles (Karlu Karlu), a collection of gigantic granite boulders magically balanced on top of one another. Later in the day we cross the Tropic of Capricorn (only 20% of the Northern Territory lies south of this point) then a short time later we arrive into Alice Springs where art galleries and pioneering history abounds.

 


MEALS INCLUDED - DAY SIXBreakfast - Lunch

WHAT TO BRING

Torch, wide brimmed hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, water bottle (1.5 litres), walking shoes/boots, sleeping bag (or can be hired for $50), toiletries, swim wear, towel, camera, comfortable and casual clothing. 

IMPORTANT NOTES

  • Our safaris are active participation based tours. We rely on the good will of all passengers to make them a success. This includes your assistance in the preparation of meals, washing up, gathering firewood and loading/unloading vehicles.
  • During the months of November –April inclusive, please be advised that the first 3 days of your itinerary will be upgraded to our 4WD Dragonfly Dreaming Wet Season itinerary. This is to take advantage of the areas only accessible via 4WD during this time. There is no additional charge for this upgrade and camping will be in permanent tents.
  • Itinerary may change due to cultural reasons, seasonal changes, operational logistics and accessibility.
  • ^Single passengers will be provided with a single hotel room in Darwin and Alice Springs however will be required to share a tent with another same sex passenger whilst on safari on days 1-3.
  • * Twin and Jim Falls may not be accessible between the tropical summer months. During this time we will visit Gunlom Falls, Maguk or the Yurmikmik Region (Motor Car Falls or Boulder Creek)
  • Tour is not suitable for children.
  • Twin Falls Boat Shuttle Fee $12.50 is not included and payable direct on day of cruise.
  • This 6 day package is a combination of two tour products and the guide and passengers may differ on each tour. Passengers will be staying independently at the accommodation between tours.
  • Please call our Reservations Team (1300 551 510) during business hours at least 48 hours prior to departure to confirm pick-up location and time.
  • Due to limited space on the vehicle please restrict luggage to one day pack and one soft overnight bag/backpack. On days 1-3 please store your excess luggage at your Darwin accommodation. On days 4-6 all luggage will accompany you with excess luggage being stored in the vehicle/trailer and will not be accessible during this time.
  • Travel Insurance is highly recommended.