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 KAKADU 'SAFARI in STYLE'
3 days/2 nights camping by 4WD
With options to upgrade to en suited motel accommodation + to add a day at 
KATHERINE GORGE
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This Kakadu camping safari, departing from and returning to Darwin, is designed for those wanting a comfortable but adventurous small group tour (max 16 people).  You sleep in tented safari accommodation with proper beds, linen, towels, fans and lighting.  The toilet and shower facilities are shared and park entry fees are extra.  
If you'd still prefer to sleep indoors, standard grade motel accommodation with en suite is also available.
Add an extra day exploring Katherine Gorge to make this tour a really exciting, great value 4 day experience.
(See Price Panel for details)
Mary River wetlands © Tourism Northern Territory
 
See also ...
For details of hotels and accommodation in Darwin, click City Hotels Darwin
Take a classic rail journey to the Red Centre (Alice Springs) or all the way to Darwin ...click Rail - The Ghan
Prefer to make your own way to Darwin?  Click Self Drive Tours
Itinerary: 2 night/3 day - Kakadu 'Safari in Style'
Highlights:   Fogg Dam ~  Mary River Wetlands ~  Aboriginal Corroboree ~  Barramundi Gorge ~  Ubirr Rock ~ Jim Jim Falls ~ Twin Falls    
NOTE: Itinerary will vary according to seasonal conditions and the closure of Twin and Jim Jim Falls in the wet season (summer) from December to May.  Other attractions of interest will be substituted. 
 
Winter Season  (June-November)
Departs: Darwin daily  at 7.00 am
(For accommodation in Darwin click City Hotels and Stopovers.)
Day 1  Darwin to Mary River
Leave Darwin and see the falls of Litchfield National Park before arriving at the Mary River Wetlands.  This afternoon look for crocodiles and other wildlife on a private river cruise.  Arrive at Point Stuart Wilderness Lodge for your overnight safari accommodation and enjoy an Aboriginal Corroboree, learning about the local culture and way of life. (LD)		 Annabaroo Billabong © Tourism Northern Territory
Day 2   Mary River to Kakadu
Sunset, Ubirr, Kakadu © Tourism Northern Territory Call in at Mamukala Wetlands then head to the spectacular Jim Jim Falls to take a walk to the base of the falls, before continuing on to Twin Falls.  Here you join a National Park operated boat and boardwalk experience up the stunning gorge to the waterfall where you can relax on the sandy bank.  Drive on to Kakadu for dinner and your overnight safari accommodation in Kakadu National Park. (BLD)
 
Jim Jim Falls © Tourism Northern Territory Day 3   Kakadu to Darwin
Your first stop today is Ubirr, where you discover ancient Aboriginal rock art.  Continue your journey to Maguk (Barramundi Gorge), where you do some hiking and enjoy a refreshing dip in the plunge pools.  You then return to Darwin, enjoying impressive scenery along the way. (BL)
  
Tropical Summer Season   (December to May)
Day 1
Litchfield National Park - Fogg Dam Nature Reserve - Aboriginal Corroborree. Overnight safari accommodation at Point Stuart. (LD)
Day 2
Wildlife Cruise - Ubirr - Bowali Visitor Centre - Gubara Springs walk. Overnight safari accommodation in Kakadu NP. (BLD)
Day 3
Nourlangie Rock - Cathedral Termite Mounds - Boulder Creek - Motor Car Falls - return to Darwin. (BL)		 Looking toward Noulangie Rock, Kakadu © Tourism Northern Territory
Itinerary: 3 night/4 day - Kakadu 'Safari in Style' plus day at Katherine Gorge
Departs Darwin Monday, Wednesday and Saturday between November and March
Itinerary details are the same as the 2 night/3 day Safari in Style above with the addition of a full day bus tour to Katherine Gorge. At the end of Day 3 you will return to your hotel accommodation in Darwin (budget standard motel with en suite).  Dinner tonight and breakfast and lunch tomorow are at your own expense. 
Day 4  Darwin to Nitmiluk National Park and return to Darwin
Travel to Nitmiluk National Park where you will experience:

~ Adelaide River  
~ Edith Falls  
~ Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge  
~ 2 hour gorge cruise (seasonal) 
~ Katherine town tour 
~ Pine Creek 

Return to Darwin at approximately 8pm where your tour ends.  This 3 night tour is offered as an accommodated option only in a standard grade motel with en suite.
NOTE:  The itinerary may vary due to seasonal conditions and national Park and traditional owner requirements.  An additional fee may be incurred to cover the cost of the Twin Falls boat transfer (approx A$10) which will be set by Kakadu National Park.
  
What to Bring 
Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), swimming gear, hat and sunscreen, toiletries, warm clothing in winter, water bottle, torch, insect repellent, camera and film
Included in Kakadu 'Safari in Style'
~  Tented safari accommodation with proper beds, linen, towels, fans and lighting
~  Shared toilet and shower facilities
~  Upgrade to standard motel accommodation with en suite available
 ~  Meals indicated in the itinerary (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) 
Note that Park entry fees are extra, payable on morning of departure and also that a small fuel surcharge is payable per person - see Price Panel for details

Please note that the itinerary can vary according to local conditions, particularly in the order in which the attractions are visited.
Accommodated Option
If even deluxe camping does not appeal, you can upgrade to air conditioned motel rooms with private facilities, at Point Stuart Wilderness Lodge and Kakadu Lodge. 
 
PRICES: Kakadu 2 Nights  'Safari in Style' Until 31 Mar 2009 1 Apr '09 - 31 Mar '10 Truly
Ref
Per person per tour Twin Share Single Twin Share Single
Kakadu 2 Nights Camping in Style: Deluxe Camping A$562* NA Request NA 557
Kakadu 2 Nights Accommodated: Motel style with en suite^ A$717* A$945* Request Request 1396
Kakadu 3 Nights Accommodated: Motel style with en suite^ A$911 A$1134 Request Request 1722
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A fuel levy of A$10 per person will apply to these tours.  The levy is collected at your tour departure point.
*  Between 1 April and 30 Nov there is a surcharge of A$63 per person
^  Motel style accommodation is not available for this tour during July and August
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