TOP END STOPOVERS

Tour	Days	Operator	Code	Full Itinerary
Kakadu Art Sites and Wildlife	2	APT	KKU2
Top End Breakaway	5	APT	KKL5
Kakadu & Arnhem Land	3	APT	KAU3
Wildman Wildlife and Kakadu World Heritage	3	APT	KW03
Kakadu, Jim Jim & Twin Falls	3	APT	KJJ3
Kakadu National Park	2	AAT	DK40
Darwin & Kakadu 4WD Adventure	3	AAT	XDKK
Tropical Top End	4	AAT	DG45

Kakadu Art Sites and Wildlife

Tour Code: KKU2

What's included?

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1. Darwin, Kakadu National Park, Nourlangie Rock, Yellow Waters Wildlife Cruise (L)
Depart Darwin 7.00 a.m., travelling across the Marrakai Plains and into Kakadu National Park, inscribed on the World Heritage List. Visit the aboriginal art site of Nourlangie Rock. Following lunch, join your boat cruise on Yellow Waters, Kakadu's most famous wetland area, keeping a look out for crocodiles and birdlife. Overnight: Kakadu National Park.

Day 2. Ubirr Aboriginal Art Site, Guluyambi East Alligator River Cruise (L)
Time for optional morning flight over the escarpment (own expense). Travel to Ubirr where an easy walk will lead you to galleries of aboriginal rock paintings, dating back thousands of years. Join local aboriginal guides for a cruise on the East Alligator River and learn of the unique aboriginal culture as you land on Arnhem Land. Visit Bowali Visitor Centre this afternoon before returning to Darwin via unusual termite mounds. Arrive 7.00 p.m.

Note: Nov. to April - East Alligator River/Arnhem Land cruise is subject to seasonal conditions and may be substituted for alternative touring.

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Top End Breakaway - 5 days

Tour Code: KKL5

What's included?

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1. Darwin
Welcomed at Darwin Airport for transfer to hotel. Remainder of day at leisure. Overnight: Darwin for 4 nights.

Day 2. Kakadu National Park-Nourlangie Rock-Yellow Waters Wildlife Cruise (L)
Travel across the Marrakai Plains and into Kakadu National Park, inscribed on the World Heritage List. Visit the art site of Nourlangie Rock and view the ancient galleries of aboriginal rock paintings, then to Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre for an in-depth understanding of the culture and history within the park. Join your guided boat cruise of Yellow Waters, Kakadu's most famous wetland area, keeping a lookout for crocodiles and the abundant birdlife.

Day 3. Katherine Gorge Cruise-Nitmiluk National Park-Edith Falls
Travel south to Nitmiluk National Park for your guided cruise of spectacular Katherine Gorge. Enjoy an informative commentary on the flora and wildlife and view galleries of ancient aboriginal rock art as we cruise between the scarred orange walls. This afternoon visit Edith Falls where you have time to swim in the papaerbark and pandanus fringed pool. Return to Darwin via Pine Creek and Adelaide River, the relocation point for Australian and American forces following the bombing of Darwin during World War II.

Day 4. Litchfield National Park-Florence Falls-Wangi Falls (L)
Tour into the picturesque landscapes of Litchfield National Park today, a sample of Top End wilderness and beauty of some 146 000 hectares. Leaving Darwin, pass a series of vintage World War II airstrips to arrive in Batchelor. Climb the rocky Tabletop Range where dry woodlands and forests dominate the huge sandstone plateau of Litchfield. Stop to photograph the mass of intriguing magnetic termit mounds, see the striking double waterfall forming Florence Falls and Tolmer Falls, cascading over two high escarpments into a distant, deep waterhole. Continue to the crystal rock pool at Wangi Falls. Time for a refrehing swim or a nature walk to the top for magnifient views of the picturesque setting.

Day 5. Darwin
Free time before transfer to Darwin Airport.

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Kakadu & Arnhem Land
From Darwin - 3 days

Tour Code: KAU3

Departure

Daily (except Fri)

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1. Kakadu National Park, Nourlangie Rock, Yellow Water Wildlife Cruise
Depart Darwin and travel across the Marrakai Plains and into Kakadu National Park. Visit the Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre before joining a guided boat cruise on Yellow Water billabong, Kakadu's most famous wetland area. Following lunch travel to Nourlangie Rock and view the ancient artwork. (L) Accommodation: Kakadu National Park - Aurora Kakadu Lodge (Budget, shared facilities), Aurora Kakadu Resort (Standard), Gagudju Crocodile Hotel (First-Class).

Day 2. Four-Wheel Drive into Arnhem Land
Join a four-wheel drive adventure into Arnhem Land to visit Mikinj Valley. Travel past sandstone outcrops, escarpments, forests, flood plains and billabongs - a memorable experience as you see places inaccessible to most. Hear of traditional land ownership, learn bush skills and hunting techniques, food gathering and preparation of bush tucker. You will also be privileged to view a fascinating display of Aboriginal art in its natural, untouched state. Most tours are led by an Aboriginal guide. (L)

Day 3. Ubirr, East Alligator River Cruise, Arnhem Land, Bowali Visitor Centre, Darwin
Time for morning flight over the escarpment (own expense). Visit Ubirr and view Aboriginal rock art. Accompanied by an Aboriginal guide, cruise the East Alligator River forming the border between Kakadu National Park and Arnhem Land. Visit Bowali Visitor Centre this afternoon. Take photos of the giant ant hills before heading to Window of the Wetlands Visitor Centre. Enjoy a glass of wine while the sun sets over the flood plain. Arrive Darwin 7.30 p.m. (L)

Note: December to April - Arnhem Land may not be accessible and Guluyambi cruise may be affected by seasonal conditions. At these times alternative touring will be offered.

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Wildman Wildlife and Kakadu World Heritage
From Darwin - 3 Days

Tour Code: KW03

Departure:

Daily

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1. Mary River Cruise and Wildlife Tour
Depart Darwin and travel into the unique Wildman River wilderness region. Join a guided cruise and discover the beauty of the Mary River flood plain, which provides excellent opportunities for wildlife observations. After lunch join a guided nature walk through the paperbark and monsoon forest. This afternoon enjoy a wildlife tour and watch kangaroos feed. Enjoy the tropical sun set over the wetlands. Accommodation: Wildman River Wilderness Lodge (Budget, shared facilities). (LD)

Day 2. Kakadu National Park, Yellow Water
Travel into Kakadu National Park, inscribed on the World Heritage list. Visit the Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre and gain an insight into the cultural and historical significance the park holds for its traditional owners. Join a guided boat cruise on Yellow Water billabong, Kakadu's most famous wetland area. Following lunch, travel to Nourlangie Rock and view the ancient galleries of Aboriginal artwork displayed on cliffs and rock ledges. (BL) Accommodation: Kakadu National Park - Aurora Kakadu Lodge (Budget, shared facilities), Aurora Kakadu Resort (Standard), Gagudju Crocodile Hotel (First-Class).

Day 3. Ubirr, East Alligator Cruise, Darwin
Time for a scenic flight over Kakadu and Arnhem Land this morning (own expense). Travel to Ubirr to view galleries of ancient Aboriginal rock paintings. Journey to the East Alligator River and enjoy a guided Guluyambi cruise. Local Aboriginal guides will accompany you as you enter Arnhem Land for a short walk. Visit Bowali Visitor Centre this afternoon. Take photos of giant ant hills before heading to Window of the Wetlands Visitor Centre. Enjoy a glass of wine while watching the tropical sun set over the flood plain. Arrive in Darwin 7.30 p.m. (L)

Note: December to April - East Alligator River/Arnhem Land cruise is subject to seasonal conditions and may be substituted for alternative touring.

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Kakadu, Jim Jim & Twin Falls
From Darwin - 3 Days

Tour Code: KJJ3

Departure:

Daily (May to Nov)

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1. Kakadu National Park, Yellow Water cruise
Depart Darwin, travel into the World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park and visit the Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre. Join a guided boat cruise on Yellow Water billabong, Kakadu's most famous wetland area. Your guide will provide details on the region's diverse flora and fauna, while you keep watch for the famous Kakadu birdlife and crocodiles. Following lunch, travel to Nourlangie Rock and view galleries of ancient Aboriginal artwork. (L) Accommodation: Kakadu National Park - Aurora Kakadu Lodge (Budget, shared facilities), Gagudju Crocodile Hotel (First-Class).

Day 2. Jim Jim & Twin Falls, 4WD Adventure
Depart this morning by four-wheel drive vehicle to the edge of the Arnhem Land escarpment and Jim Jim Falls. Take a bushwalk through the monsoon forest surrounded by towering cliffs. Continue along the winding sand track to Twin Falls Gorge and paddle a canoe on the calm, clear waters to Twin Falls, where you have the opportunity to take a refreshing swim in this picturesque 'Outback' setting. (L) Note: A reasonable level of fitness is required and you must be able to swim. Should seasonal conditions not permit a visit to Twin Falls, it will be replaced with alternative touring.

Day 3. Ubirr, East Alligator River Cruise
Time for a flight over the Arnhem Land escarpment (own expense). Travel to Ubirr before joining the East Alligator River Guluyambi cruise. By special permission, enjoy a short walk into Arnhem Land accompanied by Aboriginal guides. This afternoon visit Bowali Visitor Centre. Take photos of giant ant hills before heading to Window of the Wetlands Visitor Centre. Enjoy a glass of wine while the sun sets over the flood plain. Arrive Darwin 7.30 p.m. (L)

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Kakadu National Park
From Darwin - 2 Days

Tour Code: DK40

What's included?

Departure:

Daily (Year Round)

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1: Darwin - Kakadu
Travel deep into Kakadu National Park and take a guided walk to view Aboriginal rock art at Nourlangie Rock. After lunch stop at the famous Yellow Water Billabong for a cruise where we may observe saltwater crocodiles. Visit the Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre. Accommodation: Kakadu Lodge (lodge), Kakadu Resort (standard) or Gagudju Crocodile Hotel (first class). (L)

Day 2: Kakadu - Darwin
There is time this morning to take an optional 30 minute scenic flight over Kakadu and the spectacular Arnhem Land Escarpment. Cruise along the East Alligator River. We generally have an Aboriginal guide with us and with the special permission of the local people, we will be able to go ashore in Arnhem Land. Continue to Ubirr where the rock paintings are believed to be 20,000 years old. Inspect the Bowali Visitors Centre before returning to Darwin at approximately 7.30pm. (L)

Note: During the months of November to May, access to Ubirr and East Alligator River is not always possible. Alternative touring will be arranged.

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Darwin & Kakadu 4WD Adventure
From Darwin - 3 Days

Tour Code: XDKK

What's included?

Departure:

2001: May 25 / Jun 04 / Sep 08, 18, 28 / Oct 08, 18, 28 / Nov 07, 17
2002: May 24 / Jun 03 / Sep 07, 17, 27 / Oct 07, 17, 27 / Nov 06, 16

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1: Wild Plains Safari Camp
Journey by 4WD along the Arnhem Highway and bush roads to Wild Plains Safari Camp. This afternoon spend time on the station. You will have the opportunity to participate in some optional activities (at own expense). Tonight enjoy a welcome drink with your crew and fellow passengers. Bush Camp: Wild Plains Safari Camp. (LD)

Day 2: Kakadu National Park
This morning we travel deep into Kakadu National Park. Enjoy a relaxing cruise on the East Alligator River, before venturing to Ubirr to see Aboriginal rock art. Enjoy picturesque views as you watch sunset over Kakadu from Ubirr. Camp: Merl Campground, Ubirr. (BLD)

Day 3: Arnhem Land
Travel by 4WD into Arnhem Land and the Mikinj Valley. View Aboriginal rock art in a natural and untouched state. This afternoon journey to Jabiru and visit the Bowali Visitor Centre where your tour concludes. An AAT Kings day tour coach will transfer you back to Darwin. (BL)

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Tropical Top End
From Darwin - 4 Days

Tour Code: DG45

What's included?

Departure 2001/2002:

Mon, Tue (Year Round)

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1: Darwin - Kakadu
This morning we join the famous Jumping Crocodile Cruise, where our local guide will entice crocodiles to leap from the water. Travel into Kakadu National Park where there is time for an optional scenic flight. Enjoy a guided walk to view ancient Aboriginal rock art at Ubirr. Accommodation: Kakadu Resort (standard) or Gagudju Crocodile Hotel (first class). (L)

Day 2: Kakadu - Katherine
Visit the Bowali Centre and Nourlangie Rock. Continue to the Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre before joining a cruise on the famous Yellow Water Billabong. This afternoon travel to Katherine. Accommodation: Paraway Motel (standard) or All Seasons Frontier (first class), Katherine. (L)

Day 3: Katherine - Darwin
Cruise through Katherine Gorge and watch for crocodiles basking in the sun. Continue to the beautiful setting of Edith Falls, where there is time for a refreshing swim before returning to Darwin. Accommodation: Central Darwin (standard) or Rydges Plaza (first class), Darwin. (L)

Day 4: Litchfield National Park
Drive to the Tabletop Range, a plateau noted for its rock pools and waterfalls. Stop to view Florence Falls and Tolmer Falls. Continue to Wangi Falls for a refreshing swim and bird watching. Return to Darwin at approximately 6.00pm. (L)

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