Itinerary

Day 1 : Adelaide to Quorn

We travel through the Clare arriving in Quorn in time for lunch. This afternoon we hike to the summit of Dutchman’s Stern for stunning 360° views of Quorn, Spencer Gulf and the Flinders Ranges! Our home for the next two nights is private accommodation at the historical ‘Mill’. Get ready for tonight’s BBQ dinner – it doesn’t get any more Aussie than this! (LD)

Day 2 : Flinders Ranges and Wilpena Pound

Wilpena Pound is a natural amphitheatre located in a huge stone crater and you will spend the morning hiking and exploring its wonder! After lunch, it’s a short walk to Yourambulla Caves to view Aboriginal rock paintings then stop at the ruins of Kanyaka Homestead. Overnight at the Quorn ‘Mill’. (BLD)

Day 3 : Quorn to Coober Pedy

We journey north through Port Augusta, Glendambo (population 30!) and visit ancient salt lakes which are the remnants of an inland sea. We show you around Coober Pedy on a town and mine tour... watch an opal cutting demonstration and try your luck ‘noodling’ for opals! Our bunkhouse for tonight is – you guessed it – underground. (BLD)

Day 4 : Coober Pedy to Uluru

Driving through the rugged desert country, we reach Yulara in time for sunset over Uluru (Ayers Rock). Tonight, lend a hand as we cook dinner at our permanent campsite then consider the option to sleep under the outback stars in a traditional ‘Aussie swag’. (BLD)

Day 5 : Uluru to Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon

Sunrise over Uluru is magical and it’s an early start to catch it! While the morning’s fresh (and your legs are too) take a walk around Uluru’s base (unguided) followed by an interpretive walk led by your guide. After visiting Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) we head to Kings Canyon, where we camp for the night. (BLD)

Day 6 : Kings Canyon to Alice Springs

There’s a lot to explore at Kings Canyon, including the Lost City, the lush and ancient Garden of Eden and the sheer outcrops of the North and South Walls. After lunch, relax and enjoy the harsh desert scenery as we travel to Alice Springs. (BL)

Days 7-8 : Alice Springs

Enjoy two FREE DAYS to explore Alice Springs. (meals at own expense).

Overnight accommodation included.

Day 9 : Alice Springs to Tennant Creek

We pass by the Tropic of Capricorn then stop at the Barrow Creek Pub. 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 an outback station and if the weather’s good, you can take a dip in the waterhole. (LD)

Day 10 : Tennant Creek 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 travellers from far and wide. Mataranka lies in the heart of the ‘never-never’, and you’ll get to soak in the steamy thermal springs. As the day draws to a close, we reach our overnight camp at stunning Katherine Gorge. (BLD)

Day 11 : Katherine Gorge to Darwin

The gorge is all yours this morning, with a half day to spend canoeing or cruising (seasonal) the spectacular waters – or maybe view it from above by helicopter (all activities at own expense). We’ll head to Darwin after a stop at idyllic Edith Falls. (BL)

Overnight accommodation included.

Day 12 : Darwin to Mary River

A refreshing start to your day checking out the waterfalls of Litchfield National Park. Travel west into Woolna Country and receive a Cul Cul or unique ‘Welcome to Country’ by the traditional owners of the land, the Limilngan – Wulna people. Experience the local Aboriginal culture including cooking bush tucker, playing the didgeridoo, basket weaving and spear throwing. To finish the day we head to the spectacular Mary River Wetlands. Keep a watch for lurking crocodiles on our private river cruise! A secluded campsite at Point Stuart Wilderness Lodge is where we’ll stay tonight. (LD)

Day 13 : Mary River to Kakadu

Discover ancient Aboriginal rock art at Ubirr and clamber to the top of a rocky lookout for fabulous views over the Nardab floodplain. Next it’s on to Maguk (Barramundi Gorge) where a hike is rewarded with a reviving swim in the plunge pools. Tonight we stay at our permanent camp within Kakadu National Park. (BLD)

Day 14 : Kakadu to Darwin

Get ready for some 4WD action today on our way to Jim Jim Falls! Once we get there, we’ll hike to the base of the falls before continuing on to Twin Falls. Feel the beauty of the stunning gorge and powerful falls from the National Park operated boat and boardwalk experience. The impressive scenery will continue to amaze you as we journey back to Darwin in the afternoon. (BL)

Tropical Summer Itinerary (DEC-MAY)

Day 12 : Darwin to Mary River

• Litchfield National Park
• Cultural Experience
• Crocodile Cruise
• Overnight Camp Point Stuart (LD)

Day 13 : Mary River to Kakadu

• Mamukala Wetlands (seasonal)
• Ubirr or Nourlangie Rock (seasonal)
• Bowali Visitor Centre
• Walk to Gubara Springs
• Overnight camp Kakadu (BLD)

Day 14 : Kakadu to Darwin

• Cathedral Termite Mounds
• Boulder Creek Falls
• Hike to Motor Car Falls
• Return to Darwin (BL)

Note: Package is made up of three individual tours; therefore you may travel with a different guide and passengers during each section. Tropical Summer Program applies December to May in Kakadu,