Northern Territory
The Northern Territory is where the real outback is in Australia. It's home to two of the great World Heritage Listed areas in the world - Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kakadu National Park. From desert country to tropical rainforest it's a place of unique environments. Alice Springs and Darwin are the gateways for tours starting here.
Price
From AUD $495 per person.
Bookings
- Price: AUD $495
- Valid from 1 April 2010 to 31 March 2011.
Download price list here.
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Departure and Arrival
- APR–JUN: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun
JUL: Daily
AUG-SEP: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun
OCT–MAR: Tue, Thu, Sun
Departs Alice Springs at 6.00am
Arrives at Darwin accommodation in the evening -
What's included?
- Experienced guide, meals as indicated, accommodation transfers, two nights camping including fees & equipment.
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What to bring?
- Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), hat & sunscreen, water bottle, towel & toiletries, torch, warm clothing in winter, insect repellent, camera, pillow, sleeping bag (can be hired for $20).
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Max people: 24
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Tour Code: PBAD
3 Day Alice Springs to Darwin Safari
Travel from the Red Centre up to the Top End admiring the changes in the landscape and remoteness on this stretch of highway; stopping at small outback towns, water holes including Katherine Gorge and strange rock formations (Devils Marbles) before arriving in Darwin
Tour Highlights
Mataranka Thermal Pools
Swim and relax in the hot pools. |
Daly Waters Pub
Have a drink at this historic outback pub. |
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Katherine Gorge canoeing
Take this popular optional activity. |
Devil's Marbles
Be amazed by strange rock formations. |
Itinerary
Day 1 – Alice Springs to Banka
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 Banka Banka Cattle Station and if the weather’s good, you can take a dip in the pretty waterhole. (LD)
Day 2 – Banka Banka 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 feel a million miles from anywhere as you soak in the steamy thermal springs. As the day draws to a close, we reach our overnight camp at stunning Katherine Gorge. (BLD)
Day 3 – Katherine Gorge to Darwin
The gorge is all yours this morning, with a half day to spend canoeing or cruising (at own expense & seasonal) the spectacular waters. Want to see more? Jump aboard a helicopter flight (at own expense) which will take you high above the vast gorge system. We’ll head to Darwin after a stop at idyllic Edith Falls. (BL)
Note: Itineraries may vary and/or attractions be substituted due to seasonal conditions, weather extremes, Traditional Owner and national park requirements.
Popular packages and add-ons
9 Day 'Cloud 9' - Alice to DarwinThe most popular NT package. Read more |
Alice to Darwin incl Uluru
Explore the Red Centre and go to Darwin. Read more |
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Alice Springs to Adelaide
Head south via Uluru and Flinders Ranges. Read more |
3 day Kakadu Litchfield
The classic Kakadu Litchfield tour. Read more |
Tours from Alice Springs
- Rock the Centre Backpacker Tour
- 1.5-2 Day Red Centre Highlights
- 2 Nights 'Just the Centre'
- 3 Day Alice Springs to Darwin Safari
- 3 Day Uluru Safari
- 3 Day 4WD Uluru 'Safari in Style'
- 4 Day 4WD Red Centre Safari
- 4 Day 4WD Red Centre 'Safari In Style'
- 6 Day Alice Springs to Adelaide Safari
- 6 Day Alice Springs to Adelaide Backpacker
- 6 Day Alice Springs to Darwin including Uluru
- 6 Day Alice Springs to Darwin including Kakadu
- 7 Day 'Red Rocket' Alice Springs to Darwin
- 9 Day 'Cloud 9' - Alice Springs to Darwin
- 10 Day Alice Springs to Melbourne Safari
- 10 Day Alice Springs to Melbourne Backpacker
- 10 Day Uluru to Kakadu Safari
- 11 Day 'Heaven 11' - Alice Springs to Darwin
- 12 Day Territory in Depth Alice Springs to Darwin
- 13 Day Alice Springs to Sydney Safari

