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INCLUDING AUTHENTIC INDIGENOUS EXPERIENCES INTRODUCTION MASSES GO OUTBACK... ONLY THE ENLIGHTENED FEW GO WAYOUTBACK!

HOW WAYOUTBACK AUSTRALIAN SAFARIS CAME TO BE Established in 1999, Wayoutback Desert Safaris quickly forged an Today, our ethos is guided by the below principles: enviable reputation for running authentic small group experiences. • Keeping away from the crowds as much as possible Incorporating indigenous culture for true adventure travellers, we • Encouraging all guests to sleep under the Red Centre stars in swags traversed the remote Red Centre outback in the Northern Territory and (Aussie bush bed) won the hearts and praise from those who travelled with us. We • Utilising private, permanent campsites situated in remote and specialised in the Red Centre and were regarded as the experts in being unique locations the only genuinely authentic small group outback touring company. • Cooking food over a campre whenever possible • 4 wheel driving on outback bush tracks (4WD safaris only) In 2012, Wayoutback Desert Safaris became Wayoutback Australian • Providing authentic Aboriginal interaction Safaris, investing and expanding into the Top End of the Northern • Employing and training guides that are, or become, the best in Territory. As well as visiting Uluru, the red heart of Australia we used our the business existing ethos and passion and transferred this to the tropical waterfalls and wetlands of Kakadu, Litcheld and Nitmiluk National Parks. Just as Happy Travels, we connect with authentic indigenous partners in the Red Centre we Don Wait did so in the Top End to ensure we were delivering the best authentic experiences possible, allowing us to take our guests intothe culturally signicant Arnhem Land. Today, Wayoutback Australian Safaris delivers quality experiences FIND US ON throughout our incredible home base of the Northern Territory and our SOCIAL MEDIA: sofafaris comprise 3 different styles, catering for travellers of varying ages and budget. #WAYOUTBACK After 19 years I’m still at the helm as Managing Director and shareholder, my passion for the Northern Territory undiminished. Wayoutback facebook.com/ Australian Safaris continues to constantly strive to improve our offerings wayoutback based on our ethos of a few fundamental characteristics we believe are paramount to getting a really authentic taste of the outback as an adventure traveller. All of this however is irrelevant if we don’t offer the @wayoutbackaus most important single ingredient, your tour guide. A great tour guide makes an even greater tour and is something I feel so passionate about I still do tours myself to ensure we are constantly training and offering the Wayoutback Aus best guides in the business.

2 www.wayoutback.com.au LEGEND 2 Introduction / Welcome Tomake it easy for you to understand what type of safari you are booking, 3 Contents / Legend we use a variety of icons explaining the most important elements of each safari. These are explained as below: 4 Why go Wayoutback? OPEN-AGE: Safaris designed for active people of all ages. 5 Tour Styles & Vehicles You are expected to be able to walk up to 6 km per day in hot 6 The Red Centre weather and over uneven terrain. 7 1 day Thorny Devil / Overnight Dingo Dreaming 18-40 RECOMMENDED: Young and fun, these safaris are designed for younger like-minded travellers. We do not 8 3 day Cockatoo Dreaming / 4 day Galah Dreaming encourage families or children on these safaris. 9 3 or 4 day Goanna Dreaming SWAG: Sleep out in the open, around the re, under millions of 10 4 day 4WD Wallaby Dreaming stars. Swags are included on all Red Centre Safaris.

11 5 day 4WD Kangaroo Dreaming CAMPING: Basic tents will be used on our Top End Buffalo Dreaming Safari. 12 3 day 4WD Eco Experience PERMANENT TENT: These safaris provide permanent tents, 13 The Top End with bed, mattress and pillows, linen and (on some tours) lighting. 14 1 day Litcheld / 1 day Gecko Dreaming We also offer triple tents on the Goanna and Dragony Safaris so that children can sleep with their parents. This service is on request 15 3 day 4WD Buffalo Dreaming and subject to availability. 16 3 day 4WD Dragony Dreaming (Dry Season) ACCOMMODATED OPTION: Some safaris offer 17 3 day 4WD Dragony Dreaming (Wet Season) accommodation. The 3 day Dragony Dreaming and 4 day Arnhem Land Dreaming Safaris provide the option of camping or 18 4 day 4WD Arnhem Land Dreaming lodge accommodation, our 3 Day Eco Experience offers 4.5 star 19 5 day 4WD Jabiru Dreaming accommodation, and our longer packages offer hostel accommodation (in shared or private room) in Alice Springs and 20 5 day 4WD Arnhem Land Dreaming Darwin, in addition to camping throughout the trip. 21 Multi-tour Packages including the Red Centre & Top End MINIBUS VEHICLE: A minibus or mini-coach used on 22 3 day Cicada Dreaming Darwin <> Alice Springs safari with air-conditioning. 23 6 day Northern Exposure 4WD: A four wheel drive vehicle is used. Varies from 16 to 21 seats with air- conditioning. 24-25 10 day Crocodile Rock 26 7 day Rock to Top SMALL 4WD: Only used on our Red Centre ECO experience, these 7 seater vehicles offer superior comfort for 27 Walking Country Private Charters and Groups SMALL GROUPS. 28 Terms and Conditions GROUP SIZE: Maximum (not average) group size.

www.wayoutback.com.au 3 WHY GO

After 19 years of touring we remain passionate about what we do and know none within the tourism industry winning several Tourism Awards over the well the areas in which we travel. We support a host of local businesses in years and boasting an overwhelming number of very satised customers the regions we operate including a number with indigenous ownership as some of who's supportive comments can be found on Facebook and well as working with numerous cattle stations on whose land we camp or TripAdvisor. We pride ourselves on attention to detail and on developing have access to traverse. innovative products, particularly around indigenous tourism and niche products. We are not however a "cottage industry", we are a professional operation employing 20 full time staff, 50 tour guides as well as many casual staff who You can be sure that when choosing to travel with Wayoutback to Ulur u keep the wheels turning. We currently operate 50 vehicles ranging from (Ayers Rock) or the Top End, you will experience the passion, knowledge small luxury 4WD's to 27 seat buses, as well as our medium sized 16 & 17 and commitment we feel for the unique areas we choose to live and share, seat 4WDs, right up to our 21 seat 4WDs. Our reputation is second to all within our beautiful, rugged and remote Northern Territory. CULTURAL EXPERIENCES Wayoutback works closely with many of the traditional land owners in the regions in which we operate. While all of our guides are experienced in Aboriginal Culture, history and Dreamtime, we believe that to get a thorough understanding of the Northern Territory, then meeting and interacting with local Aboriginal people is paramount. They have been living in the area for in excess of 20,000 years and have a unique history and relationship with the land. Tohear their stories rst-hand will give you an insight you won't forget in a hurry. We are proud to partner with Aboriginal owned and operated companies in the Northern Territoryincluding:

MARUKU ARTS TOP DIDJ Maruku Arts is owned and operated by the The Top Didj Cultural Experience located near Anangu people based at Ulur u and provides a Katherine was founded in April 2009 and since once in a lifetime, authentic Indigenous cultural this time has been amazing and educating experience. Participate in a walk to the cave visitors from around the world about the near Mutitjulu Waterhole at the base of Ulur u. culture of the local Jawoyn Aboriginal people. Learn the stories of this unique landscape and Listen to a local artist tell their story and be educated on the connection between their experience traditional activities such as re art, culture and the land directly from your guide, a traditional Anangu lighting, spear and boomerang throwing and visit the art gallery which custodian. showcases a large portfolio of artists from throughout the region. This once The Maruku Cultural Experience is included on all Classic 4WD Red Centre in a lifetime cultural experience is an included activity on our 5 day Jabiru Safaris. Dreaming and 5 day Arnhem Land Dreaming Safaris departing Darwin from June to October. OAK VALLEY Oak Valley Aboriginal Community south of Alice ARNHEM LAND Springs is an inspirational Aboriginal owned and Arnhem Land is one area in Australia where operated tour business and community which indigenous culture is still dominant. Our 4 and 5 we visit on our 5 day Kangaroo Dreaming day Arnhem Land Safaris travel into Arnhem Safari. It lies in beautiful desert country boasting Land where a traditional Aboriginal guide will its own fossil eld, rock carvings and paintings as take you up Injalak Hill and show you excellent well as an olive plantation. Here you can learn and prolic examples of Aboriginal rock art. Visit directly from local Aboriginal people about their the award winning Injalak Art and Craft Centre way of life, art and hunting. and browse or purchase goods from this non-prot Aboriginal organisation.

FIELD OF LIGHT - ULUR U ENDLESS STAR DINING Join a tour to the famous Field of Light on our Our signature Endless Star Dining Experience is Red Centre Safaris. Departing under the cover included on all of our Classic 4WD Safaris in the of darkness, as far as the eye can see gentle Red Centre. It is the perfect way for you to get rhythms of colour light up the desert. to know your fellow passengers while enjoying The exhibition, aptly named Tili Wiru Tjuta a typical outback style meal with a touch of Nyakutjaku or ‘looking at lots of beautiful lights’ elegance and class. in local Pitjantjatjara is Bruce Munro's largest work to date. Overwhelming in Served on the rst night of your Red Centre Safari in our own private size, covering more than seven football elds, it invites immersion in its campsite located at Yulara, your meal is cooked over the campre and fantasy garden of 50,000 spindles of light, the stems breathing and swaying comes complete with breathtaking candlelight and delicious wine. Take your through a sympathetic desert spectrum of ochre, deep violet, blue and time enjoying this once in a lifetime experience in the company of your gentle white. We strongly recommend pre-booking your Field of Light tours group, while eating under the beautiful stars of the Australian Outback. prior to arrival as spaces are limited and sell out quickly. Cost is $42 per adult and $30 per child payable direct upon booking.

4 www.wayoutback.com.au TOUR STYLES VEHICLES

BUDGET ADVENTURE MINIBUS 24-27 SEATS A minibus is used on our 1 Day Litcheld Safari and all of our 18-40 recommended Adventure Safaris - with the exception of our 3 Day Buffalo Dreaming Top End Safari. These air-conditioned, 24-27 seat minibuses have Our Budget Adventure safaris are designed for those on a budget and aimed forward facing seats and a trailer attached to store luggage. at youthful, fun loving travellers. These safaris are recommended to the 18- 40 age group and travel in air-conditioned minibuses in the Red Centre / Ulur u, or 4WD vehicles in the Top End. While more basic in nature, these safaris offer private camps and in the Red Centre you will swag under the 4WD 16 SEATS stars, with tents available for hire for an additional fee. In the Top End we Our 4 day Wallaby Dreaming provide basic tented campsites. and 5 day Kangaroo Dreaming Safaris are on CLASSIC 4WD board our 16-seat purpose built 4WD vehicles. Equipped with forward facing seats, air- conditioning and with a trailer attached, these vehicles are built to tackle the outback roads in comfort.

4WD 17 SEATS A 17-seat 4WD vehicle is used for all tours that visit Kakadu National Park in the Top End. Equipped with air- conditioning and seatbelts, these vehicles are purpose-built for navigating Our 4WD Safaris are suitable for all ages seeking an authentic outback the Top End. experience providing a moderate level of comfort. With remote and some powered campsites they include hot water, ushing toilets, complete with permanent safari tents with beds, all linen, pillow and sleeping bags. In the Red Centre swags are also available for those wanting to sleep out under 4WD 21 SEATS the stars. Our 5 day Kangaroo Dreaming Safari also offers 1 night ‘wild Our 3 and 4 day Goanna camping’ for those seeking a real outback camping experience. In the Top Dreaming and Overnight End our 3 day Dragony Dreaming and 4 day Arnhem Land Dreaming Dingo Dreaming Safaris travel Safaris additionally offer lodge accommodation for those wanting a higher in a 21-seat, air-conditioned level of comfort than our permanent tents. 4WD vehicle. With forward facing seats and a trailer COMFORT ACCOMMODATED attached, these vehicles are ideal for visiting the three main sights of the Red Centre with a little off-road action thrown in.

SMALL 4WD Only used on our Red Centre Eco Experience, these 7-seat Land cruisers offer superior comfort. These vehicles are equipped with For those wanting the best in small group experiential travel in the Red air-conditioning and seatbelts Centre while still experiencing an authentic Australian outback experience, and have a trailer attached for we offer a 3 day Eco Experience. Limited to six guests touring in a 4-wheel your luggage. drive vehicle with a senior guide and 4.5 star hotel accommodation. www.wayoutback.com.au 5 THE RED CENTRE

Welcome to Australia's Red Centre, where Alice Springs offers access to the awe-inspiring landscapes of Ulurt u and Kata Tju a, the MacDonnell Ranges and Kings Canyon. Soak up Aboriginal culture and rugged natural beauty on classic outback journeys that take in these iconic sites. Here you can connect with the oldest living culture on earth or enjoy the outback culture in a local pub. Oak Valley Aboriginal With Wayoutback you'll have the chance to enjoy sunset over Community the iconic Ulurt u, hike through Kata Tju a, with its many domes, enjoy stunning views over Kings Canyon and learn about Aboriginal culture and 'bush tucker' with the exclusive Maruku Cultural experience. Enjoy a true outback experience during your journey, sleep under the stars in a swag (or in a comfortable tent) and enjoy meals cooked over an open re.

Physical ratings Our safaris are active adventures that include a fair amount of walking and Climate hiking. In the Red Centre your hikes will range from a relatively easy base The Red Centre is characterised by semi-arid desert conditions and has the walk of Ulur u to 'Heart Attack Hill' and the Rim Walk at Kings Canyon. All normal four seasons. The climate can be quite varied with hot summers tours participate in moderate to challenging hikes with less demanding (Dec-Feb), cold winters (Jun-Aug) and even storms at times; it's very treks/walks available at most locations for those less active. Ulur u is a sacred important to check the temperatures leading up to your tour and pack site and Anangu, the indigenous custodians, respectfully ask visitors not to accordingly. Regardless of the time of year light and comfortable clothing, a climb it. Wayoutback respects the wishes of the Anangu people and instead water bottle (1.5litres minimum), wide-brimmed hat, sunscreen, insect explores the base of Ulur u and surrounding areas. Guests wishing to climb repellent and torch are essential. Ulur u must do so on their own and only if weather and time permits.

OFFERS We have three great offers available year round to help you save on your Northern Territory experience. EARLYBIRD: Plan ahead and save! Available on select safaris when booking 90 days or more in advance. Look for the Earlybird pricing for more details. MULTI TOUR DISCOUNT: Book a 3, 4 or 5 day Classic Safari in the Red Centre and another in the Top End and save $50 per person per safari. FAMILY AND FRIENDS: Book a 3, 4 or 5 day camping safari in our Classic 4WD or 18-40 recommended adventure safari range, booking together and travelling in a group of four or more and receive a 5% discount. Discounts are not available in conjunction with each other or on any other offer

6 www.wayoutback.com.au • WEST MACDONNELL RANGES • ORMISTON GORGE 1 day Thorny Devil • OCHRE PITS • ELLERY CREEK BIG HOLE RED CENTRE SAFARI TOUR CODE: W01

please refer to page 3 for legend PRICE: $99 (Adult/Child 5-15 years) VALID: 01 April 2018 - 31 March 2019 DEPARTS: MON/WED/FRI/SUN Alice springs: 6.00am RETURNS: Alice springs:5.30p m approximately TOUR PRICE INCLUDES: Professional guide, travel in an air-conditioned 4WD vehicle, BBQ lunch, and drinking water (please provide your own bottle).

DAY 1 (Lunch) Photo: Peter Eve & Tourism NT Departing from Alice Springs at approximately 6.00 am, Indigenous people for thousands of years. Travellingon our adventure begins as we travel towards the mighty to Ellery Creek Big Hole, one of the most picturesque West MacDonnell Ranges. Our rst stop is Ormiston swimming and walking spots in the West MacDonnell Gorge, keep your eyes peeled for Perentie Lizards lazing Ranges. Surrounded by high red cliffs and the sandy along the banks and take a swim in the rock holes. Hike Ellery Creek, the waterhole has been carved out by the Ghost Gum Walk, a 1.5 hour loop that takes in views thousands of years of massive oods and is an down through the majestic Ormiston Gorge, before internationally signicant geological site. The following the trail as it descends down close to the gorge permanent water here made it a special meeting place and along the rocky oor and Ormiston Waterhole. for the local Arrernte people and is known to them as Enjoy a BBQ lunch at Ormiston Gorge. Afterwards, we Udepata. Late in the afternoon we travel back to Alice journey on to the Ochre Pits, a registered sacred site Springs, arriving at approximately 5.30pm. NOTE: Itinerary may change due to cultural reasons, seasonal offering a unique experience to view the Ochre deposit • Ormiston Gorge • Ghost Gum Walk • changes, operational logistics and accessibility. All prices are per Ochre Pits • BBQ Lunch • Ellery Creek person. still used to this day by the Traditional owners. See the natural ochres that have provided materials for Big Hole

• ULURU (AYERS ROCK) • KATA TJUTA (THE OLGAS) OVERNIGHT DINGO DREAMING • INDIGENOUS GUIDED WALK • ENDLESS STAR DINING RED CENTRE SAFARI TOUR CODE: WD02

please refer to page 3 for legend PRICE: $425 (Adult/Child 5-15 years) Price does not include park fee: $25 payable direct VALID: 01 April 20189 - 31 March 201 DEPARTS: DAILY Alice springs: 6.00am Outback Pioneer Hotel, Ayers Rock Resort: 1.00pm Ayers Rock Airport: Please advise ight number when booking DAY 1 (Lunch*/ Dinner) DAY 2 (Breakfast) RETURNS: Day 2 Departing Alice Springs, Ayers Rock Resort or Ayers Rising early, we take a short walk to a lookout close Ayers Rock Resort/Airport: 12.30pm Rock Airport arrive at the Uluru - Kata Tjuta National to our campsite to view sunrise over Ulur u and Kata Park where we visit the Cultural Centre to learn approximately Tjuta well away from the hustle and bustle of the public of the local Aboriginal law and religion (Tjukurpa). viewing area. Afterwards, depart for Kata Tjut a, an TOUR PRICE INCLUDES: Meeting your local Aboriginal Guide at the base of Aboriginal word for “many heads”, and a walk through Professional guide, travel in an air-conditioned Uluru, an authentic indigenous experience awaits with the "Valley of the Winds." Explore the domes, of which 4WD vehicle, Aboriginal Guided walk at an interpretive walk to Mutitjulu Waterhole hearing there are 36 in total, passing creek beds, domes and Ulur u, all meals (as listed on itineraries), sparkling stories of the unique landscapes, art and culture of the beautiful wilderness. After the return transfer to Ayers wine at Ulur u sunset, Endless Star Dining Anangu people. Rock Resort/Airport your Red Centre experience Experience, camping equipment including Experience the famous changing colours of Ulur u at comes to an end. • Uluru / Kata Tjuta Sunrise permanent tent with beds and mattress. sunset, complete with sparkling wine and nibbles. Arriving at our private camp, enjoy our signature • Kata Tjuta All linen including pillow and pillowcase, tted Endless Star dining experience before retiring to your sheet, sleeping bag hire, towel and drinking water swag under the amazing night sky or your comfortable (please provide your own bottle). safari tent complete with beds. NOTE: Itinerary may change due to cultural reasons, • Uluru • Cultural Centre • Aboriginal seasonal changes, operational logistics and accessibility. guided cultural walk • Uluru sunset *Lunch is only included for passengers joining in Alice Springs. All prices are per person. • Endless Star dining experience • Field of Light (optional see page 4)

www.wayoutback.com.au 7 • ULUR U (AYERS ROCK) • KATA TJUT A (THE OLGAS) 3 DAY COCKATOO DREAMING • WATARRKA (KINGS CANYON) RED CENTRE SAFARI TOUR CODE: WD03

please refer to page 3 for legend PRICE: $395 (Adult) EARLYBIRD: Save $25 per person Price does not include park fee: $25 payable direct VALID: 01 April 20189 - 31 March 201 DEPARTS: DAILY Alice Springs: 5.00am Outback Pioneer Hotel, Ayers Rock Resort: 1.00pm Ayers Rock Airport: please advise ight number when booking DAY 1 (Lunch*/ Dinner) before taking a short drive to Kata Tjut a (the Olgas), an RETURNS: Day 3 It’s an early rise if you are joining us in Alice Springs aboriginal word for ‘many heads’. Enjoy a hike through Alice Springs: 5.30pm approximately where you will make the journey to Ayers Rock the Valley of the Winds walk to experience this unique site. After lunch, it’s farewell to Uluru – Kata Tjuta TOUR PRICE INCLUDES: and meet our fellow travellers joining us there. This afternoon embark on an interpretive base walk of National Park as we travel to Kings Creek Station to Professional guide, travel in an air-conditioned Uluru and learn some of the aboriginal dreamtime spend the night in your swag. minibus, all meals (as listed on itineraries), camping stories connected to its many sacred sites. The Cultural • Uluru / Kata Tjuta Sunrise equipment including swag and drinking water Centre is impressive and well worth a visit before • Kata Tjuta • Kings Creek Station (please provide your own bottle). watching the ever changing colours of Ulur u at sunset. Enjoy dinner and a good night’s rest sleeping under DAY 3 (Breakfast/Lunch) NOTE: the stars. This morning we will experience Watarrka (Kings Itinerary may change due to cultural reasons, seasonal changes, • Uluru • Base Walk at Uluru • Cultural Canyon) National Park and enjoy the 6km rim walk, operational logistics and accessibility. Camping is in swags on this Centre • Uluru Sunset to see the sheer red rock faces which drop over 100 safari. For guests requiring a tent there is a $60 per person hire • Field of Light (optional see page 4) metres into lush palm forests on the canyon oor. After fee payable direct on date of travel. *Lunch is only included for lunch we begin the journey back to Alice Springs. passengers joining in Alice Springs. Sleeping bags are not included DAY 2 (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) • Watarrka (Kings Canyon) and can be hired for $30. All prices are per person. Wake early to enjoy an incredible Uluru sunrise, National Park

• ULURU (AYERS ROCK) • KATA TJUTA (THE OLGAS) 4 DAY GALAH DREAMING • WATARRKA (KINGS CANYON) RED CENTRE SAFARI TOUR CODE: WD04 • ALICE SPRINGS

please refer to page 3 for legend PRICE: $475 Dorm/Camping (Adult) $535 Twin/Camping (Adult) $575 Single/Camping (Adult) EARLYBIRD: Save $25 per person Price does not include park fee: $25 payable direct VALID: 01 April 20189 - 31 March 201 DEPARTS: DAILY Alice Springs: 5.00am DAY 1 (Lunch*/Dinner) • Uluru / Kata Tjuta Sunrise • Kata Outback Pioneer Hotel, Ayers Rock Resort: 1.00pm It’s an early rise if you are joining us in Alice Springs Tjuta• Kings Creek Station Ayers Rock Airport: please advise ight number where you will make the journey to Ayers Rock when booking and meet our fellow travellers joining us there. This DAY 3 (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) afternoon embark on an interpretive base walk of This morning we will experience Watarrka (Kings RETURNS: Day 4 Uluru and learn some of the aboriginal dreamtime Canyon) National Park and enjoy the 6km rim walk, Ayers Rock Airport: 11.15am approximately stories connected to its many sacred sites. The Cultural to see the sheer red rock faces which drop over 100 Outback Pioneer Hotel: 1.00pm approximately Centre is impressive and well worth a visit before metres into lush palm forests on the canyon oor. After watching the ever changing colours of Ulur u at sunset. lunch we begin the journey back to Alice Springs. Enjoy TOUR PRICE INCLUDES: Enjoy dinner and a good night’s rest sleeping under the comforts of your included accommodation tonight Professional guide, travel in an air-conditioned minibus, the stars. before having the chance to experience an evening in all meals (as listed on itineraries), camping equipment • Uluru • Uluru Base Walk • Cultural one of Australia’s most famous outback towns. including swag, drinking water (please provide your Centre • Uluru Sunset • Watarrka (Kings Canyon) National own bottle), 2 nights camping and 1 night hostel • Field of Light (optional see page 4) Park • Alice Springs • Overnight Hostel accommodation in Alice Springs. Accommodation DAY 2 (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) NOTE: Itinerary may change due to cultural reasons, seasonal Wake early to enjoy an incredible Uluru sunrise, DAY 4 (Breakfast) changes, operational logistics and accessibility. Camping is in before taking a short drive to Kata Tjuta (the Olgas), an Following an early breakfast we leave Alice Springs and swags on this safari. For guests requiring a tent there is a $60 per aboriginal word for ‘many heads’. Enjoy a hike through begin our journey back to Uluru. With a few short person hire fee payable direct on date of travel. *Lunch is only the Valley of the Winds walk to experience this unique stops along the way we will get you to Ayers Rock included for passengers joining in Alice Springs. Sleeping bags are site. After lunch, it’s farewell to Uluru-ta Kata Tju resort or the airport in time for your ight. not included and can be hired for $30. All prices are per person. National Park as we travel to Kings Creek Station to • Alice Springs to Ayers Rock spend the night in your swag.

8 www.wayoutback.com.au • ULURU (AYERS ROCK) • INDIGENOUS GUIDED WALK 3or 4 DAY 4WD GOANNA DREAMING • KATA TJUTA (THE OLGAS) • ENDLESS STAR DINING RED CENTRE SAFARI TOUR CODE: W03/W03S/W03A • WATARRKA (KINGS CANYON)

please refer to page 3 for legend PRICE: $835 (Adult/Child 5-15 years) $1,035 (Adult Single Tent) Price does not include park fee: $25 payable direct VALID: 01 April 20189 - 31 March 201 DEPARTS: DAILY Alice Springs: 6.00am Outback Pioneer Hotel, Ayers Rock Resort: 1.00pm Ayers Rock Airport: Please advise ight number when booking RETURNS: Day 3 Alice Springs: 5.30pm approximately TOUR PRICE INCLUDES: Professional guide, travel in an air-conditioned 4WD vehicle, Aboriginal Guided walk at Ulur u, all meals (as listed on itineraries), sparkling wine at Ulur u sunset, Endless Star Dining Experience, camping equipment including permanent tent with beds and mattress or swag, all linen including pillow and pillowcase, tted sheet, sleeping bag hire, towel and drinking water (please provide your own bottle). 4 DAY/3 NIGHT GOANNA DREAMING Includes an additional night's hostel or hotel accommodation in Alice Springs on day 3 and a transfer to Ayers Rock Resort/Airport on day 4. TOUR CODE: W03A PRICE: $9 35 Camping/Multi Share Hostel ( Adult) $970 Camping/Twin Share Hotel ( Adult / Our original Wayoutback Safari offering an authentic adventure into the heart of the Red Centre. Travel Child 5 - 15 years) with a small group in a purpose built four-wheel drive vehicle. As well as experiencing the wonders $1,05 5 Camping/Single Hotel ( Adult) of Ulurt u (Ayers Rock), Kata Tju a (The Olgas) and Watarrka (Kings Canyon), we'll give you the $1,25 5 Single Camping/Single Hotel ( Adult) opportunity to really experience the desert - driving on dirt roads, avoiding the crowds and sleeping at Price does not include park fee: $25 payable direct our remote private bush camps. Participate in an Indigenous guided walk at Ulur u. VALID: 01 April 20189 - 31 March 201 Enjoy quality food cooked over the campre, our Endless Star dining experience and your DEPARTS: DAILY comfortable permanent safari tent complete with beds. Or, if you prefer you can sleep under the Alice Springs: 6.00am stars in a traditional swag. Outback Pioneer Hotel, Ayers Rock Resort: 1.00pm DAY 1 (Lunch*/Dinner) DAY 2 (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) Ayers Rock Airport: Please advise ight number Departing Alice Springs bright and early, we hit the Wake early to view sunrise over Ulurta u and Kata Tju when booking road on our adventure of a lifetime. Travelling through close to our campsite, away from the crowds of the RETURNS: Day 4 the Waterhouse and James Ranges we’ll make some public viewing areas. After breakfast we’ll head off to Ayers Rock Airport : 11 .15a m approximately short stops along the way including the Camel Farm Kata Tjuta for a walk through the Valley of the Winds for a Camel ride (own expense) and a view of Atila and experience this unique site. For our second night TOUR PRICE INCLUDES: (Mount Connor), a mesa tableland and the rst we're off to Kings Creek Station and our private bush Professional guide, travel in an air-conditioned signicant rock formation of our trip. The afternoon is camp, complete with bush toilet and shower. 4WD vehicle, Aboriginal Guided walk at Ulur u, devoted to the sights of Ulur u, beginning with a base With nobody else for miles, this camp has stunning all meals (as listed on itineraries), sparkling wine at walk at Ulur u with your guide. You will then meet views out over the George Gill Ranges and gives you a real feel for the outback. Tonight, listen for the sound Ulur u sunset, Endless Star Dining Experience, your local Aboriginal guide and embark on an interpretive walk to Mutitjulu Waterhole. Concluding of dingoes howling in the distance while watching the camping equipment including permanent tent at the Cultural Centre, learn about the ora and fauna desert sky light up above you. with beds and mattress or swag, of this unique area. • Uluru and Kata Tjuta Sunrise • Kata all linen including pillow and pillowcase, After witnessing the famous changing colours of Ulur u Tjuta • Kings Creek Station tted sheet, sleeping bag hire, towel and drinking at sunset, complete with sparkling wine and nibbles, water (please provide your own bottle). we’ll head to our private camp and enjoy our DAY 3 (Breakfast/Lunch) 2 nights camping and 1 night hostel or hotel signature Endless Star dining experience before Today we head off to Watarrka (Kings Canyon) accommodation in Alice Springs. retiring to your swag under the amazing night sky or National Park and enjoy the 6km rim walk, to see the your comfortable safari tent complete with beds. sheer red rock faces which drop over 100 metres into • Camel Farm • Ebenezer Roadhouse lush palm forests on the canyon oor. We'll visit the • View Mt. Connor (Atila) • Aboriginal Amphitheatre, Lost City and the tranquil ‘Garden of guidedatru Cultural walk Ulu • Sunset Eden’. Later we start making our way back to Alice NOTE: Itinerary may change due to cultural reasons, seasonal Springs travelling on a typical outback dirt road where changes, operational logistics and accessibility. *Lunch is only atUlu ru (Ayers Rock) • Endless Star included for passengers joining in Alice Springs. Aboriginal cultural DEining xperience we may see kangaroos or even wild camels before we experiences may be cancelled and/or changed due to cultural • Field of Light (optional see page 4) arrive back in Alice Springs. festivals or events. All prices are per person. • Watarrka (Kings Canyon) National Park • Outback Dirt Roads • Finke River www.wayoutback.com.au 9 • ULURU (AYERS ROCK) • KATA TJUTA (THE OLGAS) 4 DAY 4WD WALLABY DREAMING • WATARRKA (KINGS CANYON) • WEST MACDONNELL RANGES RED CENTRE SAFARI TOUR CODE: W04 • ORMISTON GORGE

please refer to page 3 for legend PRICE: $995 (Adult/Child 5-15 years) Price does not include park fee: $25 payable direct VALID: 01 April 20189 - 31 March 201 DEPARTS: TUE/THU/FRI/SUN Alice Springs: 6.00am Outback Pioneer Hotel, Ayers Rock Resort: 1.00pm Ayers Rock Airport: Please advise ight number when booking. RETURNS: Day 4 Alice Springs: 5.30pm approximately TOUR PRICE INCLUDES: Professional guide, travel in an air-conditioned 4WD vehicle, Aboriginal Guided walk at Ulur u, all meals (as listed on itineraries), sparkling wine at Ulur u sunset, Endless Star Dining Experience, camping equipment including permanent tent with bedsand mattress or swag , all linen including pillow and pillowcase, tted sheet, sleeping bag hire, towel and drinking water (please provide your own bottle).

The Wallaby Dreaming Safari is perfect for those seeking more than the known icons of Ulur u, Kata Tjuta and Watarrka. Travel by four-wheel drive with a maximum of 16 guests, spend a day in the Western MacDonnell Ranges where you will hike, swim and explore the ancient landscape in this peaceful and relaxed part of the Australian Outback. For those that love their creature comforts spend your nights in our permanent remote campsites, away from the masses, complete with permanent safari tents, hot showers and a comfortable bed with pillows and linen. For those that seek adventure, sleep out under the stars in a traditional Aussie swag with a million star view of the southern skies.

DAY 1 (Lunch*/Dinner) Departing your Alice Springs accommodation, we hit from the crowds where the feeling of ‘wayoutback’ the road for four days of adventure and fun (for those starts to take hold. After a campre dinner, kick back commencing at Ulur u, we will collect you from the and be mesmerised by the millions of stars on display. airport or resort). On our way to Ulurt u-Kata Tju a • Uluru / Kata Tjuta Sunrise • Kata National Park visit the Camel Farm for a ride if you’re Tjuta• Kings Creek Station keen (own expense), for refreshments or to purchase some Aboriginal paintings or artefacts. The afternoon DAY 3 (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) is devoted to the sights of Ulur u, beginning with a base This morning take a guided walk to see the towering walk at Ulur u with your guide. You will then meet walls, crevices and plateaus of Watarrka (Kings your local Aboriginal guide and embark on an Canyon). Visit the Amphitheatre, Lost City and the interpretive walk to Mutitjulu Waterhole. Concluding tranquil ‘Garden of Eden’. After Watarrka we 4WD at the Cultural Centre, learn about the ora and fauna along the famous Mereenie Loop Road looking out for of this unique area. wildlife along the way before arriving at our permanent camp at Glen Helen, nearby the stunning waterhole This evening view the magnicent sunset at Ulur u, that the traditional owners of this land believe is home accompanied with a glass or two of sparkling wine. to an ancient and powerful Rainbow Serpent. Afterwards, return to our remote private campsite • Watarrka (Kings Canyon) • Four where you will enjoy our signature Endless Star dining Wheel Driving • Mereenie Loop Road experience and spend your time sitting back and • Glen Helen enjoying the desert sky around the camp re. • Camel Farm • Ebenezer Roadhouse DAY 4 (Breakfast/Lunch) • View Mt. Connor (Atila) • Aboriginal Spend today exploring the mighty West MacDonnell guide Cultural walk Uluru • Sunset at Ranges. Travel to Ormiston Gorge, take a swim in the Uluru (Ayers Rock) • Endless Star rock holes and hike the “Ghost Gum Walk”. Journey DEining xperience to the registered sacred site of the Ochre pits which • Field of Light (optional see page 4) is still used to this day by its traditional owners and learn about the natural ochres which have been used DAY 2 (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) by Indigenous Australians for thousands of years. NOTE: Itinerary may change due to cultural reasons, seasonal Rising early, watch the sunrise over Ulur u and Kata In the afternoon visit the picturesque Ellery Creek Big changes, operational logistics and accessibility. *Lunch is only Tjuta from a lookout close to our campsite well away Hole before returning to Alice Springs at included for passengers joining in Alice Springs. Four wheel drive approximately 5:30pm. is weather dependent .Aboriginal cultural experiences may be from the hustle and bustle of the public viewing area. cancelled and/or changed due to cultural festivals or events. All Afterwards depart for Kata Tjut a and a hike through • Ormiston Gorge • Ghost Gum Walk prices are per person. the "Valley of the Winds". Enjoy lunch before heading • Ochre Pits • Ellery Creek Big Hole to Kings Creek Station and our private campsite, miles

10 www.wayoutback.com.au • ULURU (AYERS ROCK) • KATA TJUTA (THE OLGAS) 5 DAY 4WD KANGAROO DREAMING • WATARRKA (KINGS CANYON) • WEST MACDONNELL RANGES RED CENTRE SAFARI TOUR CODE: W05 • OAK VALLEY ABORIGINAL COMMUNTIY

please refer to page 3 for legend PRICE: $1,17 0 (Adult/Child 5-15 years) Price does not include park fee: $25 payable direct VALID: 01 April 20189 - 31 March 201 DEPARTS: TUE/THU/FRI/SUN Alice Springs: 6.00am Outback Pioneer Hotel, Ayers Rock Resort:1.00pm Ayers Rock Airport: Please advise ight number when booking. RETURNS: Day 5 Alice Springs: 5.30pm approximately TOUR PRICE INCLUDES: Professional guide, travel in an air-conditioned 4WD vehicle, Aboriginal Guided walk at Ulur u, all meals (as listed on itineraries),sr parkling wine at Ulu u sunset, Endless Star Dining Experience, camping equipment including permanent tent with beds and mattress (except night 4), or swag, a ll linen including pillow and pillowcase, tted sheet, sleeping bag hire, towel and drinking water (please provide your own bottle). Our 'Kangaroo Dreaming' Safari is the ultimate 5 Day 4WD Central Australia adventure safari. We'll tour Ulurt u, Kata Tju a, Watarrka and the West MacDonnell Ranges but more importantly, we'll get to truly experience the outback in an authentic way - camping at remote private bush camps, driving on bush tracks and visiting Oak Valley Aboriginal Community. Oak Valley is an inspirational community boasting an olive plantation, Aboriginal rock carvings and paintings as well as an ancient fossil eld.

DAY 1 (Lunch*/Dinner) will be shaken and not stirred! Look out for wildlife Departing Alice Springs early we travel towards Ayers along the way before arriving at our permanent camp Rock stopping along the way for a camel ride if you at Glen Helen, nearby the stunning waterhole that the are keen (own expense). On arrival we collect our Traditional owners of this land believe is home to an fellow travellers joining at Ayers Rock and devote the ancient and powerful Rainbow Serpent. afternoon enjoying the sights of Ulur u including a walk • Watarrka (Kings Canyon) at the base of Ulur u with your guide. You will then •Four Wheel Driving • Mereenie Loop meet your local Aboriginal guide and embark on an Road • Glen Helen interpretive walk to Mutitjulu Waterhole. Concluding at the Cultural Centre, learn about the ora and fauna DAY 4 (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) of this unique area. After witnessing the famous Spend today exploring the mighty West MacDonnell colours of Ulur u at sunset, complete with sparkling Ranges. Travel off road to Ormiston Gorge, take a swim wine and nibbles, it’s off to our private camp to enjoy in the rock holes and hike the “Ghost Gum Walk’. Later our signature Endless Star dining experience. Retire to visit the Ochre Pits, a registered sacred site still used by your swag under the amazing night sky or your the traditional owners to this day for its Ochre deposits. comfortable safari tent complete with beds. Visit Ellery Creek Big Hole, one of the West MacDonnell • Camel Farm • Ebenezer Roadhouse Ranges most picturesque swimming and walking spots, • View Mt. Connor (Atila) • Aboriginal carved out by thousands of years of ooding, known to guide Cultural walk Uluru • Sunset at the locals as Udepata. Late this afternoon we 4WD into Uluru (Ayers Rock) • Endless Star our remote bush camp located at Hugh River. Tonight it DEining xperience is just us and the wilds, providing a great opportunity to • Field of Light (optional see page 4) star gaze away from the city lights. • Ormiston Gorge • Ghost Gum Walk DAY 2 (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) • Ochre Pits • Ellery Creek Big Hole After watching the sunrise over Uluru and Kata Tjuta • Hugh River Bush camp from a lookout close to our campsite, we head off to Kata Tjuta for a 7km hike through the magnicent DAY 5 (Breakfast/Lunch) "Valley of the Winds". After a leisurely lunch we travel After a hearty breakfast we cross the famous Owen to Kings Creek Station for our second night’s remote Springs Reserve, our destination the inspirational *Oak outback campsite. Our private campsite at Kings Creek Valley Aboriginal Community. Spend time with the is miles from the crowds, which is where the feeling of Traditional owners exploring the land, try your hand at ‘wayoutback’ really starts to take hold. After a campre Boomerang throwing, see ancient rock art paintings dinner it's time to kick back and be mesmerised by the and carvings and gain a personal experience of the millions of stars on display. profound understanding the owners have of this • Uluru / Kata Tjuta Sunrise • Kata Tjuta pristine remote environment. • Kings Creek Station Travelling back to Alice Springs via the Old South NOTE: Itinerary may change due to cultural reasons, seasonal Road, stop in at the Ewaninga Art site before returning changes, operational logistics and accessibility. *Lunch is only DAY 3 (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) included for passengers joining in Alice Springs. Four wheel drive to your accommodation approximately 5.30pm. This morning take a guided walk to see the towering ••Owen Springs Reserve Oak Valley is weather dependent .Aboriginal cultural experiences may be walls, crevices and plateaus of Watarrka (Kings cancelled and/or changed due to cultural festivals or events. All Aboriginal Community• Ewaninga Art Canyon). Visit the Amphitheatre, Lost City and the prices are per person. Site• Alice Springs tranquil ‘Garden of Eden’. After Watarrka we 4WD along the famous Mereenie Loop Road where you www.wayoutback.com.au 11 • ULURU (AYERS ROCK) • KATA TJUTA (THE OLGAS) 3 DAY 4WD ECO EXPERIENCE • WATARRKA (KINGS CANYON) RED CENTRE SAFARI TOUR CODE: WA03

please refer to page 3 for legend PRICE: $3,035 (Standard Twin Share) $3,155 (Deluxe Twin Share) $3,865 (Standard Single) $4,070 (Deluxe Single) $2,035 (Child 5 -12 years travelling with 2 adults) PRICE INCLUDING SOUNDS OF SILENCE: $3,25 0 (Standard Twin) $3,37 0 (Deluxe Twin) $4,08 0 (Standard Single) $4,28 5 (Deluxe Single) $2,2310 0 (Child -12 years travelling with 2 adults) Price includes park entry fees VALID: 01 April 20189 - 31 March 201 DEPARTS: MON/THU/SAT Alice Springs Accommodation, Airport or Rail terminal: 2.00pm RETURNS: Day 3 Ayers Rock Airport, Ayers Rock Resort: 12.30pm Alice Springs: 5.30pm approximately TOUR PRICE INCLUDES: Professional guide, sightseeing, travel in modern air-conditioned 4WD vehicle, all meals (as listed on itineraries), all snacks and wine with lunches, hotel accommodation and park entry fees.

Our 3 Day 4WD Eco Experience to Ulurt u, Kata Tju a and Kings Canyon is perfect for people that like small groups, keeping away from the crowds, walking and soaking up the atmosphere of Central Australia but with all the comforts of home. Rather than just seeing these icons of the Red Centre, we’ll give you the opportunity to really experience them before retiring to your hotel, a nice shower and restaurant meals. there’s time to prepare for the evening activities and DAY 1 (Dinner) for those partaking the Sounds of Silence Dinner Departing Alice Springs at 2pm, we leave the tar and (additional expense), you’ll be picked up from the hit the dirt travelling directly to Kings Canyon via the hotel while the rest of us nd a remote location to four wheel drive Ernst Giles Road, visiting varying observe the famous changing colours of Uluru and sights along the way. On arrival at Kings Canyon Kata Tjuta at sunset, accompanied with canapés and Resort, check in to your 4 star hotel room and, wine or cool refreshments. After sunset we return time permitting, we will enjoy a sparkling wine with to the hotel for a beautiful 3 course dinner and chat a selection of canapés whilst watching the amazing about the day’s events. sunset on Carmichael Crag at the western end of • Kings Canyon • Kata Tjuta • Uluru Kings Canyon. Tonight, enjoy a sumptuous dinner at Sunset •Optional Sounds of Silence the Resort’s restaurant. • Field of Light (optional see page 4) • 4WD across Ernst Giles Road • Kings Canyon Sunset DAY 3 (Breakfast/Lunch*) We depart the Resort under darkness to a remote DAY 2 (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) location to witness sunrise over the mighty monolith Following breakfast we take a short drive to Kings of Uluru and the domes of Kata Tjuta. Guests Canyon for an early guided walk. The Rim Walk electing to climb Uluru will be given a breakfast box is botanically and spiritually rich, combined with and taken directly to the base to commence their astounding scenery such as the buttressed domes 2 - 2.5 hour climb (weather permitting) while those that surround the Amphitheatre, the Lost City and not climbing will return to the hotel for breakfast. Garden of Eden. The walk takes approximately 3 Anangu discourage people from climbing Uluru. We hours requiring a good tness level and for those will rendezvous with guests that climbed Uluru to wanting a softer option, there is the shorter and experience the wonderful walks around the base, easier Kings Creek walk leading into the centre of learning of the creation myths and fascinating geology the Canyon. Following the walk we make our way to of Uluru. For those departing from the Ayers Rock Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, stopping at Willonga Airport / Resort, your guide will deliver you by Well for lunch under the shade of mighty Desert Oaks 12.30pm and for those returning to Alice Springs, NOTE: Itinerary may change due to cultural reasons, seasonal with perhaps a glass or two of wine. On arrival at the we commence our journey back, stopping at Curtin changes, operational logistics and accessibility. *Lunch is only National Park, it’s a good time to stretch the legs at Springs Station for a typical Aussie BBQ lunch. We will included on Day 3 for passengers returning to Alice Springs. Kata Tjuta with the Walpa Gorge ‘Windy Gully’ walk, return you to your hotel at approximately 5.30pm All prices are per person. suitable for most tness levels. Returning to the hotel, after three days of stunning beauty and adventure. there’s time to prepare for the evening activities and • Sunrise Uluru• Uluru Base Walk

12 www.wayoutback.com.au THE TOP END

The Top End is a constantly changing environment packed with wildlife, indigenous Rock Art and owing waterfalls, all within reach of the vibrant city of Darwin. Kakadu, Litcheld, Arnhem Land and Nitmiluk (Katherine Gorge) National Parks are the iconic destinations of this remote frontier land.

Travel into Arnhem Land, spot crocodiles and an array of birdlife on a boat cruise, witness Rock Art created by the Indigenous custodians of this magical land with a small group of like-minded travellers.

Offering safaris year round, itineraries are adapted to suit the dramatic changes between the Wet and Dry seasons. Safaris are suitable for a range of budgets and include a choice of private campsites with permanent tents or air-conditioned lodge accommodation.

Physical ratings Our safaris are active adventures that include a fair amount of walking and Climate hiking. In the Top End you will visit locations in Kakadu and Litcheld The Top End's tropical climate is generally summarised into two seasons - National Parks where walks can range from a short walk to a lookout at the Wet (Nov-Apr) and the Dry (May-Oct) – which can make it pretty easy Florence Falls to clambering over large boulders in Jim Jim Falls. Most safaris to plan your visit. Regardless of the time of year light and comfortable will participate in moderate to challenging hikes. Our One Day Litcheld clothing, a water bottle (1.5litres minimum), wide-brimmed hat, swim wear, Safari offers easy to moderate hikes. towel sunscreen, insect repellent and torch are essential.

www.wayoutback.com.au 13 • LITCHFIELD NATIONAL PARK • TERMITE MOUNDS 1 DAY LITCHFIELD • FLORENCE FALLS • WANGI FALLS TOP END SAFARI TOUR CODE: WT01 • BULEY ROCKHOLE

please refer to page 3 for legend PRICE: $99 (Adult/Child 5-15 years) VALID: 01 April 20189 - 31 March 201 DEPARTS: DAILY Darwin: 7.00am RETURNS: Darwin: 5.30pm approximately TOUR PRICE INCLUDES: Professional guide, travel in an air-conditioned minibus, BBQ lunch, and drinking water (please provide your own bottle).

Spend the day with Wayoutback exploring Litcheld National Park, visiting the beautiful waterfalls, monsoon rainforest, bush walking tracks, swimming holes and amazing Magnetic and Cathedral Termite Mounds. Enjoy a BBQ lunch and relax in this truly amazing part of 'The Territory'.

DAY 1 (Lunch) of Litcheld National Park. Swim, hike and explore You will be collected from your Darwin accommodation Florence and Wangi Falls*. at approximately 7.00 am and then our adventure begins Enjoy a tasty BBQ lunch within the park and discover as we travel towards Litcheld National Park. A pleasant the many rock holes and cascading waterfalls of Buley NOTE: Itinerary may change due to cultural reasons, seasonal 90 minute drive south of Darwin, we view the magnetic Rockhole before our early evening arrival back in changes, operational logistics and accessibility. *Waterfalls may and cathedral termite mounds, an amazing architectural Darwin. be closed by park authorities due to water levels and as such feat containing arches, tunnels and chimneys. They are • Florence Falls • Wangi Falls • Buley alternatives will be offered. All prices are per person. plentiful in this region and can stand as high as 6 metres. Rockhole • BBQ lunch • Termite Mounds On arrival you will explore waterfalls, spring- fed streams and the rugged sandstone escarpments

• TWIN FALLS 1 DAY 4WD GECKO DREAMING • JIM JIM FALLS • REMOTE 4WD TRACKS TOP END SAFARI TOUR CODE: WTJ01

please refer to page 3 for legend PRICE: $195 (Adult) $145 (Child 5-15 years) Price does not include: Twin Falls seasonal boat shuttle: $12.50 payable direct. VALID: 01 June 20188 - 31 October 201 DEPARTS: DAILY Jabiru Kakadu Lodge: 6.30am Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel: 6.35am RETURNS: Jabiru: 3.00pm approximately TOUR PRICE INCLUDES: Professional guide, travel in an air-conditioned The jewels of Kakadu National Park await. Departing from your Jabiru accommodation we travel to Twin 4WD vehicle, picnic lunch and drinking water and Jim Jim Falls. Explore Twin Falls Gorge which is accessed by 4-wheel drive track, a boat shuttle service (please provide your own bottle). and a rocky walking track and oating boardwalk. Once there relax on the sandy banks and admire the falls. There’s more 4-wheel driving as we make our way to Jim Jim Falls where a walk through monsoon forests and over boulders takes us to the waterfall and plunge pool, surrounded by 150 metre cliffs.

DAY 1 (Lunch) We then walk through monsoon forests and over The jewels of Kakadu National Park await. Departing bouldersto take us to the waterfall and plunge pool which NOTE: Itinerary may change due to cultural reasons, seasonal from your Jabiru accommodation we travel to Twin and are surrounded by 150 metre cliffs. changes, operational logistics and accessibility. *Waterfalls may Jim Jim Falls. Explore Twin Falls Gorge which is accessed Including a picnic lunch this one day adventure is perfect be closed by park authorities due to water levels and as such by 4-wheel drive track, a boat shuttle service and a for those visiting Kakadu on a self-drive itinerary. alternatives will be offered. All prices are per person. rocky walking track and oating boardwalk. After lunch, • Twin Falls • Jim Jim Falls visit Jim Jim Falls.

14 www.wayoutback.com.au • MARY RIVER WETLANDS • LITCHFIELD NATIONAL PARK 3 DAY 4WD BUFFALO DREAMING • KAKADU NATIONAL PARK • TWIN AND JIM JIM FALLS TOP END SAFARI TOUR CODE: WT03

please refer to page 3 for legend PRICE: $560 (Adult) EARLY BIRD: Save $20 Price does not include: Park fee: 01 May – 14 May 2018 $25 15 May – 31 October 2018 $40 payable direct Twin Falls seasonal boat shuttle: $12.50 payable direct VALID: 01 May 20188 - 31 October 201 DEPARTS: DAILY EXCEPT THURSDAY Darwin: 6.0 0am RETURNS: Day 3 Darwin: 5.30pm approximately TOUR PRICE INCLUDES: Professional guide, travel in an air-conditioned 4WD, all meals (as listed on itineraries), camping equipment, Mary River Wetlands cruise and drinking water (please provide your own bottle).

This Wayoutback 3 day adventure offers a value for money Top End experience which features wildlife, waterfalls, wetlands and Aboriginal art and culture. Explore the landscape and waterfalls of Kakadu National Park (world heritage listed for both its cultural and natural values), and search for crocodiles and other wildlife on a billabong cruise on the Mary River Wetlands. Swim in plunge pools under waterfalls in Litcheld National Park and learn about the Aboriginal Dreamtime from your guide. Utilising private campsites with basic tents, this budget Safari is perfectly suited for those looking for an Adventure Safari without breaking the bank.

DAY 1 (Lunch/Dinner) Travelling into Twin Falls by 4WD track, a boat shuttle Departing your Darwin accommodation at and nally a rocky track and boardwalk we will be approximately 6.00am your Top End adventure begins rewarded by the beauty of this remote waterfall deep as we travel to the Mary River Wetlands for a crocodile within Kakadu National Park. and wildlife cruise. This region is home to over 250 bird Afterwards we stay off the beaten track where a walk species and has the highest concentration of saltwater through monsoon forests and over boulders leads us crocodiles in the Southern Hemisphere. Search for the to Jim Jim Falls. Surrounded by 150 metre cliffs, we mighty crocs who rule this waterway, and spot buffalo, spend some time soaking up the natural beauty of this birds and other wildlife. Our entrance to Kakadu majestic location. This afternoon we depart Kakadu National Park is at the South Alligator River, a picturesque National Park and travel towards Litcheld National location for a picnic lunch. Purchase Aboriginal arts and Park stopping along the way at our private campsite crafts at the Bowali Visitor Centre before our late for the evening. afternoon arrival at Ubirr. View a wide range of ancient • Twin Falls • Jim Jim Falls Aboriginal art which will be interpreted by your guide. Learn the story of the Rainbow Serpent and climb the DAY 3 (Breakfast/Lunch) Nadab Lookout for panoramic views over the oodplain Today is spent exploring the waterfalls, spring-fed and beyond into Arnhem Land. As the day draws to a streams and rugged sandstone escarpments of Litcheld close we head to our private campsite for dinner and our National Park. Marvel at the intriguing magnetic and overnight stay. cathedral termite mounds and swim, hike and explore • Crocodile and Wildlife Cruise • Bowali Florence and Wangi Falls*. Discover the many rock Visitor Centre • Ubirr holes and cascading waterfalls of Buley Rockhole before NOTE: Itinerary may change due to cultural reasons, seasonal our early evening arrival back in Darwin. changes, operational logistics and accessibility. *Waterfalls may be DAY 2 (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) • Termite mounds • Florence Falls closed by park authorities due to water levels. Sleeping bags are This morning the jewels of Kakadu National Park await. • Wangi Falls • Buley Rockhole not included and can be hired for $30. All prices are per person. After breakfast we travel off road to the majestic Twin and Jim Jim Falls* for a day of adventure and exploration.

www.wayoutback.com.au 15 • LITCHFIELD NATIONAL PARK • YELLOW WATERS CRUISE • KAKADU NATIONAL PARK 3 DAY 4WD DRAGONFLY DREAMING • REMOTE 4-WHEEL DRIVE TRACKS TOP END SAFARI (DRY SEASON) TOUR CODE: WT403/WTA403 • JIM JIM & TWIN FALLS

please refer to page 3 for legend CAMPING: $820 (Adult/Child 5-15 years) LODGE ACCOMMODATION: $1,140 (Adult/Child 5 - 15 years) Twin Share $1,460 (Adult) Single Price does not include: Park fee: 01 May - 14 May 2018 $25 15 May - 31 October 2018 $40 payable direct Twin Falls seasonal boat shuttle: $12.50 payable direct VALID: 01 May 20188 – 31 October 201 DEPARTS: DAILY Darwin: 6.0 0am RETURNS: Day 3 Darwin: 5.30pm approximately TOUR PRICE INCLUDES: Professional guide, travel in an air-conditioned 4WD vehicle, Yellow Waters cruise, all meals (as listed on itineraries), camping equipment including permanent tent with beds and mattress or air-conditioned lodge accommodation, a ll linen including pillow and pillowcase, tted sheet, sleeping bag hire, towel and drinking water (please provide your own bottle).

Wayoutback offers an authentic Top End adventure Safari with a touch of style and quality. Travelling with a maximum of 17 people in purpose built 4-wheel drive vehicles, stay in our private campsites complete with permanent safari tents. Swim in plunge pools under waterfalls in Litcheld National Park, learn about Aboriginal Culture from your guide at the Aboriginal art sites of Nourlangie and Ubirr and explore the landscape and waterfalls of Kakadu National Park (World Heritage listed for both its cultural and natural values). Travel along rocky 4-wheel drive tracks and take part in an iconic Yellow Waters Cruise.

DAY 1 (Lunch/Dinner) Later this afternoon we arrive at the culturally signicant You will be collected from your Darwin accommodation Aboriginal art site of Ubirr, located within the East Alligator at approximately 6.0 0am for the short journey to Litcheld region of the park. View a wide range of ancient Aboriginal National Park. Explore the waterfalls, spring-fed streams art, interpreted by your guide. Learn the story of the and rugged sandstone escarpments. Discover intriguing Rainbow Serpent and climb the Nadab Lookout for cathedral and magnetic termite mounds and swim, hike panoramic views over the oodplain and beyond into and explore Florence and Wangi Falls* before enjoying a Arnhem Land. After learning about the area, it’s time to picnic lunch. Afterwards we leave the highway behind and pick out a quiet spot to sit and watch the sunset over the hit the dirt travelling along the Marrakai Road before joining the Old Jim Jim Road taking us deep into Kakadu National Kakadu escarpment before making the short journey to Park. Travelling past billabongs and traversing water crossings our private campsite for the night. After dinner, retire to brings ample opportunity for wildlife spotting. Arrive at our your permanent tent or air-conditioned lodge private campsite before enjoying dinner. Afterwards retire to accommodation. your comfortable permanent tent or air-conditioned lodge • Yellow Waters cruise accommodation. • Nourlangie Aboriginal Art Site • Florence Falls • Wangi Falls • Outback • Bowali Visitor Centre tracks and 4 Wheel Driving • Ubirr Art Site and sunset

DAY 2 (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) DAY 3 (Breakfast/Lunch) Awake for breakfast this morning before joining an iconic Today the jewels of Kakadu National Park await. Yellow Waters cruise. A must do activity within Kakadu Departing early we travel to Twin and Jim Jim Falls. National Park, the award winning Yellow Waters cruise Explore Twin Falls Gorge which is accessed by 4-wheel is Aboriginal owned and centres around a spectacular drive track, a boat shuttle service and a rocky walking billabong system that is home to some remarkable and track and boardwalk. Once there relax on the sandy diverse wildlife. Spotting crocodiles is only one of the banks and admire the falls. There’s more 4-wheel driving many wildlife viewing opportunities on this unique water as we make our way to Jim Jim Falls where a walk system. Departing camp we travel to the Aboriginal art through monsoon forest and over boulders takes us to site of Nourlangie Rock. See how local Aboriginal people the waterfall and plunge pool which are surrounded by lived in this area through changing times. Environmental 150 metre cliffs. Spend the afternoon taking in the sheer and social changes are reected in the rock art and in beauty of your spectacular surrounds before we make the ground, where archaeologists have uncovered over our way back to Darwin and your accommodation 20,000 years of Aboriginal occupation. after three magical days of adventure and wildlife, rich in NOTE: Itinerary may change due to cultural reasons, seasonal After lunch visit the Bowali Visitor Centre, a Gun-djeihmi cultural history and natural beauty. changes, operational logistics and accessibility. * Waterfalls may name for the local area and creek on land owned by • Twin Falls • Jim Jim Falls be closed by park authorities due to water levels. All prices are the Mirarr clan. See the audio-visual presentations and per person. Marrawuddi Gallery showcasing Aboriginal art by artists from within Kakadu and the wider region.

16 www.wayoutback.com.au • LITCHFIELD NATIONAL PARK • YELLOW WATERS CRUISE 3 DAY 4WD DRAGONFLY DREAMING • KAKADU NATIONAL PARK • REMOTE 4-WHEEL DRIVE TRACKS TOP END SAFARI (WET SEASON) TOUR CODE: WT403/WTA403

please refer to page 3 for legend CAMPING: $720 (Adult/Child 5-15 years) LODGE ACCOMMODATION: $9 40 (Adult/Child 5 - 15 years) Twin Share $1,1 60 (Adult) Single Price does not include park fee:$25 payable direct VALID: 01 April 2018 – 30 April 2018 01 November 2018 – 31 March 2019 DEPARTS: DAILY Darwin: 6.0 0am RETURNS: Day 3 Darwin: 5.30pm approximately TOUR PRICE INCLUDES: Professional guide, travel in an air-conditioned 4WD vehicle, Yellow Waters cruise, all meals (as listed on itineraries), camping equipment including permanent tent with beds and mattress or air-conditioned lodge accommodation, a ll linen including pillow and pillowcase, tted sheet, sleeping bag hire, towel and drinking water (please provide your own bottle).

Photo: Shaana McNaught & Tourism NT Swim under waterfalls in Litcheld National Park and learn about Aboriginal Dreamtime from your guide. Explore the landscape and waterfalls of Kakadu National Park (World Heritage listed for both its cultural and natural values), travel along rocky 4-wheel drive tracks and search for crocodiles and other wildlife on a Yellow Waters cruise. DAY 1 (Lunch/Dinner) and diverse wildlife. Spotting crocodiles is only one Departing Darwin at approximately 6.0 0am, the rst of the many wildlife viewing opportunities on this stop on your adventure is Ubirr Rock, one of the main unique water system. Later, enjoy a half day hike cultural sites within Kakadu National Park. At Ubirr you and swim at the beautiful Gubara Springs* or Gunlom can view a wide range of Aboriginal rock art which will Falls* and walk to the top of the Nawurlandja lookout be interpreted by your guide. You will learn about the with spectacular views over Kakadu. Late afternoon Rainbow Serpent and climb the Nadab Lookout for we will drive to Mount Bundy, close to Litcheld excellent views over the surrounding oodplain and National Park where we spend the night at our private beyond into Arnhem Land. In the afternoon visit the campsite; in permanent tents or air-conditioned lodge Warradjan Cultural Centre to learn about the 40,000 accommodation. years of aboriginal occupation within the park. Tonight • Yellow Waters cruise • Gunlom Falls enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at our private • Gubara Springs • Nawurlandja Lookout campsite or air-conditioned lodge accommodation at • Mount Bundy Homestead Cooinda. • Ubirr Rock • Warradjan Cultural Centre DAY 3 (Breakfast/Lunch) • Cooinda Enjoy the short journey to Litcheld National Park. Explore the waterfalls, spring-fed streams and rugged DAY 2 (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) sandstone escarpments of Litcheld. Discover intriguing Rise early to enjoy a crocodile cruise on the Yellow NOTE: Itinerary may change due to cultural reasons, seasonal cathedral and magnetic termite mounds and swim, hike Waters billabong. A must do activity within Kakadu changes, operational logistics and accessibility. * Waterfalls may and explore Florence and Wangi Falls* as well as Buley be closed by park authorities due to water levels. All prices are National Park, the award winning Yellow Waters cruise Rockhole. Return to Darwin in the early evening. per person. is Aboriginal owned and centres around a spectacular • Termite mounds • Florence Falls billabong system that is home to some remarkable • Wangi Falls • Buley Rockhole

www.wayoutback.com.au 17 • KAKADU NATIONAL PARK • ARNHEM LAND 4 DAY 4WD ARNHEM LAND DREAMING • YELLOW WATERS CRUISE • TWIN AND JIM JIM FALLS TOP END SAFARI TOUR CODE: WTA04/WTAA04 • LITCHFIELD NATIONAL PARK

please refer to page 3 for legend CAMPING: $1,105 (Adult/Child 5-15 years) LODGE ACCOMMODATION: $1,585 (Adult/Child 5-15 years) Twin Share $2,065 (Adult) Single Price does not include: Park fee: $40 payable direct. Twin Falls seasonal boat shuttle: $12.50 payable direct VALID: 01 June 20188 – 31 October 201 DEPARTS: MON/TUE/WED/SAT/SUN Darwin: 6.0 0am 01 June - 30 September 2018 MON/WED/SAT 01 - 31 October 2018 RETURNS: Day 4 Darwin: 5.30pm approximately Photo: Jane Burhop Common Ventures & Tourism NT TOUR PRICE INCLUDES: Professional guide, travel in an air-conditioned 4WD vehicle, Yellow Waters cruise, all meals (as listed on itineraries), camping equipment including permanent tent with beds and mattress, a ll linen including pillow and pillowcase, tted sheet, sleeping bag, towel and drinking water (please provide your own bottle).

Adventure awaits in the Top End for those seeking an authentic indigenous experience. Explore Kakadu and Litcheld National Parks. Get up close and personal to a crocodile on a Yellow Waters cruise, explore Twin and Jim Jim Falls and spend a day in remote Arnhem Land; where you will see ancient rock art with anI ndigenous guide. Spend your nights in private campsites, marvelling at the clear southern skies. DAY 1 (Lunch/Dinner) panoramic views over the oodplain and beyond into Departing Darwin we make the short journey to Litcheld Arnhem Land. After learning about the area, it’s time to National Park. Explore the waterfalls, spring-fed streams pick out a quiet spot to sit while watching the sunset over and rugged sandstone escarpments. Discover intriguing the Kakadu escarpment before making the short journey cathedral and magnetic termite mounds and swim, hike to our campsite for the night or your lodge and explore Florence and Wangi Falls* before enjoying a accommodation. picnic lunch. Afterwards, we leave the highway behind and • Yellow Waters cruise hit the dirt travelling along the Marrakai Road taking us • Nourlangie Aboriginal Art Site deep into Kakadu National Park. Travelling past billabongs • Bowali Visitor Centre and traversing water crossings there are plenty of • Ubirr Art Site and sunset opportunities for wildlife spotting. Arrive at our private DAY 3 (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) campsite complete with comfortable permanent tents, or Today the jewels of Kakadu National Park await. your air-conditioned lodge accommodation where we Departing early travel to Twin and Jim Jim Falls. Explore spend the night. Twin Falls Gorge which is accessed by 4-wheel drive • Florence Falls • Wangi Falls track, a boat shuttle service and a rocky walking track • Outback tracks and 4 Wheel Driving and boardwalk. Once there relax on the sandy banks DAY 2 (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) and admire the falls. There’s more 4-wheel driving as we make our way to Jim Jim Falls where a walk through Awake for breakfast this morning before joining an iconic monsoon forest and over boulders takes us to the Yellow Waters cruise. A must do activity within Kakadu National Park, the award winning Yellow Waters cruise is waterfall and plunge pool which are surrounded by 150 Aboriginal owned and centres around a spectacular metre cliffs. Spend the afternoon taking in the sheer billabong system that is home to some remarkable wildlife. beauty of your spectacular surrounds before making our Spotting crocodiles is only one of the many wildlife viewing way back to camp for our last night in the wilderness or opportunities on this unique water system. Afterwards, to your lodge accommodation. travel to the Aboriginal art site of Nourlangie Rock. See • Twin Falls • Jim Jim Falls how local Aboriginal people lived in this area through changing times. Environmental and social changes are DAY 4 (Breakfast/Lunch) reserected in the rock art and in the ground, where Today, a once in a lifetime experience awaits. Travelling archaeologists have uncovered over 20,000 years of into remote western Arnhem Land you will witness Aboriginal occupation. After lunch visit the Bowali Visitor ancient aboriginal art brought to life by your Indigenous Centre, a Gun-djeihmi name for the local area and creek guide at Injalak Hill. Take in the amazing views across the on land owned by the Mirarr clan. See the audio-visual escarpment before travelling to the Injalak Art Centre presentations and Marrawuddi Gallery showcasing where you say goodbye to your Indigenous guide and Aboriginal art by artists from within Kakadu and the wider hello to some amazing art on offer or simply watch the region. NOTE: Itinerary may change due to cultural reasons, seasonal Indigenous artists at work. Travel back into Kakadu changes, operational logistics and accessibility. * Waterfalls may be Later this afternoon we arrive at the culturally signicant National Park before returning to cosmopolitan Darwin closed by park authorities due to water levels. Aboriginal cultural Aboriginal art site of Ubirr, located within the East Alligator and tales of the day’s adventures whilst reecting on the experiences may be cancelled and/or changed due to cultural region of the park. View a wide range of ancient Aboriginal profound effect this magical place has on people. festivals or events. All prices are per person. art, interpreted by your guide. Learn the story of the • Arnhem Land • Injalak Hill Rock Art Rainbow Serpent and climb the Nadab Lookout for • Injalak Art Centre

18 www.wayoutback.com.au • LITCHFIELD NATIONAL PARK • KAKADU NATIONAL PARK • YELLOW WATER CRUISE 5 DAY 4WD JABIRU DREAMING • TWIN AND JIM JIM FALLS TOP END SAFARI TOUR CODE: WT05 • NITMILUK (KATHERINE GORGE)

please refer to page 3 for legend CAMPING: $1,200 (Adult/Child 5 -15 years) Price does not include: Park fee: $40 payable direct Twin Falls seasonal boat shuttle: $12.50 payable direct. VALID: 01 June 20188 – 31 October 201 DEPARTS: MON/TUE/WED/SAT/SUN Darwin: 6.0 0am RETURNS: Day 5 Darwin: 5.30pm approximately TOUR PRICE INCLUDES: Professional guide, travel in an air-conditioned 4WD vehicle, Yellow Waters cruise, Top Didj Cultural Experience, all meals (as listed on itineraries), camping equipment including permanent tent with beds and mattress, all linen including pillow and pillowcase, tted sheet, sleeping bag, towel and drinking water (please provide your own bottle).

Adventure awaits you in the magical Top End. Swim in the clear rock holes and waterfalls of Litcheld National Park, explore Kakadu National Park, get up close and personal with a crocodile on a Yellow Waters Cruise and hike your way through the rugged terrain to Twin and Jim Jim Falls*. Travel to Nitmiluk National Park (Katherine Gorge) where you can paddle, cruise or walk the gorge and take part in an indigenous cultural experience that makes the Top End so unique. Spend your nights in private campsites, cooking over the campre and marvelling at the clears outhern skies.

DAY 1 (Lunch/Dinner) quiet spot to watch the sunset before making the short Departing Darwin at approximately 6.00am make the journey to our campsite for the night. short journey to Litcheld National Park. Explore the • Yellow Waters Cruise waterfalls, spring-fed streams and rugged sandstone • Nourlangie Aboriginal Art Site escarpments. Discover intriguing cathedral and magnetic • Bowali Visitor Centre termite mounds and swim, hike and explore Florence • Ubirr Art Site and sunset and Wangi Falls before enjoying a picnic lunch. Afterwards we leave the highway behind and hit the dirt DAY 3 (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) travelling along the Marrakai Road before taking us deep Departing early we travel to Twin and Jim Jim Falls, which is into Kakadu National Park. Travelling past billabongs and only accessed by 4-wheel drive track, a boat shuttle service traversing water crossings brings ample opportunity for and a rocky walking track and boardwalk. We’ll enjoy Twin wildlife spotting. Arrive at our private campsite at Falls before a walk through monsoon forest and over Cooinda, complete with comfortable permanent tents. boulders takes us to Jim Jim falls and plunge pool, which • Florence Falls • Wangi Falls are surrounded by 150 metre cliffs. • Outback tracks and 4 Wheel Driving • Twin Falls • Jim Jim Falls DAY 2 (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) DAY 4 (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) Awake for breakfast this morning before joining an iconic Today we head into Gunlom Falls for a full morning to Yellow Waters cruise. A must do activity within Kakadu enjoy all this spectacular area has to offer. Relax around National Park, the award winning YellowWaters cruise is the lower plunge pool before hiking to the top of the falls Aboriginal owned and centres around a spectacular where you can enjoy the many rock holes and the amazing billabong system that is home to some remarkable view on offer. After lunch we travel toward the Katherine wildlife. Spotting crocodiles is only one of the many Region, stopping at Edith Falls for a refreshing dip in the wildlife viewing opportunities on this unique water plunge pool. system. Departing camp we travel to nearby Nourlangie • Gunlom Falls • Edith Falls Rock. See how local Aboriginal people lived in this area • Katherine Region through changing times. Environmental and social changes are reected in the rock art and in the ground, DAY 5 (Breakfast/Lunch) where archaeologists have uncovered over 20,000 It's up early this morning to get into Nitmiluk National Park years of Aboriginal occupation. After lunch visit the (Katherine Gorge) for a boat cruise, canoe (both optional Bowali Visitor Centre where you can see the audio- and at own expense) or walk along the sheer rock walls visual presentations and Marrawuddi Gallery showcasing that make the area so spectacular. Spend some time Aboriginal art by artists from within Kakadu and the wider exploring the spiritual home of the Jawoyn Aboriginal NOTE: Itinerary may change due to cultural reasons, seasonal region. Later this afternoon we arrive at the Aboriginal art people before enjoying lunch. After enjoying the *Top changes, operational logistics and accessibility. *Waterfalls may be site of Ubirr. View a wide range of ancient Aboriginal art Didj Cultural Experience and contact with local artists, we’ll closed by park authorities due to water levels. Aboriginal cultural and learn the story of the Rainbow Serpent, then climb journey back to Darwin. experiences may be cancelled and/or changed due to cultural the Nadab Lookout for panoramic views over the • Nimiluk National Park (Katherine festivals or events. All prices are per person. oodplain and beyond into Arnhem Land. Pick out a Gorge) • *Top Didj Cultural Experience

www.wayoutback.com.au 19 • LITCHFIELD NATIONAL PARK • KAKADU NATIONAL PARK 5 DAY 4WD ARNHEM LAND DREAMING • YELLOW WATERS CRUISE • ARNHEM LAND TOP END SAFARI TOUR CODE: WTA05 • NITMILUK (KATHERINE GORGE)

please refer to page 3 for legend PRICE: $1,460 (Adult/Child 5-15 years) Price does not include park fee: $40 payable direct VALID: 01 June 20188 – 31 October 201 DEPARTS: MON/TUE/WED/SAT/SUN Darwin: 6.0 0am RETURNS: Day 5 Darwin: 5.30pm approximately TOUR PRICE INCLUDES: Professional guide, travel in an air-conditioned 4WD vehicle, Yellow Waters cruise, Top Didj Cultural Experience, all meals (as listed on itineraries), camping equipment including permanent tent with beds and mattress, all linen including pillow and pillowcase, tted sheet, sleeping bag hire, towel and drinking water (please provide your own bottle).

This is the ultimate Top End adventure and is a must do for those seeking an Indigenous experience. Explore Kakadu National Park, swim in the clear rock holes and waterfalls of Litcheld National Park, get up close and personal to a crocodile on a Yellow Waters Cruise, spend a day in remote Arnhem Land where you will see Ancient Rock art with an Indigenous guide, towering escarpments and billabongs full of wildlife. Travel to Nitmiluk National Park (Katherine Gorge) where you can paddle, cruise or walk the gorge and take part in an Indigenous cultural experience that makes the Top End so unique. Spend your nights in private campsites, cooking over the campre and marvelling at the clear southern skies.

DAY 1 (Lunch/Dinner) • Yellow Waters cruise • Nourlangie Depart Darwin at approximately 6.00am for the short Aboriginal Art Site • Bowali Visitor journey to Litcheld National Park. Explore the waterfalls, Centre • Ubirr Art Site and sunset spring-fed streams and rugged sandstone escarpments, discover intriguing cathedral and magnetic termite DAY 3 (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) mounds and swim, hike and explore Florence and Wangi Today, a once in a lifetime experience awaits. Travelling Falls before enjoying a picnic lunch. Afterwards we leave into remote western Arnhem Land you will see ancient the highway behind and hit the dirt travelling along the Aboriginal Art brought to life by your Indigenous guide at Marrakai Road taking us deep into Kakadu National Park. Injalak Hill. Take in the amazing views across the Travelling past billabongs and traversing water crossings escarpment before travelling to the Injalak Art Centre to brings ample opportunity for wildlife spotting. Arrive at our see the art on offer and watch the artists at work. You’ll private campsite at Cooinda, complete with comfortable get to see more of this remote country and some of its permanent tents. wildlife as you head back to camp for the night. • Arnhem Land • Injalak Hill Rock Art • Florence Falls • Wangi Falls • Injalak Art Centre • Outback tracks and 4 Wheel Driving DAY 4 (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) DAY 2 (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) Today we head into Gunlom Falls for the morning to Join an iconic Yellow Waters cruise this morning. enjoy all this spectacular area has to offer. Relax around Aboriginal owned and operated the cruise centres around the lower plunge pool before hiking to the top of the falls a spectacular billabong system that is home to some where you can enjoy the many rock holes and the remarkable and diverse wildlife. Spotting crocodiles is only amazing view on offer. After lunch we travel toward the one of the many wildlife viewing opportunities on this Katherine Region, stopping at Edith Falls for a refreshing unique water system. Departing camp we travel to nearby dip in the plunge pool, before retiring to our private Nourlangie Rock. See how local Aboriginal people lived in campsite. this area through changing times. Environmental and social •GunlomFalls•EdithFalls changes are reected in the rock art and in the ground, • Katherine Region where archaeologists have uncovered over 20,000 years of Aboriginal occupation. After lunch visit the Bowali Visitor DAY 5 (Breakfast/Lunch) Centre where you can see the audio-visual presentations It's up early this morning to get into Nitmiluk National Park and Marrawuddi Gallery showcasing Aboriginal art by (Katherine Gorge) for a boat cruise, canoe (both optional artists from within Kakadu and the wider region. This and at own expense) or walk along the sheer rock walls that afternoon we arrive at the Aboriginal art site of Ubirr. View make the area so spectacular. Spend some time exploring a wide range of ancient Aboriginal art and learn the story of the spiritual home of the Jawoyn Aboriginal people before NOTE: Itinerary may change due to cultural reasons, seasonal the Rainbow Serpent, then climb the Nadab Lookout for changes, operational logistics and accessibility. *Waterfalls may be enjoying lunch. After enjoying the *Top Didj Cultural closed by park authorities due to water levels. Aboriginal cultural panoramic views over the oodplain and beyond into Experience and contact with local artists, we’ll journey back experiences may be cancelled and/or changed due to cultural Arnhem Land. Pick out a quiet spot to watch the sunset to Darwin. festivals or events. All prices are per person. before making the short journey to our campsite for the • Nimiluk National Park (Katherine night. Gorge) • *Top Didj Cultural Experience

20 www.wayoutback.com.au BOOK MORE THAN 90 DAYS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE AND SAVE UP TO $50 PER PERSON PACKAGES WITH OUR EARLYBIRD RATES

Explore the contrasting diversity of the Northern Territory on a Wayoutback package. From the Red Centre and its iconic Ulur u to the incredible waterfalls of Kakadu National Park in the Top End, the Stuart Highway links Darwin and Alice Springs, offering amazing sights along the way. See the incredible balanced rocks of Karlu Karlu (Devils Marbles), swim in the crystal clear Mataranka ThermalP ools, take to the water at Nitmiluk National Park (Katherine Gorge) and visit the historic Daly Waters Pub, established in 1930 and a reminder of early settler life in the Australian outback. Our packages are designed to make it easy to experience these remote outback areas and include transportation in comfortable air-conditioned vehicles, experienced guides and hearty meals, leaving you free to sit back and enjoy the ride. Offering great value, packages range from 6 to 11 days in duration. Experience all the iconic sights the entire Northern Territory has on offer on our Crocodile Rock package or join our shorter 6 and 7 day packages to see select highlights. You can also upgrade your Red Centre and Top End Safaris to our 4WD small group experiences which include private campsites complete with permanent tents.

DALY WATERS DEVILS MARBLES (KARLU KARLU) Daly WatersP ub is a typical “Outback Aussie pub” with a colourful history. It is The internationally recognised Devils Marbles are a series of giant granite located approximately 600k ms south of Darwin and 900kms north of Alice boulders that are deep red in colour and are located approximately 400km Springs in a location that the locals can only describe as the middle of “Whoop north of Alice springs in the traditional country of the Warumungu, Kaytetye, Whoop”. The pub itself was established in 1930 and stands as a current day Alyawarra and Warlpiri people. The site has great signicance to the traditional reminder of early settler life in outback Australia. Upon visiting this once in a owners who refer to the boulders as “Karlu Karlu”. In a historic ceremony lifetime Australian icon, you will nd exactly how you can leave your mark on in 2008, ownership of the reserve was ofcially given back to the traditional this weird and wonderful place over a couple of well earnt ice cold beers with owners and the conservation reserve is now jointly managed by park rangers your mates. and the local custodians.

www.wayoutback.com.au 21 • NITMILUK (KATHERINE GORGE) • MATARANKA THERMAL POOLS 3 DAY CICADA DREAMING • KARLU KARLU (DEVILS MARBLES) • TROPIC OF CAPRICORN DARWIN <> ALICE SPRINGS TOUR CODE: WDA04/ WAD04

please refer to page 3 for legend PRICE: $490 (Adult) VALID: 01 April 20189 - 31 March 201 DARWIN TO ALICE SPRINGS DEPARTS: 6.00am 01 Apr 18 - 31 Oct 1 8 TUE/SAT 01 Nov 18 - 31 Mar 1 9 SAT FINISHES: Day 3 Alice Springs: 5.30pm approximately ALICE SPRINGS TO DARWIN DEPARTS: 6.00am 01 Apr 188 - 31 Oct 1 TUE/SAT 01 Nov 18 - 31 Mar 1 9 TUE FINISHES: Day 3 Darwin: 5.30pm approximately TOUR PRICE INCLUDES: Professional guide, travel in an air-conditioned minibus, all meals (as listed on itineraries), camping equipment, drinking water (please provide your own bottle).

There is a lot to see between Darwin and Alice Springs and this Wayoutback 3 day adventure offers a value for money experience. You will have the opportunity to paddle along the peaceful waters of Katherine Gorge, soak in the Mataranka Thermal Pools, stop for a cold drink at the historic Daly Waters Pub (home of Australia’s rst international airport!) and explore the precariously balanced Devils Marbles.

DAY 1 (Lunch/Dinner) the Daly Waters Pub, an important watering hole for You will be collected from your Darwin accommodation explorers and drovers in days gone by and now a great at approximately 6.00am and then our adventure spot for a cold beer and a bit of history! Our day winds through the ‘Territory’ to Alice Springs begins. The to a close at historic Banka Banka Cattle Station where afternoon is spent at Nitmiluk (Katherine Gorge) we camp for the night. National Park which is owned by the Jawoyn Aboriginal • Mataranka Thermal Pools • Daly Waters people. Ancient sandstone has been carved away by Pub • Banka Banka Cattle Station the Katherine River to create a deep and picturesque gorge. You may like to take a boat cruise or paddle a DAY 3 (Breakfast/Lunch) canoe (seasonal and subject to availability) through the We pass through Tennant Creek and then further peaceful water (both optional and additional cost). It’s a along the track are the Devils Marbles (Karlu Karlu), little further on to our camp near Katherine. a collection of gigantic granite boulders magically • Nitmiluk (Katherine Gorge) balanced on top of one another. Later in the day National Park we cross the Tropic of Capricorn (only 20% of the Northern Territory lays south of this point) NOTE: Itinerary may change due to cultural reasons, seasonal DAY 2 (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) then a short time later we arrive into Alice Springs. changes, operational logistics and accessibility. Sleeping bags are not A great start to the day is a soak in the Mataranka • Karlu Karlu (Devils Marbles) included and can be hired for $30. All prices are per person. Thermal Pools, a lush oasis fringed by paperbark trees. •TropicofCapricorn No trip to the ‘Territory’ is complete without a visit to

22 www.wayoutback.com.au • KAKADU NATIONAL PARK • LITCHFIELD NATIONAL PARK 6 DAY NORTHERN EXPOSURE • NITMILUK (KATHERINE GORGE) • MATARANKA THERMAL POOLS DARWIN › ALICE SPRINGS TOUR CODE: WP05/WP05T/WP05S • KARLU KARLU (DEVILS MARBLES)

TOUR ALSO RUNS IN REVERSE please refer to page 3 for legend WP05: $1,025 Dorm/Camping (Adult) WP05T: $1,070 Twin/Camping (Adult) WP05S: $1,110 Single/Camping (Adult) EARLYBIRD: Save $50 per person Price does not include: Park fee: $25 - 01 April - 14 May 2018 and 01 Nov 2018 - 31Mar 2019 $40 - 15 May 2018 - 31 Oct 2018 payable direct Twin Falls seasonal boat shuttle: $12.50 payable direct. VALID: 01 April 20189 - 31 March 201 DEPARTS: 01 Apr 18 – 31 Oct 1 8 WED/SAT 01 Nov 18 – 31 Mar 1 9 WED Darwin: 6.0 0am FINISHES: Day 6 Alice Springs only: 5.30pm approximately TOUR PRICE INCLUDES: Professional guide, travel in an air-conditioned 4WD (Day 1-3) and air-conditioned minibus (Day 4-6), all meals (as listed on itineraries), camping equipment and drinking water (please provide your own bottle). Camping is in swags days 4-6. This 6 day adventure offers a value for money Northern Territory experience. Experience a 4 Wheel drive camping safari through Kakadu and Litcheld National Parks, 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 Ka rlu Karlu (Devils Marbles). Have a beer at the Daly Waters Pub and nish in Alice Springs, the heart of Australia. DAY 1 (Lunch/Dinner) arrival back in Darwin. (Overnight Multi Share dormitory You will be collected from your Darwin accommodation or Twin/Singleaccommodation is included). at approximately 6.0 0am where our Top End adventure • Termite Mounds • Florence Falls begins as we travel to the Mary River Wetlands for our • Wangi Falls • Buley Rockhole • Darwin cruise. This region is home to over 250 bird species and DAY 4 (Lunch/Dinner) has the highest concentration of saltwater crocodiles in the You will be collected from your Darwin accommodation Southern Hemisphere. Search for the mighty crocs who at approximately 6.00am when our adventure through rule this waterway, spot buffalo, birds and other wildlife. the ‘Territory’ to Alice Springs begins. The afternoon is We enter Kakadu National Park at the South Alligator spent at Nitmiluk (Katherine Gorge) National Park. Ancient River and spend some time at the Bowali Visitor Centre sandstone has been carved away by the Katherine River before heading to Ubirr. Here you will view a wide range to create a deep and picturesque gorge. You may like to of ancient Aboriginal art which will be interpreted by your take a boat cruise or paddle a canoe (both optional and guide. additional cost) before journeying to our nearby campsite. • Crocodile and Wildlife cruise • Nitmiluk (Katherine Gorge) • Bowali Visitor Centre • Ubirr Art Site National Park

DAY 2 (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) DAY 5 (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) After departing camp we travel off road to the majestic A great start to the day is a soak in the Mataranka Thermal Twin and Jim Falls* for a day of adventure and exploration. Pools, a lush oasis fringed by paperbark trees. No trip Travelling into Twin Falls by 4WD track, a boat shuttle and to the ‘Territory’ is complete without a visit to the Daly nally a rocky track and boardwalk we will be rewarded Waters Pub, an important watering hole for explorers and by the beauty of this remote waterfall deep within Kakadu drovers. Our day winds to a close at historic Banka Banka National Park. Afterwards we stay off the beaten track Cattle Station where we camp for the night. where a walk through monsoon forests and over boulders • Mataranka Thermal Pools leads us to Jim Jim Falls, surrounded by 150 metre cliffs. This • Daly Waters Pub afternoon we travel towards Litcheld National Park where • Banka Banka Cattle Station we will stop along the way at our private campsite. • Twin Falls • Jim Jim Falls DAY 6 (Breakfast/Lunch) We pass through TennantCreek and then further along the track is Karlu Karlu (Devils Marbles) which are a collection DAY 3 (Breakfast/Lunch) of gigantic granite boulders magically balanced on top NOTE: Itinerary may change due to cultural reasons, seasonal Todayis spent exploring the waterfalls, spring-fed streams of one another. Later in the day we cross the Tropic of changes, operational logistics and accessibility. * Waterfalls may be and rugged sandstone escarpments of Litcheld National Capricorn (only 20% of the Northern Territory lies south closed by park authorities due to water levels. From November Park. Marvel at the intriguing magnetic and cathedral of this point) then a short time later we arrive into Alice to April, receive a complimentary upgrade to the Dragony termite mounds and swim, hike and explore Florence and Springs. Dreaming Safari (page 17 ) on days 1-3. Sleeping bags are not Wangi Falls*. Discover the many rock holes and cascading • Karlu Karlu (Devils Marbles) included and can be hired for $50. All prices are per person. waterfalls of Buley Rockhole before our early evening •TropicofCapricorn

www.wayoutback.com.au 23 • MARY RIVER • KAKADU NATIONAL PARK 10 DAY CROCODILE ROCK • LITCHFIELD NATIONAL PARK • NITMILUK (KATHERINE GORGE) DARWIN › ALICE SPRINGS TOUR CODE: WP01/WP01T/WP01S

please refer to page 3 for legend DARWIN TO ALICE SPRINGS WP01: $1,395 Dorm/Camping (Adult) WP01T: $1,525 Twin/Camping (Adult) WP01S: $1,655 Single/Camping (Adult) EARLYBIRD: Save $50 per person Price does not include: Park fee: $50 01 April - 14 May 2018 and 01 November 20189 - 31 March 201 $65 15 May 20188 - 31 October 201 payable direct Twin Falls seasonal boat shuttle: $12.50 payable direct VALID: 01 April 20189 - 31 March 201 Package including 2 nights Darwin and 1 night Alice Springs between Safaris DEPARTS: 01 Apr 18 – 31 Oct 1 8 TUE/FRI 01 Nov 18 – 31 Mar 1 9 TUE Package including 1 night Darwin and 2 nights Alice Springs between Safaris DEPARTS: 01 Apr 18 – 31 Oct 1 8 WED/SAT 01 Nov 18 – 31 Mar 1 9 WED Darwin: 6.0 0am FINISHES: Day 10 Alice Springs: 5.30pm approximately This Wayoutback 10 day adventure offers a value for money Northern Territory experience with loads and loads of inclusions..... 9 days of guided touring, 21 meals, 6 nights camping, 3 nights budget DARWIN TO AYERS ROCK accommodation and all of this while travelling with other fun loving and active travellers from all over (11 DAY) the world.... and of course there is also plenty of hiking, swimming and exploring from the Top End Includes an additional night’s accommodation in to the Red Centre! Alice Springs on Day 10 and a transfer to Ayers Rock Resort/Airport on Day 11 DAY 1 (Lunch/Dinner) Jim Jim Falls. Surrounded by 150 metre cliffs, we spend You will be collected from your Darwin accommodation some time soaking up the natural beauty of this majestic TOUR CODE WP01G, WP01TG, WP01SG at approximately 6.0 0am where our Top End adventure location. This afternoon we depart Kakadu National WP01G: $1,475 Dorm/Camping (Adult) begins as we travel to the Mary River Wetlands for our Park and travel towards Litcheld National Park where cruise. This region is home to over 250 bird species and we will stop along the way at our private campsite. WP01TG: $1,605 Twin/Camping (Adult) has the highest concentration of saltwater crocodiles in • Twin Falls • Jim Jim Falls WP01SG: $1,735 Single/Camping (Adult) the Southern Hemisphere. Search for the mighty crocs EARLYBIRD: Save $50 per person who rule this waterway and spot buffalo, birds and DAY 3 (Breakfast/Lunch) other wildlife. Our entrance to Kakadu National Park Today is spent exploring the waterfalls, spring-fed Price does not include: is at the South Alligator River, a picturesque location streams and rugged sandstone escarpments of Litcheld Park fee: $50 01 April - 14 May 2018 and for a picnic lunch. There’s the opportunity to purchase National Park. Marvel at the intriguing magnetic and 01 November 20189 - 31 March 201 and Aboriginal arts and crafts at the Bowali Visitor Centre cathedral termite mounds and swim, hike and explore $65 15 May 20188 - 31 October 201 payable direct before our late afternoon arrival at Ubirr. Here you will Florence and Wangi Falls*. Discover the many rock view a wide range of ancient Aboriginal art which will holes and cascading waterfalls of Buley Rockhole before Twin Falls seasonal boat shuttle: $12.50 payable direct be interpreted by your guide. Learn the story of the our early evening arrival back in Darwin. VALID: 01 April 20189 - 31 March 201 Rainbow Serpent and climb the Nadab Lookout for Note: This package can be taken with 1 night Darwin and Package including 2 nights Darwin and 1 night Alice panoramic views over the oodplain and beyond into 2 nights Alice Springs (with a full, free day in Alice Springs) Arnhem Land. As the day draws to a close we head to OR 2 nights Darwin and 1 night Alice Springs (with a full, Springs between Safaris our private campsite for dinner and our overnight stay. free day in Darwin instead) in between safaris. If you DEPARTS: • Crocodile and Wildlife cruise choose the 2 nights Darwin option you will enjoy a full day 01 Apr 18 – 31 Oct 1 8 TUE/FRI • Bowali Visitor Centre • Ubirr in the city tomorrow and begin your journey toward 01 Nov 18 – 31 Mar 1 9 TUE Alice Springs on Day 5. See pricing for departure days. Package including 1 night Darwin and 2 nights Alice DAY 2 (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) • Termite Mounds • Florence Falls Springs between Safaris This morning the jewels of Kakadu National Park await. • Wangi Falls • Buley Rockhole After breakfast and departing camp we travel off road DEPARTS: to the majestic Twin and Jim Jim Falls* for a day of DAY 4 (Lunch/Dinner) 01 Apr 18 – 31 Oct 1 8 WED/SAT adventure and exploration. Travelling into Twin Falls You will be collected from your Darwin accommodation 01 Nov 18 – 31 Mar 1 9 WED by 4WD track, a boat shuttle and nally a rocky track at approximately 6.00 am when our adventure through Darwin: 6.30am and boardwalk we will be rewarded by the beauty of the ‘Territory’ to Alice Springs begins. The afternoon is FINISHES: Day 11 this remote waterfall deep within Kakadu National Park. spent at Nitmiluk (Katherine Gorge) National Park which Ayers Rock Airport: 11.15am approximately. Afterwards we stay off the beaten track where a walk is owned by the Jawoyn Aboriginal people. Ancient Outback Pioneer Hotel: 1.00pm approximately through monsoon forests and over boulders lead us to sandstone has been carved away by the Katherine River

24 www.wayoutback.com.au • KARLU KARLU (DEVILS MARBLES) • ULURU (AYERS ROCK) 10 DAY CROCODILE ROCK • KATA TJUTA (THE OLGAS) ALICE SPRINGS › DARWIN TOUR CODE: WP02/WP02T/ WP02S • KINGS CANYON (WATARRKA)

TOUR ALSO RUNS IN REVERSE FROM ALICE SPRINGS TO please refer to page 3 for legend DARWIN ALICE SPRINGS TO DARWIN WP02: $1,395 Dorm/Camping (Adult) WP02T: $1,525 Twin/Camping (Adult) WP02S: $1,655 Single/Camping (Adult) EARLYBIRD: Save $50 per person Price does not include: Park fee: $50 01 April - 14 May 2018 and 01 November - 31 March 2019 $65 15 May - 31 October 2018 payable direct* Twin Falls seasonal boat shuttle: $12.5 0 payable direct VALID: 01 April 20189 - 31 March 201 Package including 2 nights Alice Springs and 1 night Darwin between Safaris DEPARTS: 01 Apr 18 – 31 Oct 1 8 TUE/FRI 01 Nov 18 – 31 Mar 1 9 FRI Package including 1 night Alice Springs and 2 nights Darwin between Safaris DEPARTS: 01 Apr 18 – 31 Oct 1 8 WED/SAT 01 Nov 189 – 31 Mar 1 SAT Alice Springs: 5.00am Outback Pioneer Hotel, Ayers Rock Resort: 1.00pm Ayers Rock Airport: Please advise ight number to create a deep and picturesque gorge. You may like DAY 8 (Lunch/Dinner) when booking to take a boat cruise or paddle a canoe through the It’s an early rise this morning where you will make the FINISHES: Day 10 peaceful water (both optional and additional cost) before journey to Ayers Rock. This afternoon embark on an Darwin: 5.30pm approximately journeying to our nearby campsite. interpretive base walk of Uluru. The Cultural Centre is • Nitmiluk (Katherine Gorge) impressive and well worth a visit before watching the TOUR PRICE INCLUDES: Professional guide, National Park ever changing colours of Ulur u at sunset. After dinner, travel in an air-conditioned minibus, all meals (as some stories and stargazing, it’s time for a good night’s listed on itineraries), camping equipment and DAY 5 (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) rest at our private campsite before another active day drinking water (please provide your own bottle). A great start to the day, is a soak in the Mataranka tomorrow. Thermal Pools, a lush oasis fringed by paperbark trees. • Uluru • Uluru Base Walk • Cultural No trip to the ‘Territory’ is complete without a visit Centre • Sunset at Uluru to the Daly Waters Pub, an important watering hole for explorers and drovers. Our day winds to a close DAY 9 (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) at historic BankaBanka Cattle Station where we Wake early to enjoy an incredible Ulur u sunrise, camp for the night. then take a short drive to Kata Tjut a (the Olgas), an • Mataranka Thermal Pools • Daly Aboriginal word for ‘many heads’. Enjoy a hike through Waters Pub • Banka Banka Cattle the Valley of the Winds to experience this unique site. Station After lunch it’s farewell to Ulurt u – Kata Tju a National Park as we travel to Kings Creek Station to spend the DAY 6 (Breakfast/Lunch) night in your swag. We pass through Tennant Creek and then further • Uluru / Kata Tjutta a Sunrise • Kata Tju along the track are the Karlu Karlu (Devils Marbles) • Kings Creek Station which are a collection of gigantic granite boulders magically balanced on top of one another. Later in the DAY 10 (Breakfast/Lunch) day we cross the Tropic of Capricorn (only 20% of This morning we enter the Watarrka (Kings Canyon) the Northern Territory lies south of this point) then a National Park, home of a mighty chasm with sheer short time later we arrive into Alice Springs. Two nights' red rock faces which soar over 100 metres above lush dorm or budget ensuite Twin/Single accommodation in palm forests. The rim of Kings Canyon is a 6km round Alice Springs is included (For passengers on 2 nights Alice trip walk and you will visit the Amphitheatre, Lost Springs option only). City and tranquil Garden of Eden. After our nal meal • Karlu Karlu (Devils Marbles) together we begin our journey back to Alice Springs NOTE: Itinerary may change due to cultural reasons, seasonal • Tropic of Capricorn arriving in the late afternoon. changes,operational logistics and accessibility. Camping is in swags • Watarrka (Kings Canyon) National Park on this safari for days 4-6 and 8-10 (commencing Darwin) or days DAY 7 • Alice Springs 1-3 and 5-7 (commencing Alice Springs). Tent hire is available in the Red Centre for an additional $60 per person payable direct A day at leisure to either relax or explore the Red on day of travel. Waterfalls may be closed by park authorities due Centre township of Alice Springs. All activities and to water levels. meals are at your own expense. Dorm or budget * Lunch is only included for passengers joining in Alice Springs. ensuite Twin/Single accommodation in Alice Springs is From November to April the 3 Day Top End itinerary is altered included. For passengers on the 2 nights Darwin option and upgraded to our Dragony Dreaming itinerary and inclusions. you will be arriving in Alice Springs this evening and will Please see page 17 for details. Sleeping bags are not included and only spend 1 night in Alice Springs. can be hired for $50. All prices are per person. • Alice Springs

www.wayoutback.com.au 25 • ULURU (AYERS ROCK) • KATA TJUTA (THE OLGAS) 7 DAY ROCK TO TOP • KINGS CANYON (WATARRKA) • KARLU KARLU (DEVILS MARBLES) DARWIN TOUR CODE: WP06/WP06T/WP06S • NITMILUK (KATHERINE GORGE) TOUR ALSO RUNS IN REVERSE

please refer to page 3 for legend WP06: $855 Dorm/Camping (Adult) WP06T: $955 Twin/Camping (Adult) WP06S: $1,055 Single/Camping (Adult) EARLYBIRD: Save $50 per person Price does not include park fee: $25 payable direct VALID: 01 April 20189 - 31 March 201 DEPARTS: 01 Apr 18 – 31 Oct 1 8 TUE/FRI 01 Nov 18 – 31 Mar 1 9 FRI Alice Springs: 5.00am Outback Pioneer Hotel, Ayers Rock Resort:1.00pm Ayers Rock Airport: Please advise ight number when booking FINISHES: Day 7 Darwin: 5.30pm approximately TOUR PRICE INCLUDES: Professional guide, travel in an air-conditioned minibus, all meals (as listed on itineraries), camping equipment and drinking water (please provide your own bottle).

Experience a camping safari through the Red Centre over 3 days and 2 nights, spend a full day in Alice Springs before travelling up ‘the track', visiting the icons of Karlu Karlu (Devils Marbles), Mataranka and Nitmiluk National Park (Katherine Gorge). Have a beer at the Daly Waters Pub and nish in Darwin, the capital of the Northern Territory renowned for its spectacular sunsets and colourful markets.

DAY 1 (Lunch*/Dinner) your own expense. Multi-share dormitory or Budget It’s an early rise if you are joining us in Alice Springs where (Twin/Single) accommodation in Alice Springs is included. you will make the journey to Ayers Rock where we will • Alice Springs meet our fellow travellers joining us there. This afternoon embark on an interpretive base walk of Ulur u. The DAY 5 (Lunch/Dinner) Cultural Centre is impressive and well worth a visit before You will be collected from your Alice Springs watching the ever changing colours of Ulur u at sunset. accommodation at approximately 6.00 am and then our • Ulurr u • Ulu u Base Walk • Cultural adventure through the ‘Territory’ to Darwin begins. Just Centre • Sunset at Uluru north of Alice Springs is the Tropic of Capricorn (80% of the Northern Territory lays north of this point). Further DAY 2 (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) along the track are Karlu Karlu (Devils Marbles) which are Your guide will wake you bright and early to experience a a collection of gigantic granite boulders magically balanced memorable Ulur u sunrise. Then it’s a short drive to Kata on top of one another. Our day winds to a close just north Tjuta (the Olgas), an Aboriginal word for “many heads”, to of Tennant Creek at historic Banka Banka Cattle Station. explore its many domes. We’ll walk the Valley of the Winds • Tropic of Capricorn • Karlu Karlu (Devils through creek beds, domes and beautiful wilderness. After Marbles)• Banka Banka Cattle Station lunch we travel to Kings Creek Station where we camp for the night. DAY 6 (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) • Ulurt u / Kata Tju a Sunrise • Kata Tju taNo trip to the ‘Territory’ is complete without a visit to the • Kings Creek Station Daly Waters Pub, an important watering hole for explorers and drovers in days gone by. Later, you can take a soak DAY 3 (Breakfast/Lunch) in the Mataranka Thermal Pools, a lush oasis fringed by This morning we enter Watarrka (Kings Canyon) National paperbark trees before journeying to Katherine and our Park, with sheer red rock faces which soar over 100 metres overnight camp. above lush palm forests. The rim of Kings Canyon is a 6km • Daly Waters Pub round trip walk where you will visit the Amphitheatre, • Mataranka Thermal Pools Lost City and tranquil Garden of Eden. After lunch, we begin our journey back to Alice Springs arriving in the late DAY 7 (Breakfast/Lunch) afternoon. Two nights Multi share dormitory or Budget Your guide will wake you early this morning for the short NOTE: Itinerary may change due to cultural reasons, seasonal (Twin/Single) accommodation in Alice Springs is included. drive to the Nitmiluk (Katherine Gorge) National Park. changes, operational logistics and accessibility. *Lunch is only • Watarrka (Kings Canyon) National Park You may like to take a boat cruise or paddle a canoe (both included for passengers departing from Alice Springs. Tent hire is • Alice Springs optional and additional cost). In the afternoon, relax and available in the Red Centre for an additional $60 per person watch the changing landscape as we travel to cosmopolitan payable directon day of travel . Sleeping bags are not included and DAY 4 Darwin. can be hired for $50. All prices are per person. A day of leisure to either relax or explore the Red Centre • Nitmiluk (Katherine Gorge) township of Alice Springs. All activities and meals are at National Park • Darwin

26 www.wayoutback.com.au WALKING COUNTRY PRIVATE CHARTERS AND GROUPS

Ever dreamt of experiencing the heartbeat of the Red Centre or the lush waterfalls and ancient history of Australia’s Top End? Imagine yourself cooking over a campre, sleeping out under the stars in an Aussie swag, cruising on a billabong searching for ‘crocs’, swimming under tropical waterfalls, seeing some of the greatest sights Australia has to offer and doing it just with your family or friends? WITH A PRIVATE CHARTER YOU CAN DO EXACTLY OUR VEHICLE FLEET THIS! If your desire is to go off-road, choose from one of our air- A private charter with Walking Country, owned and operated by conditioned purpose built 4WD vehicles from our eet of either Wayoutback, takes the hassle out of planning your holiday. We ToyotaLandcruiser, Landrover Discovery, Mitsubishi or Isuzu vehicles, provide all the necessary camping equipment or hotels, arrange ranging from 6-23 seat capacity. If you plan to stay on the main roads, meals, permits, entry and tours, provide the right vehicle and our eet also includes 21-27 seat air-conditioned minibuses right combine that with a passionate and enthusiastic tour guide! through to large touring coaches. OUR EXCEPTIONAL GUIDES INDIGENOUS EXPERIENCES Our guides are accredited, highly experienced, knowledgeable and If you are interested in meeting with local Aboriginals and experiencing friendly. They all have in-depth knowledge of Australian history, their unique culture and way of life, we can include a visit to Oak Aboriginal culture as well as our regional ora, fauna and geology, not Valley Aboriginal Community or Rainbow Valley in the heart of the to mention some of the nest bush chefs in the business! We assist Red Centre. In the Top End you may be interested in visiting remote you in creating your own personal itinerary with as much exibility Arnhem Land and discovering its rich culture and history. For an as you like. in-depth insight into Aboriginal life and community we have Aboriginal hosts who can join our safaris. Getting involved in the day-to-day INCLUSIONS TAILORED TO SUIT YOUR INDIVIDUAL operation of the tour including cooking traditional foods with ancient NEEDS AND DESIRES. methods, imparting their knowledge of the bush and sharing cultural stories, this is sure to be a once in a lifetime experience. Inclusions can be as few or as many as you wish, with options such as a helicopter ight over Ulur u (Ayers Rock) or visiting ancient rock art YOUR GROUP SIZE in Arnhem Land. Maybe a private tour of a remote cattle station such as Ambalindum or Kings Creek Station is to your liking? We take care We cater for groups large and small. We are highly experienced of your meal and beverage requirements as well as looking after all of in delivering private touring for couples and families, corporate your accommodation needs. You may wish to camp out under the incentives, school, educational and special interest groups to name stars, stay at an Outback homestead, relax at a 4-star resort or choose a few. Whatever your group requirement may be, Walking Country a combination of all of these. Whatever your dream, we can make it will have you on the road with an experience designed specically a reality. for you. www.wayoutback.com.au 27 Bookings & Confirmation P: 1300 551 510 (within Australia) P: +61(0) 8 8300 4900 (outside Australia) F: +61(0) 8 8300 4999 E: [email protected] Book Live on-line 24/7 at www.wayoutback.com.au

Please take the time to read and understand the terms and conditions of travel set out below Upon joining your safari WAS/WC requires you to re-conrm any medical condition(s) to your prior to conrming your reservation with us. Wayoutback Australian Safaris and Walking guide and enough medication should be carried for the duration of your safari (cold storage is Country (WAS/WC) also recommends you read and understand the specic health and tness available). requirements for the safaris you intend to undertake. A certain level of tness is required for all safaris. To ensure that you enjoy your time on tour 1. THE AGREEMENT with us, you should be able to walk at least 6km (3.7 miles), unaided, over rough, uneven All bookings are made with Wayoutback Australian Safaris Pty Ltd (ABN 63 157 953 369) or ground (often in intense heat) and climb (or descend) steps or steep inclines without hindrance. Walking Country Pty Ltd (ABN 91 130 940 260). By booking a tour with us you agree to have If you are unable to meet the required level, you must disclose this at time of booking. read and accept these Terms and Conditions. In the interests of health and safety, WAS/WC reserves the right to refuse travel due to any 2. VALIDITY medical conditions and/or tness level which we deem necessary. WAS/WC will not be liable for any additional expenses or cancellation fees imposed by ourselves or third parties incurred Dates, itineraries and prices are valid from 1st April 20189 until 31st March 201 . All prices are in as a result of refusal to travel due to non-disclosure. Travel Insurance is highly recommended. Australian Dollars and include GST. All prices and conditions are subject to change without notice. 12. DIETARY REQUIREMENTS AND FOOD ALLERGIES 3. THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW All of our menus are designed to be well balanced and healthy to provide the necessary sustenance All of the safaris we offer are active participation based. We rely on the good will and cooperation for you to enjoy and participate in your tour. If you have any food allergies or specic dietary needs of all passengers to make them a success. This includes your assistance in the preparation of please contact us to discuss these requirements and we will advise you if they can be catered for. As meals, washing up, gathering re wood and loading/unloading of the vehicle. On our open age we operate in remote parts of Australia, certain foods are not always readily available. We may have safaris, all camping is in twin share permanent tents which include beds and mattresses, all linen, to supplement our menus as supply dictates therefore we cannot guarantee all ingredients contained pillows and sleeping bags. Swags are also available for those who wish to sleep under the stars. in these alternatives. In these instances we will advise you to provide your own supplementary food/ Passengers on our 18-40 age recommended safaris will need to bring their own sleeping bag, or snacks depending on your specic requirements. hire one for $30 on single safaris or $50 on all packages. All camping is in swags (with the exception of the Buffalo Dreaming Safari). For passengers wishing to rent a tent on our Red 13. CHANGE OF ITINERARY Centre Safaris there is a $60pp charge and tent must be requested prior to travel. Due to limited WAS/WC reserves the right to amend tour times, itineraries and fares for its products as space on our vehicles please keep luggage to a minimum. If departing and returning to the same circumstances, time of year and operational reasons occur. There will be no refunds in these destination all excess luggage should be stored at your accommodation with one day pack and circumstances nor for delays incurred due to mechanical failure, accident, weather or any other one small soft bag accompanying you on tour. If you are travelling on a safari that does not return unforeseen circumstances. We cannot guarantee exact pick-up and drop-off times and will accept no to the commencement city the same policy applies with all excess luggage accompanying you responsibility in the event of cancellation fees from other connecting services. Individual Aboriginal which we will store within the vehicle/trailer for the duration of your journey and will not be location visits cannot be guaranteed for cultural reasons. In the event of a location or host not being available for use during this time. Our group sizes vary from a maximum of 16 – 27 passengers available alternative experiences of a similar nature will rst be sought and failing this, refunds will be depending on the safari. The maximum group size for each safari is listed on the itinerary. There is offered for this component only. No compensation will be considered for any additional driving or a limit of only 6 passengers on our ECO Tour. Earlybird rates are not available on all safaris and time lost due to such changes. are only valid when bookings are made 90 days or more prior to departure. Multiple safari 14. ACCEPTANCE OF RISK discounts are not valid on 18-40 recommended safaris. Four or more rates are not valid in Australia has many dangerous creatures, extreme weather conditions and often varying terrain. conjunction with any other offer. Camping, hiking and passing time outside may increase your personal risk of exposure to these 4. PAYMENT POLICY dangers. Safety is our number one priority and all of our guides are highly trained to ensure To conrm your reservation with us, a non-refundable 25% deposit is required at the time of passenger safety at all times. All passengers participating on our tours do so at their own risk and booking. The remaining balance is due no later than 30 days prior to departure. All bookings no responsibility can be accepted by WAS/WC for any loss, injury or accident. Passengers are made less than 30 days prior to departure must be paid for in full at the time of booking. responsible for any additional costs involved should such instances occur. All passengers will be Reservations can be made direct with us by phoning our Sales Centre on 1300 551 510 (within required to sign a liability waiver prior to departure. If you would like a copy of this in advance, please Australia) or +61(0) 8 8300 4900 (outside Australia). You can also book via our website www. contact our Sales Centre. The minimum age for children travelling on our safaris is 5 years at the wayoutback.com.au or www.walkingcountry.com.au or any registered travel agent, hostel or time of travel. All passengers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult or caregiver at hotel. All credit card payments (Visa and MasterCard) incur a 2% Merchant Levy surcharge. all times. While all care is taken, the responsibility of children on tour rests entirely with the parent This surcharge is subject to change without notice. All bookings made via Travel Agents or other or caregiver. All passengers, including children, must wear shoes at all times, use sunblock and wear booking partners may be subject to their own set of payment terms. hats. Please note that we accept children of all ages travelling on our group and private charter tours. 5. CANCELLATION BY YOU 15. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Due to the extensive planning and costs associated with touring, the following cancellation fees We contract with a network of companies and individuals to assist in operating our safaris. WAS/ will apply in the event you should cancel for any reason.• 30+ days prior to departure – 25% WC works with the best operators available but takes no responsibility for any act of neglect by any of total price•• 14- 29 days prior to departure – 50% of total price 0 -13 days prior to operator whose services are used as part of your tour. Our suppliers make every effort to safeguard departure – 100% of total price. Due to the remote places we visit and the adventurous nature clients, and we cannot be held responsible for personal injury or sickness to any customer which is of our safaris, Travel Insurance is highly recommended. We accept no responsibility for lost, beyond our control. Passengers should note that adventure travel involves a higher than normal risk stolen or damaged property. and a signed release may be required from all participants from a number of our activity providers. 6. CANCELLATION BY WAYOUTBACK OR WALKING COUNTRY 16. AUTHORITY ON TOUR At times WAS/WC may have to cancel a tour or service. In the event we do have to cancel, We pride ourselves on the very high standard of our guides. WAS/WC is one of only a few every effort will be made to offer a suitable alternative. If the alternative is not suitable we will Advanced ECO Accredited tourism operators based in the Northern Territory. All guides have a refund your tour price in full. We reserve the right to cancel a tour and arrange an alternative sound knowledge of the local area focusing on its history, Aboriginal culture, geology and the natural operator (if possible) if group numbers are insufcient or combine safaris of differing standards environment. Passengers must abide by the tour guides instructions and directions at all times, in in the event that low numbers are endangering a scheduled departure being cancelled. In this particular with regard to actions and behaviour in National Park areas, Aboriginal communities, instance passengers will always be upgraded to a higher standard product. Passengers travelling on areas with elevated hazards or risks and emergency situations. Non-compliance with any directions a tour with upgraded passengers will not be entitled to refunds in these instances. WAS reserves from the tour guide or other authority may result in the passengers being refused onward travel the right to have multi-level pricing on products where it is necessary to ensure passengers travel with no right to refund. All vehicles are tted with a microphone and WAS/WC will ensure to the plans are not disrupted. In circumstances where the cancellation is due to external factors beyond best of its ability to have them all in good working order. Due to the environment in which we are our control, any potential refund will be less any unrecoverable cost which we may have incurred. travelling, heat, humidity and dust often have an adverse effect on electronics within the vehicles and as such their use cannot be guaranteed. In such instances guides will make every effort to ensure 7. BOOKING AMENDMENTS commentary of signicant importance is heard by all but no compensation will be due in the event Due to the complexity, staff time and communication costs of the booking process, the following that it is not. amendment charges will apply;15 + days prior to departure - $50 (including GST) plus any difference in price between the original booking and the new date/ tour which is selected. 17. PHOTOS AND MARKETING Changes made within14 days of the scheduled departure – will incur full cancellation fees and You consent to us using images of you taken during the trip for advertising and other promotional passengers will be required to pay the full cost of any new tour which is booked. purposes in any medium as we require. You agree that the use of these images is without recourse 8. RECONFIRMING YOUR TOUR to you and without compensation to you. All passengers are required to call our Sales Centre and reconrm their travel no later than 18. FEEDBACK 48 hours prior to departure. To conrm your pick up point and time, please call 1300 551 If you have any feedback regarding your trip please inform you tour guide at the time so they can try 510 (within Australia) or +61(0) 8 8300 4900 (outside Australia). WAS/WC will not be held and rectify the issue. If after this time you still wish to provide us with some feedback, please put your responsible for any costs incurred due to changes of pick up details if reconrmation is not made. concerns in writing and send to us by emailing [email protected] Passengers joining or departing a tour from Ayers Rock Airport (AYQ) will also need to reconrm 19. APPLICABLE LAW all ight details at least 48 hours prior to their scheduled departure. It is recommended that when The laws of The Northern Territory, Australia govern these terms and conditions. Any disputes joining a tour in Ayers Rock that you arrive before2 pm and when departing Ayers Rock in connection with a tour or these terms and conditions must be initiated in the courts of The your ight be scheduled after 12:30pm. WAS/WC will not be held responsible for any delays Northern Territory, Australia. resulting in a passenger missing tour inclusions or missing a scheduled ight. 20. REGISTERED ADDRESS 9. WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO BRING Wayoutback Australian Safaris and Walking Country, 30 Kidman Street, Alice Springs, NT, 0870, A torch (ash light), a wide brimmed hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, y net (summer), Australia medication (if required), a water bottle (at least 1.5 litres), walking shoes/boots (we do a lot of walking/ climbing), warm clothing (winter), toiletries, swim wear, towel, camera (plus extra batteries/ memory cards), Travel Voucher/Ticket and a great sense of adventure. Passengers are welcome to bring their own beverages if they wish. AGENT STAMP 10. PRIVACY POLICY WAS/WC understands the importance of protecting your privacy. Any information we collect from you may be used for any purpose associated with delivering our tours. We may from time to time have to pass your details onto our agents, service providers or other suppliers to enable us to deliver our service. We educate all of our staff about the requirements of the National Privacy Principles and the Privacy Act. 11. HEALTH AND MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS Due to the vast distances travelled on safari, we may be many hours from medical facilities. It is the responsibility of you and your agent to declare any known medical condition(s) at time of booking. WAS reserves the right to request additional information and/or medical clearance (at your own expense) before conrming your reservation.