10 Day Kakadu, West & East Arnhem Land Adventure Darwin,NT Let Us Inspire You FROM $4,499 PER PERSON, TWIN SHARE Book Now TOUR ITINERARY The information provided in this document is subject to change and may be affected by unforeseen events outside the control of Inspiring Vacations. Where changes to your itinerary or bookings occur, appropriate advice or instructions will be sent to your email address. Call 1300 88 66 88 Email [email protected] www.inspiringvacations.com Page 1 TOUR ITINERARY DAY 1 Destination Darwin Meals included Hotel 4 DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin, or similar Welcome to Darwin! Make your way to your accommodation. You can arrive at any time as there are no organized activities. If arriving prior to standard check-in time, which is generally 3pm local time, you are welcome to leave your luggage with hotel reception and explore your surroundings until check-in becomes available. The hotel may grant early check-in, however this is strictly subject to availability and at the hotel’s discretion. If you wish to make the most of your time in the Top End you may want to arrive a day earlier and visit the stunning Litchfield National Park Waterfalls. If so, we can help you book the below tour and an extra night of accommodation. OPTIONAL TOUR - LITCHFIELD NATIONAL PARK WATERFALLS Litchfield National Park contains several types of typical Top End habitats including lush monsoon forests, termite mounds, unusual rock formations, waterfalls and cascades. The park encloses much of the spectacular Tabletop Range, which is a wide sandstone plateau mostly surrounded by cliffs. During the green season four major waterfalls thunder from the cliffs to tropical rock pools many metres below. During the dry season, the waterfalls flow more gently, making the waterholes the perfect spot for a cool dip. The Park’s traditional owners are the Wagait Aboriginal people, many of whom live in the area. We follow the Stuart Highway via the township of Batchelor to Litchfield National Park where we will visit the main falls. First stop is Florence Falls, where you have the opportunity for a scenic and interpretive bush and monsoon vine forest walk. There is also the chance for a swim by making your way down the stairs to the plunge pool below. Travel on to Tolmer Falls for a magnificent view of the water cascading down to the deep waterhole at the base of the falls. Finally we visit Wangi Falls, with its large crystal clear pool, another relaxing spot for a swim. On the way back to Darwin we make a stop in at Howard Spring Nature Park, where you will have the chance to feed the Barramundi & Turtles. A great day for taking many fascinating photos, including the amazing stand of termite mounds. Lunch is included today. The information provided in this document is subject to change and may be affected by unforeseen events outside the control of Inspiring Vacations. Where changes to your itinerary or bookings occur, appropriate advice or instructions will be sent to your email address. Call 1300 88 66 88 Email [email protected] www.inspiringvacations.com Page 2 TOUR ITINERARY DAY 2 Destination Darwin Kakadu National Park Meals included Lunch Hotel 4 Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel, or similar Depart Darwin at approximately 6.30am and travel through pristine wetland regions to Kakadu National Park. Visit the Warradjan Cultural Center, then join your local guide on a cruise to experience the dramatic scenery of the Yellow Water Billabong. Keep an eye out for saltwater crocodiles, an array of smaller wildlife, and the colorful range of birdlife for which this region is renowned. Stop at Nourlangie, where your Driver Guide will lead you on a walk to view the rock art galleries. DAY 3 Destination Kakadu Arnhem Land 4WD Adventure Kakadu Meals included Lunch Hotel 4 Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel, or similar This morning travel by 4WD vehicle into Arnhem Land and the Mikinj Valley. The scenery includes sandstone outcrops, escarpments, forests, floodplains and billabongs. You’ll visit places inaccessible to most, including ancient rock art sites. Learn about traditional land ownership, bush skills, hunting, food gathering and bush tucker preparation. Most tours are accompanied by an Aboriginal guide. DAY 4 Destination Kakadu Gunlom Falls Kakadu Meals included Lunch Hotel 4 Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel, or similar Travel by 4WD through the southern end of Kakadu to visit famous Gunlom Falls, and the plunge pool suitable for a swim, plus the stunning Ikoymarrwa Rock Pool. Finish the day with drinks and canapés by a private billabong. DAY 5 Destination Kakadu Guluyambi Cultural Cruise Darwin Meals included Lunch Hotel 4 DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin, or similar The information provided in this document is subject to change and may be affected by unforeseen events outside the control of Inspiring Vacations. Where changes to your itinerary or bookings occur, appropriate advice or instructions will be sent to your email address. Call 1300 88 66 88 Email [email protected] www.inspiringvacations.com Page 3 TOUR ITINERARY This morning join your Driver Guide to explore the World Heritage Area of Ubirr, where you’ll climb up through the ancient Aboriginal rock art galleries, believed to be 20,000 years old, to the lookout for a view over the surrounding wetlands. Join the Guluyambi Cruise on the East Alligator River. An Aboriginal guide will provide an insight into their culture, including local mythology, the river’s abundant food chain, as well as bush survival skills. With special permission of the local people, you can go ashore in Arnhem Land. Visit the Marrawuddi Art Gallery before returning to Darwin. DAY 6 Destination Darwin Nhulunbuy Yirrkala Yolŋu Homeland Meals included Lunch, Dinner Hotel (Not rated) Yolŋu Homeland Accommodation, or similar Make your own way to Darwin domestic airport for your included flight to Gove. Hotel staff will be able to assist you book this taxi which normally costs $25-$35. Once at Gove Airport you will meet your Yolŋu local guide and your travel companions for the duration of this trip. You will then transfer to Yirrkala to visit Buku Larrnggay Mulka Centre, one of the oldest and most respected Aboriginal Art centres in Australia, located in the Yirrkala community. Have a guided interpretation of historical Aboriginal Land Rights bark petitions. Local works are available for purchase and can be shipped anywhere in Australia. DAY 7 Destination Yolŋu Homeland Meals included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Hotel (Not rated) Yolŋu Homeland Accommodation, or similar Today you will become part of a small Yolŋu community and be made to feel like part of the family as you take part in daily activities. Today you can expect to learn about Yolŋu kinship & law and you will have an introduction to Yolŋu language both Matha language as well as sign language. You will also have an introduction to spearfishing and weaving and you will get to practice your newly acquired skills. Don’t stress, meals while on tour don’t depend on your fishing & gathering skills! The information provided in this document is subject to change and may be affected by unforeseen events outside the control of Inspiring Vacations. Where changes to your itinerary or bookings occur, appropriate advice or instructions will be sent to your email address. Call 1300 88 66 88 Email [email protected] www.inspiringvacations.com Page 4 TOUR ITINERARY DAY 8 Destination Yolŋu Homeland Meals included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Hotel (Not rated) Yolŋu Homeland Accommodation, or similar Your culturally immersed tour continues today. Activities and times depend on your Homeland but today you can expect to learn basic bush hunting techniques as well as didgeridoo making. Dinner storytelling by our Yolŋu families is a one off experience you will treasure for years to come. DAY 9 Destination Yolŋu Homeland Nhulunbuy Meals included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Hotel 3 Walkabout Lodge & Tavern, or similar Enjoy a final morning at your Yolŋu homeland before returning to Nhulunbuy where you can expect to arrive by 7pm . Dinner will be provided at your accommodation in Nhulunbuy. DAY 10 Destination Nhulunbuy Meals included Breakfast Accommodation N/A Farewell your Yolŋu guide and your travel companions from this once in a lifetime adventure. A transfer will take you to Gove airport for your ongoing flight. The information provided in this document is subject to change and may be affected by unforeseen events outside the control of Inspiring Vacations. Where changes to your itinerary or bookings occur, appropriate advice or instructions will be sent to your email address. Call 1300 88 66 88 Email [email protected] www.inspiringvacations.com Page 5 TOUR ITINERARY Inclusions WHAT'S INCLUDED Incredible sightseeing, in-depth 5 day exploration and experience of remote East Arnhem Land,visit Gunlom Falls, cruise the waters of the Yellow Water Billabong, explore Kakadu National Park, take part of a cultural cruise with an Aboriginal guide and explore West Arnhem Land by 4WD An experienced driver guide from day 2 to 5 and a first nation's tour guide from day 6 to day 10 4 nights in 4-start accommodation in Darwin & Kakadu 4 nights permanent tent with beds, mattresses and linen Domestic flight from Darwin to Nhulunbuy (unescorted) Ground transportation as per itinerary 4 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 4 dinners All park and entry fees SIGHTSEEING HIGHLIGHTS Travel through pristine wetland regions to Kakadu National Park Join a local guide on a cruise of the Yellow Water Billabong Travel by 4WD vehicle into West Arnhem Land and the Mikinj Valley Visit the famous Gunlom Falls, and have a swim at the plunge pool Join the Guluyambi cruise on the East Alligator River Enjoy a once in a lifetime experience as you join 5-day adventure to East Arnhem Land Be welcomed at traditional owner's Homeland.