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Highlights * Gunlom Falls
* Koolpin Gorge * Maguk (Barramundi Gorge)
Day 1: Darwin - Kakadu National Park
We leave your accommodation around 7.00am and
travel south down "The Track" (Stuart Highway),
to Adelaide River, where we can visit the tranquil
War Cemetery or have a tea or coffee under the
shady trees at the local Inn. Continuing south
we travel to Pine Creek, scene of a major gold
rush a century ago, and then turn east towards
Kakadu. From the park boundary it's not far
to Gunlom. Upon arrival at camp we set off on
an energetic climb to the top of the falls,
where we take in the breathtaking views of the
escarpment. There is also the opportunity for
a refreshing swim in the plunge pool at the
base of these beautiful falls. We stay for 2
nights at our permanent safari camp at Gunlom.
Camp: Gunlom Falls , Kakadu National Park ,
2 nights. (LD)
Day 2: Kakadu National Park - Koolpin
Gorge
This morning we travel to Jarrangbarnmi (Koolpin
Gorge), a pristine wilderness area of very limited
access. Koolpin Creek flows down several hundred
feet through a series of waterfalls and spectacular
pools often called the Giant's Staircase. You'll
have the entire day to explore this area, photograph
its grandeur, swim in the crystal clear pools
or just relax on the sandy banks of the creek.
Late afternoon we return to our permanent safari
camp at Gunlom. Please note a moderate level
of fitness is required to do the full day walk.
(BLD)
Day 3: Gunlom - Mardugal
We break camp and travel northwards to Maguk
(Barramundi Gorge), on the Arnhem Escarpment,
where we can swim and explore the monsoon rainforest.
After lunch we travel to Murdudjurl. Murdudjurl
outstation was originally a hunting safari base.
We'll meet Mandy Muir, a Murumburr woman, who
will lead us on an informative walk around the
area. Afterwards we have the opportunity to
learn how to use the local pandanus to weave
baskets, mats and jewellery, whilst discussing
aboriginal culture. Afterwards we enjoy a sunset
cruise on the Yellow Water wetlands. Here you
will have a chance to see the abundant birdlife
and perhaps, the awesome saltwater crocodile.
We stay for the next 2 nights at our permanent
safari camp at Mardugal.
Camp: Mardugal, Kakadu National Park , 2 nights.
(BLD)
Day 4: Jim Jim Falls - Twin Falls
After breakfast we visit the Warradjan Aboriginal
Cultural Centre, an impressive building built
in the shape of the local Pig Nosed turtle.
Here you will learn more about the traditional
Aboriginal owners of the park, their culture,
beliefs and lifestyles. From here we travel
by 4WD track to Jim Jim and Twin Falls . At
Jim Jim we have the opportunity to view the
tallest cascade in the Territory. When visiting
Twin Falls , we travel by shuttle boat through
the gorge and then by foot to the base of the
falls. Late in the afternoon, we return to our
permanent safari camp at Mardugal. (BLD)
Day 5: Kakadu National Park - Darwin
The first stop this morning is the Bowali Visitor
Centre. We then head north across the Jabiluka
floodplains to Ubirr to view Aboriginal rock
art spanning some 23,000 years of seasonal occupation.
Our walk around the galleries culminates with
a short climb to the highest point in the area.
The view from the top of the rock across the
floodplains to the north and west and of the
Arnhem Escarpment in the east is magnificent.
As we travel back to Darwin , we cross the floodplains
of the mighty South Alligator River , around
6km wide at this point. We arrive in Darwin
in the late afternoon. (BL)
Note: A good level of fitness is required.
Seasonal conditions may affect access to attractions
at certain times. Alternative touring will be
arranged.
Operated in conjunction with Voyages Odyssey
Tours & Safaris.
Departs: 7.00am Mon (Jun -
20 Nov) from Darwin
Returns: 5.00pm approximately
to Darwin
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