03 Day 'Plus Bus' from Alice Springs to Darwin (ATA-PBAD) |
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Product Code: ATA-PBAD |
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A 3 Day 'Plus Bus' camping - accommodated small group tour visiting Devils Marbles, Tennant Creek, Banka Banka, Daly Waters, Mataranka Springs, Katherine Gorge, Edith Falls, Adelaide River from Alice Springs to Darwin.
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Day #1 - Alice Springs to Banka Banka |
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We
cross the Tropic of Capricorn then pull over at Ti
Tree for the opportunity to purchase authentic Aboriginal
art. Next stop is the Barrow Creek Pub where we view
the historic Telegraph Station. Further up the track,
we explore the Devils Marbles; precariously balanced
granite boulders sacred to the traditional owners,
before arriving at Banka Banka Cattle Station where
we camp overnight. Weather permitting - take a dip
in the picturesque waterhole. (LD) |
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Day #2 - Banka Banka to Katherine Gorge |
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We
head further north to the famous outback pub at Daly
Waters, the oldest pub in the Northern Territory and
first international airport in Australia! After lunch
we travel to Mataranka to enjoy a relaxing afternoon
in the crystal clear thermal springs. Late afternoon
we travel towards the magnificent Katherine Gorge
for our overnight camp. (BLD) |
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Day #3 - Katherine Gorge to Darwin |
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Spend
half a day canoeing or cruising (at own expense) the
spectacular gorge. There is also the chance for a
scenic helicopter flight (at own expense) to appreciate
the vastness of the gorge system. After lunch we head
into Darwin via Edith Falls and Adelaide River. (BL) |
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Booking Terms |
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Full
payment is required for this tour at the time of booking. |
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Child Policy |
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Children
0-12 unable to travel |
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Departing From |
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Alice
Springs. 06:00am |
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Departure Days |
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Every Tuedays,
Thursdays, Saturdays. |
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Medical |
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Maximum
Walks: Hikes up to 6-8kms per day. A reasonable level
of fitness is required as there will be some walking
to view places of interest. Suitable
for soft adventures with a passion for bushwalking and
exploring the wonders of Katherine Region. |
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National Parks |
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Some activities within Australia's National parks are
dependant on the weather and observance of cultural
traditions, thereforeitineraries are subject to
change. |
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Seasons |
- Climate
Dry Season: (May - Oct) warm days, cool
nights
- Climate
Monsoonal Wet: (Nov-Apr - Sept)
warm days, warm nights.
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Tour Finishes at |
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Darwin
approx 6:00-7:00pm |
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Transportation |
- Toyota
Coaster mini-bus - (max 22 seats)
- Mitsubishi
Rosa mini-bus (max 24 seats) - front facing
air-conditioned vehicle
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Trip highlights |
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Devils Marbles, Tennant Creek, Banka Banka, Daly Waters, Mataranka
Springs, Katherine Gorge, Edith Falls, Adelaide River. |
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What to bring |
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Sturdy
walking shoes (ankle high), hat & sunscreen, swimming gear,
towel & toiletries, water bottle, torch, insect repellent,
camera & film, pillow, sleeping bag (can be hired for $15). |
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What's included |
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Kitty,
experienced tour guides, air-conditioned vehicle, meals as
indicated, accommodation transfers, 2 night camping fees &
equipment. |
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