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Darwin To Melbourne Safari Safari Tour

 
 
Darwin To Melbourne Safari
18 Day Small Coach Tour

Tour Includes

  Meals as indicated
  Outback pub experience
  Tented and bunkhouse accommodation
  Kakadu National Park
  Sunrise at Uluru
  Maximum Passengers 24
$2358
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Departs: Darwin - Every Tuesday, Friday and Sunday (18 Sep - 31 Mar 12) at 7.00am . Except 09 & 16 Dec 2011 01/04/12 onwards: Mon & Thu ( Apr-Sep) Mon, Thu & Sat (Oct-Mar)
Finishes In: Melbourne - Approx. time of onward journey
Hotel Pick Ups This tour is available in each direction.
Day 1 Darwin - Mary River - Overnight: Camp in Point Stuart Wilderness Lodge
Day 2 Mary River - Kakadu - Overnight: Campin Kakadu National Park
Day 3 Kakadu - Darwin - Overnight: Bunkhouse accommodation in Darwin
Day 4 Darwin - Katherine Gorge - Overnight: Camp at Katherine Gorge
Day 5 Katherine Gorge - Tennant Creek - Overnight: Camp in Tennant Creek
Day 6 Tennant Creek - Alice Springs - Overnight: Bunkhouse accommodation in Alice Springs
Day 7 & 8 Alice Springs - Overnight: Bunkhouse accommodation in Alice Springs
Day 9 Alice Springs - Kings Canyon and Uluru - Overnight: Camp at Uluru
Day 10 Uluru and Kata Tjuta - Overnight: Camp at Uluru
Day 11 Uluru - Coober Pedy - Overnight: Underground bunkhouse in Coober Pedy
Day 12 Coober Pedy - Quorn - Overnight: Bunkhouse accommodation at The Quorn Mill
Day 13 Flinders Ranges and Wilpena Pound - Overnight: Bunkhouse accommodation at The Quorn Mill
Day 14 Quorn - Adelaide - Overnight: Bunkhouse accommodation in Adelaide
Day 15 Adelaide - Overnight: Bunkhouse accommodation in Adelaide
Day 16 Adelaide - Grampians National Park - Overnight: Bunkhouse accommodation in Grampians National Park
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Darwin To Melbourne Safari Itinerary


Day 1 Darwin - Mary River

View the amazing waterfalls of Litchfield National Park

See the spectacular Mary River Wetlands as you cruise around on a private boat ride.

Look out for birds and lurking crocodiles.

Overnight: Camp in Point Stuart Wilderness Lodge

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Day 2 Mary River - Kakadu

Learn of the ancient Aboriginal rock art at Ubirr.

Climb to the top of a gravel lookout for wonderful views over the Nardab floodplain.

Enjoy an invigorating swim in the plunge pools after a hike to Maguk (Barramundi Gorge). Spend the night camping in the fantastic Kakadu National Park.

Overnight: Campin Kakadu National Park

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Day 3 Kakadu - Darwin

Experience some thrilling 4WD action as you journey to Jim Jim Falls.

Hike to the base of the falls before continuing on to the Twin Falls.Enjoy the impressive scenery at the remarkable gorge and observe the powerful falls as you tour on the National Park operated boat and boardwalk.

Overnight: Bunkhouse accommodation in Darwin

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Day 4 Darwin - Katherine Gorge

Departing Darwin, stop for a break at the Adelaide River.

Spend the day enjoying the scenery in the beautiful Katherine Gorge.

Canoe or cruise the sparkling waters, or get the best view from a helicopter flight over the gorges (all at own expense).

Overnight: Camp at Katherine Gorge

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Day 5 Katherine Gorge - Tennant Creek

Enjoy a refreshing drink at the well-known Daly Waters Pub, an outback roadhouse and watering hole for travellers from far and wide.

Feel a million miles from anywhere as you explore the peaceful town of Mataranka and immerse yourself in the steamy thermal springs.

See where Australias first international airport used to lie.

Overnight: Camp in Tennant Creek

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Day 6 Tennant Creek - Alice Springs

Learn about the early hardships of bush telecommunications at Barrow Creeks historic Telegraph Station.

See the unsteadily balanced Devils Marbles, a sacred site to its traditional owners.

Before crossing the Tropic of Capricorn, stop at Ti Tree for the chance to buy original works of art by Indigenous artists.

Overnight: Bunkhouse accommodation in Alice Springs

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Day 7 & 8 Alice Springs

Enjoy 2 free days to explore Alice Springs at your own pace (all meals and activities at your own expense).

Enjoy the year round blue skies and stunning landscapes. Perhaps take a bike ride to the West MacDonnell Ranges for a great photo opportunity.

Visit Todd Mall, a popular hang out for locals and visitors with world-class Aboriginal art galleries and funky cafes and shops.

You may want to visit the Alice Springs Reptile Centre, where you can see venomous snakes as well as goannas and frill necked lizards.

Overnight: Bunkhouse accommodation in Alice Springs


Day 9 Alice Springs - Kings Canyon and Uluru

Explore fascinating Kings Canyon.

See the Lost City, the flourishing and ancient Garden of Eden and the steep outcrops of the North and South Walls.

Pass Mt Connor and Curtin Springs cattle station on the way to Uluru. Enjoy a once in a lifetime chance to sleep under the outback stars in your swag.

Overnight: Camp at Uluru

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Day 10 Uluru and Kata Tjuta

Wake up early to see the miraculous sunrise over the majestic and colossal Uluru.

Climb this amazing landmark or take a walk around the base, which is preferred by the Anangu traditional owners. Join a guided interpretive walk at Mala.

Visit The Olgas to learn more about the spiritual significance of this remarkable landmark.

End the day with a glass of Australian sparkling wine and watch a memorable sunset over Uluru.

Overnight: Camp at Uluru

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Day 11 Uluru - Coober Pedy

Travel through the jagged desert country to arrive at the opal-mining town of Coober Pedy.

Go deep underground to see how these mines are supplying the world with the majority of quality opal gems.

Experience a unique underground campsite.

Overnight: Underground bunkhouse in Coober Pedy

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Day 12 Coober Pedy - Quorn

Continue to explore the sites of Coober Pedy and see an opal cutting demonstration on a mine tour, with the chance to try your luck “noodling” for opals.

Journey to ancient salt lakes, which are remnants of an inland sea, before stopping at the small town of Glendambo.

Arrive in Quorn; an old-fashioned railway township nestled at the entrance to the Richman Valley. Feast on a true Aussie barbeque dinner.

Overnight: Bunkhouse accommodation at The Quorn Mill

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Day 13 Flinders Ranges and Wilpena Pound

Discover the exquisite Flinders Ranges, recognised as one of Australias national landscapes.

Explore the wonder of Wilpena Pound, a natural amphitheatre located in a huge stone crater. Take a short walk to Yourambulla Caves to observe Aboriginal rock paintings.

Learn the history of sheep farming in the mid 1800s as you view the remnants of Kanyaka Homestead.

Travelling back to Quorn, you might see the shy and elusive Yellow Footed Rock Wallaby on a quiet stroll through tranquil Warren Gorge.

Overnight: Bunkhouse accommodation at The Quorn Mill

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Day 14 Quorn - Adelaide

Feast on a big breakfast before hiking to the top of Dutchmans Stern.

Enjoy awesome 360-degree views of Quorn, Spencer Gulf and the Flinders Ranges.

Take a short walk across a swinging bridge and observe panoramic views from the Mt Remarkable lookout before your final stop through the beautiful wine region of Clare Valley.

Overnight: Bunkhouse accommodation in Adelaide

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Day 15 Adelaide

Explore Adelaide at your own pace (all meals and activities are at your own expense).

Take advantage of the easy accessible public transport system, and visit the numerous historic buildings, museums or the popular Adelaide Zoo.

Do some souvenir shopping, have lunch at a one of the citys trendy cafés or restaurants, before heading back to your accommodation.

Overnight: Bunkhouse accommodation in Adelaide


Day 16 Adelaide - Grampians National Park

Enjoy stunning views of the Adelaide Hills as you cross the powerful Murray River.

Pass through some small South Australian country towns on your way to Grampians National Park.

Partake in a vigorous hike at Hollow Mountain and the incredible MacKenzie Falls. Witness breathtaking sunset views from The Balconies and Reeds Lookout.

Overnight: Bunkhouse accommodation in Grampians National Park

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Book - Darwin To Melbourne Safari

 
 

Darwin To Melbourne Safari

18 Day Small Coach Tour
Hotel Pick Ups This tour is available in each direction.

Departs: Darwin
Finishes In: Melbourne

Includes Taxes All rates in AU$ including all taxes.
No Extras No booking fees or credit card fees payable
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01/04/10 to 31/03/11Adult2358
01/04/11 to 31/03/12Adult2062
01/04/12 to 31/05/12Adult2530
01/06/12 to 31/10/12Adult2543
01/11/12 to 31/03/13Adult2530
01/04/10 to 31/03/11Child 8 to 12 yrs1898
01/04/11 to 31/03/12Child 8 to 12 yrs1599
Tariff per person. All rates (AU$) inc GST.
Entry to National Parks included. Not all meals included.
 
 
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