Features: Crocodile spotting cruise, Ubirr Rock, Yellow Water, Barramundi Gorge (Maguk), Nourlangie Rock, Bowali Visitiors Centre, Aboriginal rock art, Bird life, wildlife, climbing and swimming.

ITINERARY

DAY ONE

After pick up from your hotel or accommodation, we head out to Kakadu. We travel across the Marrakai flood plains and take a boat cruise where we spot crocodiles, bird life and explore the tidal river system. We stop at the Bark Hut Inn before continuing on in to Kakadu. We cross the South Alligator River before proceeding to Ubirr Rock where we see classic examples of Aboriginal rock art and spectacular 360 degree views. After watching sunset on the escarpment we travel to our campsite. During the evening we enjoy a hearty dinner and damper prepared on an open fire. Your choice of camping or air conditioned accommodation. (L,D))

DAY TWO

After breakfast we visit Barramundi Gorge (Maguk) in the dry season and Baroalba Springs (Gubara)  when Maguk  is inaccessible. Both locations offer an opportunity to walk and explore swimming holes and spectacular sandstone country. After lunch we visit Nourlangie Rock and Bowali Centre - Kakadu National Park Headquarters. We then return to Darwin at approximately 7:00pm. (B,L)

You have the choice of camping in Billy Can Tours' fully established camp site or staying air conditioned accommodation, with private facilities. Set in a private area, our camp site is within easy walking distance of showers, toilets, a swimming pool and other accommodation areas. No matter where you sleep, all guests enjoy their evening meal and breakfast together at the Billy Can Tours camp.  

Darwin Accommodation

When touring with Billy Can Tours, you will be collected from your pre-tour accommodation in Darwin at the start of the tour.  At the end of the tour we will drop you back to your Darwin accommodation (with the exception of Arnhemland Tours which finish with a flight into Darwin Airport).

What To Bring

This tour features Aboriginal rock art, wildlife, climbing and swimming - and some participation, such as meal preparation and collecting firewood, is encouraged! We recommend you bring comfortable walking shoes, shorts, t-shirts, long pants and long sleeved shirt (for mosquito protection and extra warmth at night during the winter months), swimsuit, hat, towel, pillow, sun block, necessary toiletries and  medication, change of clothes, camera and spare film, torch and a sense of fun.

Personal luggage is limited to an overnight bag and a day pack. Most Darwin accommodation will be happy to store any excess luggage you may have, some do charge a small fee. Please store any valuables in the safety deposit at your hotel in Darwin.

BOOKING INFORMATION

Pick Up:-

Pick up is from your accommodation in Darwin at 7:00am onwards.
Return is approximately 7:00pm at the end of the tour.

Group Size:-

The maximum group size is 20, with a minimum of 2 required to confirm a booking.

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Updated 17-Jan-2008