11-day Darwin to Cairns tour
A 11-day adventure-filled trip traveling from Darwin to Cairns through the most remote parts of the Savannah Way. We travel east through Kakadu, Mataranka, Lorella Springs and Lawn Hill before finishing up in the tropical rainforest on the outskirts of Cairns. Our tours are focused on providing you with an Australian outback adventure. We explore the best natural attractions along the Savannah Way; observing native wildlife in their natural habitat, hiking through gorges, discovering ancient aboriginal rock art and swimming in pristine natural waterholes.
ItineraryDay 1: Corroborree billabong and Kakadu National ParkStop At: Kakadu National Park, Kakadu National Park, Top End, Northern Territory
Our first stop is a wildlife cruise on the Corroboree Billabong before entering the world heritage listed Kakadu National Park to explore the Aboriginal paintings at Ubirr. We will also visit the Bowali Visitor Centre before setting up camp.
Duration: 8 hours
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Accommodation included: Camping
Day 2: Kakadu National Park Stop At: Kakadu National Park, Kakadu National Park, Top End, Northern Territory
Today we visit Jim Jim Falls and Twin Falls which involves a short cruise. We then head stop at Yellow Water Billabong before setting up camp.
Duration: 10 minutes
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Accommodation included: Camping
Day 3: Bitter Springs or Mataranka Hot Springs, Roper River, Lomarieum Lagoon, Nathan River Ranger Station and Limmen NPStop At: Elsey National Park, Stuart Hwy, Mataranka NT 0852, Australia
Mataranka Thermal Pool is like a warm spring-fed swimming pool in the palm trees and woodlands.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Lomarieum Lagoon, Limmen NT 0852, Australia
Along the Roper Road we find the tranquil “Lomarieum Lagoon” which is covered in glorious water lilies.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Limmen National Park, Nathan River Road, Borroloola, Northern Territory Australia
It is a paradise for anglers and birdwatchers. A diversity of landscapes makes the drive through the Park varied and interesting. Along the main road you will experience woodlands, rivers, floodplains and billabongs, while short detours reward visitors with more.
Duration: 12 minutes
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Accommodation included: Camping
Day 4: Butterfly Gorge, Southern Lost City and Lorella Springs Wilderness ParkStop At: Lorella Springs Station, Pl 757 Portion 1333 Savannah Way, McArthur NT 0852, Australia
Looking for adventure- Then you’ve come to the right place! We’ve got extreme 4wding, remote camping and fishing, bird watching, hot water springs, crystal clear cool water swimming holes, croc spotting….
Duration: 1 day 12 hours
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Accommodation included: Camping
Day 5: Lorella springs Wilderness ParkStop At: Lorella Springs Station, Pl 757 Portion 1333 Savannah Way, McArthur NT 0852, Australia
Today is all about adventure and exploring. With almost a thousand kilometres of tracks on the property, we spend the daylight hours exploring Lorella Springs, visiting swimming holes, Aboriginal sites and viewpoints around the station.
Duration: 1 day
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Accommodation included: Camping
Day 6: Borroloola and Echo GorgeStop At: Borroloola, Borroloola, Top End, Northern Territory
We'll stop in at a remote outback town called Borroloola. We’ll cross over many pristine rivers and creeks where you’ll see giant ancient cycads growing. We make a stop at the lesser-known Echo Gorge to explore the area. Tonight, we’ll camp near the Northern Territory / Queensland border.
Duration: 12 hours
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Accommodation included: Camping
Day 7: Hells Gate, Riversleigh fossil fields and Boodjamulla (Lawn Hill) National ParkStop At: Riversleigh Fossil Fields, Boodjamulla National Park, Queensland Australia
The World Heritage area was inscribed for its outstanding natural universal values. It is one of the most significant fossil deposits in the world and the richest known fossil mammal deposit in Australia.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Boodjamulla National Park, Boodjamulla National Park, Queensland
We’ll make our way to Adel’s Grove where there are peaceful clear swimming holes to camp near. We will base ourselves here for the next two nights.
Duration: 1 day 12 hours
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Accommodation included: Camping
Day 8: Boodjamulla (Lawn Hill) National ParkStop At: Boodjamulla National Park, Boodjamulla National Park, Queensland
Today we spend the day in Boodjamulla (Lawn Hill) National Park which is one of Queensland's most significant geological parks, with interesting rocks and landscapes formed over hundreds of millions of years. Lawn Hill Gorge is surrounded by beautiful red sandstone and a beautiful rainforest; the gorge is filled with clear, cold water from a distant spring, making swimming irresistible. We will visit the upper gorge, Indarri Falls and we’ll complete the Island Stack walk. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to swim throughout the day.
Duration: 1 day
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Accommodation included: Camping
Day 9: Leichhardt Falls,Burke and Wills camp 119, Krys Crocodile and Lake BelmoreStop At: Lake Belmore, Croydon, Queensland 4871 Australia
We’ll take a swim in the stunning Lake Belmore near Croydon.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 10: Cumberland's chimney, the Ted Elliott (mineral) Collection and Undara Lava tubesStop At: Terrestrial - Ted Elliott Mineral Collection, Low St, Georgetown, Queensland 4871 Australia
Australia’s best Mineral Collections (the Ted Elliott Collection)
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Undarra Lava Tubes, Undara Volcanic National Park, Queensland Australia
The park was established in 2009 to protect Australia longest lava tube and the unique fauna and flora found of the area.
Duration: 2 hours
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Accommodation included: Camping
Day 11: Kalkani Crater, Millaa Milaa Falls and Josephine FallsStop At: Public Toilet Kalkani Crater, Mount Surprise QLD 4871, Australia
Kalkani Crater has great views of the surrounding volcanic regions.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Millaa Millaa Falls, Millaa Millaa, Queensland Australia
We’ll make our way into the tropical rainforest to Millaa Millaa Falls where many TV commercials have been filmed.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Josephine Falls, Bartle Frere Wooroonooran National Park, Cairns, Queensland 4861 Australia
Josephine Falls is a scenic waterfall fed by rains falling on Queensland's highest peak, and allows for a great swim.
Duration: 1 hour
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Accommodation included: Camping
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"Minimum age is 13 years"
"Children must be accompanied by an adult"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 17 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Horário de Início:
11-day Darwin to Cairns tour
5/12/2024 - 5/12/20247/4/2024 - 7/4/2024
Duração: 11 Days
Ponto de partida: Traveler pickup is offered
Airports- Darwin Airport, Darwin, Northern Territory Australia
Cancelamentos e reembolsos:
All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
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