Darwin to Cairns: Kakadu & Gulf Savannah 11 Day Tour

Darwin to Cairns: Kakadu & Gulf Savannah 11 Day Tour

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Embark on an 11-day trek from Darwin to Cairns, exploring the Savannah Gulf, Kakadu's Indigenous culture, Lorella Springs, Lawn Hill Gorge, Adels Grove, Undara Lava tubes, and Cairns' waterfalls.

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Highlights

11-day tour from Darwin to Cairns exploring the Savannah Gulf
Indigenous culture exploration in Kakadu.
Adventure at Lorella Springs Wilderness Park.
Scenic beauty of Lawn Hill Gorge and Adels Grove
Exploration of Undara Lava tubes and Cairns' waterfalls.

Description

Day 1: Depart from Darwin at 6am for Kakadu National Park, with a wildlife cruise at Corroboree Billabong and a visit to Ubirr's Aboriginal paintings. Stay at a campsite, stopping at the Bowali visitor centre along the way. Day 2: Visit Yellow Waters wetlands home to over 280 bird species and the beautiful Gunlom Falls for a visit to a natural infinity pool. After lunch we will make a stop in Katherine before visiting Mataranka in Elsey National Park. We’ll stay in the National Park for our night of camping. Day 3: Swim in Bitter Springs or Mataranka Hot Springs, explore Roper Bar, Lomarieum Lagoon, and Nathan River Ranger Station in Limmen National Park. Camp in the National Park. Day 4: Swim at Butterfly Gorge, explore the Southern Lost City, and camp at Lorella Springs. Day 5: Explore Lorella Springs, visiting swimming holes, Aboriginal sites, and viewpoints around the station. Day 6: Travel to Borroloola, explore Echo Gorge, and camp near the Northern Territory / Queensland border. Day 7: Explore Hells Gates, Riversleigh fossil fields, and camp at Adel’s Grove for two nights. Day 8: Explore Boodjamulla (Lawn Hill) National Park, visit the upper gorge, Indarri Falls, and complete the Island Stack walk. Day 9: Visit Leichhardt Falls, Camp 119, and Normanton to see Krys Crocodile. Day 10: Travel to Georgetown, stopping at Cumberland’s Chimney, a remnant from the gold rush days, and a large waterhole for bird-watching. Visit the Ted Elliott Collection and explore the Undara Lava tubes with a local guide. Camp at Undara. Day 11: Visit Kalkani Crater for scenic views, then explore the tropical rainforest at Millaa Millaa Falls. Continue to Josephine Falls for a refreshing swim before arriving in Cairns around 3pm.

Includes

11 day tour from Darwin to Cairns Snacks Drinking water (please bring a drink bottle) Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Driver and guide Licensed air-conditioned tourist vehicle Camping accommodation Pick up and drop off from accommodation