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5 DAY 4WD Red Centre Camping Safari

This fantastic 4WD camping safari is for those who want to experience the colours and nature of Australia's real outback.

Over 5 days you will go beyond the famous icons and have an experience you'll never forget. This is THE trip to do in the Northern Territory - make the time!

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Tour Prices


1st April 2007 - 31st March 2008
Adult $860
Child $688
Single Tent - Adults only: $1060
All prices are in Australian Dollars (includes 10% GST)
Child Policy Children 0-5 unable to travel, Children 6-14 years of age 20% Discount
Discounts * VIP, YHA & Student Discounts Available
* Specials: Book a tour through us from this Sahara Adventures site throughout the season of 2006-7 and receive a 5% earlybird discount.
Conditions apply:
Tour Departs

July-October: Daily
November-June: Mon, Tue. Thu, Sat and Sun only.

Alice Springs at approx. 6.30am - Daily OR
Yulara Resort (Ayers Rock Resort) and Ayers Rock Airport (No later than 1.30pm)

Tour Finishes Alice Springs at approx. 6.30pm
Max People
+ Vehicle
We operate only 24 seat mini-coach vehicles, so an emphasis is placed on small group personalised tours. Our vehicles are serviced regularly. All of our vehicles are airconditioned.
What to Bring

Tour ticket, hat, torch (if you have one), camera and film, stowel, small travel pillow, closed walking shoes (essential), open footwear (optional), sunscreen, flynet, toiletries, towel, winter months wet weather gear, water bottle (1.5 litre).

Our vehicles have limited space therefor we need to keep luggage to a minimum. (i.e. a soft small bag). Passengers on tours that include air transfer need to observe strict luggage limitations maximum 10kgs.

What's Included
Guide/Driver, Motel/Hotel transfers, camping equipment at our permanent safari camp (tents, off the ground camp beds, sleeping bags/sheets), camp fees, toilet/shower facilities. All entrance fees including Uluru / Kata Tjuta park entry fees. Meals as indicated - *vegetarian meals provided by prior request*
Not Included Breakfast Day1 and Dinner Day 5.
Facilities On Tour
Hot/cold showers, toilets, permanent camps with campbeds in large 2 man tents already erected.
Trip Highlights Wallace Rockhole Aboriginal Community, A chance to learn about Aboriginal culture, Exploration of Palm Valley , Sunrise and sunset at Uluru, Mystical Kata Tjuta, The Lost City and Garden of Eden, Macdonnell Ranges and Glen Helen Gorge, Hiking treks through spectacular gorges.
Tour Code
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Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. A World Heritage Living Cultural Landscape. This image supplied by Sahara Adventures. This image is shown in the promotion of the Aboriginal Cultural landscape in compl. Cl 4.2 (Uluru. N.P)
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Day 1.

Alice Springs to Yulara - Departing Alice Springs, we head south, stopping for a short visit at the Outback Camel Farm and then heading straight to our Yulara permanent campsite.

The afternoon is spent exploring Kata Tjuta (The Olgas), before travelling to Uluru (Ayers Rock) to take in a spectacular sunset. Later we return to camp for a traditional Aussie meal. After dinner, relax around the camp, under the huge, starry desert skies. Ayers Rock Resort Permanent Campsite
Ayers Rock Resort Permanent Campsite
(Lunch x 1, Dinner x 1)

Day 2.

Yulara to Kings Creek - It's an early rise today for an exciting morning with breathtaking views of sunrise at Uluru (Ayers Rock), a World Heritage listed area. Join your knowledgeable guide for a base tour of Uluru, exploring ancient caves where Aboriginal paintings can be seen.

A fascinating time learning about the oldest culture in the world. This afternoon, travel through red sand dune & desert oak country to Kings Creek Cattle Station where optional activities are abundant. Tonight, try a traditional "camp oven" dinner, cooked in the coals of the fire.
Kings Creek Permanent Campsite
(Breakfast x 1, Lunch x 1, Dinner x 1)

Day 3.

Kings Creek to Glen Helen - Today we explore breathtaking Kings Canyon. There is no rush as we hike around the canyon rim viewing sites like the "Lost City" and the "Garden of Eden".

After a picnic lunch, we head off on the famous Mereenie Loop Road towards the MacDonnell Ranges. Another great scenic campsite tonight - close to a beautiful freshwater swimming hole, at picturesque Glen Helen Gorge.
Glen Helen Permanent Campsite
(Breakfast x 1, Lunch x 1, Dinner x 1)

Day 4.

Glen Helen to Wallace Rockhole - An exciting day spent exploring many of the gorges & waterholes in this area. See Ormiston Gorge, Glen Helen Gorge, Ellery Creek, Standley Chasm and more!

There are great walks to explore and in summer you can take a swim to cool off. Late afternoon, we end up at Wallace Rockhole Aboriginal Community, our overnight camp. Before dinner, visit the rockhole to view Aboriginal rock art and to learn about Aboriginal culture (seasonal).
Wallace Rockhole Permanent Campsite
(Breakfast x 1, Lunch x 1, Dinner x 1)

Day 5.

Wallace Rockhole to Alice Springs - Real 4WD touring today as we drive through Finke Gorge National Park into Palm Valley. Dry riverbeds and uneven tracks make the journey an adventure in itself.

The effort is well worth it when you see the park's rough red gorges and view ancient stands of palm trees and cycads. We'll have a picnic and do some hiking here before returning to Alice Springs later in the day, arriving approx. 6.30pm.
(Breakfast x 1, Lunch x 1)

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General Tour Information About -Tour Guides - Vehicles - Camping Equipment - Campground Facilities - Campground Facilities - Passenger Involvement - Walking Distances and Programs - Passenger Fitness Level - Food - What Is Included - What Is Not Included - What To Bring - Insurance - Conditions of Travel
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Coachh & tour group in front of Uluru Ayers Rock
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Notes: * Pickup Starting tour from Ayers Rock from either Yulara Resort (Ayers Rock Resort) and Ayers Rock Airport (No later than 1pm). Client will miss lunch on day 1.
Seasons:
Climate Summer: (Oct - Mar) hot days, warm nights
Climate Winter: (Apr - Sept) warm days, cold nights
Mar-May Jun-Aug Sept-Nov Dec-Feb
Min: 12.8 Min: 5.1 Min:14.2 Min: 20.6
Max: 27.8 Max: 20.5 Max: 30.3 Max: 37.0
Winter - Warm clothing is essential
Note Itinerary: In winter months Day one and two maybe reversed due to shorter daylight hours.
National Parks:
Some activities within Australia's National parks are dependant on the weather and observance of cultural traditions, therefor itineraries are subject to change.
Medical: Tours are to remote areas and there is quite a lot of hiking involved. Passengers should be of reasonable health and fitness and be carrying all required medication.
Booking Terms
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Full Payment is required for this tour at the time of booking.
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What to bring on your camping tour
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This camping tour caters for those on a limited budget but still wanting to travel in a small group (10 - 24 passengers). It is designed for those who are looking for adventure and who want to experience the beauty of Central Australia whilst enjoying the reward of camping and meeting new friends. Although there is no hard work on the camping tour it's success does rely on the participation of all the passengers to help with cooking, collecting firewood etc. Passengers considering this tours should be in good health, young at heart and be prepared to experience an unforgettable camping adventure.
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www.kakaduayersrocktours.com

www.kakaduayersrocktours.com is a division of 'Australia 4 Wheel Drive Rentals' the experienced and friendly Australian safari, tours, sightseeing, charter and selfdrive Specialists based in Darwin, Northern Territory Australia.

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MISSION STATEMENT

As one of the Northern Territory's leading small group safari specialists "Australia 4 Wheel Drive Rentals (incorporating www.kakaduayersrocktours.com) , we seek out tours to some of Australia's most famous landmarks including Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kakadu National Park. From the sunny tropical Top End in it's dry and spectacular wet season's to the spiritual heart of the sandy Red Centre, from Aboriginal Culture to abundant wildlife and incredable flora - then onto Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, Brisbane, Sydney and Cairns we have sourced an excellent range of tours for your next vacation in Australia.

Our experienced staff will help you discover the best of these unique and special tours offers across Australia with backpackers camping safaris to one day sight seeing coach trips, ecotourisim adventure camping safaris in Kakadu National Park and Uluru (Ayers Rock) from Alice Springs and Ayers Rock Resort (Uluru) in Northern Territory including learning about Aboriginal culture.