Australia's Kakadu Safaris in Kakadu National Park

Wilderness 4WD Adventures have been specializing in small group nature-based tours since 1990. Our tours are a well organised camping experience designed for fit active people ranging in age from 18-40 years and the tour programs are a pertfect balance of good information and fun for those who have a thirst for knowledge and a love for nature.

Let us show you the Top End of Australia - from Broome and the Kimberley Ranges, across to Katherine, Darwin, and the world famous Kakadu National Park. Come and explore the wild northern frontier including beautiful areas like Litchfield, the Bungle Bungle Ranges, and other hidden treasures accessible to those who travel with us.

Our tours involve a reasonable degree of bushwalking, swimming and rock climbing and are perfect for adventurous people. Wherever possible our aim is to "get away from the crowds" and take passengers into the more isolated areas of Australia's Northern Territory and the Kimberley region. We believe that customer satisfaction is extremely important and always receive positive feedback from people who have travelled on our tours.

We are confident that all of our guides have the ability to provide you with an enjoyable and exciting experience. If this sounds good to you and you want a perfect holiday, then take a tour with Wilderness 4WD Adventures.

5 Day Kakadu Expedition

A 5 Day tour of Kakadu is the ultimate way to truly see this world heritage area at its best. Our 5 Day Expedition visits all of the areas offered on our 4 Day Kakadu Experience with the addition of Koolpin Gorge. This area is located in the southern end of Kakadu and only a few companies are currently permitted access into this region.

Koolpin Gorge is an extremely sensitive area consisting of beautiful waterfalls, plungepools and magnificent lookouts. We spend a full day hiking along Koolpin Creek where you can refresh yourself frequently in escarpment pools set amongst some of Kakadu’s most spectacular scenery.

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Tour Prices:

1st Jun - 30th Sep 2007

Adult: $765.00

*VIP, YHA & Student Discounts of AUD$15.00 available

All prices are in Australian Dollars (includes 10% GST)

Discounts:

* VIP, YHA & Student Discounts Available
* Specials: Book a tour through us from this Wilderness 4WD Adventures site throughout 2006-7 and receive a 5% earlybird discount. Conditions apply:

Tour Departs:

Thu & Sat. Darwin at approx. 6.30am (Operates Jun - Sep 2007)

Tour Finishes:

Darwin at approx. 7.00pm to 8.30pm

Max People:

9 or 13: To fully enjoy what the Top End has to offer, you need to travel in a 4WD vehicle and that is a fact. We operate only 4WD vehicles that range in size from 9–13 seats, so an emphasis is placed on small group personalised tours. Our vehicles are regularly serviced and maintained to minimize the risk of breakdowns during any of our tours. All of our vehicles are airconditioned.

What to Bring:

Tour ticket, hat, torch (if you have one), camera and film, sleeping bag (hire fee $10), closed walking shoes (essential), open footwear (optional), sunscreen, mosquito repellent, toiletries, towel, swimming gear, water bottle (1.5 litre), alcohol(cheaper from town), long-sleeved shirt and a small bag only – minimal luggage please. Don't wear good clothes.

What's Included:

Tours include main meals, fruit, snacks and all the necessary camping equipment required for a great experience. Tours also include an awesome Corroboree Billabong Crocodile & Wildlife Cruise

What's Not Included:

Kakadu tours do not include breakfast on Day 1, Twin Falls Gorge boat cruise ($12.50) or sleeping bags (hire fee $10).

Places of Interest:

Marrakai Floodplains, Kakadu National Park, Ubirr Rock, Jim Jim falls, Twin Falls, Anbangbang Billabong, Nourlangie Rock, Barramundi Gorge, Corroboree Billabong, Graveside Gorge (conditional), Mamukala Wetlands, Bowali Visitor Centre, Anbangbang Billabong

Tour Code:

A4T/WA/5KA

Day 1.

Pick-up from your accommodation at 6:30am. Our first stop for the day is an Exclusive Aboriginal Cultural delight as you are given a hands-on tour conducted by Aboriginal Traditional Owners from Biliru Tours and Cultural Experiences. Passengers will get the chance to interact with Aboriginal People and have a go at Traditional fire lighting and spear throwing at a moving target (pretend Wallaby). Passengers will also recieve a Traditional Larrakeyah "Welcome to Country" spoken in Aboriginal and listen to information presented by Traditional Owners about their culture.Next we view some fantastic bird life on the Marrakai Floodplain as we head down the Arnhem Highway on our way to Kakadu. We travel into Kakadu via the unsealed Old Darwin Road and after travelling for a while we take a break at White Lily Billabong for a chance to admire congregations of birds amongst water lily covered floodplains. Our day ends with a refreshing swim at Barramundi Gorge where you can spend some time exploring, rock climbing, relaxing or swimming in the waterfalls, the choice is yours. Tonight after a candlelit dinner in the heart of Kakadu, you can have a go at playing the didgeridoo.
(Lunch, Dinner)
Camp: Koolpin Gorge Campground
Walking: 1 km

Day 2.

Today we will be “off the beaten track” exploring a very beautiful and delicate area called Koolpin Gorge This remote area is located in the very southern end of Kakadu and there are only 3 companies in Australia who have permits to enter this region. Koolpin Gorge is an extremely sensitive area consisting of beautiful waterfalls, plunge pools and magnificent lookouts. We spend a full day hiking along Koolpin Creek where you can refresh yourself frequently in escarpment pools set amongst some of Kakadu's most spectacular scenery.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Camp: Minimal Facility Campground
Walking: 12km

Day 3.

If you are interested in getting "off the beaten track" and "away from the crowds" then today you will feel like you are in heaven. We travel for a couple of hours on a challenging 4WD track that leads us to one of Kakadu`s most rugged and diverse environments. Unadvertised on most maps, Graveside Gorge is a remote scenic area with beautiful waterfalls, plunge pools and great hikes. Enjoy swimming in crystal clear water and exploring this unique gorge system with its dramatic landforms. Only 2 companies in Australia have permits that allow access to this magnificent part of Kakadu National Park. Experience a full day of remoteness and isolation in a totally peaceful environment that remains untouched and never crowded. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

At various times during the year, Graveside Gorge will be closed to visitors and only open for use by the Traditional Owners of the area. During these short closures, the following destinations will be substituted:
Jim Jim Falls: A great hike known as the Barrk Marlam Walk will take you to the Top of Jim Jim Falls and reward you with a magnificent view down the gorge. Spend a while swimming, bushwalking and rock climbing then enjoy your lunch at the top of Jim Jim Falls away from the crowds!
Anbangbang Billabong: enjoy viewing many varieties of water birds on a floodplain, with Nourlangie Rock acting as an impressive backdrop.
Nawurlandja Lookout: From the top of this stony outcrop, you obtain breathtaking views over central Kakadu and across to "Lightning Dreaming" on the Arnhemland Escarpment.
Mamukala Wetlands: offers the bird enthusiast a small paradise at various times of the year, the concentration of birds on this floodplain can be awesome.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Camp: Minimal Facility Campground
Walking: 8 km

Day 4.

This morning we make our way to Twin Falls where you will get to enjoy an informative boat cruise with an Aboriginal Guide up Twin Falls Gorge (own expense $12.50) with an Aboriginal Guide up Twin Falls Gorge. After a short walk down to the end of the gorge, you reach a beautiful white sandy beach at the base of Twin Falls…simply spectacular. For the active hikers you get to take a return walk(7km) to the Top of Twin Falls which offers some magnificent views down the gorge and swimming in rock pools at the top of the falls. From here we make our way to the mighty Jim Jim Falls. A swim in the plunge pool at the base of Jim Jim Falls is sure to wake you up for the day as you cool down in the refreshing water. To reach the plunge pool, a 1km scenic walk through monsoon rainforest is taken and has excellent lookouts over Jim Jim Falls. Take your time to admire the awesome sight of the sheer cliff faces that surround you from the base of the gorge. Our safari camp permit in this region allows us peaceful camping only 30 minutes drive from Jim Jim falls and ensures that tomorrow you will wake up to the sound of the birds instead of the crowds. In the evening you can spend some time stargazing under the southern skies.
(Breakfast, lunch, Dinner)
Camp: Garnamar Campground (Safari Camp)
Walking: 7 km

Day 5.

A cultural experience awaits you as we start our day at Nourlangie Rock, one of the most famous rock art and cultural sites in the world. The rock art concentrated in this area is magnificent, depicting mainly wildlife and Dreamtime stories and ranging in age from 20 000 years old to as recent as 40 years. Next you can view various displays on Kakadu at the Bowali Visitor Centre before heading north to Ubirr rock. At Ubirr Rock you will see more fantastic Aboriginal Art sites and learn about the Aboriginal lifestyle and culture. A short climb to the top of Ubirr Rock will reward you with a 360 degree view over floodplains and the Arnhemland Escarpment - a spectacular sight. What a better way to finish the day than by sitting back and enjoying our private crocodile and wildlife cruise on Corroboree Billabong, a part of the Mary River system. You are bound to see plenty of wildlife and usually a lot of crocodiles on a 1.5 hour cruise that won’t leave you disappointed.
Return to Darwin in the early evening.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Walking: 3 km

PLEASE NOTE: -The order of the advertised program above will not be correct when Graveside Gorge is closed. - Programs may vary during May / June due to seasonal closures

Day 1	Exclusive Aboriginal Cultural Experience Marrakai Floodplains White Lily Billabong Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre Barramundi Gorge Camp: Koolpin Gorge Campground Walking: 3km (L,D)
Day 2	Koolpin Gorge (Permit Area) - Full Day Expedition Camp: Minimal Facility Campground Walking: 12km (B,L,D)
Day 3	Graveside Gorge (Permit Area) - Full Day Expedition Camp: Minimal Facility Campground Walking: 8km (B,L,D)
Day 4	Twin Falls - Short Boat Cruise & Walk to Falls Twin Falls - Walk to the Top of Twin Falls (7km return) Jim Jim Falls - Basewalk to Plungepool Camp: Garnamar Safari Camp Walking: 9km (B,L,D)
Day 5	Nourlangie Rock Bowali Visitor Centre Ubirr Rock Private Crocodie & Wildlife Cruise - Corroboree Billabong Return: Darwin (approx 7.30pm) Walking: 3km (B,L,D)

Notes: *

General Tour Information About -Tour Guides - Permit Areas - 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

Notes: *

Please Note Jim Jim and Twin Falls may open around late May-June to Nov. This access to the falls is seasonal depending on conditions. There is no set date the falls open. Other places of interest will be subsituted if the falls are closed.

Booking Conditions

A deposit of 20% is required for this tour at the time of booking and the balance to be paid upon pickup. A credit Card number will be kept for the security of the cancellation policy by the tour company and the agent.

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