Tour Overview
From the back of a camel to the
top of Ayers Rock, absorb the enchanting Aussie outback
on a journey from the tropical north to the red centre.
Flexible Itineraries
The itinerary shown is intended as a guide only indicating
a typical itinerary & series of activities. While our
intention is to adhere to the published day by day route,
the itinerary, distance travelled, type of accommodation
and available activities may vary due to group input, weather,
road conditions & local restrictions. Early or late
season treks can be affected by extreme weather.
Tour Description
Get right into the action on your first day with a hike
and swim at stunning Litchfield National Park then search
for crocodiles and other wildlife on a boat cruise through
the Mary River Wetlands. Discover ancient Aboriginal rock
art Ubirr and hike to the plunge pools for a swim at Maguk
(Barramundi Gorge). There’s 4WD action into the awesome
Jim Jim and Twin Falls. At Twin Falls, enjoy a boat and
board-walk experience through the gorge to the waterfall.
After two nights camping we head back to Darwin to refresh
with free time and two nights in budget lodgings.
Travel south through Adelaide
River to the magnificent Katherine Gorge and paddle a canoe
in the picture perfect surroundings (optional activity).
A short distance south, relax in a crystal clear thermal
pool surrounded by lush tropical forest at Mataranka then
visit the famous outback pub at Daly Waters. You’ll
even spend a night camping at an outback station. Check
out the Devils Marbles, crazily balanced granite boulders
or purchase a piece of authentic Aboriginal art. Explore
Alice Springs, where you’ll stay two nights in budget
lodgings.
Start the day with an optional
camel ride at the Outback Camel Farm, before continuing
on to Uluru (Ayers Rock) and the remote outback of the red
centre. Experience Kata Tjuta, the surreal domes known as
the Olga’s, on a fully guided walk through the Valley
of Winds, before taking in a majestic sunset over Ayers
Rock and curling up in your swag for some authentic Aussie
camping.
A stunning sunset turns into
a stunning sunrise as you absorb the early morning wonder
of Ayers Rock on a 9km walk around its base, revealing some
of the Aboriginal legends that
surround this land. Australia continues to take your breath
away as we journey to Kings Canyon, climbing and exploring
the impressive ‘Garden of Eden’. Travel along
the famous Mereenie Track, passing by Gosse Bluff (a 130
million year old meteorite crater) as we head towards Glen
Helen, spending the night nestled in the western MacDonnell
Ranges. Heading back to Alice Springs, we 4WD into an ancient
inland sea at Palm Valley.
Note:
Tour is made up of three individual tours; you may travel
with a different guide and passengers during each section.
This tour is operated by a
partner company with expertise in these remote regions of
Australia where special equipment and 4WD vehicles are required.
OzXposure passengers will be joining other travellers on
these departures. Itineraries may vary and attractions substituted
due to seasonal conditions and national park requirements.
You may travel with families and children (aged 8+) on this
tour.
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