Top End Rock Art and Wilderness
Duration: 7 days
Highlights: - Get up close to the striking wilderness and culture of the Top End
- Cruise through waters teeming with saltwater crocodiles, birds and barramundi
- See Australia's best Aboriginal rock art and meet local artists
- Journey to another world in Arnhem Land
Immerse yourself in the ancient cultures and impossibly beautiful wilderness of Australia’s Top End. Venture into rugged terrain teeming with native wildlife and birds. Unearth the stories of ancient rock art. And stay on the coastal floodplains of the Mary River, on the edge of Kakadu National Park.
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Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrive Darwin
Welcome to Darwin and privately tour the city. Wander around the botanical gardens and Government House. Step back in time at Fannie Bay Gaol and East Point, site of the tragic WW2 bombing of Darwin.
Overnight: Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin
Day 2 - Kakadu
Journey to World Heritage listed Kakadu National Park. Pause at Fogg Dam Reserve, a major water bird feeding and roosting site. Take in the beautiful Leaning Tree Lagoon, a billabong strewn with delicate water lilies, and at Cooinda, board the Yellow Water cruise to the heart of a pristine tropical environment. See your first glimpses of the extraordinary Top End wildlife, including saltwater crocs.
Overnight: Permanent Bush Camp
Meal Plan: B,L,D
Day 3 - Arnhem Land
Today, visit Gunbalanya Aboriginal community in Arnhem Land and have the opportunity to meet and watch traditional local artists in action. After visiting the arts centre, head up into Mikinj Valley to see amazing rock art with incredible views. This is only accessible with your guide and is not open to the public.
Overnight: Permanent Bush Camp
Meal Plan: B,L,D
Day 4: Mary River
Head to the southern end of Kakadu to a pristine waterfall, Maguk. Take the one-kilometre walk through sub-monsoon rainforest to the beautiful plunge pool for a refreshing dip. Conclude at Bamurru Plains for the night, located on a sprawling buffalo station mixing bush camping with the comforts of a luxury getaway.
Overnight: Bamurru Plains
Meal Plan: B,L,D
Day 5 - Mary River
Rise early for an airboat ride across the Mary River catchment area. Glide along lily-fringed waterways, through pockets of river mangroves, to spot birdlife and crocs. Then, a choice of activity: river cruise, guided wilderness walk, quad biking or an open-top safari drive. Cool off in the pool and later a three-course dinner with bush-inspired dishes.
Overnight: Bamurru Plains
Meal Plan: B,L,D
Day 6 - Darwin
Enjoy a leisurely morning before heading back to Darwin by air where the rest of the day is at leisure. Soak up the city’s laid-back vibe at your own pace.
Overnight: Adina Apartment Hotel
Meal Plan: B,L,D
Day 7 - Depart Darwin
After breakfast, depart Darwin.
Meal Plan: B
