From Darwin to Alice Springs Wayoutback Wanderer

You will be collected from your Darwin accommodation at approximately 7 am for the short journey to Litchfield National Park. Explore the waterfalls, spring-fed streams and rugged sandstone escarpments of the park. You'll discover the intriguing cathedral and magnetic termite mounds and swim, hike and explore Florence and Wangi Falls. After enjoying a picnic lunch, you'll embark on a private two-hour cruise spotting crocodiles, birds, buffaloes and other wildlife in the late afternoon. This is a magical experience away from the masses in an area with the one of the highest concentration of saltwater crocodiles found in the world. It’s only a short drive from here to our private campsite in the Mary River region where the local wallaby population welcomes us on arrival. This evening you will enjoy a dinner under the stars and share stories. Tonight you'll have the choice of sleeping in comfortable permanent safari tents or a self erected tent on site. Wet Season itinerary: Depart Darwin at 7 am. The first stop on your adventure is Ubirr Rock, one of the main cultural sites within the park. At Ubirr you can view a wide range of Aboriginal rock art which will be interpreted by your guide. Here you will learn about the Rainbow Serpent and climb the Nadab Lookout for excellent views over the surrounding floodplain and beyond into Arnhem Land. In the afternoon visit the Warradjan Cultural Centre to learn about the 40,000 years of aboriginal occupation within the park. In the late afternoon you'll enjoy a crocodile cruise on the Yellow Waters billabong. You will take a 90-minute informative cruise (included) where you can spot ‘crocs’ and other wildlife. Tonight you will enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at a private campsite. 

Today the jewels of Kakadu National Park await. Departing early we travel to Twin and Jim Jim Falls. Explore Twin Falls Gorge which is accessed by 4-wheel drive track, a boat shuttle service and a rocky walking track and boardwalk. Once there relax on the sandy banks and admire the falls. There’s more 4-wheel driving as we make our way to Jim Jim Falls where a walk through a monsoon forest and over boulders takes us to the waterfall and plunge pool which are surrounded by 150 metre cliffs. Spend the afternoon taking in the sheer beauty of your spectacular surrounds before heading to our comfortable campsite located within Kakadu National Park where you can choose to sleep at our private campsite in permanent tent or out under the stars in swags. Wet season itinerary: Today enjoy a half day hike and swim at the beautiful Gubara Springs or Gunlom Falls, and walk to the top of the Nawurlandja lookout with spectacular views over Kakadu. Late afternoon we will drive to Mount Bundy, close by Litchfield National Park and spend tonight at our private permanent campsite with your fellow travellers. 

Rising early, we set the scene for today by taking the short hike to Nawurlandja lookout affording spectacular views of the escarpment country, Nourlangie and Anbangbang Billabong. Afterwards, visit the culturally significant Ubirr, located within the East Alligator Region of the park. Here you will view a wide range of ancient Aboriginal art which will be interpreted by your guide. Learn the story of the Rainbow Serpent and climb the Nadab Lookout for panoramic views over the floodplain and beyond into Arnhem Land. After lunch you'll visit the Bowali Visitor Centre, a Gun-djeihmi name for the local area and creek on land owned by the Mirarr clan. See the audio visual presentations and Marrawuddi Gallery showcasing Aboriginal art by artists from within Kakadu and the wider region. En route to Darwin we stop in for a visit at the Mamukala Wetlands offering a stunning variety of birdlife which can be spotted on the viewing platform or boardwalk. This afternoon, put your feet up and relax as your guide returns you to your Darwin accommodation after three magical days of adventure, wildlife, rich in cultural history and natural beauty. Wet Season itinerary: Enjoy the short journey to Litchfield National Park. Explore the waterfalls, spring-fed streams and rugged sandstone escarpments of Litchfield. Discover intriguing cathedral and magnetic termite mounds and swim, hike and explore Florence and Wangi Falls(water level dependent) as well as Buley Rockhole. Return to Darwin in the early evening. Overnight hostel accommodation included in Darwin in a dorm, single or twin/double room. 

Awake nice and early to begin your adventure through the "Territory" to Alice Springs. The afternoon is spent at Nitmiluk (Katherine Gorge) National Park which is owned by the Jawoyn Aboriginal people. Ancient sandstone has been carved away by the Katherine River to create a deep and picturesque gorge. You may like to take a boat cruise or paddle a canoe (seasonal) through the peaceful water (both optional and additional cost) before retiring to our campsite and "swags" (Aussie bedroll) nearby.

A great start to the day, is a soak in the Mataranka Thermal Pools, a lush oasis fringed by paperbark trees. No trip to the Territory is complete without a visit to the Daly Waters Pub, an important watering hole for explorers and drovers in days gone by and now a great spot for a cold beer, a bit of history and a "fair dinkum outback experience", Our day winds to a close at historic Banka Banka Cattle Station where we camp in "swags" (Aussie bedroll) for the night. 

We pass through Tennant Creek and then further along the track are the Devils Marbles (Karlu Karlu) which are a collection of gigantic granite boulders magically balanced on top of one another. Later in the day we cross the Tropic of Capricorn (only 20% of the Northern Territory lays south of this point) then a short time later we arrive into Alice Springs. Overnight hostel accommodation included in Alice Springs in a dorm, single, or twin/double room. 

The day is yours to explore the township of Alice Springs. All activities and meals are at your own expense.

Your journey deep into the heart of the Red Centre begins as you leave Alice Springs and head south with a first stop at a camel farm for a break and a camel ride if you're keen (own expense). Many people don’t realise it but the Australian Outback has thousands of wild camels, which you will come to realise during your journey. We continue to Mount Ebenezer Roadhouse where you can view or purchase Aboriginal artefacts. On the way to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, keep your eye out for Atila (Mount Connor), which you’d be forgiven for thinking was Uluru. After lunch you will enter Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park for a visit to the Cultural Centre to learn about local Aboriginal law and religion (Tjukurpa) before a short, guided walk at the base of Uluru. Those choosing to climb will have the opportunity to do so, weather permitting. (Note: Uluru is a sacred site and Anangu, the indigenous custodians, respectfully ask visitors not to climb it). You will also have time to do your own longer walk around the base should you want to explore further. As the sun disappears into the land for another day enjoy some sparkling wine and nibbles while watching magnificent Uluru go through a vibrant colour change. Afterwards, we head to our private campsite to enjoy dinner before retiring to our comfortable permanent tents or rolling out the swag for a night under clear southern skies. You will never see stars better than this.

Get up early to view the sunrise over Uluru and Kata Tjuta from near your campsite before driving to Kata Tjuta for a walk through the Valley of the Winds. After a brief stop at the Ayers Rock Resort it’s time to head to Kings Creek Cattle Station to our remote and private campsite, complete with bush toilet and shower and permanent tents. The camp has stunning views out over the George Gill Ranges and gives you a real feel for the outback. Experience a campfire dinner with new friends and another night out under the stars.

This morning take a guided walk to see the towering walls, crevices and plateaus of Watarrka (Kings Canyon). Visit the Amphitheatre, the Lost City, and the tranquil Garden of Eden. You’ll arrive at Alice Springs in the early evening where you may decide to meet your new friends later for a meal and drinks.