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64 6DAYS + DARWIN RETURN aligh 2< Flexible Holidays From Darwin's beaches to Katherine's Indigenous importance, the Top End's towns offer endless attractions to explore at your own pace. 0% Iconic Sites Water beckons at Litchfield National Park — dive in! Equally legendary are Kakadu's wildlife-packed wetlands and dramatic Katherine Gorge Time For You You won't want to rush around World Heritage listed Kakadu, the country's largest national park. And you don’t have to ~ relax! ‘ED Sustainable Travel The Top End's ecosystems are fragile and important. You'll help protect them through contributions to National Parks and Wildlife. @ Welcome to Darwin On arrival in tropical Darwin, enjoy a tour of the cosmopolitan city before joining your Travel Director and fellow travellers at the colourful Mindil Beach Sunset Market to experience a spectacular sunset under the coconut palms. There's plenty of time to explore the art and crafts, aromas and atmosphere of the marketplace. You may like to try some fresh BBQ seafood or authentic Indian, Chinese, Greek or Japanese cuisine. Hotel: Travelodge. © Darwin - Katherine Travel to Litchfield National Park, pausing to examine the amazing phenomenon of hundreds of magnetic termite mounds standing up to two metres high in a wide swathe of otherwise empty terrain. Stop at Florence Falls, a spectacular double-plunge waterfall leading to a popular swimming hole, before venturing on to tropical Wangi Falls for a swim in its large waterhole surrounded by spectacular monsoon rainforest Continue to Katherine, a thriving town that was originally established as an outpost on the Australian Overland Telegraph Line. Hotel: Contour, 2nights. BD @ Katherine Gorge Meet Manuel Pamkal to share his passion for the rich traditional culture into which he was born. There is the opportunity to purchase some local Indigenous art. Sit back and relax in tranquil surroundings as you cruise on Katherine Gorge. A series of thirteen deep gorges carved through ancient rock, there are many Aboriginal paintings on the sandstone walls throughout the system, some of which are thousands of years old Discover the history and culture of the Jawoyn people, the traditional owners of Nitmiluk, as you explore the magnificent gorges with a backdrop of stunning rock-faces that change colour with the setting of the sun. Keep an eye out for freshwater crocodiles nesting along the banks. B @ Katherine - Kakadu This morning you have the opportunity to swim in the waterholes of magnificent Edith Falls. Then pass through the mining town of Pine Creek, where buildings date back to the heady gold-rush days. Travel deep into World Heritage listed Kakadu National Park and discover spectacular escarpment, serene waterholes and teeming wildlife. Board the famed Yellow Water Billabong Cruise, spotting basking crocodiles and abundant birdlife with a local guide. Later, take a guided walk to view ancient Aboriginal rock paintings at Nourlangie, regarded as one of the premier rock art sites in the Top End. Hotel: Mercure Kakadu Crocodile, Jabiru, 2 nights. B @ Kakadu National Park Why not take an optional experience scenic flight this morning and experience a different view of Kakadu National Park from the air? Visit Ubirr, another of Kakadu’s foremost rock art galleries. The paintings here provide a fascinating record of Indigenous life over thousands of years: look for naturalistic paintings of animals, traditional x-ray art, and paintings of early contact with European people. Before leaving the site, climb to the top of a nearby rocky outcrop for superb views over the floodplains and escarpment country. Celebrate your Top End journey this evening at a Farewell Dinner with your Travel Director and new-found friends. B FD @ Farewell from Darwin Leave Kakadu this morning to return to Darwin. Keep an eye on the murky river crossings to see if you can spot saltwater crocodiles. Your final stop is Fogg Dam, a birdwatcher's paradise. It is also a haven for water pythons, freshwater turtles and other wildlife. Bid farewell to your fellow travellers as your holiday comes to an end. B
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