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Kakadu Dreaming

Kakadu Dreaming

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There’s nowhere in Australia quite like the Northern Territory. Crocs, hot springs, sparse beauty, spectacular waterfalls, Aboriginal culture, – this part of the world has a little something for everyone. On this sun-soaked adventure you’ll hike, cruise, and widen your eyes in wonder every single step of the way.

Contiki acknowledges the Traditional and Torres Strait Island owners of the land, sea and waters of the spectacular Australian continent. As we explore this remarkable land, we recognise and respect their custodianship of a unique, ancient culture and country.


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Kakadu Dreaming – Australia Tour for Young Adults & Young Solo Travellers

Kakadu Dreaming Tours for Young Adults

The one that brings you the best of the Northern Territory, from Garramilla (Darwin) to Kakadu National Park

There’s nowhere in Australia quite like the Northern Territory. Crocs, hot springs, sparse beauty, spectacular waterfalls, Aboriginal culture, – this part of the world has a little something for everyone. On this sun-soaked adventure you’ll hike, cruise, and widen your eyes in wonder every single step of the way.

Contiki acknowledges the Traditional and Torres Strait Island owners of the land, sea and waters of the spectacular Australian continent. As we explore this remarkable land, we recognise and respect their custodianship of a unique, ancient culture and country.

“70 percent join our trips solo”

“70% of our travellers join our trips solo, so you’ll travel with like-minded young people who want to make friends, experience new things and create lifelong memories. This is the best way to turn solo travel into the most social travel imaginable.” (Cited from the very experienced and internationally popular operator of this tour for young adults. For the latest info and eventual changes see here)

“Most popular youth travel company in the world”

Info by the very experienced and internationally popular operator of this tour for young adults (“Most popular youth travel company in the world”, Wikipedia): “Our trips are exclusively for 18-35s, and whether you join us solo or in a group, our trips are designed so you can share incredible experiences with young travellers just like you.”

Reviews by tour participants:

4.3 out of 5 stars (6 Reviews)* (all reviews and the latest rating available on the details page

Target age group:

18 to 35 (35 to 45 at “Reunion Trips“)

Trip duration and price:

5 days, 1 country from about $ 1179* (final prices – also in other currencies like British £ or – available on the booking page)

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Destinations:

Australia > Australia

You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details page

Planned Itinerary:

Day 1: Garramilla (Darwin)

Day 2: Garramilla (Darwin)

Kakadu National Park

Day 3: Kakadu National Park

Day 4: Kakadu National Park

Katherine

Day 5: Katherine

Litchfield National Park

Garramilla (Darwin)

Day 1: Garramilla (Darwin)

Garramilla (Darwin)Touching down in Darwin, we’ll waste no time getting into it as we head out for an optional visit to the Royal Flying Doctors Service. Learn about the history & the activities of the RFDS’s pilots, engineers, doctors & nurses, & the experiences of the patients that were carried & cared for each day. See, experience & learn through the wonder of technology as this facility brings history to life before our free evening where we’ll check out the city’s cosmopolitan nightlife.

Travelodge Resort Darwin (or similar)Royal Flying Doctors in DarwinWe’ll find out more about the incredible Royal Flying Doctors Service which provides vital rescue and medical services across rural Australia. All prices are in local currency.
Additional costs apply

Day 2: Garramilla (Darwin) to Kakadu National Park Make Travel Matter®

Garramilla (Darwin)
After an included breakfast at the hotel this morning, we’ll take a city tour on the coach and head to Kakadu National Park.
Kakadu National Park
It’s time to get to grips with the breathtaking landscapes of Kakadu National Park. We’ll kick things off by meeting some local Indigenous people at their business, Pudakul. We’ll be taken on an immersive cultural tour where we’ll have the chance to learn and understand the local customs and traditions of the Aboriginal people of the region. It’s an experience not to be missed. Fully immersed in these timeless lands we’ll take a hike up to Ubirr lookout, to catch a stunning sunset over the Nadab floodplain before enjoying a free evening to chill out at our accommodation.

Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Included ExperienceDiscover DarwinWe’ll uncover the very best of this cultural hotspot, with a local guide on hand to answer all our burning questions.
Make Travel Matter®Try Spear Throwing and Bush Medicine (MAKE TRAVEL MATTER ® Experience) Immerse yourself in Aboriginal culture at Pudakul. Meet a local family in their home and learn about the significance of the Didgeridoo.
Included ExperienceHike Ubirr Lookout (Seasonal) Climb to the top and be rewarded with a sunset to rival the African savannas. You’ll half-expect a lion to walk into the frame!

Day 3: Kakadu National Park

Kakadu National Park
Cameras at the ready! We have all day today to explore the breathtaking beauty of the surrounding National Park. You’ll have the option to see the unique terrain of the Northern Territory from the sky, gliding over the strikingly different landscapes on a scenic flight. You can then opt into a Sunset Yellow Waters cruise this evening, while learning why this region is so important to the local Aboriginal people.

Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Included ExperienceSoak up some Culture at Warradjan See the work of Aboriginal artists and craft-makers and learn more about the indigenous tribes. Included ExperienceAdmire Prehistoric Rock Art Some Aboriginal art on Nourlangie Rocks has been around for 20,000 years! It makes our nan look like a spring chicken.
Scenic Flight over Kakadu National ParkSee the fabulous flora and fauna on a scenic flight over Kakadu National Park. There are 30-minute and 60-minute flights available, subject to availability. (Please note that all prices are in local currency, and the advertised price is for the 30-minute flight.)
Additional costs apply

Sunset Cruise on Yellow Water BillabongSail past crocs, wild horses and buffalos on the world-famous Yellow Water Billabong. Then top it off with an epic sunset. All prices are in local currency.
Additional costs apply

Day 4: Kakadu National Park to Katherine Gorge

Kakadu National Park
More natural beauty in store today, as we start with a visit to Edith Falls before we head to the otherworldly Katherine Gorge.
Katherine
Welcome to the spectacular sandstone landscapes of Katherine Gorge. We’ll have the opportunity to take a cruise and explore the world famous National Park, spotting waterfalls, ancient aboriginal rock art and of course the incredible gorge itself.

Contour Hotel Katherine (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Dinner

Included Experience Bathe in Nature at Edith Falls (Seasonal) Kick back and take a refreshing dip in the crystalline plunge pools, surrounded by monsoon forest. Pure bliss!
Katherine Gorge CruiseTake in the beauty of Katherine Gorge from the water. All prices are in local currency.
Additional costs apply

Day 5: Katherine to Garramilla (Darwin)

KatherineOur trip comes to an end today, but not before some incredible last hurrahs…

Litchfield National ParkWe’ll make the most of our last day by heading to Litchfield National Park where we’ll check out the enormous termite mounds and famous Florence Falls, two waterfalls pouring over a wide plateau into into deep, picture-perfect water holes. Grab your swimmers to take a heavenly dip in the crystal clear waters.Garramilla (Darwin)Our trip comes to an end in Darwin, where our adventures began but our trip doesn’t have to end just yet. For those staying an extra night you’ll have to option to glide across the Darwin Harbour on a sunset cruise (seasonal) We’ll never forget the singular beauty of the Northern Territories.

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Included ExperienceVisit Adelaide River War CemeteryIncluded Experience Shower in a Waterfall One for the bucket list. Take it easy in the relaxing plunge pools, or swim under the cascading Florence Falls. Included ExperienceSee Magnetic Termite Mounds WTF? You say. Trust us. This a weird but unmissable highlight at Litchfield National Park. Darwin Harbour Sunset CruiseEnjoy a one of Darwin’s renowned sunsets from the water. What more could you want? (Please note that this experience is only available at certain times of the year. It doesn’t usually run during the wet season [Nov-Apr]. All prices are in local currency.)
Additional costs apply

You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details & booking page

Some of the Highlights:

Make Travel Matter®
Try Spear Throwing and Bush Medicine (MAKE TRAVEL MATTER ® Experience)

Immerse yourself in Aboriginal culture at Pudakul. Meet a local family in their home and learn about the significance of the Didgeridoo.

INCLUDED

Included Experience
Hike Ubirr Lookout (Seasonal)

Climb to the top and be rewarded with a sunset to rival the African savannas. You’ll half-expect a lion to walk into the frame!

INCLUDED

Included Experience
Shower in a Waterfall

One for the bucket list. Take it easy in the relaxing plunge pools, or swim under the cascading Florence Falls.

INCLUDED

Royal Flying Doctors in Darwin

We’ll find out more about the incredible Royal Flying Doctors Service which provides vital rescue and medical services across rural Australia. All prices are in local currency.

ADDITIONAL COST APPLIED

Sunset Cruise on Yellow Water Billabong

Sail past crocs, wild horses and buffalos on the world-famous Yellow Water Billabong. Then top it off with an epic sunset. All prices are in local currency.

ADDITIONAL COST APPLIED

Katherine Gorge Cruise

Take in the beauty of Katherine Gorge from the water. All prices are in local currency.

ADDITIONAL COST APPLIED

Trip Highlights

The must do experiences that you can cross off your bucket list

You’ll find all highlights and eventual changes on the details page

FAQs:

You’ll find all FAQs and the latest info on the details page

Included Meals:

4 Breakfasts, 1 Dinner

You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details page

Team:

Expert Trip Manager & Driver Team

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Group Size:

Average 20 people

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Transfers:

Coach

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More Details:

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