SMALL GROUP TOURS ACROSS THE TOP END OF AUSTRALIA

2008-2009 SMALL GROUP 4WD TOURS ACROSS THE TOP END OF AUSTRALIA, INCLUDING: KAKADU NATIONAL PARK LITCHFIELD NATIONAL PARK AND THE KIMBERLEY Small Groups, ● BIG Adventure! EXCLUSIVE ABORIGINAL CULTURAL EXPERIENCE ● ACCESS TO SPECIAL PERMIT AREAS ● PRIVATE CROCODILE AND WILDLIFE CRUISE ● EXPERIENCED AND KNOWLEDGEABLE GUIDES Wilderness 4WD Adventures have been specializing in small group (9-16 max), nature-based 4-wheel drive Kakadu and Kimberley tours since 1990. We provide a highly organised camping experience for young, active and adventurous people with a love of nature and a thirst for knowledge. As you’d hope, we also have heaps of fun swimming in drop dead gorgeous waterholes, checking out the amazing wildlife and just hanging out. Our passion is the Top End of Australia and we’d love to show you why - from Darwin to the world famous Kakadu National Park, Litchfield National Park, Katherine Gorge and through the Kimberley Region in Western Australia. We offer a comprehensive selection of 4WD camping tours that can take you exploring through all of these destinations. EXPERIENCE THE EBB AND FLOW OF A TIMELESS LAND We do quite a lot of bushwalking into very special areas where swimming and rock climbing are daily events making it perfect for adventurous people. Our aim is to “get away from the crowds” and take passengers into the more isolated areas of the Northern Territory and the Kimberley to really experience the feeling of time standing still. Because of our commitment to low impact tourism and the special relationship we have with local Aboriginal landowners, we have exclusive Access Permits to a number of areas well away from other tours. This way you really can feel part of the countryside and not feel like you’re “on tour”. We pride ourselves on high levels of customer satisfaction and always receive positive feedback from people who have travelled on our tours. We are confident that all of our guides have the ability to provide you with a hugely enjoyable and exciting experience. If this sounds good to you and you want a perfect adventure holiday in Kakadu or the Kimberley, then take a tour with Wilderness 4WD Adventures. You won’t be disappointed. WE TAKE YOU WHERE OTHERS CAN’T Wilderness 4WD Adventures holds a number of Restricted and Exclusive Permits that allow us to take you away from the main tourist trail and into some of the more remote areas of the Top End. This way you can immerse yourself in magical surroundings, hiking into beautiful secluded waterfalls where you can really sense the timelessness of ancient landscapes dating hundreds of millions of years without a heap of other tourists. Wilderness 4WD has secured these Special Permits over other companies because of our commitment to low impact group sizes, nature based tourism and our willingness to work with and respect the wishes of local Aboriginal people. We have two Exclusive Permits to Upper Tolmer Falls and Upper Sandy Creek Falls in Litchfield National Park, that is, we are the only commercial tour operator allowed access. In Kakadu National Park we have two Restricted Permits with Wilderness 4WD being only one of three companies with scheduled access to Koolpin Gorge and one of two companies authorised to visit Graveside Gorge. Koolpin Gorge - Permit Area. Kakadu Culture Camp. HANDS-ON ABORIGINAL CULTURAL EXPERIENCE The Top End of the Northern Territory is home to descendants of the first arrivals to the continent over 40,000 years ago, the region rich in cultural history. There are a host of Aboriginal rock art sites with some like Ubirr Rock and Nourlangie Rock regarded as amongst some of the most significant art sites in the world. However, to gain a true understanding of the culture of the local Aboriginal people, which is as alive today as it was thousands of years ago, you can’t go past a visit to the Kakadu Culture Camp which Wilderness 4WD Adventures offers exclusively on many of its tours. The facility is owned and operated by local Bininj (Aboriginal) people and was established as a place where they could share their culture and traditional heritage with tourists from around the world. You’ll get an amazing insight into the Aboriginal people’s traditional way of life – told to you by the local people instead of by a tour guide. Learn about traditional foods, listen to the Dreamtime stories of the local Kakadu people as well as joining in some hands on experiences spear throwing, playing the didgeridoo and weaving. GREEN SEASON TOURS EXPERIENCE KAKADU AND LITCHFIELD UNDERGO A MAJOR TRANSFORMATION At this time of year (November to April) you can experience Kakadu and Litchfield as they undergo a major transformation – from dry and empty watercourses after 7 months with little rain, to a bounty of life emerging after wild lightning storms bring much needed rain. Dry riverbeds begin to flow bringing dormant waterfalls to life that then fill the floodplains. The bush turns lush green and the wildlife becomes active with plenty of food on offer (not you guys hopefully). GET AWAY FROM THE CROWDS INTO RESTRICTED PERMIT AREAS We visit the best destinations accessible at this time of year with plenty of hiking, swimming and exploring the wonders of the region. We’ll get you away from the crowds and into the more isolated areas of Kakadu and Litchfield, including Special Permit areas. The rain and the humidity make sleeping in tents impossible at this time of year. From December to March we offer air conditioned accommodation on all of the tours and the campsite has sheltered social areas in case of rain. The following tours offer a number of options of varying duration for visiting Kakadu and/or Litchfield National Park at this amazing and less crowded time of year. 2 Day Kakadu Adventure $375 Discount Available (See General Information) Departs Darwin: Daily 6:30am Valid: 1st December 2008 – 31st March 2009. Tour Code: 2KGS Our 2 Day Kakadu Green Season Adventure gives those short on time a chance to see many of the highlights on offer within Kakadu National Park. You’ll get to see Crocodiles leaping out of the water on an Adelaide River boat cruise, visit special restricted areas like Moline Rockhole for swimming and relaxing, visit Nourlangie Rock, a highly significant Aboriginal art site, as well as some fantastic hiking with views that will blow you away. DAY 1 (Lunch, Dinner). After picking you up from your accommodation at 6.30am we head to the Adelaide River for a one hour boat cruise to watch large saltwater crocodiles leap out of the water up to half their body length. Awesome! Upon entering Kakadu National Park we stop at the Bowali Visitor Centre which contains a wealth of information about the flora, fauna, culture, management and history of Kakadu National Park. We visit Nourlangie Rock, one of the most famous rock art and cultural sites in the world, and Narwurlandja lookout where you can enjoy magnificent views over Kakadu and across to the Arnhem Land Escarpment. Walking: 4km’s. Camp: Mary River - Southern Kakadu – Permanent Campsite with air-conditioned accommodation*. DAY 2 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). Today we “get away from the crowds” with plenty of hiking, exploring and swimming. These walks encompass Kurrundie Falls, Motorcar Falls, Boulder Creek and Gunlom (when accessible). We hold a Special Permit to a restricted area called Moline Rockhole which has picturesque cascades that descend to a small waterfall with a clear plunge pool at the base where you can cool down after a big day. Walking: 10km’s. * The overnight accommodation is not included in the price. There are several options available including share dormitory accommodation $17 p/p, double rooms $40 and motel rooms $100. Double and Motel rooms are subject to availability. Top: Nourlangie Rock art site - Main Gallery. Middle: Cooling off during the wet season. Bottom: Private Jumping Crocodile Cruise. WILDERNESS 4 WD ADVENTURES - PAGE 2/3 UBIRR ������������� To Da rwin � PRIVATE "JUMPING CROCODILES" CRUISE er Adelaide Riv rch) (January – Ma ODILE PRIVATE CROC CRUISE E AND WILDLIF labong rroboree Bil ly) Co (December on JABIRU BOWALI CENTRE WARRADJAN CENTRE GUBARA ������ �������� ���� NA NG UL A UW DJ A ANNOURLANGIE R RL ROCK WU NA ���� ����� ���������� ��� M ar y er R iv To Pine Creek GUNLOM FALLS MOLINE ROCKHOLE SM FALLS KURRUNDIE LLS MOTORCAR FA er Creek) uld ALL GORGE (Bo MARY RIVER ROADHOUSE mpsite) Ca (Permanent 3 Day Kakadu Adventure $475 Discounts Available (See General Information). Departs Darwin: Daily 6:30am. Valid: 1st December 2008 - 31st March 2009. DAY 2 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). Tour Code: 3KGS Today we “get away from the crowds” with plenty of hiking, exploring and swimming. These walks encompass Kurrundie Falls, Motorcar Falls, Boulder Creek and Gunlom (when accessible). We hold a Special Permit to a restricted area called Moline Rockhole which has picturesque cascades that descend to a waterfall with a clear plunge pool at the base. Walking: 10km’s Overnight: Mary River - Southern Kakadu – Permanent Campsite with air-conditioned accommodation*. Our 3 Day Kakadu Green Season Adventure is similar to our 2 Day tour but with more time to take in some of the other awesome areas of Kakadu National Park. We’ll visit Gubara with its lovely rainforest shaded cascading waterfalls and plunge pools to swim in. If you’re interested in finding out more on Aboriginal history and art then a visit to Ubirr Rock will get you going. Ubirr Rock has probably the best and most detailed rock art within Kakadu, not to mention the spectacular view from the top of the rock. We’ll get you away from the crowds and into the more isolated areas of Kakadu, including the Special Permit area of Moline Rockhole, a perfect spot to swim without a host of other people around. DAY 3 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). DAY 1 (Lunch, Dinner). After picking you up from your accommodation at 6.30am we head to the Adelaide River for a one hour boat cruise to watch large saltwater crocodiles leap out of the water up to half their body length. Awesome! Upon entering Kakadu National Park we stop at the Bowali Visitor Centre which contains a wealth of information about the flora, fauna, culture, management and history of Kakadu National Park. We visit Nourlangie Rock, one of the most famous rock art and cultural sites in the world, and Narwurlandja lookout where you can enjoy magnificent views over Kakadu and across to the Arnhem Land Escarpment. Walking: 4km’s Camp: Mary River - Southern Kakadu – Permanent Campsite with air-conditioned accommodation*. Today we head back north through Kakadu with our first stop the Warradjan Cultural Centre where you can view various displays on Kakadu and learn about the Local Aboriginal people. From here we make our way to Gubara where we’ll take a 6km return walk past sandstone cliffs and onto shady monsoon rainforest pools with small cascading waterfalls. Our final destination before heading back to Darwin is Ubirr Rock (subject to accessibility), arguably Kakadu’s best aboriginal rock art site. If Ubirr Rock is inaccessible we visit Nanguluwar art site which depicts a variety of art styles including the first European contact. Walking: 9km’s * The overnight accommodation is not included in the price. There are several options available including share dormitory accommodation $17 p/p, double rooms $40 and motel rooms $100. Double and Motel rooms are subject to availability. 3 Day Kakadu/Litchfield Adventure $435 Discounts Available (See General Information). Departs Darwin: Daily 6:30am. Valid: 1st December 2008 – 31th March 2009. Tour Code: 2K1L Our 3 Day Kakadu/Litchfield Adventure gives those short on time a chance to see many of the highlights of Kakadu National Park and Litchfield National Park. You’ll get to see Crocodiles leaping out of the water on an Adelaide River boat cruise, visit beautiful Restricted Permit areas for swimming and relaxing like Moline Rockhole in Kakadu. You’ll get to check out the amazing Meridian Termite Mounds that dot the landscape around Litchfield, visit highly significant Aboriginal art sites and enjoy fantastic views over the surrounding countryside from many of the lookouts we frequent on our hikes. 4 Day Kakadu/Litchfield Adventure $535 Discounts Available (See General Information) Departs Darwin: Daily 6:30am Valid: 1st December 2008 - 31st March 2009 Tour Code: 3K1L Our 4 Day Kakadu/Litchfield Adventure is similar to the 3 day Kakadu/Litchfield Adventure but gives us an extra day in Kakadu. This gives us time to visit Ubirr Rock, the site of some of the world’s best indigenous rock art. We also visit the ‘Garden of Eden’ at Gubara where we pass great sandstone cliffs and walk through monsoon forest. For those keen to find out more about Kakadu National Park and local Aboriginal history, then a stop at the Warradjan Cultural Centre won’t disappoint with its informative, interactive displays. DAY 1 - KAKADU (Lunch, Dinner). DAY 1 - KAKADU (Lunch, Dinner). After picking you up from your accommodation at 6.30am we head to the Adelaide River for a one hour boat cruise where you can watch large saltwater crocodiles leap out of the water up to half their body length. Awesome! Upon entering Kakadu National Park we stop at the Bowali Visitor Centre which contains a wealth of information about the flora, fauna, culture, management and history of Kakadu National Park. We visit Nourlangie Rock,, one of the most famous rock art and cultural sites in the world, and Narwurlandja lookout where you can enjoy magnificent views over Kakadu and across to the Arnhem Land Escarpment. Walking: 4km’s. Camp: Mary River - Southern Kakadu – Permanent Campsite with air-conditioned accommodation*. After picking you up from your accommodation at 6.30am we head to the Adelaide River for a one hour boat cruise to watch large saltwater crocodiles leap out of the water up to half their body length. Awesome! Upon entering Kakadu National Park we stop at the Bowali Visitor Centre which contains a wealth of information about the flora, fauna, culture, management and history of Kakadu National Park. We visit Nourlangie Rock, one of the most famous rock art and cultural sites in the world, and Narwurlandja lookout where you can enjoy magnificent views over Kakadu and across to the Arnhem Land Escarpment. Walking: 4km’s. Camp: Mary River - Southern Kakadu – Permanent Campsite with air-conditioned accommodation*. DAY 2 - KAKADU (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). Today we “get away from the crowds” with plenty of hiking, exploring and swimming. These walks encompass Kurrundie Falls, Motorcar Falls, Boulder Creek and Gunlom (when accessible). We hold a Special Permit to a restricted area called Moline Rockhole which has picturesque cascades that descend to a small waterfall with a clear plunge pool at the base. Walking: 10km’s. Accommodation: your Darwin hostel/hotel (own expense). DAY 2 - KAKADU (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). Today we “get away from the crowds” with plenty of hiking, exploring and swimming. These walks encompass Kurrundie Falls, Motorcar Falls, Boulder Creek and Gunlom (when accessible). We hold a Special Permit to Moline Rockhole which has picturesque cascades that descend to a small waterfall with a clear plunge pool at the base.) Walking: 10km’s. Camp: Mary River - Southern Kakadu – Permanent Campsite with air-conditioned accommodation*. DAY 3 - LITCHFIELD (Lunch, Dinner). Resuming our tour the next morning at 7:00am we head directly to Litchfield National Park with our first stop the picturesque Florence Falls for a swim after a short walk through the surrounding monsoon rainforest. You can swim in the crystal clear rock pools of Buley Rockholes before a short drive to the famous Wangi Falls for another quick swim. We then scoot off for a scenic bushwalk around Tolmer Falls before reaching the lookout where you can watch the waterfall cascading from a picturesque narrow gorge into a huge plunge pool below. As we leave Litchfield National Park we pass by floodplains scattered with hundreds of Meridian Termite Mounds and make a brief stop to learn more about the inhabitants of these amazing structures. Walking: 4km’s. * The overnight accommodation is not included in the price. There are several options available including share dormitory accommodation $17 p/p, double rooms $40 and motel rooms $100. Double and Motel rooms are subject to availability. DAY 3 - KAKADU (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). Today our first stop is the Warradjan Cultural Centre where you can view various displays on Kakadu and learn about the Local Aboriginal people. From here we make our way to Gubara where we’ll take a 6km return walk past sandstone cliffs and onto shady monsoon rainforest pools with small cascading waterfalls. Our final destination before we head back to Darwin is Ubirr Rock (subject to accessibility) which is arguably Kakadu’s best aboriginal rock art site. If Ubirr Rock is inaccessible we visit Nanguluwar art site which depicts a variety of art styles including the first European contact. Walking: 9km’s. Accommodation: Your Darwin hostel/hotel (own expense). DAY 4 - LITCHFIELD (Lunch, Dinner). We resume our tour next morning at 7:00am and head directly to Litchfield National Park. Our first stop for the day is at the picturesque Florence Falls for a refreshing swim after completing a short walk through the surrounding monsoon rainforest. You can swim in the crystal clear rock pools of Buley Rockholes before a short drive to the famous Wangi Falls for another quick swim. We then scoot off for a scenic bushwalk around Tolmer Falls before reaching the lookout where you can watch the waterfall cascading from a picturesque narrow gorge into a huge plunge pool below. As we leave Litchfield National Park we pass by floodplains scattered with hundreds of Meridian Termite Mounds and make a brief stop to learn more about the inhabitants of these amazing structures. Walking: 4km’s. * The overnight accommodation is not included in the price. There are several options available including share dormitory accommodation $17 p/p, double rooms $40 and motel rooms $100. Double and Motel rooms are subject to availability. This Page: Top Right: Curcuma Australasica. Right: Kambolgie Creek crossing. Opposite Page: Top Left: Track in the wetseason. Top Right: Ubirr Rock Lookout. Bottom Left: Swimming at Florence Falls, Litchfield. WILDERNESS 4 WD ADVENTURES - PAGE 4/5 DRY SEASON TOURS The Dry Season which runs from April to November is a great time of year to visit the Top End. The weather is hot and dry as you’d expect, providing the perfect environment for lots of swimming in gorgeous waterholes to cool down after our many hikes and excursions. This time of year lends itself to taking time to explore the many wonders of Kakadu, Litchfield and Nitmiluk (Katherine Gorge) National Parks as well as the Kimberley Region to the west, all of which have a timeless feel about them which is food for the soul. 3 Day Kakadu Adventure $485 + Local Payment (See Below). Discounts Available (See General Information). Departs Darwin: Daily 6:30am. Valid: 1st April 2008 - 30th November 2008. Tour Code: 3KA GET AWAY FROM THE CROWDS INTO RESTRICTED PERMIT AREAS Because we hold a number of Special Permits to restricted areas, we are able to get you away from the crowds and into the more isolated areas of Kakadu and Litchfield. This time of year is perfect for camping out under the southern stars which are a sight to behold after a fabulous meal cooked over a campfire. If you want to experience the highlights of Kakadu National Park but are a little short on time then our small group 3 Day Kakadu Adventure is for you. Jump on board our 4WD for 3 action packed days taking in awesome scenery and exploring magnificent destinations like Jim Jim Falls, Barramundi Gorge, Twin Falls, Ubirr Rock and more. We do plenty of hiking to spectacular lookouts, Aboriginal artsites and pristine waterholes where you can re-fresh your senses with plenty of swimming or some rock climbing if you’re keen. This tour also includes a visit to the Kakadu Culture Camp where you’ll get an intimate insight into the local Aboriginal history and culture. MEET AND LEARN FROM SOME OF THE LOCAL ABORIGINAL PEOPLE We also include an exclusive Aboriginal cultural experience on many of these tours with a visit to the Kakadu Culture Camp which is owned and operated by local Aboriginal people. Get an insight into their way of life, their culture, dreamtime stories as well as some hands on experience weaving, spear throwing or have a crack playing the didgeridoo. The following tours offer a range of adventures from the 1 Day Litchfield Explorer through to our 2,3 and 5 day Kakadu Expeditions and our 5 Day top end Explorer which covers Kakadu, Katherine Gorge and Litchfield National Park. For the real adventurous, you should take a look at our 6 and 9 day Kimberley programs. DAY 1 (Lunch, Dinner). After picking you up from your accommodation at 6:30am, we head off toward Kakadu stopping on the Marrakai Floodplain and White Lily Billabong to admire congregations of wonderful birds amongst water lily covered floodplains. Next up is a refreshing swim at Barramundi Gorge where you can spend time exploring, rock climbing, relaxing or swimming in the waterfalls. Then you can view displays on Kakadu and learn about the Local Aboriginal people at the Warradjan Cultural Centre. Walking: 4km’s. Camp: Garnamarr Campground (Toilets/Showers available). 2 Day/2 Night Kakadu Adventure $370 + Local Payment (See Below). Discounts Available (See General Information). Departs Darwin: Daily at 4:30pm. Valid: 1st April 2008 - 30th November 2008. Tour Code: 2KA DAY 2 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). Today we 4-wheel drive toward Twin Fall where you’ll get to enjoy an informative Falls boat cruise with an Aboriginal Guide up Twin Falls Gorge and also enjoy a rugged hike to the Top of Twinfalls for some spectacular views. Next we 4WD through creeks and sand on our way to the mighty Jim Jim Fall where a Falls swim in the plunge pool is sure to wake you as you cool down in the refreshing water. Walking: 9km’s. Camp: Garnamarr/Muirella Park Campground (Toilets/Showers available). On this 2 day/2 night Kakadu Tour we leave Darwin at 4.30 in the afternoon and make our way out towards the Mary River wetlands where we spend our first night together. This is a great way to start the tour as everyone gets a chance to get to know each other on the first evening plus we start the day with only a short drive into Kakadu National Park. You will get to experience many of the highlights of Kakadu National Park aboard our 4WD with 2 action packed days taking in awesome scenery and exploring magnificent destinations like Jim Jim Falls, Twin Falls, Ubirr Rock and more. We do plenty of hiking to spectacular lookouts, Aboriginal artsites and pristine waterholes where you can re-fresh your senses with plenty of swimming or some rock climbing if you’re keen. DAY 3 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). We start the day with an Exclusive Aboriginal Cultural Experience operated by Kakadu Culture Camp followed with Ubirr Rock, recognised as one of the most famous Rock, aboriginal rock art and cultural areas in the world. A climb to the top will reward you with a 360˚ view over floodplains and the Arnhem Land Escarpment. We end our day with a Private Crocodile and Wildlife Cruise on Corroboree Billabong, Billabong, a part of the Mary River system. Walking: 3km’s. • Tour price does not include local payment a of $35 to cover camping fees, Twin Falls Gorge cruise and Fuel levy. DAY 1 (Dinner). Pick up from your accommodation in Darwin begins at 4.30pm. You get to view some fantastic bird life on the Marrakai Floodplain as we head down the Arnhem Highway on our way towards Kakadu. We reach our overnight campsite in the early evening and tonight you can enjoy stargazing under the southern skies. Camp: Corroboree Campground (toilets/showers available). DAY 2 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). This Page: Left: Barramundi Gorge, Kakadu. Below: Common Tree Snake. Opposite Page: Top Left: Learning from the locals at Kakadu Culture Camp. Top Right: Stoking the campfire. Above: Sunset at Budjmii Lookout. We start our day’s highlights with a Private Crocodile and Wildlife Cruise on Corroboree Billabong, a part of the Mary River system. Next you can view various displays about Kakadu at the Bowali Visitor Centre before heading north to Ubirr Rock, recognised as one of the most famous aboriginal rock art and cultural areas in the world. Another cultural experience awaits you at Nourlangie Rock with rock art dating back as much as 20,000 years. A short drive takes us to Anbangbang Billabong where you can view many varieties of water birds with Nourlangie Rock as an impressive backdrop. Walking: 4km’s. Camp: Garnamar/Muirella Park Campground (toilets/showers available). DAY 3 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). Today we get off-road and start making our way to Twin Falls where you will get to enjoy an informative boat cruise with an Aboriginal Guide up Twin Falls Gorge. Next we 4WD through creeks and sand to the mighty Jim Jim Falls. A swim in the plunge pool is sure to wake you up for the day as you cool down in the refreshing water. Walking: 4 km’s • Tour price does not include local payment a of $35 to cover camping fees, Twin Falls Gorge cruise and Fuel levy. ����� ���� � � � ��� �� � ������ ������������ ����� ������������ ���� ���� ������������ ������ � ������ ������ ��������� ������ �� ������ ���������� �������� ������� ����� ��� ��� ��������� �������������������� ����������� ��������� �� � ��� �� �� �� � ��� � ������ �������� ���� ���������� ����� �������� � ���� �� ��� ��� �� ���� 5 Day Kakadu Expedition $830 + Local Payment (See Below). Max 9 Passengers. Discounts Available (See General Information). Departs Darwin: Thurs & Sun 6:30am. Valid: 1st June 2008 - 30th September 2008. DAY 3 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). Today we get “away from the crowds” as we travel for a couple of hours on a challenging 4WD track that leads us to one of Kakadu’s most rugged and diverse environments. Unmarked on most maps, Graveside Gorge is a remote scenic area with beautiful waterfalls, plunge pools and great hikes that Wilderness Adventures has a Special Permit to visit. Walking: 8 km’s. Camp: Minimal Facility Campground (Toilets/No Showers available). Tour Code: 5KA Our 5 Day Kakadu 4WD Expedition is for nature lovers and those who want to take their time to discover the hidden treasures of Kakadu National Park and really get away from the crowds. We visit all the best destinations in Kakadu including Barramundi Gorge, Ubirr Rock, Twin Falls, Jim Jim Falls, etc, as well as two very special areas in Graveside Gorge and Koolpin Gorge, a designated “Wilderness Zone”. For a first hand aboriginal experience we visit the Kakadu Culture Camp which is not to be missed. Both Koolpin Gorge and Graveside Gorge are restricted areas that Wilderness 4WD Adventures have Special Permits for. On this tour you’ll get plenty of opportunity to really feel the isolation and be able to swim in beautiful waterholes with hardly anyone else around. If getting to know and feel a place rather than just visiting it is your idea of travel, then this 5 Day Kakadu Expedition will blow you away. DAY 4 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). Today we 4-wheel drive toward Twin Falls where you will get to enjoy an informative boat cruise with an Aboriginal Guide up Twin Falls Gorge and also enjoy a rugged hike to the Top of Twinfalls for some spectacular views. Next we 4WD through creeks and sand on our way to the mighty Jim Jim Falls where a swim in the plunge pool at the base of the falls is sure to refresh the senses. Our safari camp permits in Kakadu allow us to choose the best and most peaceful campsites so you`ll be waking up to the sound of birds instead of the usual urban cacophony. Walking: 9 km’s. Camp: Garnamarr/Muirella Park Campground (Toilets/Showers available). DAY 1 (Lunch, Dinner). After picking you up from your accommodation at 6:30am, we get to view some fantastic bird life on the Marrakai Floodplain and White Lily Billabong. Next you can view various displays on Kakadu and learn about the Local Aboriginal people at the Warradjan Cultural Centre. Our last port of call for the day is Barramundi Gorge where you can spend time exploring, rock climbing, relaxing or swimming in the waterfalls. Walking: 4km’s. Camp: Koolpin Gorge Campground (Toilets/No Showers available). DAY 5 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). Today we start the day enjoying an Exclusive Aboriginal Cultural Experience operated by Kakadu Culture Camp. You’ll get the opportunity to participate in fun activities such as spear throwing, didgeridoo lessons, weaving and listening to some great dreamtime stories. A cultural experience of a different kind awaits you next with some awesome rock paintings at Ubirr Rock, recognised as one of the most famous Aboriginal rock art and cultural areas in the world. We end our day with a Private Crocodile and Wildlife Cruise on Corroboree Billabong, a part of the Mary River system. Walking: 3km’s. • Tour price does not include local payment of $55 to cover camping fees, Twin Falls Gorge cruise and Fuel Levy. WILDERNESS 4 WD ADVENTURES - PAGE 6/ 7 DAY 2 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). Today we get “off the beaten track” exploring a very beautiful area called Koolpin Gorge. This remote location is in the very southern end of Kakadu and only 3 companies in Australia have Special Permits to enter this region. We spend a full day hiking along Koolpin Creek where you can refresh yourself frequently in escarpment pools set amongst some of Kakadu’s most spectacular scenery. Walking: 12km’s. Camp: Gunlom Campground (Toilets/Showers available). ������ ������ ������������������� �� ��������� �� � ����� � ���� �� ��� � ����������������� ������� ����� ������ ����� �� ��������������� �������� ������ ���� ������ ��� � ������ � ������������� �� �� �� ������ � ���������� ����� ����� � �������������� ��� ������� ������ ����������� ������ ����� �� �� �� �� ���������� ���� ������������� ���������� ���������� ����� 3 Day Litchfield/Kakadu Adventure $445 + Local Payment (See Below). Discounts Available (See General Information). Departs Darwin: Daily at 7:00am. Valid: 1st April – 30th November 2008. Tour Code: 3LK �� � �� ���� � ����� ����������� If you want a good look at the Top End but are tight for time then our 3 Day Litchfield/ od Kakadu Adventure will give you a good taste of what Kakadu and Litchfield have to offer. ���������������� ����������� ��������� ���� �������� � ���� �� ������������� ��������� Day one is spent exploring Litchfield National Park with its rainforest walks, spectacular waterfalls cascading off the Tabletop Range and swimming in pristine waterholes. Our next two days are devoted to exploring the world famous Kakadu National Park. Be prepared to view some of the best indigenous rock art in the world at Ubirr Rock and Nourlangie Rock. We visit Jim Jim Falls, Twin Falls, go on a private Crocodile and Wildlife Cruise plus do plenty of swimming in divine waterholes and some great hiking. ������������ �������� 1 Day Litchfield Explorer $90 Discounts Available (See General Information). Departs Darwin: Daily at 7:00am. Valid: All year. Tour Code: 1LE Spend the day at the beautiful Litchfield National Park which is where many Darwin residents choose to relax. Litchfield is only 130km’s south-west from Darwin and is 1,500 square kilometers of monsoon rainforest, grand waterfalls cascading off the Tabletop Range and crystal clear plunge pools and swimming holes to refresh the senses. We’ll do a little walking, get some breathtaking views as well as time to relax, swim and enjoy the surrounds. 1 DAY LITCHFIELD TOUR ITINERARY (includes lunch). Pick-up from your accommodation begins at 7:00am with our first stop for the day the ommodation picturesque Florence Falls. There’s time for a refreshing swim after completing a short Falls. walk through the surrounding monsoon rainforest. Swim in the crystal clear rock pools of Buley Rockholes before a short drive to the famous Wangi Falls. Enjoy the view from the lookout at Tolmer Falls where you can Falls. watch the waterfall cascading from a picturesque narrow gorge into a huge plunge pool below. As we leave Litchfield National Park we pass by floodplains scattered with hundreds of Meridian Termite Mounds and we make a brief stop to learn more about the inhabitants of these amazing structures. Walking: 3 km’s. • May sometimes be operated with coaster bus – max 21 passengers. �� ���������������� DAY 1 - LITCHFIELD (Lunch, Dinner). Pick-up from your accommodation begins at 7.00am with our first stop the picturesque Florence Falls for a refreshing swim after completing a short walk through the surrounding monsoon rainforest. Swim in the crystal clear rock pools of Buley Rockholes before a short drive to the famous Wangi Falls. Enjoy the view from the lookout at Tolmer Falls and watch the Falls. waterfall cascading from a picturesque narrow gorge into a huge plunge pool below. As we leave Litchfield National Park we pass by floodplains scattered with hundreds of Meridian Termite Mounds with a brief stop to learn more about the inhabitants of these amazing structures. We also get to view some fantastic bird life on the Marrakai Floodplain as we head towards Kakadu and our overnight campsite. Walking: 3km’s. Camp: Corroboree Campground (toilets/showers available). DAY 2 - KAKADU (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). We start our day’s highlights with a Private Crocodile and Wildlife Cruise on Corroboree Billabong,, a part of the Mary River system. Next you can view various displays about Kakadu at the Bowali Visitor Centre before heading north to Ubirr Rock, recognised as one of the most famous Aboriginal rock art and cultural areas in the world. Another cultural experience awaits you at Nourlangie Rock with rock art dating back as much as 20,000 years. A short drive takes us to Anbangbang Billabong where you can enjoy viewing many varieties of water birds on the floodplain. Walking: 4km’s. Camp: Garnamar/Muirella Park Campground (toilets/showers available). DAY 3 - KAKADU (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). Today we 4-wheel drive toward Twin Falls where you will get to enjoy an informative boat cruise with an Aboriginal Guide up Twin Falls Gorge. Next we 4WD through creeks and sand on our way to the mighty Jim Jim Falls where a swim in the plunge pool at the base of the falls is sure to refresh the senses. Walking: 4 km’s. • Tour price does not include local payment of $35 to cover camping fees, Twin Falls Gorge cruise and Fuel Levy. • Day 1 Litchfield may sometimes be operated with coaster bus – max 21 passengers. 5 Day Top End Explorer $765 + Local Payment (See Below). Discounts Available (See General Information). Departs Darwin: Tues, Thurs & Sat 6:30am. Valid: 1st May 2008 - 30th November 2008. Kakadu, Litchfield and Katherine Gorge Tour Code: 5TE The Top End is a large area with so many fantastic world class places to visit. Everyone wants to go to Kakadu National Park, but what about canoeing the famous Katherine Gorge (Nitmiluk National Park) or experiencing Litchfield National Park with its wide variety of natural habitats, stunning waterfalls and our exclusive permit areas. Our 5 Day Top End Explorer allows time to see and experience the best the Top End has to offer, with plenty of highlights added. Our first three days are devoted to exploring Kakadu National Park including a visit to Ubirr Rock, Jim Jim Falls, Twin Falls, a boat cruise with an Aboriginal Guide and the Culture Camp for a hands on indigenous experience. We spend a full day canoeing the first three gorges of Katherine Gorge, a deep watercourse carved out of sandstone over millions of years which now offers stunning views. Our final day is spent exploring Litchfield National Park with rainforest walks, swimming in pristine waterholes and finding out more about the inhabitants of the thousands of termite mounds that dot the landscape. DAY 1 - KAKADU (Lunch, Dinner). Our tour begins after picking you up from your accommodation at 6:30am before stopping on the Marrakai Floodplain as we head down the Arnhem Highway on our way to Kakadu National Park. We start our day’s highlights with a Private Crocodile and Wildlife Cruise on Corroboree Billabong, a part of the Mary River system. Next you can view various displays on Kakadu at the Bowali Visitor Centre before heading north to Ubirr Rock, recognised as one of the most famous Aboriginal rock art and cultural sites in the world. Walking: 4km’s. Camp: Garnamar/Muirella Park Campground (toilets & showers available); This Page: Top Right: Canoeing up Katherine Gorge. Below: The beach at the base of Twin Falls, Kakadu. Opposite Page: Top Left: Cooling off at the top of Gunlom Falls, Kakadu. Bottom Left: Saltwater Crocodile - Corroboree Billabong. DAY 2 - KAKADU (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). Today we head off-road and 4-wheel drive toward Twin Falls where you will get to enjoy an informative boat cruise with an Aboriginal Guide up Twin Falls Gorge. Next we 4WD through creeks and sand on our way to the mighty Jim Jim Falls where a swim in the plunge pool at the base of the falls is sure to refresh the senses. For the hikers you’ll get a return walk (7km’s) to the Top of Jim Jim or Twin Falls which both offer magnificent views down the gorge and allow swimming in rock pools at the top of the falls. Walking: 9km’s. Camp: Garnamar/Muirella Park Campground (toilets & showers available). DAY 3 - KAKADU (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). What a better way to start the morning than by sitting back and enjoying an exclusive Aboriginal Cultural Experience operated by Kakadu Culture Camp. Next enjoy the picturesque surroundings of Barramundi Gorge where you can spend some time exploring, rock climbing, relaxing or swimming in the waterfalls. Our last highlight today is a stop for a swim at Moline Rock Hole, one of our Special Permit areas, a beautiful waterfall perfect for cooling down before heading to our overnight campsite near Katherine. Walking: 3km’s. Camp: Edith Falls (toilets & showers available). DAY 4 - KATHERINE (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). Today can be taken at your leisure or be an extremely active adventure as we have a full day canoeing up Katherine Gorge exploring this breathtaking region - the choice is yours. Enjoy a hike then a swim at Edith Falls after an awesome day. Canoeing: Maximum 12km’s. Camp: Edith Falls (toilets & showers available). Our first stop for the day is in Litchfield National Park at the picturesque Florence Falls for a refreshing swim after completing a short walk through the surrounding monsoon rainforest. Swim in the crystal clear rock pools of Buley Rockholes before a short drive to the famous Wangi Falls for a quick swim. We hold 2 exclusive permits that allow us to access the Upper Tolmer Falls and the Upper Sandy Creek Falls areas with our groups. So after a scenic bushwalk you can swim in a secluded location with no other tourists in sight. Departing Litchfield we pass by floodplains scattered with hundreds of Meridian Termite Mounds and make a brief stop to learn more about the inhabitants of these amazing structures. Walking: 4 - 7km’s • Tour price does not include local payment of $90 to cover camping fees, Twin Falls Gorge cruise, Katherine Gorge canoe hire and Fuel Levy. WILDERNESS 4 WD ADVENTURES - PAGE 8/9 DAY 5 - LITCHFIELD (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). 2 Day Kimberley Express Darwin to Broome $225, Darwin to Kununurra $120 Kunururra to Broome $170 + Local Payment (See Below). Discounts Available (See General Information). Departs Darwin: Wednesday’s and Saturday’s 6:30am. Drop of or pick up from Kunururra available. Valid: 19th April 2008 – 18th October 2008. Tour Code: 2DB This 2 day Kimberley Express is a great way to travel from Darwin to Broome if you are on a budget, a tight time frame, or you simply want to get to Broome and see some of the outstanding Kimberley region along the way. This express trip is basically a transport option with a guide who can tell you some interesting information along the way. DAY 1 (Lunch Provided). Pick up from your accommodation starts at 6.30am with the day spent driving from Darwin to Kununurra. The drive through the Victoria River region is very scenic with beautiful ranges and landscapes as we cross the border into Western Australia in the early evening and arrive at our campsite in Kununurra. Camp: Kununurra Town Caravan Park (All camping equipment provided except sleeping bag. Evening meal at own expense. This Page: Above: The Bungle Bungles. Bottom Left: A Kingfisher enjoying the day. Opposite Page: Above Right: Boab tree. bottom Left: Aboriginal Art from the Kimberley. Bottom Right: Bell Gorge. DAY 2 (Breakfast provided). After a quick breakfast we hit the road at 6.00am and head out of Kununurra. We travel down the Great Northern Highway enjoying the scenery of the Saw Ranges along the way. As we continue heading west you start to see the famous Boab Trees appearing in the landscape, true icon images of the Kimberley Region. Our journey takes us via Turkey Creek, Halls Creek and Fitzroy Crossing before we finally reach Broome in the early evening and drop you off at your accommodation. • Tour price does not include local payment of $10 to cover camping fees. ������� ��������� ������������ ������ ��������� ������������� ������� ��������� ���� ����� ���������� ���������� ������� ������� ������� ���� ��� ����������� �� ��� ������ ����� � ����������� ������������ � �� ������ ������� ����� ����������� ��������� ���� �� 6 Day Kimberley Escape Broome to Darwin $825 + Local Payment (See Below). Discounts Available (See General Information). Departs Broome: Tuesdays 6:30am. Valid: 22nd April – 21st October 2008. ����������� ��������� �� ��������������� Tour Code: 6BD You can’t go between Broome and Darwin without experiencing the magic of the Kimberley region in far North Western Australia. It is one of the world’s last frontiers of ancient pristine landscapes and true Australian wilderness. It encompasses rainforests, magnificent gorges and waterfalls, rugged and unique ranges as well as tidal flats. Our 6 Day Kimberley Escape takes you on a 6 day 4WD adventure from Broome to Darwin giving you a taste of this very special part of Australia. Hike into beautiful waterfalls and gorges, sleep under the stars and relax around the campfire at night. If you have more time we do offer a 9 Day Kimberley Challenge which travels to Darwin along the Gibb River Road and has heaps more destinations on the itinerary. DAY 3 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). The morning is spent exploring the Bungles where you can take an optional helicopter g flight over the area (own expense and subject to availability). The first stop is a spectacular “Domes Walk” amongst the banded domes as we hike through Piccaninny Creek and then onto the pool at the base of Cathedral Gorge Gorge. Walking: 5 km’s. Camp: Wuggabun Aboriginal Community (Toilets and showers available). DAY 4 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). This morning we make our way to El Questro Station,, a one million acre cattle station. Emma Gorge features great scenery and cool, clear water to swim in. Next we hike up the magnificent El Questro Gorge where you can spend the afternoon walking up the Gorge and refreshing yourself in crystal clear rock pools. Walking: 11 km’s. Camp: El Questro Station (Toilets and showers available). DAY 1 (Lunch, Dinner). After picking you up from your accommodation at 6:30am, we hit the road on our adventure to Darwin. Our first stop is Windjana Gorge with its huge, vertical cliffs stretching out on either side of the gorge. Next it’s time to do a bit of caving as we take a walk through the 750 metre Tunnel Creek. This is an unforgettable experience walking through icy cold water, in the dark through a huge cave with its fair share of bats flying around. Walking: 3km’s. Camp: Bush Camp (No facilities). DAY 5 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). What better way to start the day than by relaxing in a series of thermal pools known as Zebedee Hot Springs. Next we go for a hike along Amalia Gorge which takes us to Springs. a beautiful waterfall with a large plunge pool for swimming. After El Questro Station we take a look at some famous Kimberley Rock Art where you can get an insight into the local Aboriginal way of life. We stop at Ivanhoe Crossing for lunch then Kununurra before crossing the border to camp overnight at Timber Creek. Walking: 5km’s. Camp: Bush Camp (No facilities). DAY 2 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). DAY 6 (Breakfast, Lunch). Today we travel via the Great Northern Highway to the Bungle Bungles which consist of 200 – 400 metre high rounded beehive-shaped domes with horizontal coloured bands of orange, black and grey. They can only be described as spectacular. In the afternoon we head to Echidna Chasm, a long narrow gorge with 150 metre high sheer rock faces which you can walk between. Enjoy watching a magical sunset tonight. Walking: 2km’s. Camp: Bungle Bungles – Walardi Campsite (Toilet facilities - no showers). WILDERNESS 4WD ADVENTURES - PAGE 10/11 We stop in at Katherine for a short break on the way through to Edith Falls. Enjoy a swim in the cool water here and take a hike to the upper pools as we have about 3 hours exploring this area before finishing our tour in Darwin. Walking: 4km’s. • Tour price does not include local payment of $50 to cover camping fees and fuel levy. • Passengers are only allowed to carry a maximum of 10kg of luggage on all Kimberley tours. Our price includes the cost to forward any excess luggage through to Darwin (1 bag only – max 25kg). 9 Day Kimberley Challenge Broome to Darwin $1525 + Local Payment (See Below). Max 9 Passengers. Discounts Available (See General Information). Departs Broome: Saturdays 6:30am. Valid: 26th April – 18th October 2008. Tour Code: 9BD The Kimberley Region could be described as one of the last areas where adventure minded travellers can still go to experience the true Australian wilderness. No big crowds, no big tour buses, just us and a few other like-minded adventure travellers who also want to discover this spectacular part of Australia. Unlike our 6 Day Kimberley Escape which mainly follows the sealed highways between Broome and Darwin, our 9 Day Kimberley 4WD tour gets us off the beaten track onto the famous Gibb River Road further to the north. This way you really do get that feeling of isolation in the remote Kimberley Wilderness. Getting into the real Kimberley is full on adventure where road conditions are often very poor and travelling can be slow going. However, there are huge rewards for those who do it and memories from this tour will stay with you for a lifetime. DAY 5 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). This morning we go exploring El Questro Gorge which would have to be the most beautiful Gorge on El Questro Station. Spend the morning inspired by magnificent scenery as we walk up the Gorge where you can refresh yourself in crystal clear rock pools along the way. Next we visit Emma Gorge which features great scenery and more beautiful cool, clear water. Walking: 11km’s. Camp: El Questro Station (Toilets and showers available). DAY 6 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). What better way to start the day than by relaxing in a series of thermal pools known as Zebedee Hot Springs. These are located in a picturesque surrounding of palms with perfect water temperature to just laze about and enjoy. Next we take you to look at some of the famous Kimberley Rock Art at Matteo Rock where you can get an insight into the local Aboriginal lifestyle and culture. From here we make our way up to Wyndham where the view from 5 Rivers Lookout is stunning. In the afternoon we head into the Bungle Bungles which consist of 200 – 400 metre high rounded beehive-shaped domes with horizontal coloured bands of orange, black and grey - spectacular. Enjoy watching a magical sunset over the Bungles. Walking: 2 km’s. Camp: Bungle Bungles – Walardi Campsite (Toilet facilities. No showers available). DAY 1 (Lunch, Dinner). After picking you up from your accommodation at 6:30am, we hit the road on our adventure to Darwin. Our first stop is Windjana Gorge with its huge, vertical cliffs stretching out on either side of the gorge. Next it’s time to do a bit of caving as we take a walk through the 750 metre Tunnel Creek.. This is an unforgettable experience walking through icy cold water, in the dark through a huge cave with its fair share of bats flying around. Walking: 3km’s. Camp: Bush Camp (No facilities). DAY 2 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). This morning we will make our way to Lennard River Gorge. This narrow, deep gorge Gorge. has spectacular settings and is also a great swimming spot. From here, we pass through the King Leopold Ranges on our way to Bell Gorge which is arguably considered one of the nicest gorges in the Kimberley. Walking: 6km’s. Camp: Bush Camp (No facilities). DAY 7 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). The morning is spent exploring the Bungles where you can take an optional helicopter flight over the area (own expense and subject to availability). The first stop is a spectacular “Domes Walk” amongst the banded domes as we hike through Piccaninny Creek and then onto the pool at the base of Cathedral Gorge. In the afternoon we head over to Echidna Chasm, a long narrow gorge with 150 metre high sheer rock faces, before making our way to our overnight camp. Walking: 7km’s. Camp: Wuggabun Aboriginal Community (toilets and showers available). DAY 3 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Breakfast, Dinner). A short drive this morning takes us to Galvans Gorge and then onto Manning Gorge with plenty of swimming in the huge pool and waterfall of the upper gorge. Our final highlight of the day is a visit to Barnett River Gorge. Enjoy hiking and Gorge. exploring around this beautiful gorge with its rugged red sandstone rock formations then cool off in the deep clear water. Walking: 8km’s. Camp: Barnett River Gorge (No facilities). DAY 8 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). Breakfast, Dinner). This morning we travel back towards Kununurra where you can have a swim and lunch at the lake. After crossing the border into the Northern Territory we visit Gregory National Park where a short walk takes us to a beautiful scenic lookout. From here we make our way to Timber Creek for our overnight camp. Walking: 3 km’s. Camp: Bush Camp (No facilities). We stop in at Katherine for a short break on the way through to Edith Falls. Enjoy a swim in the cool water here and take a hike to the upper pools as we have about 3 hours exploring this area. From here it’s a 2.5 hour drive through to Darwin finally arriving at your accommodation in the early evening. Walking: 4km’s. • Tour price does not include local payment of $80 to cover camping and fuel levy. • Passengers are only allowed to carry a maximum of 10kg of luggage on all Kimberley tours. Our price includes the cost to forward any excess luggage through to Darwin (1 bag only – max 25kg). DAY 9 (Breakfast, Lunch). DAY 4 (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner). Today we travel through the Gibb Ranges on our way to our overnight campsite at El Questro Station. In the afternoon we take a hike along Amalia Gorge which takes us to a beautiful waterfall with a large plunge pool for swimming. El Questro Station is a 1 million acre working cattle station that is full of Kimberley character and we camp on the side of the Pentecoste River in the heart of this region. Walking: 4km’s. Camp: El Questro Station (Toilets and showers available). Private Charters If you like the idea of independent travel where you decide where you go, how long you stay and who you go with, but don’t have the resources or knowledge to do it, then a Private Charter is the next best thing. We offer Private Charters for families, groups of friends, schools and businesses who want to experience the Top End of the Northern Territory on their own terms. We cover from Arnhem Land and Kakadu National Park in the east through Nitmiluk National Park (Katherine Gorge), Litchfield National Park and right across to the Kimberley in the north of Western Australia. Our extensive vehicle range enables us to handle most group sizes from a couple right up to 30 people or more in 4-wheel drive vehicles and trailers fitted out for the bush. Another major benefit of a Private Charter is that we supply an experienced Guide to ensure your trip goes smoothly, utilising their bush skills and imparting their wealth of knowledge and understanding on subjects such as Aboriginal and European history, geology and the diverse flora and fauna. With 17 years experience, we will ensure your Private Charter is something you will remember for a lifetime. We can help with planning your itinerary, meals and beverages as well as advice on places to see that you may not be aware of. For more information please feel free to call us to discuss your requirements on 1300 666 100 or email us with your enquiry. GENERAL INFORMATION ON ALL TOURS TOUR GUIDES: Our guides are highly professional and are well versed on all aspects of the Top End and the Kimberley region. Constant evaluation programs ensure that our guides possess extensive knowledge of the flora, fauna, geology and culture of these regions. Most of our guides have been guiding for several years and are very enthusiastic about showing passengers the local wildlife. All guides hold current first aid certificates and have completed training courses to guide in Kakadu National Park. VEHICLES: To fully enjoy what the Top End and the Kimberley have to offer, traveling in a 4-wheel drive vehicle is mandatory. Our 4-wheel drive vehicles range in size from 9–16 seats, so an emphasis is placed on genuine small group tours. Our vehicles are regularly serviced and maintained to minimize the risk of breakdowns during any of our tours. All vehicles are air conditioned. CAMPING EQUIPMENT: Our tour vehicles all tow trailers with the necessary equipment to make your camping safari as comfortable as possible. We provide swags (April – Nov), easy-to-erect tents, camp chairs, tables, 12 volt fluorescent lights, communal torches and eskies (ice boxes to keep the food fresh and the drinks cold). FOOD: Fresh fruit and vegetables are available every day. Iced water is available in the vehicle at all times (except Kimberley tours). Breakfasts consist of cereals, toast with spreads, tea and coffee. Lunch is usually a selection of cold meats and salad or sandwiches. Dinner will be cooked on the campfire by your guide, who is also a skilled open fire cook, with menus to suit all tastes. We can easily cater for vegetarians – please inform us when you book. PASSENGER INVOLVEMENT: All tours are designed to provide passengers with a ‘hands on’ wilderness camping experience. It is therefore a necessary requirement that all passengers participate in general camp duties such as erecting tents, preparing meals, washing up, etc. WALKING DISTANCES & PROGRAMS: Please be advised that the programs and walking distances supplied should only be used as a guideline. Your tour guides may change programs at their discretion, due to extreme temperatures, safety issues or to suit the specific interests of the group. Walking distances may vary considerably. AREA CLOSURES: Programs on all tours operating between April - June may vary due to seasonal closures. Graveside Gorge also closes at various times throughout the year for exclusive use by the Traditional Owners. We will substitute the best alternative destinations possible into the programs when areas are closed. CAMPGROUND FACILITIES: As our tours travel into remote areas away from the crowds, some places we camp on our Kimberley tours have no facilities and other areas only have basic toilet facilities without showers. Fortunately we are swimming on most days so there is still plenty of opportunity to freshen up. Our Kakadu and Top End tours stay predominantly in campgrounds that have both toilet and shower facilities available. PASSENGER FITNESS LEVEL: Our tours have been designed to suit fit, active people mainly ranging in age from 18–40 years. Tours are not available to any children under the age of 13 and passengers over 50 must be very fit. If you have any doubts regarding your level of fitness, please discuss it with us directly. WHAT TO BRING: Tour ticket, hat, torch (if you have one), camera (plus spare film and/or batteries), sleeping bag (hire available), closed walking shoes (essential), open footwear (optional), sunscreen, mosquito repellent, toiletries, towel, swimming gear, water bottle (1.5 litre), alcohol (cheaper from town), long-sleeved shirt and a small bag only – minimal luggage please (maximum 10kg). Don’t wear good clothes as this is the Aussie outback. WHAT IS INCLUDED: All meals and camping equipment, Corroboree Billabong Crocodile and Wildlife Cruise (except Litchfield and Kimberley tours), exclusive Aboriginal Cultural Experience (on all tours between April – November except 1LE/2KA/3KL and Kimberley tours), excess luggage freight costs on Kimberley tours (max 25kg – 1 bag only). WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED: All tours do not include Day 1 breakfast or sleeping bags (optional hire available - $15 Kakadu & Top End tours/ $20 Kimberley tours). DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE: All tours have a $15 discount available for local, national and international VIP/YHA/Nomads card holders and students. HOW TO BOOK: Make your reservations directly with Wilderness 4WD Adventures by calling us on 1300 666 100. We require you to supply your credit card details which will only be used as security for the tour you have booked. If you wish to pay for your tour using a credit card, please be aware they attract a merchant fee of 2%. Bookings can also be easily made online via our website. www.wildernessadventures.com.au or through your travel agent. u CANCELLATION FEES: For Kakadu, Litchfield and Katherine Tours - 14 days or more, 10%; 8 to 13 days, 25%; 4 to 7 days, 50%; 0 to 3 days, 100%. Kimberley tours and Private Charters – 30 days or more, 25%; 15 to 29 days, 50%; within 14 days, 100%. TRAVEL INSURANCE: Wilderness 4WD Adventures recommends that all passengers have their own travel insurance. Travel insurance is not expensive and can be obtained from your travel agent or direct from Wilderness 4WD Adventures. THE FINE PRINT: Wilderness 4WD Adventures accepts no responsibility for the loss or damage to personal articles including luggage. Persons taking tours should be of reasonable health and fitness. Wilderness 4WD Adventures will not be held responsible for any personal injury to clients due to actions beyond our control. Subject to road and weather conditions, unforeseen circumstances and mechanical failure, Wilderness 4WD Adventures reserves the right to change itineraries and arrange alternative carriers if necessary. Any costs incurred by a passenger as a result of a delay on any tour including failure to make connections with any other service are the responsibility of the passenger. Refunds will not apply for delays, curtailment or alteration of a tour resulting from any cause, including mechanical failure or severe weather conditions. We reserve the right to cancel a tour if the minimum number of persons required (5 persons) for a tour is not met, in such cases a full refund will be given. Cancellation Fees apply. Prices stated in brochure are in $AUD and include GST. YOU MUST RECONFIRM YOUR TOUR A MINIMUM OF 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE DEPARTURE DATE. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN THE CANCELLATION OF YOUR BOOKING. Reservations: 1300 666 100 Email: info@wildernessadventures.com.au www.wildernessadventures.com.au www.wildernessadventures.com.a PO Box 2071, Palmerston, NT 0831, Australia. Phone: +61 8 8941 216. Fax: +61 8 8941 3360. Valid to 31/3/09 W I L D E R N E SS 4 W D A DVE N T U R E S - PAG E 1 2