3-Day Kakadu & Litchfield 4WD Camping Adventure from Darwin | La Vacanza Travel

3-Day Kakadu & Litchfield 4WD Camping Adventure from Darwin

Duration: 3 days
Destination: Australia, Northern Territory, Darwin
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  • 3 days
  • Darwin
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Join us on an exclusive 4WD safari adventure of a lifetime showcasing the best Kakadu National Park and Litchfield National Park has to offer. Discover some of the oldest and best-preserved Aboriginal Rock Art in the world, and keep a lookout for some of our prehistoric friends (crocodiles) as we cruise the ancient wetlands by boat. Visit spectacular waterfalls and cool off in some of the most beautiful natural plunge pools imaginable. Explore Barramundi Gorge (Maguk), or similar access dependant, Kakadu's most impressive waterfalls. Uncover Litchfield National Park’s roaring waterfalls and hidden waterholes such as Florence Falls, Buley Rockhole, or Wangi Falls. This tour will take you on a journey through some truly spectacular landscapes, amongst pockets of rainforest rich with endemic species of wildlife and flora.

We provide two different sleeping options at our permanent campsites, with twin shared safari tents or a traditional bush swag experience. (canvas-covered bedroll).

What Can You Expect?

Itinerary

Day 1: Darwin to Kakadu National Park

Stop At: Kakadu National Park, Kakadu National Park, Top End, Northern Territory
Start your adventure by departing from Darwin and heading out to the Mary River Wetlands region onboard the Corroboree Billabong Wetland Cruise. A great opportunity to spot a huge range of Top End birdlife, not to mention some apex predators… crocodiles!
We journey on to Kakadu National Park visiting the Bowali Visitor Centre which offers a beautiful introduction to the Park’s landscape and wildlife. After some relaxation at camp, we will journey north to *Cahills Crossing on the border of Kakadu and Arnhem Land. We will visit one of the best-preserved collections of Aboriginal rock art in the world at Ubirr rock upon sunset. This incredibly significant site showcases many styles of rock art and allows us to climb up high for a sunset that will blow you away looking out over the Nadab Floodplain. After a big day, we head back to our cozy private camp and prepare dinner together, enjoying an evening with our fellow travellers.
Duration: 12 hours

Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Staying at Aurora Campground (Jabiru) - permanent campsite with 2 fare options:
a) Twin Share Tents
b) Bush Single Swag

Day 2: Kakadu Waterfalls & Plunge Pools

Stop At: Kakadu National Park, Kakadu National Park, Top End, Northern Territory
We rise and shine early on day 2 and make our way south in Kakadu National Park. Today we’ll spend the day soaking up the spectacular natural beauty of the area, hiking through lush monsoon rainforests, and swimming in pristine plunge pools and waterfalls surrounded by steep escarpments and rocky cliffs.
We aim to visit one or more of the available waterfalls depending on the group's physical ability to complete the hike(s). This can include any of the following: Motor Car Falls, Moline Rockhole, Maguk (Barramundi Gorge), or Jim Jim Falls. There are many factors affecting accessibility although your guide will ensure you get the best experience possible.
Time permitting, we stop at Burrungkuy (Nourlangie Rock), another indigenous rock art site where archaeologists have uncovered works dating back over 20,000 years old. We explore the evolving social, cultural and environmental changes to the area over time before making our way back to camp for a hearty dinner and a well-earned rest.
Duration: 12 hours

Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Staying at Aurora Campground (Jabiru) - permanent campsite with 2 fare options:
a) Twin Share Tents
b) Bush Single Swag

Day 3: Litchfield National Park to Darwin

Stop At: Litchfield National Park, Litchfield National Park, Northern Territory
An exciting day awaits as we head out of Kakadu National Park and travel towards Litchfield National Park.
We will spend the afternoon immersed in Litchfield’s natural oasis of waterfalls, spring-fed streams and rugged sandstone escarpments. We’ll spend time in any combination of Buley Rockholes, Wangi Falls or Florence Falls for a refreshing soak in picturesque rock holes and waterfalls.
Discover the uniquely impressive Magnetic and Cathedral Termite Mounds before making our way back to Darwin, arriving back at your accommodation at approximately 7:00pm.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Driving Distance: 500km
Hike Distance and Grading: 1 - 2 km Grade 2-3
Duration: 12 hours

Meals included:
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No accommodation included on this day.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions
  • Accredited outback driver guide
  • On board drinking water (please provide your own bottle)
  • Guided bush walks (up to 3km, grade 2-4)
  • Billabong Wetlands River Cruise ticket
  • Kakadu National Parks pass included
  • 2x Breakfast
  • 2x Dinner
  • 3x Lunch
  • Accommodation included: 2 nights

Exclusions
  • Any meal, not indicated within the itinerary. Snacks are limited in the outback for special diets.
  • Hotel transfers pre/post tour itinerary to a nominated pickup point.
  • Expenses for personal items, snacks, beverages, and souvenirs

Additional Info

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Prior to booking, we strongly recommend guests purchase personal travel insurance.
  • A minimum moderate to advanced level of fitness is required to complete the walks. Therefore a medium/high level of fitness is required and a doctor's certificate is required for people over 70 years (30 days prior to travel).
  • The tour operator must be notified of any known medical conditions at the time of booking. This is a very physical tour and requires a moderate level of fitness and mobility.
  • While we endeavour to cater to most dietary needs, passengers must advise dietary requirements to their booking agent at the time of booking. As we are venturing to remote areas we are very limited in what we can source once the tour departs, therefore prior notice is required.
  • Children aged between 8 to 17 years old must be accompanied by an adult or legal guardian at all times. Not suitable for infants or children 7 years and under, due to safety requirements and the level of fitness required to complete the walks.
  • Please ensure you have checked the average temperatures for the time of year you are travelling and have packed adequate clothing.
  • Please advise at time of booking whether you require a hire of a sleeping bag?
  • Guests are asked to participate in the preparation of meals, clean up and vehicle unpacking/loading, so everyone can relax together after a long day of touring. It’s also a great way to get to know and connect with your fellow travellers.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Departure Point

Departure Point

Travelodge Resort Darwin, 64 Cavenagh St, Darwin City NT 0800, Australia


Departure Time

06:30 AM


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Duration & Voucher Info

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

3 days

Cancellation Policy

User's Reviews

Stefania_P

07 Apr, 2024

I've just finkshed my tour. My guide was Elliot and he made sure we were safe but still able to experience all the best that the NT has to offer. If a location was not accessible he found incredible alternatives. He ran a tight ship and we were always on time. So it was the perfect balance of fun and efficiency. Elliot is also an incredible source of knowledge and in everything he does, it is clear the love and passiom he has for this land and he wants to give the customer the most authentic experience. He even curated the playlist so that we could learn more about Aboriginal and local music. I am Vegan and the catering was sensational. There was an alternative for me for everything. I was thorougjly impressed of the care that the company has poured on this trip. The landscape and the wildlife is spectacular. Loved every minute of thid trip.

P4873YBas

24 Nov, 2023

Irresponsible and poor customer service 6 weeks ago, 15th Oct 23, I went on a 3 day trip with Autopia Tours in the Northern Territory. Below is a series of safety incidents from leaving people in the outback, running out of water, heat stroke, and also losing my luggage resulting in a big hiatus in my travels and No compensation including no tour refund. I do not recommend this company. I have waited till now in hope something would have been resolved but it has not. The Australia and NZ trip is a once in a lifetime trip but Autopia Tours ruined it for me from safety incidents to poor post trip incident management. The safety incidents start from poor fatigue management. The tour guide collect the packed van in the morning, drives to pick up the guests, drives to camp and everywhere. These days are long and as a consequence of back to back tours the guide in the evening was short tempered and I also saw him fall asleep at the wheel. He also forgot his wallet when we pulled up to the bottle shop and the guests bought him beers for the trip. He was always the last person drinking in an evening. The second safety incident involved leaving three women at one spot. After lunch we were informed we had 10-15 minutes to go back to the swimming hole. This was reconfirmed by another traveller and we went to the Blueys swimming hole. As I was getting out he said come on. He knew I had a bad ankle and I needed to put my shoes on to walk back to the path. I was asked, ‘Have you seen the other two girls?’ I said no. The guide proceeded up the hill and when I  returned to where the coach was parked it was gone. I stood alone wondering where he had gone and I suppressed my rising panic.  I walked along the drive and thankfully saw the other two women. I shouted to them. They were incredibly angry and upset at being left. One had even chased the bus as it drove away.  Unbelievable. All their belonging were in the van. The three of us are professionals and were deeply disturbed by this incident. We had put our trust into one person to look after us and we had been left in these extreme conditions with no communication. Australia is no joke. We came to a T junction, which way do we go? Thankfully the other woman had spotted a second car park with the trail head to the waterfalls.  We walked along the road and the women was about to start the multi km track to the second spot. However, we did not have any water or supplies, incorrect walking shoes and I didn’t have my walking sticks. I had no idea what the track was like and could worsen my ankle injury. We considered separating, thankfully we didn’t. We considered getting in a car with a stranger to try and go to the next location, as many people were exiting. Or we could have walked along the road, but which way? We were all distressed at being left, with no water and with no communication in the outback. We were in crisis mode and you don’t think straight when in crisis mode. This period was about 20 minutes until he returned and shouted at us and tried to blame us for making him late and selfishly holding up the group. Yet, he told us the time we were allowed to go after lunch and we stuck to it. He had taken the rest of the group to the falls and came back but we did not know this was his plan. He would return. Very quickly you can see how this could have gone very wrong if we had taken the path or got in a car as we tried to regroup  in a panic moment. We tried to not let this impact us at the next site but we were in shock, upset and angry especially as he tried to blame us. We were not behind the wheel. This was definitely a significant safety incident. The group was also split on the first day, when I went to the toilet and when I came out no one was there. So I ended up walking a track on my own and thankfully it was a loop track.   We unpacked at camp but then was told to pack back up as we were at the adjacent camp! Only a few minutes’ walk but I was having a feeling this is not a well-organized trip. One evening the guide lost his temper about the people back at the warehouse who prep the suppliers in the trailer. They had not provided sufficient bowls etc. but the energy in room changed by his temper.  Who is this guide? Each day we just had enough water except one when we ran out of water but was on our way back to camp. Insufficient essential supplies. The water was hot on the first day and the guide tried to create ice tanks of water thereafter but there was not enough. On one walk, a woman was also impacted by the heat and she was left to the group to look after and walk with her back to the van. The guide went on ahead of the track. The heat was grueling and the path unsheltered by natural vegetation.   The next problem was on the last day. We packed our bags and put them in the trailer. Half way along the road back to Darwin, the guide stopped and got out of the van.  He said the trailer was not locked. He didn’t think to check the contents. When we arrived back in Darwin, and he pulled up outside the wrong hotel for me to get out my backpack was not inside the trailer. I thought it was a joke. I was asked, ‘did you put it in the trailer?’. I could not believe he was blaming others again for his shortcomings. I was sickened that my luggage was not there. I said you need to phone your boss immediately. In my backpack was a range of high end gear, sleeping bag, irreplaceable personal effects. Several thousands of dollars e.g. Arc’teryx jacket is $1000.  That evening I walked to my hotel where I should have just been relaxing by the pool and having dinner but instead I was phoning the company leaving messages, crying and in shock. Washing the clothes I wore that day. I was travelling alone. The next morning, I was going on another tour with a different company. Autopia came to the hotel and I was given a $150 voucher to buy some items but immediate toiletries, a t shirt, underwear and a pair of socks came to $220 but Autopia Tours didn’t care. They said you are not getting any more funds. You cannot buy much for $150. So again instead of relaxing in the morning, I was running around filing police reports, shopping on little money to make my next local trip somewhat comfortable. There was no time for breakfast on the next trip. My hotel was a waste of money as I could not relax or enjoy the pool. Autopia Tours said they sent people to look out for the bag and filed their own police report. This was an unsuccessful endeavour. The five weeks have been insufficient customer service. Instead of carrying on my trip from Darwin I bought a flight back to Sydney. I spent 3 days collecting receipts and calling Autopia Tours. I rearranged flights whilst trying to wait for compensation so I could repack and move on. I responded to each of their requests. I told them about the above safety incidents and had no correspondence on that issue. I was not made a priority as their phone systems needed updating, their directors were interstate with trade shows which were a priority and directors are on holiday. Excuses upon excuses. Every few days, I called for 3 weeks. I have had NO compensation for my lost luggage. They have not even refunded me my tour costs. The stress is significant. My mental health has taken a hit and what should have been exciting time is a continued saga. It is a disgraceful company. They have no idea how to deal with these issues, let alone run a safely operating business. These tour guides have people lives, you children and loved ones in their hands and a dream holiday can swiftly become a nightmare.  

Q5317RPanettes

22 Oct, 2023

Awesome experience for the whole family! Our guide, Adam, was really knowledgeble and friendly. Shared stories to get a derper understanding of aboriginske. A good travelgroup of 16 lovely people on the bus. Happy chappies! Recommend the trip highly!

jelleb2020

15 Oct, 2023

An amazing trip through beautiful landscapes with all kinds of wildlife. Ghe acticities are well balanced between hikes, sights and cultural. Our visit was in the dry season (october), which did mean the hikes were fairly hot but never uncomfortable. Our guide made sure everyone brought enough water and knew a few places were we could rest and cool of in the shade. Besides, dry season means that wildlife is gathered around the few places with water that are left, which means you have a bigger chance to see some of the amazing critters that live here. The thing that made our tour however, was our guide. Leigh looked after us during the activities, camping and on the road. More important, he has a astonishing amount of knowlegde about the culture, landschape, animals and plants. Which meant we learned a lot about everything we saw. Just amazing!

Lindsay H

08 Oct, 2023

This was just a small group of 7 peoplw from all around the world. Our tour leader Richard was super helpful and a top bloke. Enjoyed our 3 days very much.

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Kakadu and Litchfield by Autopia

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Learned and saw a lot with friendly and professional guides

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A fantastic tour with Andrea as our guide traversing Kakadu & Litchfield National Parks.

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