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Ayers Rock - Uluru National Park & The Red Centre |
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When people think of the Red Centre, they almost always think of Uluru - Ayers Rock - one of Australia's iconic landmarks. But the vast desert landscapes of Australia's red heart are punctuated by a range of unique natural wonders. From the massive ochre domes of Kata-Tjuta ( the Olgas ) and the magnificent East and West Macdonnell Ranges to the salt plains of Lake Amadeus, from the charm of Alice Springs to the majestic Kings Canyon, the Red Centre is a remarkable travel destination.
Are you ready to voyage into the unknown realms of something new, something different, something exciting.? It's time to try a Camping Safari in the vast Australian wilderness to enjoy the rugged beauty of the Outback. Camping safaris departing every day from Alice Springs or from Ayers Rock resort, ranging from overnight tours to the all comprehensive 5 day tours.
Climb Uluru or take a guided base walk viewing ancient Aboroginal rock paintings and sacred sites, learn the traditions of the Anangu people, the original inhabitants. Enjoy a spectacular sunrise and sunset viewing of Uluru or the Olgas. Travel to Kings Canyon in the Watarrka National Park, a huge formation of weathered rocks and beautiful waterholes like the Garden of Eden. See the rock wallabies at Simpsons Gap in the West Macdonnel Ranges National Park. Ride on a camel in the desert.
If camping is not for you, you can stay in the award winnig Ayers Rock Resort just 17 km from Uluru. This resort is a village oasis in the desert offers visitors a wide range of accommodation from the budget to the 5 star luxury. Kings Canyon also has a resort with an eco-sensitive design. And Alice Springs has many accommodation.
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Kakadu National Park & The Top End |
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The Top End is one of the world's last frontiers and home to some of the most spectacular wilderness in the world.
Kakadu National Park is not only home to a profusion of fascinating birdlife and fauna, but possesses great natural and cultural significance, resulting in it's World Heritage listing. Feature highlights include the Aboriginal rock arts of Ubirr and Nourlangie Rocks, dating back 20000 years, waterlily covered lagoons such as Yellow Water billabong, the spectacular tumbling falls of Jim Jim Falls and Twin Falls.
Litchfield National Park offers spectacular examples of Top End beauty, with stunning waterfalls, monsoon rainforest and termite mounds. Highlights of the park are a visit to the double waterfall forming Florence Falls, a swim in the rock pool at Wangi Falls and the intriguing magnetic termite mounds.
Katherine Gorge-Nitmiluk National Park south of Darwin is renowned for its spectacular gorges, 13 in all, formed by the Katherine River cutting through the Arnhem Land plateau.Memorable activities include a guided cruise between the sheer rock walls of Katherine Gorge and a visit to the crystal clear pool at Edith Falls.
Arnhem Land is a land of untouched beauty. Aborigines lived here for thousands of years, and access is only possible with special permission. A visit to an Aboroginal settlement you will learn of traditional ownership, hunting skills, food gathering and the preparation of bushtucker.
Tiwi Islands are situated north of Darwin, the home of the Tiwi people, coastal island Aborogines with permanent smiles. A day tour by airplane will provide you with an insight into the Tiwi people's culture and lifestyle.
Day tours and 2 to 7 days camping or accommodated safaris departing from Darwin daily in the dry season from April till November to these places. During the wet season most tours still operating but with changed itineries subject to road conditions.
Darwin the Territory's tropical capital is a relaxed modern city located on a beautiful harbour and makes for an excellent exploration base, it has a variety of accommodation from backpackers to the 5 star luxury.
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Tour options into, out of or around the Northern Territory |
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