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Selfdrive
itinerary routes from Darwin in Northern Territory Australia
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7
Day Selfdrive Route from Alice Springs to Darwin
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• Access:
2 Wheel Drive on sealed roads access
• Start: From Alice Springs
• Finish: To Darwin in Northern Territory
Australia
• Total Distance: 1639 kms
• Highlights: West MacDonnell Ranges, Aboriginal
Art & Culture Centre, Alice Springs, Devil’s Marbles
ancient rock formations, Mataranka Hot Springs,
Nitmiluk (Katherine Gorge) National Park. |
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Day 1: Alice
Springs
Alice Springs
has plenty of interesting Outback history. Include
a visit to the historic Old Telegraph Station,
the Royal Flying Doctor Service Visitor Centre
(daily tours), the Aboriginal Art and Culture
Centre, and other historic buildings; or for the
more adventurous, take a ride on a camel. Just
west of Alice Springs detour to explore the stunning
landscapes and magnificent gorges of the surrounding
McDonnell Ranges, including Simpsons Gap and Angkerle
(Standley Chasm).
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Day 2:
Alice Springs
to Tennant Creek
Travelling north
from Alice, you have several hours of driving
(approx 400 kms) to the Devils Marbles. Head off
early. The Devils Marbles have been formed
over millions of years, a great spot for photos.
After departing the Devils Marbles continue on
to Tennant Creek, the modern outback gold mining
town, where you stay the night. Tennant Creek
has a very strong Aboriginal heritage, and you
can learn about the culture from murals around
the town, by visiting the Aboriginal art gallery
or watch the locals as they create their paintings
and objects. More information on the local area
is available at the Information Centre. Local
attractions include the Nyinkka Nyunyu Art and
Culture Centre and Battery Hill Mining Centre.
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Day 3: Tennant
Creek to Mataranka
A big day of driving
is ahead to Mataranka, so it is recommended to
get on the road early. Make a short stop, lunch
and refuel at Hi-Way Inn (proper roadhouse) lunch
at Daly Waters Pub about 5km has limited
fuel options, but is worth a stop for lunch and
to check out it’s history.
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Day 4: Mataranka
to Katherine
The best feature
of Mataranka, is the Mataranka Hot Springs.
This incredible sight is a crystal clear pool
that maintains a continuous temperature of 34
degrees Celsius and bubbles from an underground
spring at a stunning rate of around 30.5 million
litres each day to feed the rivulet and water
holes. Head off just before lunch to Katherine
(approx 112 kms). Enjoy the afternoon in Katherine
or the nearby Nitmiluk National Park.
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Day 5: Katherine
The most significant
tourist attraction near Katherine is the 180,000
hectare Nitmiluk (Katherine Gorge) National Park,
located 32 kms northeast of Katherine. The
Katherine Gorge is actually made up of 13
separate gorges. The park offers a range of activities,
so you can spend the day swimming, bushwalking,
boating canoeing, helicopter joy flights etc.
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Day 6: Katherine
to Litchfield National Park
Head off early
to travel the approximate 200 kms to the Township
of Adelaide River. Take some time to visit the
beautifully maintained World War II cemetery in
a peaceful location by the banks of the river.
434 servicemen and 54 civilians killed during
the Japanese air raids on Darwin are buried here.
The Adelaide River itself flows north and
reaches the Timor Sea approximately 50 kilometres
north-east of Darwin. It is best known for its
large population of saltwater crocodiles that
are the focus for cruises on the river. (The Jumping
Crocodile Adelaide River Queen Cruise departs
from Adelaide River Bridge on the Arnhem Highway
via Humpty Doo). Continue north and take the left-turn
to Litchfield National Park, just west off the
highway. Litchfield is popular for spectacular
waterfalls, intriguing ‘magnetic’ termite mounds
and beautiful pools for year-round swimming. Camp
the night in the National Park or stay nearby
in the township of Batchelor.
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Day 7: Litchfield
National Park to Darwin
Enjoy the morning
in Litchfield National Park before the
final drive to Darwin. On the way, don’t miss
the Territory Wildlife Park, where you can see
native fauna, a nocturnal house, aquarium and
huge walk-through aviary.
Also worth a visit
is the Berry Springs Nature Park. Both are located
just west of the highway as you head towards Darwin,
your final destination and capital of Northern
Territory.
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Notes:
• Fatigue causes many crashes in Australia.
• When driving long distances, stop and rest
every 1-2 hours.
• Try to have someone sit beside you to keep
you company driving as our NT roads can be long and
straight.
• Alcohol and driving don’t mix.
• For experienced drivers the blood alcohol level
is 0.05.
• Provisional drivers and young drivers may not
have any alcohol before driving.
• Seat belts and child restraints must be worn
by all vehicle occupants.
• Always carry a copy of your driver’s license in English.
• Take plenty of
water on all Outback trips;
• check distances and driving conditions;
• and ensure you have adequate petrol at all times.
• Remember, rule ‘Number 1’ in the Outback: if your
car breaks down you MUST stay with your vehicle for
safety reasons.
• Don’t drive after dark.
• Parks & Wildlife Commission Northern Territory provides
information on camping, National Parks, and permits.
• Ensure you are informed re the safety of swimming
in the ‘Top End’ – many areas are not safe to swim due
to crocodiles.
• Call 08 8999 4401 or visit www.nt.gov.au/ipe/pwcnt
for information.
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Kakadu - Tours selection
at www.kakadu-tours.com
Designed for ages: 8-80yrs-'Open Age'
class for reasonably fit and adventurous travellers.
If your not sure just ring or email and talk to
us about the particular tour code your looking
at. Tel +61 8 89453338
(open 24/7 hours) or Freecall from within Australia
Tel
Aust 1800 107 371.
We are based in Darwin 3 hours from kakadu and
have 30 years collective experince in the industry.
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Tours
Selection
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Kakadu
+ Top End Northern Territory
Info sites
City Of
Darwin - Kakadu
National Park - Litchfield
Naional Park |
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1
Day Tours
Includes/options
for Kakadu, Katherine and Litchfield
Designed for ages: 8-80yrs
- 'Open Age' class for reasonably fit and adventurous
travellers.
1 Day - Start
Darwin return to Darwin
G-KDT1-1Day-Katherine-Seeing-Seeing.htm
G-LDT1-1Day-Litchfield-Tour.htm
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Kakadu
Camping Tours
Includes/options
for Kakadu, Katherine and
Litchfield
Designed
for ages: 8-80yrs - 'Open Age' class for reasonably
fit and adventurous travellers.
2 Days - Start
Darwin return to Darwin
G-NTK2
- 2 Day 4WD Kakadu Camping Safari
3 Days - Start
Darwin return to Darwin
G-NTK3
- 3 Day 4WD Kakadu Camping Safari
3
Days - Start Darwin return to Darwin
(Extreme Safari)
G-NTKU3-3Day-4WD-Kakadu-Unleashed-Camping-Safari.htm
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Kakadu
Extreme Camping Tours
Includes/options for Kakadu
Designed for ages: 18-35yrs
for fit and adventurous travellers.
2 - 5 Days - Start
Darwin return to Darwin
G-NTKU3-3Day-4WD-Kakadu-Unleashed-Camping-Safari
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Top
End Camping/Budget Accommodation Tours
Includes/options for Kakadu, Katherine and Litchfield
Designed for ages: 8-80yrs
- 'Open Age' class for reasonably fit and adventurous
travellers.
3
- 8 Days - Start Darwin return to Darwin
(Kakadu, Litchfield, Katherine)
G-NTK5-5Day-Top-End-Safari.htm
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Oneway
Tours from Darwin
Includes/options for Kakadu,
Katherine, Litchfield, Uluru, Kata Tjuta, Kings
Canyon
Designed for ages: 8-80yrs
- 'Open Age' class for reasonably fit and adventurous
travellers.
3 Days - Start
Darwin return to Alice Springs
G-PBDA-3Day-Darwin-to-Alice-Springs.htm
6 Days - Start
Darwin - finish Alice Springs
G-PB2-6Day-Darwin-to-Alice-Springs-incl-Uluru.htm
G-PB2M-6Day-Darwin-Alice-Springs-incl-Kakadu.htm
7 Days - Start
Darwin and finish in Alice Springs or Ayers Rock
(On Request)
G-RRDA-7Day-Red-Rocket-Darwin-to-Alice-Springs-Includes-Uluru-Kakadu.htm
9 Days - Start
Darwin and finish in Broome
G-DB9-Day-Darwin-to-Broome-Safari.htm
9 Days - Start
Darwin and finish in Alice Springs (Only)
G-C9DA-9Day-Cloud9-Darwin-to-Alice-Springs-Includes-Uluru-Kakadu.htm
10 Days - Start
Darwin and finish in Alice Springs (Only)
G-PB10DA-10Day-Kakadu-to-Uluru-Safari-Tour.htm
11 Days - Start
Darwin and finish in Alice Springs (Only)
G-H11DA-11Day-Heaven11-Darwin-to-Alice-Springs-Includes-Uluru-Kakadu.htm
12 Days - Start
Darwin and finish in Alice Springs (Only)
G-PB12DA-12Day-Darwin-to-Alice-Springs-includes-Uluru-Kakadu.htm
14 Days - Start
Darwin and finish in Adelaide
G-PBTAS-14Day-Darwin-Adelaide-Safari-Kakadu-Uluru.htm
18
Days - Start Darwin and finish in Melbourne
G-PBTASAM-18Day-Darwin-Melbourne-Kakadu-Uluru.htm
21 Days - Start
Darwin and finish in Perth
Designed for ages: 18-55+yrs
for fit and adventurous travellers.
G-DP21-21Day-Darwin-to-Perth-Safari.htm
21
Days - Start Darwin and finish in Sydney
G-PBTASAS-21Day-Darwin-to-Sydney-Tour.htm
24 Days - Start
Darwin and finish in Perth
Designed for ages: 18-55+yrs
for fit and adventurous travellers.
G-DP24-24Day-Kakadu-and-Darwin-to-Perth-Safari.htm
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