Indigenous Litchfield Spectacular Tour
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8 hours (approx.)
Private Tour
Overview
Learn the real story on this private full day tour from Darwin to Litchfield National Park. Explore the area with a personable Indigenous guide with countless generations of history in the region. Get hands on as our guide demonstrates bush resources in season. See and refresh yourself at iconic waterfalls. Experience dramatic stone country as it comes alive in our tropical summer. Enjoy a flame-grilled lunch of ocean-caught barramundi, marinated kangaroo and crocodile eye fillet, in beautiful shaded surrounds. Be treated to expert natural and cultural interpretation from guides with unrivaled knowledge of the area.
Some places we will visit during the tour:
Bush resources: At various places well demonstrate seasonal bush resources used by local Aboriginal people for thousands of years, and describe the relationship of Litchfields landscape features to local indigenous culture.
Tolmer Falls: During our tropical summer, from about December to May, well visit the spectacular stone country of Tolmer Falls. The stone country comes alive at this time of year with a profusion of life and a gushing of water into Tolmers deep chasms. Clear creeks provide opportunities to swim in unspoilt natural pools, out of the reach of crocodiles.
Ngunalang (Woolaning Spring): Well visit Tesss grandfathers private land, the site of his former sawmill camp. In beautiful surrounds by a crystal clear, spring-fed rainforest creek well serve you a freshly grilled lusciously presented lunch of ocean-caught barramundi, marinated kangaroon and crocodile eye fillet.
Nyunydjurr (Wangi Falls): Well visit iconic Nyunydjurr, its plunge pool a popular dry season swimming spot and a special place for indigenous women. Explore the nearby lush rainforest, home to a variety of birds and restless fruit bats. For the keen there may be an opportunity for a more strenuous loop walk over the falls.
*During summer from about December to May, when water levels reach a pre-determined point, park authorities close the Wangi Falls plunge pool to swimming due to strong currents and the potential for saltwater crocodiles to enter the plunge pool. Viewing the falls, however, and doing the walk around and over them, is safe and especially spectacular at this time of year.
Paykadamulla (Florence Falls): Well se the spectacular falls at Paykadamulla from the plateau-top lookout, a short walk from the car park. The keen can tackle the 175 stairs that lead down to the clear, refreshing water of Paykadamullas stone-walled gorge and plunge pool. Easier walks allow swimming too, in the warmer water above Paykadamulla.
What's Included
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Roundtrip private transportation
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English speaking guide
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Lunch
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Bottled water
Considerations
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Bring cash and/or credit card for any additional purchases on the day (shopping/attractions).
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Discover is not an accepted credit card and American Express usage may be limited.
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Gratuities/Tips are not included in your tour, if you would like to leave a tip, please bring cash.
Special Instructions
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Local currency is the Australian dollar (AUD).
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Bring your swimwear and a towel in case the conditions are suitable for you to swim in the waterfalls.
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Wear loose fitting, light weight clothing and comfortable walking shoes.
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The sun is very strong, wear a hat, sunglasses and a minimum of 30+ sunscreen, even if you are outside for short periods.
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Bring a light sweater, jumper or rain jacket and your water bottle.
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This tour operates in all weather. Your tour guides are locals and will have some alternatives sites or activities on the day.
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Bring your camera to capture wonderful memories of your time ashore!
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup and Dropoff at the Cruise Port Included.
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