Northern Territory & Western Australia

Upon arrival in Darwin you will be picked up from the airport and transferred to the hotel for overnight. 

Travel to Corroborree Billabong approximately 90 minutes’ drive from Darwin (105km) where you will board the vessel for an amazing one hour scenic boat cruise viewing an abundance of birds, crocodiles and other wildlife in their natural habitat.   Then travel 30 minutes to Pudakul Aboriginal Cultural Tours for a 2 hour experience learning about the local history and culture in a bush tucker walk and talk, try throwing a spear, blowing a didgeridoo and more.  

Return to Darwin in evening. Free time to explore town

Recommendation:

• Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory
• Crocosaurus Cove
• George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens
• Darwin Military Museum
• Darwin Aviation Museum
• Mindil Beach Sunset Market
• Mindil Beach
• Crocodylus Park - Wildlife park
• Charles Darwin National Park
• Bicentennial Park

Take the morning charter flight to Bamurru Plains from Darwin Airport. 

• 30 min Flight
• 3 hour Drive

Located just to the west of Kakadu National Park on the Mary River floodplains. A profusion of bird and wildlife are on the doorstep of a unique bush camp that exudes ‘Wild Bush Luxury’ and brings a touch of style to the discovery of a remote and extraordinarily beautiful wilderness. 

Watch as hundreds of birds take flight from around the infinity-edge pool, scan the shallows for big saltwater crocodiles as you skim across floodplains by airboat or slowly cruise the Sampan River watching for silver flashes of fish breaking the surface. On guided walks and game drives search for brumbies, buffalo, dingos and wallabies or pause to consider an intriguing reptile or the adaptations of a particular insect.

Take in the adventures offered at Bamurru Plains. 

Included Activities

• Airboat Safari - Bamurru’s signature experience is a thrilling ride across the floodplains by airboat
• Birding - The Mary River catchment is home to some 236 species of bird, many of which are found at Bamurru Plains. 
• The Hide - is the ultimate eyrie from which birdlife and other wildlife can be observed undisturbed in their natural habitat.
• River Cruises - The Mary River System harbours one of the largest crocodile densities in the world.
• Open-Top Game Drives - Learn about the Top End's fragile habitat on an African styled safari drive. 
• Guided Walks - Set off on foot through paperbark forests and savannah environments.

Add On Experiences

• Kakadu Experience - Just a short hop by light aircraft or helicopter brings you to the heart of Kakadu.
• Private Tours - Half day and full private tours can be pre-arranged at time of booking for a more tailored experience.
• Helicopter Safari - Fly over the wetlands of Kakadu and Arnhem, landing at Injalak Arts Centre

Take a charter flight Bamurru Plains to Darwin airport (30 mins), catch another flight to Perth (3 h 55min)

Upon arrival in Perth a private transfer to your hotel. The rest of your day is at leisure to enjoy this great city.

Recommendation:

• Kings Park and Botanic Garden
• Hillarys Boat Harbour
• Fremantle Markets
• State War Memorial
• Lotterywest Federation Walkway - Walk among the treetops and enjoy spectacular views of the city skyline on the Lotterywest Federation Walkway. The journey extends 620 metres through the Western Australian Botanic Garden over an arched bridge suspended among a canopy of tall eucalypts.

Join our Nyungar tour guide on location at Elizabeth Quay for a 1.5 hours journey of discovery through the historic and cultural landscape of Aboriginal life prior to European settlement. Discover Perth’s oldest cultural past on this surprising walking tour around Perth’s newest attraction, Elizabeth Quay.  Experience Dreamtime stories, traditional songs and Nyungar language as you enjoy Perth’s beautiful riverfront.

Rest of the day is free to explore the city.

Recommendation:

• Golf at one of the cities many courses 

Full Day Experience Rottnest with Bike Hire & Karma Lunch. 

This 8 hour tour provides you with the opportunity to explore Rottnest at your own pace, by land and by sea, on this self-guided tour. The package comes with a bike so you can ride to the many secluded bays and beaches. Your bike will be waiting for you at the jetty when you arrive, so you can take off right away. Feel the breeze through your hair as you ride from place to place, soaking in the breathtaking views that Rottnest has to offer at every turn. Explore the many secluded bays and wonderful beaches, or just find a nice quiet spot to take a quokka selfie.

Return to Perth via ferry, where you will be transferred back to your accommodation.

Day 8

Fly Perth to Exmouth (2 h 55 min). A private driver will be waiting to transfer you to Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef. (90 mins)

Check in and enjoy 3 nights in this beautiful location.

• Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef: Wake up with the sun from your eco-luxury safari tent, peeking out to the largest fringing World Heritage-listed coral reef in the world just metres away… with the ancient Western Australian folklore-filled terrain behind you.

Includes

• All meals and beverages
• Activities: snorkeling,  wildlife and bird spotting, guided walks, paddle boarding and kayaking.
• Additional Activities (cost extra): Whale Shark swim experiences (mid-March to August) and Humpback Whale swim experiences (July to October

Day 9 - 10 

Free days

Check out and private transfer to Exmouth Airport (90 mins). Fly to Perth (2 h 55 min).

Upon arrival Self Drive and/or Private Driver to Margaret River (2 h 57 min). Check in to hotel and rest of evening is at leisure. 

OPTION 1: Private Guided Walk 3 HR

Enjoy a scenic private guided walk along a spectacular section of the Cape between pristine Injidup beach and surf mecca, Smiths Beach, with the opportunity to swim along the way in a secluded bay. From Injidup, your walk takes you north past vibrant granite formations, lagoon-like coves and limestone cliffs. The track continues through scenic bushland taking in the impressive Canal Rocks and several scenic lookouts, before reaching a rocky headland signaling the start of Smiths Beach. You will enjoy time to swim at the calm southern end of Smiths Beach after the walk.  

OPTION 2: THE MARGARET RIVER DISCOVERY TOUR - Small Group (6 max)

• Full Day | $245pp | Min 2 | Mon to Fri | Depart 9.45am

It’s the wine and nature lovers’ experience with the works!   If you only have a few days in the region and want to experience the best hidden gems, this is the tour for you. Travel in a luxury 4WD, this is "the tour for people who don’t do tours".
• Start the day with a canoe trip down a stunning section of the tranquil Margaret River. You won’t get wet, dirty or fall in. It’s a peaceful beginning to our day of highlights.  
• We then head to the coast to see how the winemakers relax – a coffee while we check the surf at one of the region’s top beach breaks.
• Our next stop is an ancient waterhole to spot freshwater Marron and wildlife and to taste local honey while we reflect on Aboriginal history dating back more than 50,000 years.
• Lunch at one the region’s most celebrated emerging superstar wineries –Fraser Gallop Estate – is our next highlight.  We have exclusive access to the working winery and vineyard and savour some of the best wines in the region matched with local produce while seated among barrels of ageing wine.
• We finish our day with a 4WD adventure and walk on a spectacular section of the Cape to Cape Track – the Wilyabrup Cliffs.  We have special government approval to use a 4WD track that offers stunning cliff top views. High above the Indian Ocean the epic scenery, fresh sea breezes and surrounding ancient soils provide a deeper understanding of the unique terroir of the Margaret River region.

Return your rental vehicle or private transfer to Perth airport for flight home or onwards to next destination. (2 h 55 min)