Days 01 - 02 : Sydney
You arrive in Sydney, but there is no need to concern yourself with trying
to find a hotel that provides an early check-in, this has already been
arranged. Your private vehicle will be there waiting at the airport to
transfer you to the luxurious Sydney Mariott, where you can now forget about
the grindstone, and prepare yourself for your Australian adventure. While in
Sydney, you have ample time to relax after the flight, enjoy the style of
cosmopolitan Sydney, the Olympic city. Dining out in Sydney is an adventure
in itself, with over 80 restaurants of varying quisine to choose from. All
are within walking distance. Explore the sights of Sydney and its surrounds
independently or with our private driver guide "Wild Escapes".
This time is yours.
Days 03 - 05 : Sydney
You will be transfered by vehicle to Sydney airport, where you catch a
scheduled flight to Darwin. From here a private charter flight takes you to
Bullo River Station. Flying into Bullo River Station is by far the most
exciting, and dramatic way to enter the property. You pass through the
Pinkerton and Spencer Ranges, which give the appearance of red sandstone
totems guarding the property from the outside world. Prepare yourself for an
outback experience like no other. Here Marlee and Franz Ranacher provide the
adventure seeker an opportunity to participate in station duties, or tackle
the premier game fish of Northern Australia, the Barramundi. The scenic
helicopter flight is an absolute must, as it is only from the air that you
fully realise the magnitude of the beauty that is Bullo River. This chopper
flight takes you along the property's spectacular gorge to places where
swimming is safe,as well as other areas that are home to Australia's
prehistoric salt water crocodiles. Your time with Marlee and Franz will give
you a personal insight into why Australians can fall so deeply in love this
wild, untouched part of the world.
Days 06 - 08 : Mary River Delta
Here
the action continues. Wild Plains Safari Camp is situated in the Mary River
Delta, near both Kakadu National Park and Mary River National Park. The
areas surrounding the camp are abundent with wildlife, such as buffalo,
wallabies, wild boar, dingoes, and many species of reptiles. The wetland
birdlife is also a highlight, with literally hundred of different species
thriving in this area. Friendly, and knowledgable guides take you on
four-wheel drive, quad bike, air-boat, or river boat adventures, that give
you the perfect position to be viewing, or photographing this wildlife
spectical - up close and personal.
The wetlands, and waterways also provide the angler, both novice and
experienced an oportunity to target a large variety of esturean fish. The
experienced guides can also take you out to offshore reefs to target species
such as jew fish, salmon, snapper and shark. You will fish in areas that
have rarely been visited by humans.This safari camp provides you with all
the amenities to make this a comfortable and relaxing stay. The wildlife,
and diversity of the land that this property offers, provides the
adventurer, naturist, and fisherperson alike, a rare and fulfuilling travel
experience.
Day 09 : Darwin
This afternoon take a charter flight from Wild Plains Safari Camp, back to
Darwin. After a very adventurous trip to date, an evening of relaxation is
waiting. You will be transfered from the charter base in Darwin to the
Saville Inn. The Saville Inn is walking distance from the city center, and
also provides stunning views over Darwin Harbour. You will be able to soak
up the relaxed atmosphere that Darwin is famous for. Dine in one of the many
restaurants of varying quisine, that are also in close proximity to your
accommodation, before retiring for the evening, and witnessing one of
Darwin's beautiful sunsets.
Days
10 - 13 : Far North Queensland
This morning a private transfer takes you to Darwin airport for a scheduled
flight to Cairns. From Cairns, you will catch a charter flight to paradise.
You land on a small island owned by Anna and Roy Turner, from here you take
a short boat cruise, and wade into the beach of what can only be described
as heaven on earth, Haggerstone Island. Anna and Roy have created their own
"Robinson Crusoe" style hideaway. The rustic appeal of this island
will captivate you like no other place you have traveled to. You truely feel
like the only people on the planet! One of the greatest activities of the
island is relaxation. If you feel more adventurous, there is your own
private island to discover, and no shortage of great fishing and diving in
one of the most untouched areas of Australia. The dining experience is
unique in itself, with the day's catch being cooked over an open fire stove,
and served with the island's own fresh produce, to create a tropical meal
that is as pure as the air you're breathing.
Day 14 : Depart Australia
This morning you are transferred back to Dimbulah for your charter flight
back to Cairns, where you commence your journey back home.You can now say
you have experienced life as a pioneer of the harsh outback, and discovered
the hidden beauty within. The outback is a significant part of Australia's
history, this is only part of what makes Australia such an addictive
country.
