Exclusive Offer for Qantas Frequent Flyers – Earn Double Points
Exclusive to Qantas Frequent Flyers, earn 2 Qantas Points per $1 spent on eligible A&K journeys across Australia and in New Zealand. Book before 11 June 2021, for travel on selected dates between 17 May and 31 December 2021. Terms and conditions apply.
Journey Overview
Be spellbound by the ancient wonders of Australia’s Top End on this 8-day immersion. From the tropical capital of Darwin to the storied plains of Arnhem Land, led by local guides you’ll take a deep dive into Aboriginal lore and traditional stories of living on the land. Be captivated by the majesty of Kakadu on land and by river cruise, and be immersed in this biodiverse region with a glamping safari in Mary River at the breath taking Bamurru Plains. An all-encompassing adventure, this journey will see you humbled by history, enthralled by picturesque landscapes and enchanted by a kaleidoscope of wildlife.
Price: From $9,600 per person twin share
Group Size: Maximum 10 guests
Departure date: Thursday 30 September 2021
Arrival point: Darwin
Departure point: Darwin
Journey Highlights
- Be led by locals on a guided exploration of Litchfield’s landscapes and storied rock art
- Stay at Bamurru Plains on an immersive glamping adventure
- Explore the ancient landscapes of Arnhem Land with privileged access to this indigenous homeland
- Discover the thriving ecosystems of Mary River on an airboat safari
- Admire Arnhem Land from the air, soaring the over the ancient escarpments
- Cruise on the East Alligator River with an Aboriginal guide, learning history and captivating local lore
Journey Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Darwin
Arrive into tropical Darwin to a warm A&K welcome and transfer by private vehicle to your accommodation.
This afternoon enjoy a 2 hour guided city tour of Darwin before dinner and a welcome drink. Afterwards, meet your group of fellow travellers ahead of tomorrow’s adventures.
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Day 2: Darwin: | Indigenous Discovery
This morning, meet your expert indigenous guide for a captivating immersion into indigenous culture on a private full day Litchfield experience.
Get hands on education of bush tucker and medicinal traditions, learning of the bush resources in season. Take a refreshing walking t a picturesque waterfall, your scene for a flame-grilled lunch of ocean-caught barramundi, marinated kangaroo and crocodile eye fillet, before returning to your hotel.
Mindil Beach Casino Resort | BL
Day 3: Darwin-Mary River National Park | Regional Discovery Begins
Transfer privately to the airport and your onward charter flight to the wildlife haven of Bamurru Plains. Arrive to a warm welcome and private transfer to your safari-style bungalow, immersing you in the sights and sounds of the surrounding bush.
Bamurru Plains | BLD
Day 4: Mary River National Park | A Thriving Wildlife Haven
Today is at leisure to explore the surrounding country away from the lodge, taking your pick of the extensive touring available. Set out on airboat trips across the wetlands, river cruises in search of crocodiles or bird watching, bush drives, quad bike safaris and guided wilderness walks.
Enjoy pre-dinner drinks in the treetops sipping a sundowner in Bamurru’s secluded hide. Arriving by your choice of safari drive or airboat, see the spectacular wilderness from this unique vantage point, eye’s peeled for the kaleidoscope of wildlife as you indulge in a drink or two.
Bamurru Plains | BLD
Day 5: Mary River National Park | Top End Safari
Today beckons with a private tour of Kakadu National Park. Soar over the top end scenes on an exhilarating private flight to Jabiru. Explore the landscapes and ancient Aboriginal rock art at Ubirr in your custom-built safari vehicle led by a knowledgeable local guide, before embarking on a cruise on the East Alligator River. Led by an Aboriginal guide uncover the secrets and history of the region.
Returning home, stop at the Bowali Visitor Centre for an engaging look at the history and traditions of the land, arriving to your lodge in time for drinks and canapes as the sun sets.
Bamurru Plains | BLD
Day 6: Mary River National Park – Arnhem Land | Welcomed to the Homeland
This morning, transfer by charter aircraft from Bamurru Plains to your accommodation at Mt Borradaile in the indigenous homeland of Arnhem Land.
On arrival to your wilderness safari lodge, end the day enjoying dinner with your group.
Davidson's Safaris Arnhemland Lodge | BLD
Day 7:Arnhem Land | Adventure Among the Ancient Landscapes
Today set off on a private tour to Awunbarna (Mount Borradaile) rock art sites with a local indigenous expert, who will share traditional insight behind the meaning and stories depicted in the ancient art.
Enjoy lunch back at camp before embarking on a billabong cruise, eyes peeled for the kaleidoscope of plants and wildlife, enjoying sundowners on the water as you drift along.
Tonight, farewell your adventure, enjoying dinner at the lodge with your group.
Davidson's Safaris Arnhemland Lodge | BLD
Day 8: Depart Arnhem Land
Depart this morning after breakfast, flying by private charter to Darwin airport, where you will transfer to your onward flight.
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Abercrombie & Kent: Qantas Frequent Flyers will earn 2 Qantas Points per A$1 spent on four (4) eligible Abercrombie & Kent journeys in Australia and New Zealand, with a land itinerary of seven nights or more (excluding taxes and credit card fees) for bookings made from 17 May to 11 June 2021, for travel on selected dates between 17 May and 31 December 2021. For example, members travelling on A&K’s 8 day Connoisseur’s North Island journey, valued from $11,420 per person, will earn a minimum of 22,840 Qantas points per member. Excludes flights. Eligible products include the Scenic Rim Discovery Hike, Traditions of the Top End - An Air Safari, New Zealand: South Island Discovery and Connoisseur’s North Island. Qantas Points shall be awarded to you based upon the final amount spent on Eligible Products. If Eligible Products are purchased in currencies other than AU$, the amount of Qantas Points earned will be calculated based on the exchange rate of the day when final payment was made. Qantas Frequent Flyers cannot earn bonus points on any other journeys booked with Abercrombie & Kent that are not listed above or if the trip is cancelled. Qantas Points will only be earned on eligible journeys after adding your Qantas Frequent Flyer membership number to a purchase and will be credited to your Qantas Frequent Flyer account within 60 days from the point of departure. Conditions apply.
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“Eligible Booking” means a booking for any Eligible Product made from 17 May, 2021 until 11 June 2021.
“Eligible Product(s) means the four (4x) select Australian or New Zealand Private and Hosted Small Group Journeys with a land itinerary of seven nights or more, created by Abercrombie & Kent Australia. Excludes flights;
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6. How to earn Qantas Points
If you are a Qantas Frequent Flyer Member, you can earn 2 Qantas Points for every AU$1 that you spend with Abercrombie & Kent on Eligible Products (including GST). In order to earn Qantas Points, you must provide your Qantas Frequent Flyer Number at the point of booking any Eligible Product. If the number that you enter is not a valid Qantas Frequent Flyer Number, you will not be entitled to earn Qantas Points.
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