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Please click on one of the following options to find out more about the touring available from Bamurru Plains.
(All prices are quoted in Australian Dollars and are subject to change without notice)
Depart Bamurru Plains at 7:15am and take a 20 minute flight by private charter aircraft to Jabiru in Kakadu National Park. On arrival to the airport you will meet up with your guide from Lords Safaris for a day immersed in the Aboriginal culture of Arnhem Land.
On Kakadu’s eastern edge and bounded by the Arafura Sea and the Gulf of Carpentaria, Arnhem Land’s harsh environment resulted in the region’s Aboriginal culture better surviving the impact of European settlement. Access to Arnhem Land is restricted to a select group of guides – they know the people and the country intimately. It is important to visit the region with a guide who understands this rich heritage and respects the wishes of the traditional owners. Your journey today will be hosted by one such guide and in some part, by a local Aboriginal.
Arnhem Land is perhaps the one area in Australia where indigenous culture is still dominant, despite a long history of interacting with other cultures. A traditional Aboriginal guide will show you excellent examples of rock art on Injalak Hill (Long Tom Dreaming), an area that has some of the best rock art examples in Western Arnhem Land and some say Australia. The view from the top of the hill is simply breathtaking, looking out across the floodplains and around the escarpment.
Back at the Injalak Art & Craft Centre there is an opportunity to browse or purchase goods from this non-profit Aboriginal organisation and to watch the locals painting and weaving pandanus baskets.
In the afternoon explore a remote valley - stunning scenery, billabongs, birds and a place to imagine the life of the Aboriginal people who have been at home here for 50,000 years or more.
Lunch and entrance fees as well as guide services are included.
Return before sunset to Bamurru Plains.
Please bring – sun-block, insect repellent, a hat, any personal medications as required, binoculars and camera gear and wear light, comfortable clothing and sturdy walking shoes or boots
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Depart Bamurru Plains at 6am and be transferred by road to Kakadu National Park, approximately 3 hours driving.
Depart Bamurru Plains by air at 7:30am. Upon arrival to Jabiru airport at 8:00am you will be met by your guide for a day’s touring of Kakadu National Park.
This morning you will visit Nourlangie where there is a 1.5km circular walk which takes you past an ancient aboriginal shelter and several outstanding art sites.
After morning tea enjoy a cruise on the world famous Yellow Water Billabong, located at the end of Jim Jim Creek, a tributary of the South Alligator River. This river system contains extensive wetlands that include river channels, floodplains and backwater swamps – ideal for encountering crocodile and numerous birdlife. The canopied cruise boats operate year round and are skippered by experienced guides.
One way air transfer (Bamurru to Jabiru), one way private road transfer (Jabiru to Bamurru), morning tea, lunch and entrance fees as well as guide services are included.
Please bring – sun-block, insect repellent, a hat, any personal medications as required, binoculars and camera gear and wear light, comfortable clothing and sturdy walking shoes or boots
NB: Luggage limit of 10kg per person in soft bags only
The helicopter departs with full views of Darwin and then the beautiful Hope inlet, continuing over the coastal estuarine areas taking in the amazing Adelaide and Mary River systems. (approx 40 mins)
This exciting helicopter transfer which includes a stop to see one of the world’s most fearsome creatures! Enjoy the panoramic sights of Darwin and surrounds from the air before landing at one of Darwin’s most popular attractions, the Jumping Croc Cruise. Enjoy an hour long boat trip getting up close and personal with these pre-historic reptiles launching themselves out of the water! Continue on by helicopter across wetlands abundant with wildlife before landing in the front of Bamurru Plains. (Approx 2 hours)
Please note that the Jumping Croc cruise operates as a shared service at scheduled departure times
Departure times for this heli-sightseeing option from Darwin or Bamurru Plains are:
8am, 10am, 12pm and 2pm
Depart Darwin directly south to the stunning Wangi, Tolmer and Florence waterfalls of Litchfield National Park. Land for an exclusive 4WD ground tour with lunch and a swim. We then continue by helicopter to the ‘Jumping Croc’ cruise and finish with a final flight over the breathtaking wetlands before arriving at Bamurru Plains.
(half day or full day options available; half day = 6 hours; full day = 9 hours)
Depart Darwin for Bamurru Plains where you will drop off your luggage and we collect our picnic lunch. Continue across the Wildman, West/South Alligator wetlands and look out for crocs on along the East Alligator. Fly over Ubirr, Cannon Hill and the Kakadu/Arnhem Land wetlands and continue on to land at an exclusive Aboriginal Rock Art site. Follow the river into the breathtaking gorges of the Arnhem Land Plateau where we make a stop for lunch. Continue flying up Magela gorge and over the Majestic Magela Falls. We make a stop at Jabiru to refuel before continuing on Bamurru Plains. (Approx 8 hours)
A quality heli-fishing adventure! Depart Darwin for Shady Camp spotting crocs, buffalo, pigs and birds along the way. Meet up with an exclusive professional fishing guide. Boat, tackle, lunch, drinks and filleting provided. Transfer to Bamurru with a fresh catch!
Please note that the Jumping Croc cruise operates as a shared service at scheduled departure times.
