Camping Safaris
09 Day Drive/Sea Camping Safari...$2665 H
10 Day Sea/Drive Camping Safari...$2730 H
12 Day Sea/Drive Camping Safari...$3250 A
12 Day Drive/Sea Camping Safari...$2550 O
12 Day Sea/Drive Camping Safari...$3025 H
12 Day Sea/Drive Camping Safari...$2895 O
12 Day Drive/Sea Camping Safari...$3250 A
12 Day Sea/Fly/Drive Camp Safari.$3195 H
12 Day Drive/Fly/Sea Camp Safari.$3195 H
13 Day Sea/Drive Camping Safari...$3350 A
14 Day Sea/Drive Camping Safari...$3095 O
14 Day Drive/Sea Camping Safari...$3280 H
14 Day Drive/Sea Camping Safari...$3095 O
Accommodated Safaris
09 Day Drive/Sea Accommodated Safari...$3445 H
10 Day Sea/Drive Accommodated Safari...$3580 H
10 Day Drive/Sea Accommodated Safari...$3495 O
10 Day Sea/Drive Accommodated Safari...$3495 O
12 Day Drive/Fly/Sea Accommod Safari...$3895 H
12 Day Sea/Fly/Drive Accommod Safari...$3895 H
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10 DAY CAIRNS CAPE YORK ACCOMMODATED SAFARI
2009 (Sea/Drive) |
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HIGHLIGHTS: |
• Travel on a local Cargo Vessel
• M.V. TRINITY BAY • Great Barrier Reef
• Cape York - Most Northern Tip of Australia
• Thursday Island
• Fruit Bat Falls
• Weipa
• Cooktown
Legend; B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner, T = Toilets, S = Showers, L = Laundry, Bc = Bush Camp
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DAY 1
CAIRNS - M.V. TRINITY BAY (D)
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Welcome aboard! The friendly crew will welcome you aboard the cargo vessel M.V. TRINITY BAY and help
you to settle in for your trip up the East Coast of Cape York, taking in the splendor of the Great Barrier Reef and
tropical coastline. Great views, good food and friendly company will make an excellent start to your adventure.
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DAY 2 GREAT BARRIER REEF
- MARINE NATIONAL PARKS (BLD) |
A fascinating and relaxing sea passage following the Great Barrier Reef and isolated coast line in the footsteps of
Captain Cook.
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DAY 3 SEISIA (BD) |
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This morning we cruise through the Island studded Straits to Seisia where you will be met by your driver/guide
who will take you to your campsite. Having familiarized your selves with the camp the rest of the afternoon is
yours, maybe a spot of fishing or a stroll along the beach. (Accommodation option: cottage accommodation at Seisia Holiday Park ensuite facilities) (STL)
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DAY 4 CAIRNS - THURSDAY ISLAND - CAPE YORK (BD) |
An early morning departure, as we cruise through the Torres Straits to explore our northern community Thursday
Island. Enjoy an informative guided bus tour of the island and its picturesque Harbour, once home of the romantic
pearl lugger fleet. Late afternoon the ferry returns to Seisia.
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DAY 5 CAPE YORK - SOMERSET (BLD) |
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An unforgettable day! Stand at the very top of mainland Australia. We then visit Somerset (road conditions
permitted), once the home of the legendary Jardine family and government outpost established in 1864. We have
lunch on the palm fringed Anchorage Beach, which overlooks the Albany Passage. A walk on the beach will
complete your day before returning to base.
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DAY 6 CAPE YORK - FRUIT BAT FALLS BRAMWELL STATION (BLD) |
Southward bound, we cross the mighty Jardine River, stopping at Fruit Bat Falls for lunch. Relax, swim and enjoy
this unique area with its enchanting waterfall. Travelling along part of the Old Telegraph Track, before we make
our way to a ‘true blue, aussie cattle station, Bramwell Station. (accommodation with share facilities)
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DAY 7 BRAMWELL - WEIPA (BD) |
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A southerly run through the wilderness with all its varied landscapes to cross the Wenlock River. We head for the
shores of the Gulf of Carpentaria and our overnight stop at Weipa, with its view over Albatross Bay. This
afternoon there will be the opportunity of a tour of the largest bauxite mine in the world (own expense).
Accommodation option with ensuite facilities.
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DAY 8 WEIPA - MUSGRAVE (BLD) |
We continue south, stopping off at the picturesque Archer River, then on to the historic frontier gold town of Coen.
The afternoon finds us arriving at the Old Musgrave Telegraph Station. (accommodation with share facilities)
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DAY 9 MUSGRAVE - LAKEFIELD - COOKTOWN (BLD) |
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After an early start, we head east towards Princess Charlotte Bay where we traverse the entire length of Lakefield
National Park (road conditions permitted). An amalgamation of 3 huge cattle stations, now a haven for the many
birds and animals native to this area. Lagoons, billabongs, and wide river lakes are home to both fresh and
saltwater crocodiles. Travelling southwards, we continue on to Old Laura Homestead and then cross the Battle
Camp Range. This afternoon we explore the old gold port of Cooktown. Visit the Cooktown, Captain Cooks
Landing and the Grassy Hill Lookout. Overnight accommodation at Cooktown. (share facilities)
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DAY 10 COOKTOWN - CAPE TRIBULATION - CAIRNS (BL) |
The final exciting day has, unfortunately, arrived, but before returning to Cairns, we make our way south passing
the mysterious Black Mountain and the historic Lions Den Hotel. Traversing the jungle shrouded Bloomfield
Track we see where the 'rainforest meets the reef' at Cape Tribulation. We travel through the splendor of a World
Heritage listed rainforest. A scenic drive along the Marlin Coast is a perfect way to complete your safari. Arriving
late afternoon in Cairns, where you will be taken to your accommodation.
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10 DAY CAPE YORK SEA/DRIVE ACCOMMODATED SAFARI
TWIN SHARE ......................................$3,580
SINGLE PERSON (land only) an extra $425
TOUR INCLUDES:
Meals as indicated
Guided tours & activities
Air-conditioned 21 seat 4WD vehicle
2 nights boat accommodation
7 nights accommodation
Cairns to Cape York boat costs
TOUR CODE H10SDA
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DEPARTURE DATES 2009
May 15,29
June 12,26
July 10,24
August 7,21
September 4,18
October 2,16
SEA LEG:
Uses the cargo vessel M.V. TRINITY BAY.
The vessel offers twin share cabins with share bathroom facilities
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Accommodated Safaris
09 Day Drive/Sea Accommodated Safari...$3445 H
10 Day Sea/Drive Accommodated Safari...$3580 H
10 Day Drive/Sea Accommodated Safari...$3495 O
10 Day Sea/Drive Accommodated Safari...$3495 O
12 Day Drive/Fly/Sea Accommod Safari...$3895 H
12 Day Sea/Fly/Drive Accommod Safari...$3895 H
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Camping Safaris
09 Day Drive/Sea Camping Safari...$2665 H
10 Day Sea/Drive Camping Safari...$2730 H
12 Day Sea/Drive Camping Safari...$3250 A
12 Day Drive/Sea Camping Safari...$2550 O
12 Day Sea/Drive Camping Safari...$3025 H
12 Day Sea/Drive Camping Safari...$2895 O
12 Day Drive/Sea Camping Safari...$3250 A
12 Day Sea/Fly/Drive Camp Safari.$3195 H
12 Day Drive/Fly/Sea Camp Safari.$3195 H
13 Day Sea/Drive Camping Safari...$3350 A
14 Day Sea/Drive Camping Safari...$3095 O
14 Day Drive/Sea Camping Safari...$3280 H
14 Day Drive/Sea Camping Safari...$3095 O
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