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
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
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10 DAY CAPE YORK ACCOMMODATED SAFARI
2009 (Drive/Sea) |
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HIGHLIGHTS: |
• Cape Tribulation
• Cooktown
• Lakefield National Park
• Weipa
• Punsand Bay Private
Reserve
• Cape York “The Tip"
• Thursday Island
• Torres Straits
• Cargo Ship voyage
• Great Barrier Reef
Legend; B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner, T = Toilets, S = Showers, L = Laundry, Bc = Bush Camp
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DAY 1 CAIRNS – COOKTOWN (LD) |
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Depart Cairns 7.00am and travel via the beautiful coastal road
until we cross the Daintree River and enter the majestic
expanse of the World Heritage listed Daintree/Cape
Tribulation Rainforest. Over the jungle shrouded slopes of
the controversial Bloomfield track to Cooktown. A chance to
shop for souvenirs in original colonial era shops.
Overnight accommodation: Seaview Motel ensuite
facilities)
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DAY 2 COOKTOWN - LAKEFIELD N.P. - MUSGRAVE (BLD) |
Assured of a unique place in the rich fabric of Australian
history, Cooktown provides a visit of interest and excitement.
Visit Cook’s landing place, Grassy Hill Lookout and the
century old cemetery. Mid morning we travel via Battle
Camp Ranges and Old Laura Station to Lakefield National
Park. An opportunity to safely view crocodiles in their natural
habitat. Experience living outback history as we approach
Musgrave pioneer telegraph station, which is over 100 years
old. Overnight accommodation: Musgrave (share
facilities)
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DAY 3 MUSGRAVE - COEN - ARCHER RIVER - WEIPA (BLD) |
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Via historic Coen we travel
North by West through Mungkan Kaanju National Park and
across Piccaninny Plains and boundless Savannah to the
bauxite-mining town of Weipa on the Gulf of Carpentaria. A
veritable “Oasis in the wilderness" and providing further
contrast to your experience of this last frontier.
Overnight accommodation: Heritage Resort-(ensuite facilities)
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DAY 4 WEIPA - WENLOCK RIVER -
MORETON STATION (BLD) |
In the cool of early
morning, a fascinating Weipa Mine Tour (own cost). A
veritable “Oasis in the Wilderness"and providing further
contrast to your experience of this last frontier. South by East
through huge cattle runs to arrive at the Wenlock River. Time
for a guided nature walk on established trails along this lightly
forested waterway. Cabin tent accommodation shared
facilities (twin share fully screened tents with beds, linen and
lights. Gas powered hot showers, flushing toilets and outdoor
covered dining area.
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DAY 5 FRUITBAT FALLS - JARDINE RIVER - PUNSAND BAY (BLD) |
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Civilisation far behind and we are really in four wheel drive
country as we traverse streams, rocky crossings and the ever
changing wilderness landscape of “Zamias" and eucalyptus
forests to reach today’s lunch destination. Then onto
picturesque Fruitbat Falls on the Elliot River. Time to swim
and explore or photograph the enchanting rock pools, and
waterfall of this unique spot. This afternoon we cross the
Jardine River, followed by a short visit to Bamaga Aboriginal
and Islander settlement.
3 nights accommodation: Punsand Bay Private Reserve.
Beachfront Cabin Tent (ensuite facilities)
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DAY 6
THURSDAY ISLAND (BD) |
Early morning cruise through the islands
of the Torres Strait to legendary “T.I." once homeport of the
romantic pearl diver fleet, now “Capital" of the scattered
islander communities between Australia and New Guinea.
Ample time for sightseeing, souvenir shopping, perhaps a
conducted bus tour (own cost, as is lunch).
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DAY 7
CAPE YORK - SOMERSET (BLD) |
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A day of interest and outdoor
enjoyment. An early morning walk to “The Tip" the most northerly point of
our continent. A tour to Albany Passage with a visit to historic Somerset (road
conditions permitting), the once mooted “Singapore of the Pacific"
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DAY 8 SEISIA – M.V. TRINITY BAY (BLD) |
“Barge Day"
The focus of all attention today is Seisia wharf, where the
cargo ships from Cairns disgorge their cargo of fuel, building
materials, indeed everything needed by the island and local
communities. At 80 meters and over 3000 tonnes the Trinity
Bay is the largest cargo ship servicing the Torres Strait
communities.
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DAY 9 GREAT BARRIER REEF MARINE PARKS (BLD) |
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Total relaxation as you enjoy the company of the crew and
new shipboard companions.
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DAY 10 GREAT BARRIER REEF - CAIRNS (B) |
On arrival at Trinity Wharf your
tour concludes when we return you to your pre-arranged
accommodation.
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10 DAY CAPE YORK ACCOMMODATED DRIVE/SEA SAFARI
SHARE BOAT CABIN (3-4 passengers) ..............$3,495
PRIVATE BOAT CABIN (2 passengers) an extra $100
SINGLE PERSON (land only) an extra $485 in Jun, Jul, Aug
SINGLE PERSON (land only) an extra $470 in May, Sept, Oct
$300 discount if travelling in May, Sep or Oct
TOUR INCLUDES:
Meals as indicated
Guided tours & activities
Air-conditioned 16-20 seat 4WD vehicle
7 nights accommodation
2 nights boat accommodation
Cape York to Cairns boat costs
TOUR CODE OZ-A10OS
| DEPARTURE DATES 2009
May 18
June 1, 15, 29
July 13, 27
August 10, 24
September 7, 21
October 5, 19
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
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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
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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