Camping Safaris  
05 Day Fly/Drive Camping Safari...$1495 W
05 Day Drive/Fly Camping Safari...$1495 W
06 Day Fly/Drive/Fly Camp Safari.$2100 A
07 Day Drive/Fly Camping Safari...$1949 O
07 Day Fly/Drive Camping Safari...$1949 O
07 Day Drive/Fly Camping Safari...$1995 H
07 Day Fly/Drive Camping Safari...$1995 H
07 Day Fly/Drive Camping Safari...$1895 W
07 Day Drive/Fly Camping Safari...$1895 W
09 Day Fly/Drive Camping Safari...$2260 H
09 Day Fly/Drive Camping Safari...$3050 A
10 Day Drive/Fly Camping Safari...$3100 A
10 Day Drive/Fly Camping Safari...$2095 O
10 Day Fly/Drive Camping Safari...$2450 O
10 Day Fly/Drive Camping Safari...$3100 A
12 Day Drive/Fly Camping Safari...$2750 O
12 Day Fly/Drive Camping Safari...$2750 O
12 Day Drive/Fly Camping Safari...$2750 H

Accommodated Safaris
7 Day Drive/Fly Accommodated Safari...$2695 H
7 Day Fly/Drive Accommodated Safari...$2695 H
7 Day Drive/Fly Accommodated Safari...$2995 W
7 Day Fly/Drive Accommodated Safari...$2995 W
8 Day Fly/Drive Accommodated Safari...$3350 O
8 Day Drive/Fly Accommodated Safari...$3350 O
9 Day Fly/Drive Accommodated Safari...$3850 H
9 Day Drive/Fly Accommodated Safari...$3850 H

9 DAY CAPE YORK ACCOMMODATED SAFARI 2009 (Drive/Fly)

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Cooktown
• Coen
• Jardine River
• Weipa
• Bramwell Station
• Fruit Bat Falls
• Telegraph Track
• Somerset
• Cape York

Legend; B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner, T = Toilets, S = Showers, L = Laundry, Bc = Bush Camp

DAY 1 CAIRNS - CAPE TRIBULATION

After an early morning pick up from your accommodation your adventure begins. Travelling north along Marlin Coast, we stop off at Hartleys Crocodile Adventures. Here you will enjoy an informative introduction to the flora and fauna, you may encountere in the Cape. After crossing the Daintree Ferry, we spend time exploring the wonders of the World Heritage listed Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation, where the rainforest meets the reef. Our accommodation tonight is at Cape Trib Beach House - ensuite facilities.

DAY 2 CAPE TRIB - COOKTOWN (BLD)

After a leisurely morning, we make our way along the jungle shrouded Bloomfield Track, stopping off at the unique Lion’s Den Hotel, and the mysterious Black Mountain, arriving at the old gold port of Cooktown. Visit Captain Cooks Landing, and the Grassy Hill Lookout. Overnight accommodation at the Sovereign Resort in Cooktown - ensuite facilities.

DAY 3 COOKTOWN - LAKEFIELD NATIONAL PARK - LOTUS BIRD LODGE (BLD)

Heading west into the outback, we travel over the legendary Battle Camp Range to the Old Laura Homestead and 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. The afternoon finds us arriving at Lotus Bird Lodge, set amongst shady eucalypts along the inner bank of a large horseshoe shaped billabong. The local environment ranges from open Eucalypt woodland and gallery forests, to grassy plains, marshlands, creeks and lagoons, providing the ideal habitat for over 200 species of birds. (ensuite facilities)

DAY 4 LOTUS BIRD LODGE - COEN - ARCHER RIVER - WEIPA (BLD)

After a leisurely morning, we continue north stopping off at the historic frontier gold town of Coen and the picturesque Archer River, before making our way to the bauxite-mining town of Weipa. Enjoy the spectacular sunset over the Gulf of Carpentaria. Accommodation at the Heritage Resort in Weipa - ensuite facilities.

DAY 5 WEIPA - WENLOCK RIVER - BRAMWELL STATION (BLD)

This morning you may wish to take an informative tour of the Weipa mining operation (own expense) or just relax by the pool. After lunch, we head for our overnight stay at a true blue Aussie cattle station, Bramwell Station. (share facilities)

DAY 6 BRAMWELL - FRUIT BAT FALLS - BAMAGA (BLD)

After an early start, we head north travelling along part of the Old Telegraph Track to arrive at Fruit Bat Falls for lunch. Relax, swim, and enjoy this unique area with its enchanting waterfall. Then northwards across the Jardine River, to arrive at Cape York! We will be staying at the Bamaga Resort for the next 2 nights. (ensuite facilities.)

DAY 7 CAPE YORK - SOMERSET (BLD)

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 lunch on palm fringed Anchorage Beach which overlooks the Albany Passage. A walk on the beach completes your day before returning to base.

DAY 8 CAPE YORK - THURSDAY ISLAND - HORN ISLAND (BD)

An early morning departure as we cruise through island studded straits to explore our northern community, Thursday Island. Here you will be taken on a informative guided bus tour of the island and its picturesque Harbour, once home to the romantic pearl lugger fleet. This afternoon you board your ferry to Horn Island. Accommodation tonight at the Gateway Resort - ensuite facilities.

DAY 9 HORN ISLAND - CAIRNS (BL)

This morning you will be take on a tour of Horn Island, which includes entry to the Torres Strait Heritage Museum and a smorgasbord lunch. The afternoon is yours to enjoy, before you board your plane at Horn Island Airport for your scenic flight back to Cairns. ETA to be advised.

9 DAY CAPE YORK DRIVE/FLY ACCOMMODATED SAFARI

TWIN SHARE.....................$3,850
SINGLE PERSON an extra $600

$200 discount if travelling in Sep or Oct

TOUR INCLUDES:
Meals as indicated
Guided tours & activities
Air-conditioned 21 seat 4WD vehicle
7 nights ensuite accommodation
1 night shared bathroom accommodation
Horn Island to Cairns airfare


TOUR CODE H9DFA