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Northern Territory selfdrive tourist guide
Kakdau National Park, Litchfield National Park, Katherine Gorge, Tropical Darwin City

3 Day 4WD Selfdrive Route Itineraries from Darwin

• Access: Some 4WD - 4X4 - Four Wheel Drive (Seasonal access only)
• Start: From Darwin
• Return: To Darwin in Northern Territory Australia
• Highlights: Darwin Wharf Precinct (from the movie 'Australia'), Litchfield National Park, Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory, jumping crocodile cruise on the Adelaide River, Territory Wildlife Park, Berry Springs.

Day 1: Darwin - Kakadu
Travel towards Kakadu National Park, turning off after the Bark Hut to head towards the South Alligator River. Join the Red Lily Billabong track, this takes you past unspoilt billabongs teaming with bird life. Rejoin the Arnhem Hyw, prior to the Kakadu Holiday Village to arrive at Urbirr for sunset :Accommodation: Gagudju Cooinda Lodge.

Day 2: Kakadu - Kakadu
Today explore the southern half of Kakadu, it's many waterfalls including Gunlom and Maguk ( Barramundi Gorge ), returning to Cooinda for a sunset cruise on Yellow Waters.

Day 3: Kakadu - Darwin
Restfull morning prior to wandering through the many gallaries at Nourlangie Arts sites, after lunch stroll through the cultural centre before returning to Darwin.

Notes:
• Fatigue causes many crashes in Australia.
• When driving long distances, stop and rest every 1-2 hours.
• Try to have someone sit beside you to keep you company driving as our NT roads can be long and straight.
• Alcohol and driving don’t mix.
• For experienced drivers the blood alcohol level is 0.05.
• Provisional drivers and young drivers may not have any alcohol before driving.
• Seat belts and child restraints must be worn by all vehicle occupants.
• Always carry a copy of your driver’s license in English.

• Take plenty of water on all Outback trips;
• check distances and driving conditions;
• and ensure you have adequate petrol at all times.
• Remember, rule ‘Number 1’ in the Outback: if your car breaks down you MUST stay with your vehicle for safety reasons.
• Don’t drive after dark.
• Parks & Wildlife Commission Northern Territory provides information on camping, National Parks, and permits.
• Ensure you are informed re the safety of swimming in the ‘Top End’ – many areas are not safe to swim due to crocodiles.
• Call +61 (0) 8 8999 4401 for information.

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