Kakadu Adventure

Discover the diversity of flora and fauna from the rainforest and bilabongs of Kakadu.

There are more than 20,000 sq km of stunningly beautiful and wild landscape, ranging from coastal floodplain's, through wetlands and tropical woodlands to high rocky escarpments and plateaus. Waters in Kakadu range from coastal estuaries and creeks through big tidal rivers to Barra-rich freshwater bilabongs What you fish for is entirely up to you. Moving on to a little piece of pristine paradise, The abundance of fish including 250 recorded species among which many are sought after sport fish. These include Spanish Mackerel, Barracuda, Queenfish, Trevally, Barramundi, Mangrove Jack, Golden Snapper, Jewfish, Red Emperor, Coral Trout and Cod.

Experience the World Heritage Kakadu National Park, abundant with impressive scenery, from towering red escarpment country, vast wetlands and extensive woodlands, including scattered pockets of rainforest.

Explore the park or just lay back and relax in the tranquility of a remote wilderness environment that is unmatched in its beauty and diversity. There is no set itinerary as you decide your own activities, or spend the entire time fishing! making this combination tour of the Australian Northern Territory an absolutely ideal destination for that fishing "Holiday of a Lifetime".

Angling Direct Holidays has combined this great destination, great fishing with great accommodation. As you will see from the itinerary your holiday starts and finishes in the capital of the Northern Territory Darwin. We have personally hand picked two Darwin Hotels for you to chose from, the Mirambeena, and the Saville. Each are top class hotels that offer a range of services and facilities to suit all budgets. (See Accommodation Tab)

After your day of relaxing and exploring the sites of Darwin you will be collected for a transfer to your scenic charter flight to Mt Borradaile. Situated in the Northwest corner of Arnhem Land a vast sub-tropical savannah that has been described as a national treasure trove depicting ancient human occupation, and a pristine wilderness area hosting a myriad of ecosystems and wildlife inhabitants.

What our customers have to say: "Kakadu suited everyone thanks for just a great time ." Mr & Mrs Williams "Thank you thank you is all we can say." Mark Holmes "Enjoyed the lot, the fishing and the wildlife. " Pat Albright

Kakadu Nat Park Crocodile Hotel

F/B

Kakadu National Park is the unforgettable Australian experience. An opportunity to go beyond simple tourism to witness one of the world’s great nature reserves and one of the few World Heritage Areas listed for both cultural and natural heritage. The name Kakadu is derived from the Gagudju speaking people, a language used in the northern area of the park until the turn of the 20th century. Gagudju Dreaming is today partly owned by the Gagudju Association of traditional owners. For Indigenous Australians, the Stories of the Dreaming - their history and culture - are thousands of years old. Now you can share in a little of the wonder and mystery of this ancient land.The adventure of a lifetime is delivered with the style of accommodation. The relaxed atmosphere of Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn.

The “Top End” experience variances in seasonal conditions due to the landscape, variations of latitude and its unique topography. Your Local Fishing Guide will have examined the tidal movements to choose the best fishing spots you will visit over the next two days. There are more than 20,000 sq km of stunningly beautiful and wild landscape ranging from coastal floodplain's, through wetlands and tropical woodlands to high rocky escarpments and plateaus. Waters in Kakadu range from coastal estuaries and creeks through big tidal rivers to barra-rich freshwater bilabongs.

Your Guide is fully conversant with the flora and fauna and ecological and cultural aspects of this National Park. Experience rock art and awesome views over the Nardam floodplain at Ubirr, your Guide is flexible and you can fish as much or little as you like or enjoy a nature walk through layered sandstone outliers along the Bardedjilidji walk, or enjoy the cultural significance of Nourlangie Rock, an ancient Aboriginal shelter.

Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn is a unique hotel situated in the heart of the Kakadu National Park and provides an ideal base for exploring Kakadu's Nourlangie and Ubirr Aboriginal rock art galleries, Yellow Water billabong, the towering 400-metre sandstone escarpment, or Arnhem Land along with Kakadu's most famous attractions, including Jim Jim and Twin Falls. The Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn is unique in Kakadu as the hotel was designed in the shape of a crocodile, clearly visible from both land and air, and was created by Darwin architect. The hotel is 250 metres from head to tail and 30 metres across the belly, the crocodile's jaws encompass the hotel entrance, which leads to the hotel's expansive marble foyer designed to represent a cool, green billabong. The crocodile's body section houses 110 hotel guest rooms that overlook a central courtyard with a recreation area of natural bilabongs. and the hotel's shaded swimming pool is designed to represent the crocodile's heart. Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn at Kakadu offers hotel guests a range of dining alternatives to meet individual tastes. This is the only hotel of its standard in Kakadu National Park. Most rooms are located overlooking the central courtyard that boasts a billabong and shaded swimming pool. Facilities include: Remote-controlled television, Two in-house video channels, Radio, STD / IDD phones, Air conditioning, Mini bar, Tea and coffee making facilities, Iron and ironing board, Hairdryer, Room voltage: 220V.

If that's not enough,. you will be transferred to Jabiru Airport to say goodbye to your Hosts and embark on your flight to the famous Cobourg, where peace and tranquility meet the sea.

Darwin Hotels Your first and last day is spent in Darwin in the hotel of your choice from below.

Mirambeena

B/B

The word Mirambeena means 'Welcome' and that's how you will feel when you stay at this inner city resort in Darwin, the Tropical Capital of Australia's Northern Territory. The hotel has, 225 rooms (all air conditioned), 24 hour reception, restaurant, pool side cafe and two bars. While you stay at the Mirambeena why not enjoy the 2 Swimming pools, blue and green, set in lush tropical gardens, 2 spas, pool bar, licensed restaurant, video games room, mini golf and fitness room. Services available are 3 guest laundries, off street undercover car parking, 24 reception and room service. With these facilities and its great location this is an ideal hotel for your Darwin base.

Completely refurbished March 98 and comfortably appointed with options for up to four sharing - either one double and one single or four single beds. Air conditioning, colour TV, in house videos, tea/coffee making facilities, iron and ironing board, STD/IDD phones, clock radio, hairdryers and safes.

Tropical Dining - Treetops Restaurant is fully licensed and overlooks the pools. You can dine in air conditioned comfort or on the fan cooled balcony seven days a week. Enjoy a relaxing drink or quick snack at the Resort's pool side Raintree Cafe.

Saville

B/B

Situated on The Esplanade, the award-winning Saville Park Suites overlook Darwin Harbour to the Arafura Sea. This 4 star hotel offers 140 one, two and three bedroom apartments, 64 hotel rooms and has a restaurant & bar, outdoor swimming pool and spa. Apartments have large private balconies, perfect for experiencing a famous Northern Territory sunset. The hotels facilities include 24-hour reception, foreign exchange desk, concierge, safety deposit boxes, express check-out, restaurant and bar, room service (5.30am to 10.00pm), security carpark, same day laundry service (except Sunday), baby-sitting service (fee), business facilities, secretarial services, outdoor pool and spa, car rental, bicycles for hire, daily housekeeping, tour shop, beauty salon.

The superb accommodation at the Saville includes the following,lounge and dining area, private balcony, fully equipped kitchen with cooktop, oven, full size refrigerator and dishwasher, laundry with washing machine, dryer, iron and ironing board, Individually controlled air-conditioning, colour television and pay movies, mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities, AM/FM radio alarm clock, hairdryer and exclusive toiletries, Ocean views from some apartments.

The Saville is a great place to start your Australian dream. From here you are close to all of Darwin's amenities. CBD and shopping 5mins, Darwin Harbour 5mins, Entertainment Centre 5mins and the famous Government House is only 5 minute walk.

Suggested Itinerary

This is a suggest itinerary which can be changed if you so wished to suit your requirements personally

12 - Days / 6 - Days Guided Fishing

Day 1	Depart HEATHROW AIRPORT (LHR) with QANTAS AIRWAYS PM
Day 2	Arrive SINGAPORE (SIN) PM Depart SINGAPORE (SIN) with QANTAS AIRWAYS PM
Day 3	Arrive DARWIN (DRW) AM After you have picked up your luggage and cleared customs walk out of the terminal building where you will be met by our guide who will escort you to the Darwin Hotel of your choice. Darwin, Australia’s northern most capital city represents a delightful mix of cultures and a progressive spirit inherited from the colourful pioneers who have played such an important part in Darwin’s development. Tropical Darwin enjoys two seasons – the ‘wet’ when the landscape turns green and spectacular thunderstorms light the sky, and the balmy ‘dry’ when the sheltered waters of one of Australia’s prettiest harbour's sparkle in the sunlight. The city offers many attractions, recreational opportunities and entertainment – excellent ethnic restaurants, outdoor markets and bustling nightspots. This day is free for you to explore or simply relax and unwind in preparation for your Kakadu & Cobourg Adventure Overnight: Accommodation Darwin Hotel of your choice B/B
Day 4	In the morning you will be collected from your hotel for a private journey to Kakadu National Park, touring en route, join your local fishing guide to fish the East and/or South Alligator Rivers. There is also an option to discover Aboriginal Rock Art and nature walks along the way. Overnight: Gagudju Crocodile Hotel B/B
Day's 5 to 9	Barramundi fishing on one of the main Kakadu Rivers, dependant on tidal movement and seasonal conditions. Or experience an Aboriginal shelter, learn about the local culture. Overnight: Gagudju Crocodile Hotel B/B
Day 10	In the morning start your private transfer back to Darwin . Overnight: Accommodation Darwin Hotel of your choice B/B
Day 11	Spend your day at your leisure before your private transfer to Darwin airport and return flight to London. Depart DARWIN (DRW) with QANTAS AIRWAYS PM Arrive SINGAPORE (SIN) PM Depart SINGAPORE (SIN) with QANTAS AIRWAYS PM
Day 12	Arrive HEATHROW AIRPORT (LHR) AM

Departure Dates & Prices

12 - Days / 6 - Days Guided Fishing

Dates	Mirambeena	Saville
Feb - June Sept - Oct	From £2,999 pp	From £3,150 pp

Whats Included & Excluded

Options Business Class Flight Upgrades Additional Fishing Days Darwin Hotel Room Upgrades Extended stay in Darwin and escorted tours of the surrounding areas.

What's Included International return flights Internal Flights Airport private transfers 3 nights choice of accommodation, day use for departure day 6 nights stay Gagudju Crocodile Hotel B/B Fishing permits Park Entry Fees

What's Excluded Holiday insurance Personal items Fishing Tackle Alcoholic Beverages Local Tips (Non Compulsory)

Note: The above prices are per person and are based on two people sharing, accommodation, transfers and fishing. Please be advised these prices may fluctuate due to changes in flights and exchange rates.

Enquiries & Bookings

Once you have an idea of what destinations and duration of the holiday you would like, contact one of our consultants on 01603 407596 who will be pleased to assist you with any questions and additional literature you may require to help you finalise your holidays itinerary, availability and prices.

When you are ready to book your holiday, our consultants will take down all particulars and take a deposit payment, please make sure that before making any booking that you have read our terms and conditions. At the time of the booking we will ask you to correctly spell the first and last name of each traveling member, as some flights will need to be ticketed at the time of booking and due to airline regulations no name changes can be made, once a ticket has been issued. On receipt of the deposit we will send the lead booker a “Booking Form” and a deposit receipt invoice which becomes the legal contract between Angling Direct Holidays and your party

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Trolling / Boat Fishing

1. 12lb to 20lb stand up rods for Spanish Mackerel, coupled with strong multipliers capable of holding 20lb mono minimum 300 yards.
2. 6lb to 12lb stand up boat rod and reel for bottom fishing for Snapper but coupled with 25Lb mono to handle those powerful Jew fish.
3. 50Lb class rods and reels coupled with 50lb Mono if you fancy having a go for those sharks, which up in the Northern Territory are totally untouched.

Fly fishing

1. 8 weight saltwater fly rod and reel with 8 to 9 weight shooting line. For shore fishing and light boat fishing
2. 12 weight salt water fly rod and reel with 12 weight shooting line. For Giant Trevally and Spanish Mackerel fishing
3. Selection of tarpon / sailfish style flies, (poppers)
4. Selection of fly tippets, If you wish to fish for a line class records check the current line classes available.

Shore Fishing

1. 6 to 9 ft light spinning rod, coupled with fixed spool reel of 20lb mono. Reel needs to hold a minimum of 250 yards for those large Trevally.
2. 6ft Bait caster rod and reel, 20lb braided line for Barra and estuarine fishing.
3. Selection of sinking lures, floater divers from 2 to 6 inches.
4. Small spinners, spoons and plastic jigs / jelly worms.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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