Bamurru Plains Wilderness Safari: 4-Day Post Cruise Extended Exploration (Double)
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Port
Darwin, Australia
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Activity Level
Moderate Activity
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$6000
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 3 Nights/ 4 Days
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Day 1: Darwin to Bamurru Plains
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
After disembarking in Darwin, meet your local guide and begin your exploration of the Northern Territory with a visit to the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory (MAGNT). Located on Larrakia Country at Bullocky Point, the museum showcases the region's rich Aboriginal cultures, natural history, art, and heritage.
Enjoy a hosted lunch with a standard beverage overlooking the coastline before transferring to Darwin Airport for your scenic light aircraft flight to Bamurru Plains. During the approximately 30-minute journey, take in spectacular aerial views of Darwin's coastline, mangrove systems, and the expansive wetlands of the Mary River region.
Set on a vast wilderness area bordering Kakadu National Park, Bamurru Plains offers an extraordinary safari experience within over 300 square kilometres of floodplains, savanna woodlands, and pristine wetlands. This remote and exclusive lodge is located on a working buffalo station and provides unparalleled access to one of Australia's most wildlife-rich environments.
Upon arrival, settle into your air-conditioned safari bungalow before embarking on an afternoon wilderness activity. Depending on seasonal conditions and wildlife movements, activities may include airboat safaris, open-top safari drives, or crocodile spotting cruises.
As the day draws to a close, enjoy canapés and sundowners overlooking the floodplains before a hosted three-course dinner featuring locally sourced ingredients and seasonal produce.
Overnight: Bamurru Plains Lodge (or similar).
Day 2: Bamurru Plains
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Wake to the sights and sounds of the wilderness and enjoy breakfast at the lodge before heading out on another guided safari experience.
Activities vary according to local conditions and may include:
- Airboat safaris through wetlands teeming with birdlife such as Magpie Geese, Plumed Whistling-Duck, Egrets, Ibis, and a host of other birds.
- Open-top safari drives in search of buffalo, wild horses, wallabies, and crocodiles
- Scenic river cruises along Sampan Creek and the Mary River system
- Exceptional opportunities for birdwatching and wildlife photography
With more than 236 recorded bird species and one of Australia's most important wetland ecosystems, every outing provides a unique perspective on the region's extraordinary biodiversity.
Return to the lodge for lunch and time to relax before another afternoon activity. As evening falls, gather for canapés and sunset drinks before enjoying a hosted three-course dinner.
Overnight: Bamurru Plains Lodge (or similar).
Day 3: Bamurru Plains to Darwin
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast, enjoy a final morning safari experience before returning to the lodge for a late checkout and lunch.
This final opportunity in the wilderness allows guests to take full advantage of the ever-changing wildlife encounters that make Bamurru Plains so special.
Following lunch, transfer to the airstrip for your return light aircraft flight to Darwin. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for an evening at leisure.
Overnight: Mindil Beach Casino Hotel (or similar). Guests should expect a Deluxe King Room.
