2 Day Kakadu tour from Darwin

• 1 Night’s Stay (Kakadu)
• Includes: 1 x Breakfast, 2 x Lunches, 1 x Dinner
• Viewing of Aboriginal culture and rock art
• Entrance to 2-hour Yellow Water Billabong Cruise
• Guided observation of rock art
• Entrance fees for Kakadu Park pass
• Guided bush ambles (up to 1km, grade 3)
• Conducted by a certified Outback driver-guide
• Travel via air-conditioned mini-coach
• In-depth local tour commentary
• Chosen Darwin pickup/dropoff locations

• Any meals not specified within the itinerary. For those possessing specific dietary needs, we suggest bringing snacks, as choices can be extremely limited in the areas we explore
• Hotel transfers before/after the tour itinerary to a location different than those specified on our pickup/dropoff locations
• Acquiring personal travel insurance is strongly recommended
• Individual expenses

3L Reusable water bottle, broad-brimmed hat, sunglasses & sunscreen, swimming attire (lagoon-style pool accessible at Cooinda), beach towel & personal care items, comfortable robust hiking footwear (closed-toe shoes with tread), all-weather garments (extreme conditions inc wind, heat, cold, day/night), 7kg soft bag & petite day pack, rain jacket, tropical potency insect repellant, flashlight, headlight or torch, cash for snacks/refreshments, rechargeable power bank (possibility for limited access to power to charge phone or cameras), camera.

Our central meeting point for this tour will be The Leea Darwin Hotel – 64 Cavenagh St Darwin City (formerly known as Travelodge Resort Darwin) @ 8:00am. Guests are to be waiting outside the main gates on Cavenagh Street for collection.

• 7:55 – Mindil Beach Casino Resort – Casino Dr The Gardens Darwin
• 7:55 – Cullen Bay Resort – 26 Marina Boulevard Darwin
• 8:00 – The Leea Darwin Hotel – 64 Cavenagh St Darwin City
• 8:05 – Courtyard by Marriott Darwin – 81 Smith St Darwin City
• 8:10 – The Cavenagh Hotel – 12 Cavenagh St Darwin City
• 8:15 – Tourist Precinct Mini Bus Zone – 69 Mitchell St Darwin City
• 8:20 – H on Mitchell Hotel Apartment – 105 Mitchell St Darwin City
• 8:23 – DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Esplanade – 116 Esplanade Darwin City
• 8:25 – Mantra on the Esplanade Darwin – 88 Esplanade Darwin City
• 8:28 – Ramada Suites Zen Quarter – 6 Carey Street Darwin City
• 8:30 – Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront – 7 Kitchener Dr Darwin City
• 8:40 – Darwin Resort – 383 Stuart Hwy Winnellie (meeting point Bus Stop ID: 183 Stuart Hwy)
• 8:45 – Mercure Darwin Airport – 1 Sir Norman Brearly Drive Darwin

Our Contract

All bookings are made with Get Lost Travel Pty Ltd (ABN 94 143 929 962) (us/we). By booking a trip with us, you have agreed to be bound by the terms and conditions set out in these booking conditions. We will accept your booking on this basis. The services to be provided are in your booking confirmation and invoice. Accredited Bus Number: AC003612.

Validity

Dates and itineraries are valid until 31 March 2024; from 1 January 2022, dates and itineraries are indicative only.

Standard Conditions

Any references to ‘GLT’, ‘we’, ‘our’ and ‘us’ equate Get Lost Travel Pty Ltd, which applies to the following GLT brands and entities below: Autopia Darwin Tours, Wildlife Tours Australia, Walking Country, Wayoutback Australian Safaris, Australian Bus Charters & Tailormade Touring, Boutique Touring Company and Geelong & Bellarine Tours.

Please take the time to read and understand the conditions of booking set out below before booking a trip with us. We strongly recommend reading the information about your product or service before booking to ensure you understand the itinerary, style and physical demands of the tour you are undertaking. GLT will not be held responsible for passengers failing to familiarise themselves with the booking terms and conditions.

Although every effort is made, GLT shall not be liable for any illness, injury, damages, loss, delay or failure to join the tour that may occur due to factors beyond our control. We highly recommend all passengers have travel insurance with COVID-19 coverage should they cancel a trip at the last minute.

GLT reserves the right to modify routes or itineraries, vehicle types, fares, days of operation, or even cancel tours when unforeseen circumstances arise. This is especially true during seasonal weather fluctuations and park closures due to traditional landowner ceremonies. Other accredited tour operators may be used from time to time on some tours.

Fares are shown in Australian Currency and are correct when printing but are subject to change.

Traveller Information

For us to confirm your travel arrangements, you must provide all requested details at the time of booking. Your full name, contact details, email address, nationality, or Australian postcode and any pre-existing medical conditions you have that may affect your ability to complete your travel arrangements. For more information about how we treat your personal information, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

Booking Terms and Conditions

Customers Responsible for Their Vaccination and Testing

The customer shall comply with all Government (Federal, State and Territory) COVID entry restrictions and vaccination guidelines or testing requirements for entry into Australia and during travel for tour and transport services.

If the customer is not vaccinated and cannot show a negative RAT test before departure, the customer will forfeit any monies paid, and GLT holds the right to refuse boarding.

Where the customer cancels due to travel restrictions other than vaccination and testing requirements, the operator shall have the discretion to

1. offer a refund or credit voucher (to be used at a later time), or
2. to forfeit any monies paid by the customer.

For (a), the operator reserves the right to withhold such a reasonable sum to cover administrative expenses and other losses, dependent on when the customer gives notice of cancellation.

Customers Responsible for Health and safety on board Short Breaks / Extended Trips

In the unlikely event that a guest returns a positive test whilst on tour, some accommodation suppliers may require proof of a negative result before entering the property. Multi-day travellers are strongly advised to bring along some RAT tests as some remote regions have limited access to these tests.

Guests are responsible for all COVID-related relocation expenses should they need to leave the trip midway. There will be no financial reimbursement for any aspects of the tour that guests do not participate in if they choose to depart early.

It is recommended by the Department of Health that commercial passenger vehicle drivers and passengers wear fitted face masks whilst in transit to minimise the spread of the virus. This is no longer mandatory.

Cancellations & Refund Policy

Cancellation by the Traveller

Travel plans can sometimes change; if you cancel some or all portions of your booking, the cancellation terms below will apply. A cancellation will only take effect when we receive written confirmation that you have sent to your relevant booking agent notifying them of your cancellation.

If you wish to change or cancel a trip:

Day Trips

(a) Flexible Date Changes – unlimited supply of free date changes available up until seven days before departure or

(b) 2 to 7 days before departure:

• we will hold 100% of the deposit paid by you as a credit voucher, valid for redemption within 3-years from the date of purchase
• any credit voucher resulting from a cancellation may be applied towards any other tour operated by GLT within Australia or

(c) 8-days or more before departure,

• we will refund the balance paid by you in connection to your booking, less any unrecoverable costs or

(d) failure to board on tour or cancelled within two days/48 will result in full fare forfeiture of the ticket price and not eligible for a refund or

Short Break / Extended Trips

(a) Flexible Date Changes – unlimited supply of free date changes available up until 30 days before departure or

(b) 14 to 30 days before departure:

• we will hold 100% of the monies paid by you as a credit voucher, valid for redemption within 3-years from the date of purchase
• any credit voucher resulting from a cancellation may be applied towards any other tour operated by GLT within Australia or

(c) 31 days or more before departure,

• we will refund the balance paid by you in connection to your booking, less any unrecoverable costs or

(d) failure to board on tour or cancelled within 14 days will result in full fare forfeiture of the ticket price and not eligible for a refund or

Any credit travel voucher resulting from a cancellation under (Cancellation by the Traveller) has an expiry date of 3 years and may be applied towards any other available trip we offer. This credit is transferable; however, it is not redeemable for cash.

Note different cancellation conditions may apply if/when booked through third-party agents; your travel consultant will advise if differences apply. We strongly recommend you take out cancellation insurance when booking. If you leave a trip for any reason after it has commenced, we are not obliged to make any refunds for unused services. If you fail to join a journey, join it after departure, or leave it before its completion, no refund will be made or compensation for departure costs incurred. The above cancellation terms are less unrecoverable costs by accommodation providers, travel agents, third-party affiliates and supplier fees.

Cancellation by the Operator

Our trips are guaranteed to depart once one fully paid Traveller is onboard unless the minimum group size specific states otherwise (refer to Product Fathe ct Sheets) or if a Force Majeure results in trip cancellation.

We may cancel a trip at any time up to 7-day trip cancellation (Short-Break / Extended Tours) before seven days. Alternatively, also have the right to cancel a trip at any time before departure if, due to terrorism, natural disasters, extreme political instability or other external events occur that deem it not viable for us to operate the planned itinerary.

Standard Cancellation

If we cancel your trip, we can offer you a choice of:

(a) a 100% reimbursement of monies paid for your trip

(b) transfer amounts paid to an alternative departure date or tour operated by GLT or

(c) issued with a credit travel voucher for the amount paid for your trip, valid for 3-years

Force Majeure Canforllation

If a trip is cancelled due to a ‘Force Majeure Event’, we can offer you a choice of:

(a) a 100% credit voucher of monies paid for your trip; or

(b) a refund minus unrecoverable costs.

If the cancellation due to a ‘Force Majeure Event occurs after a trip has commenced, we can offer you a choice of oEvento-rata:

(a) 110% credit voucher for the days that remain on your trip or

(b) refund minus unrecoverable costs of the days that stay on our trip.

Any credit travel voucher resulting from a cancellation as mentioned in (Cancellation by the Traveller):

• 3-year expiry date and may be applied towards any other available trip offered by GLT;
• are not redeemable for cash;
• excludes flights or insurance as they will have their booking conditions

In circumstances where the cancellation is due to external due to events out of control, refunds will be less unrecoverable costs. We are not responsible for any incidental exes that you may have incurred due to your booking, including but not limited to visas, vaccine insurance e, access or non-refundable flights.

A “Force Majeure Event” includes but is not limited to acts of God; war; civil commotion; riot; blockade or embargo; fire; explosion; breakdown; union dispute; earthquake; epidemic, pandemic or another health emergency; flood; windstorm or another extreme weather event; lack or failure of courses of supply; passage of any law, order, proclamation, regulation, ordinance, demand, requisition or requirement or any other act of any government authority, beyond the reasonable control of the parties, whether or not foreseeable, which would make it dangerous or not viable for a trip to commence or continue.

Acceptance of Risk

Australia is home to many dangerous creatures, extreme weather conditions, and rain. Experiencing these dangers while camping, hiking, or passing time outside may increase your Risk. Safety is our top priority, and our guides are hinged to ensure passenger safety at all times. Get Lost Travel Pty Ltd cannot accept responsibility for any loss, injury or accident caused by passengers onboard our tours.

Travel Insurance

We recommend all guests have travel insurance, which should be taken out at the time of booking before tour departure. Your travel insurance must cover accidental death, 24/7 medical expenses and emergency repatriation with a recommended minimum coverage of US$200 000 for each body category.

We also strongly recommend it covers cancellation curtailment, body cover, personal liability, loss of luggage, and personal effects. If travel insurance is lost to your credit card or bank account, please ensure you have details of the participating insurer, the insurance policy number and the emergency contact number with you rather than the bank’s name and credit card details.

Alcohol Policy

Alcohol is not permitted on board our vehicles. We reserve the right to refuse re-entry if passengers are overly intoxicated and pose a threat to other passengers, our driver or our truck. We also reserve the right to advise before departure and during operation that alcohol is no longer before. The legal drinking age in Australia is 18 years old, and a photo ID is required.

Child Policy (Age Requirements)

Our child and infant policy and pricing vary depending on the trip due to the diversity in our dovariesange. An adult or guardian must accompany all travellers aged 18 years old must accompany all travellers under the age of 18 years old

Trips that include accommodation nights within the itinerary:

• Basic Twin Share Dorm – fares apply to Adults 18+ years and over
• Standard Double/Twin Room – fares apply to Adults and Children (8-17yo)
• Private Single Room – fares apply to Adults 18+and children

Not suitable for infants or children seven years and under.

Prices and surcharges

Our tour prices are subject to variable and seasonal pricing, standard practices within the travel industry. This r tour price may sometimes vary following demand, market conditions and availability. It is by passengers on the same trip have been chaDifferent passengers on the same trip have likely you see it is to book at that timing or discounts that may b, your best options come available after you have paid you will not apply. If you wish to cancel your booking to take advantage of a lower price, full cancellation conditions apply as set out below inlowerllation by the Traveller). The most up-to-date pricing is available on our websites. Please note that a sup-to-date be applied to a purchase made by credit card.

Luggage Policy

To maximise the comfort of your journey, no luggage storage facilities are provided on our (Day Trips): You should bring a small day pack, at most 5-7kg. (You should Tours): Maximum baggage allowance per person is 15-20kg, preferably a soft travelling pack.

Excessive amounts of luggage may incur a surcharge fee. Inappropriate luggage presented on the day of departure, such as surfboards, bikes and an excessive amount of baggage, may result in refusal to board unless viciously instead: mo, mobility scooters, wheelchairs, pushers, prams, walking frames and other walking aids cannot be stored safely on our vehicles, please advise before booking if there are any of these aids require; please-up & Dbefore.

GLT may offer complimentary inner-city pickup and dropoff services to selected accommodation providers. Please note that the customer must wait at your selected pickup location (accommodationist) 10 minutes before departure. Please wait out in front of your chosen location to ensure the tour guide can locate the desired failure to load. GLT cannot be held responsible for passengers who fail to load.

Special Requirements

Please notify the Get Lost Travel group with any dietary requirements, food allergies and medical conditions at the time of booking or seven days before touandrture. Limited food options are available on extended tours; planning is required to ensure we can accommodate but not guarantee Confirmations and enquiries.

All reservations must be confirmed within 48 hours of departure via email to info@autopiatours.com.au.

At Autopia Tours, we actively promote the protection of flora and fauna on our Darwin Top-End Tours. Our duty is to ensure minimal disturbance toTop-Endorld HerWe muster duty is to call it home. Cultural sensitivity and respect for the traditional owners should always be shown.

Part of our responsibility is educating giveaways about the importance of ensuring the safety of wildlife and the environmental sustainability of the destinations we visit.

Learn more about EcoTourism: https://www.ecotourism.org.au/

Traditional Owners

Autopia Tours would like to begin by paying our respects to the traditional owners of this country, with specific acknowledgement to the Wurundjeri people. Please be conscious and respectful of the sensitivities of indigenous culture and the spiritual connection they have with the land at all times.

Wildlife Encounters

The natural behaviours of wildlife are to be respected and not interfered with. When viewing wildlife, people should avoid rapid or sudden movements, which could frighten them, keep noise to a minimum, and refrain from touching petting. They should all wildlife, including birds. Contact with people can introduce diseases to nature and cause them to become aggressive.

Wildlife should only be nurtured if certified wildlife handlers. Feeding wildlife can alter their natural foraging behaviour and can lead to disease or illness through contact with people and the. It canction of foods that are harmful to their digestive system. Feeding wildlife can also cause them to become aggressive toward people.

Wildlife that appears distressed, injured, or in danger should be reported immediately to appropriate authorities, such as your Guide/Tour Leader, a National Park Ranger or Visitor Centre Staff.

Protecting our National Parks

People should remain on designated walking tracks, behind safety barriers/fences and follow the guide/tour leader’s directions. Venturing off these can alter fragile e and harm wildlife providing shelters and native vegetation. There are other dangers to be aware of, too, such as cliff edges, unstable rock formations, overhanging trees, and slippery ground cover. Remaining on track ensures safe visitation for guests and the environment.

No floratrackuna should be removed from their natural setting. This includes dead wood, fallen leaves, and flowers, as they form part of the region’s ecosystem, and their removal could cause a disturbance.

Waregion’s ecosystems are fitted with waste bins. No organic waste should be disposed of onto the ground. Although organic, items such as banana peels, apple cores, bread and other food scraps are not natural/native to the region and can introduce pest species, diseases or harm to wildlife if found and eaten. We recommend all passengers bring a water bottle to our Grampians Tour. Purchasing bottled water contributes lots of plastic into the landfill. Therefore, we ask guests to donate their bottles, as there is access to water refill stations available on bottles. Please stay hydrated throughout the tour to reduce the risk of sun and dehydration.

First Aid

All our guides carry a current Level 2 First Aid certificate. Please report any accident or illness to your tour guide. We recommend anyone with an existing medical condition to take their medication on tour and notify their tour guide at the beginning of the time! We ask you to refrain from smoking whilst in the company of other passengers and limit it to designated smoking areas. Smoking is prohibited in our vehicles or any accommodation, including permanent campsites. We make frequent ‘comfort stops’ for all, our free time for guests, but cannot guarantee smoke breaks. Please ensure guests’ free time but cannot guaranteeibly and appropriately.

What is a suitable age for this tour?

The child policy for this tour is eight years old and over; due to the nature of this tour, it’s unsuitable for infants or children years and under. An adult must accompany children at all times.

Do you cater to An adult who must accompany children? Notify us if you have any dietary requirements or medical conditions at the time of booking or at least a few days before departure; that way, we can make any necessary arrangements.

Whbeforebefore departure, so, tour?

Most of the meals are prepared by our tour guides with basic camping-style food options, and on occasion, they will be provided by our accommodation providers onsite. Guests are asked to participate in preparing meals, clean-up, and vehicle unpacking/loading as they prepare to get to know and connect with their fellow travellers.

How fit do I need to be for this tour?

A minimum level of fitness is required to complete the walks. The length of walks will be between 1km to 2km daily, often over steep rocky sections and in direct sunlight and humidity. Embarking on walks will be at the guide’s discretion to ensure the safety of guests.

Where do we stay on tour?

Lodge Fares (codes KR2-S, KR2-P):

Glamping Fares (code KR2-B):

What is the minimum number of passengers required to operate?

A minimum of eight people is required to operate Otokadu Tours. We will transfer all monies paid on a future departure date if your departure is cancelled due to insufficient passenger numbers.

How much luggage can I bring on tour?

We ask that guests travelling on short breaks/extended tours bring small, soft overnight baggage breaks. We have limited storage onboard our vehicles. Large suitcases and oversized luggage can be left at your hotel on time.

Are National Park fees included in the tour? Cashiers include Parks Australia fees within the tour price; this covers our guests for 2-day access to Kakadu National Parks. P: these are unavailable for a two-day chase by guests not travelling onboard our tours.

Iunavailabletravel in Australia’s outbactravellingtance of Risk)

Australia is home to many dangerous creatures, extreme weather conditions, and vahasin. Experiencing these dangers while camping, hiking, or passing time outside may increase your Risk. Safety is our priority, and our guides are hinged to ensure passed top. Get Lost Travel Pty Ltd cannot accept responsibility for any loss, injury, or accident caused by passengers onboard Autopia Tours. In the Top End, children must be at least six years old for day trips and eight years old for overnight tours. Children under 18 must always be accompanied by an adult or legal guardian. Despite all care being taken, the responsibility for children on tour lies entirely with their parents or caregivers. Passengers, including children, must always wear shoes, sunscreen, and hats.

Do I require travel insuralways ance for the Top End?

It is hinged that all passengers have personal travel insurance, given we’re exploring remote parts of the Northern Territory with limited access to health professionals in the event of sickness or injury. Autopia Tours needs to be authorised to provide information on the type of plan or policy options available. This can be provided by an accredited local travel agent or from your preferred insurance company.

What is the temperature like in the Northern Territory?

The weather in the Northern Territory can fluctuate and be extreme. It is not unheard of for temperatures to reach over 40+ degrees Celsius in the dry season, and the temperature drops dramatically in the evening. Please ensure you have checked the average temperatures for the time of year you are travelling and have packed adequate clothing. In the event of rain or inclement weather, your experience will continue unless the provider contacts you.

What is your Vaccination Policy?

According to current Government regulations, it is no longer a requirement to be double vaccinated, although we highly recommend it.

Our COVID Statement

We have implemented comprehensive hygiene measures and increased regular sanitation for your safety. Temperature checks of all staff will be conducted pre-departure, with disposable face masks and hand sanitiser provided. For more information, click here.