Ultimate Aboriginal Art Safari

Australia’s Indigenous people belong to an ancient living culture. Their history spans over 50,000 years, and their stories give us a unique way to understand the birth of our land, its cragginess, spirituality and wonder.

Aboriginal knowledge is spiritual. It connects people with their land through art, dance, music, secret stories and ritual journeys into the mysteries known as the Dreamtime, when ancestral spirits came to Earth and created all things. In those wondrous outback landscapes you will see visual reminders of the Dreamtime spirits’ journeys everywhere.

Day 1: Arrive Darwin

Meet & Greet, transfer to Mantra Pandanas for one night upon arrival at Darwin Airport.

Accommodation for two nights: Mantra Pandanas

Day 2: Darwin – Kakadu (B/L/D)

This morning your driver will collect you from your accommodation, and then you will make your way to Kakadu National Park.

Accommodation for two nights: Bamurru Plains

Day 3: Bamurru Plains (B/L/D)

Activities include boating on Sampan River, wildlife drives, guided walks, air boating

Day 4: Bamurru - Arnhemland (B/L/D)

Arnhem Land has some of the best rock art examples in Western Arnhem Land and some say Australia. At the award-winning Injalak Arts and Crafts Center there is time to watch the traditional Aboriginal people painting and to see the women weaving pandanus baskets. From here, your guide will escort you further into Arnhmeland to Maningrida.

Accommodation for two nights: Arnhemland Nature Lodge

Day 5: Arnhemland (B/L/D)

Enjoy the day out with the local Aboriginal people with an emphasis on gathering bush tucker, or possibly the raw materials for weaving/ painting/carving. Lunch is on one of the lovely Arafura Sea beaches or by a shady river.

Day 6: Arnhemland – Darwin (B/L)

After morning touring in Maningrida, take a scenic flight from Maningrida to Darwin.

Day 7: Darwin (B/L)

Tour Darwin’s city sights and galleries with your private guide today.

Day 8: Darwin – Kununurra (B/L/D)

Depart Darwin by private aircraft today with your guide, and head for the vibrant Outback capital of the Kimberley region, Kununurra. There are 2 galleries in town where you have the opportunity to observe artists painting new work or simply relax.

Accommodation for one night: Kimberley Grande Hotel

Day 9: Kununurra – Halls Creek (B/L/D)

Continue by air today to Halls Creek, stopping en route to visit the Warmun Art Center.

Accommodation for one night: Halls Creek Hotel

Day 10: Halls Creek – Alice Springs (B/L/D)

Continue by air today to Alice Springs, stopping at Yuendumu and Balgo.

Accommodation for one night: Alice Springs Resort.

Day 11: Alice Springs – Gunya (B/L/D)

Tour the galleries and sights of Alice Springs today before flying to Gunya, where you will have the ultimate authentic indigenous experience: Itineraries are custom designed for every guest and exclusive experiences vary from aboriginal art, culture, landscapes, dreamtime, 'bush tucker' or just sitting down in the dirt with the locals to share cultures.

Accommodation for two nights: Gunya Titjikala Resort

Day 12: Gunya (B/L/D)

Gunya at leisure

Day 13: Gunya – Ayers Rock – Prairie Hotel (B/L/D)

Depart after breakfast for your flight to the Prairie Hotel including Ayers Rock scenic over-flight en route. Stop for lunch at the remote Outback township of Coober Pedy and take a private underground tour of this amazing community. Enjoy a half-day 4WD tour of the Flinders Ranges with afternoon tea in a remote gorge location, and dinner in the wool shed of Nilpena Station.

Accommodation for two nights: Prairie Hotel

Day 14: Prairie Hotel (B/L/D)

After breakfast, commence your half-day ‘in the saddle’ adventure. Ride on horseback (experience is not required to enjoy this ride) through the unforgettable scenery this Flinders Ranges. Alternatively, relax and enjoy a private massage treatment in your room.

Day 15: Prairie Hotel – Portee Station (B/L/D)

After a hearty Outback breakfast, depart by air for Portee Station, a prime wool Merino sheep station on the banks of the famous Murray River. After lunch, embark on a private tour of the famous wine region of the Barossa Valley.

Accommodation for two nights: Portee Station

Day 16: Portee Station (B/L/D)

See the spectacular Riverland from the serenity of a hot air balloon at sunrise, and enjoy a champagne breakfast after landing. The rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 17: Depart Portee Station (B/L)

Depart Portee Station after breakfast this morning and fly to either Sydney or Melbourne to connect with your onward flight.