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Discover the birds that live it up in the savannah with guides renowned for their knowledge of the landscape. With lush green canopies and extensive woodlands the Northern Territory is top branch for birdwatching.
Rivers, Woodlands and Ecotones
3 days from $880*
Canoe, walk and drive along the Katherine River, accessing private land and pastoral leases not generally open to the public. The diversity of species along the Katherine River is attributed to the ‘ecotones’ or transitional areas where species diversification occurs. In 3 days we regularly view well over 100 of 220 bird species! A guarantee to see Great Billed Heron with possibilities of Rufous Owl, Red Goshawk (in season), Hooded Parrot and Gouldian Finch.
Include:
- 1n Camping riverside (equipment provided).
- 1n Accommodated
- Meals
- Qualified Savannah Guide
- Relaxed paced touring (no paddling experience required)
- Transfers from and to Katherine Accom. Option for Darwin p/up & rtn
- Luggage storage
Departs: Wednesday and Sunday, on request
Booking code: KB3
* Price is for twin-share/double. Subject to availability, subject to change.
Top End Birding Experience
7 days from $2,975*
Explore the vast birdlife on offer in Darwin, Mary River wetlands, Kakadu National Park, Pine Creek, Katherine, Mataranka and Timber Creek. Highlights will include Chestnut Rail, Rufous Owl, Rainbow Pitta, Rose-crowned Fruit Dove, Mangrove Golden Whistler, Great-billed Heron, White phase of the Grey Goshawk, Black Bittern, Gouldian Finch, Chestnut-quilled Rock Pigeon, Banded -fruit Dove, Red Goshawk, Hooded Parrot and the Purple-crowned fairy wren
Includes:
- Accommodation
- Meals (no alcohol)
- Yellow Waters Cruise
- Mary River Cruise
- Touring will be in a commuter bus
Departs: 1st, 8th & 15th September 2008
or call NT Bird Specialists on + 61 (7) 5483 1384 for more information.
* Price is per person. Group Size: Minimum 6 people. Maximum 9 people. Itinerary may change to suit local and seasonal conditions for birds, weather and number of participants. Clients need to provide their own bird book and binoculars.
