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KATHERINE

       Where the outback meets the tropics and
       adventure meets relaxation, the Katherine
       region is full of gorges and waterfalls,
       thermal springs and ancient cultures –
       the perfect stopover point during your
       Territory adventure.
       Gateway to stunning Nitmiluk National
       Park, the Katherine region covers about
       480,000 square kilometres. Nitmiluk
       (Katherine) Gorge encompasses 13
       ancient sandstone gorges and is the area’s
       major attraction. See how the Katherine
       River has sliced through the towering
       sandstone cliffs to form the famous gorge
       as you cruise on the tranquil waters.

       SEE                                  Nitmiluk Gorge                                            Tourism NT/Jason Charles Hill
       •  See thousands of butterflies at Butterfly Gorge
                                                                      Nitmiluk
                                                                     National Park
       DO                                                             1
       •  Take a relaxing dip in the natural Mataranka                  3
        Thermal Pool
       •  Sit in the secluded and tranquil swimming hole
        at Edith Falls
       WHAT’S ON                                          Katherine River  GORGE RD                               Tourism NT/Matt Cherubino
       Barunga Festival
       9 to 12 June
                                                                                 Nitmiluk Gorge
       Katherine Show and Rodeo                 Katherine  2
                                                   VICTORIA   HWY                 1   Cicada Lodge  ◆◆◆◆◆      37
       21 to 22 July                                             STUART HWY           HOTELS                   PAGE
                                                                                  2
                                                                                  3   Contour Hotel  ◆◆◆¯      37
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                                                                                     Nitmiluk Cabins  ◆◆◆



















       OUTBACK SHOW                         NITNIT DREAMING 2 GORGE TOUR        NABILIL DREAMING SUNSET
       Celebrate the Northern Territory’s unique pastoral history   Discover the cultural significance that two of these   DINNER TOUR
       and culture through real horse starting and working dog   gorges have for the Traditional Owners – the Jawoyn   Sit back and relax as the tranquil surroundings of
       demonstrations, live music and storytelling. This is not   people. You will be enlightened by the history and   Nitmiluk National Park transport you into the spiritual
       your run-of-the-mill type of outback show or tour, but   traditions of the Indigenous inhabitants as you take this   world of Jawoyn culture and history. Discover the
       rather an exclusive ‘behind the scenes’ experience like   journey of discovery through magnificent Nitmiluk Gorge.  stories and ways of the Traditional Owners of the land,
       no other.                                                                the Jawoyn people, against the magnificent backdrop
                                            Includes:
       Includes:                            • Nitmiluk Gorge Tour               of Nitmiluk Gorge. See the walls of the Gorge change
                                                                                colour with the setting sun.
       • Horse starting, working dog and horse liberty   • Visit to rock art site
        demonstrations                      • Experienced guide                 Includes:
       • Option to pat and feed the station animals  • Informative commentary   • 3-course candlelit dinner • Glass of sparkling wine
       Operator:   Katherine Outback Experience  Operator:  Nitmiluk Tours      • Nitnit Dreaming 2 Gorge Tour
       Duration:   2 hours                  Duration:  2 hours                  Operator:  Nitmiluk Tours
       Departs:   From Katherine at 9:30am Mon, Wed, Fri   Departs:   Daily from the boat ramp via Nitmiluk   Duration:   3 hours 30 minutes
             and 4:30pm Sat                       Visitor Centre at 9am, 11am,   Departs:   From the boat ramp via Nitmiluk Visitor
                                                  2pm, (Apr – Oct), 9am (Nov – Mar)    Centre at 4:30pm, Daily (Jun – Sep),
                                            There is approximately 800 metres of walking.  Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun (May, Oct)
                                                                                Not suitable for children under 6 yrs.
                          Adult  Child 6-17 yrs                Adult  Child 6-15 yrs                Adult  Child 6-15 yrs
       1 Apr – 15 Oct 23  $75 *    $43 *    1 Apr 23 – 31 Mar 24  $113 *  $57 *  1 Jun – 31 Oct 23  $211 *  $151 *

         *  Prices are a guide only, subject to change and availability and are in New Zealand Dollars. From prices for accommodation are per room per night for 2 people, unless otherwise specified and based on the lowest room category for
   36    travel in low season. Prices for tours and transfers are per person, unless otherwise specified. For full terms and conditions including pricing and conditions, refer to the Booking Conditions at the back of this brochure.
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