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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 the spectacular, cliff-lined Katherine River
from a cruise, canoe trip or walk Nitmiluk
National Park
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DO Edith Falls 3
• Take a relaxing dip in the natural Mataranka
Thermal Pool, just an hours drive from Katherine
• Sit in the secluded and tranquil swimming hole
at Edith Falls Katherine River GORGE RD
WHAT’S ON Tourism NT/Matt Cherubino
Barunga Festival Nitmiluk Gorge
7 to 10 June Katherine
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Katherine Show and Rodeo STUART HWY HOTELS PAGE
19 to 20 July VICTORIA HWY 1 Cicada Lodge 37
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Contour Hotel
3 Nitmiluk Cabins 37

StephanieC oombes Creative

OUTBACK SHOW TOP DIDJ: TALES & TRADITIONS NITNIT DREAMING 2 GORGE TOUR
Celebrate the Northern Territory’s unique pastoral history Meet Manuel Pamkal, a traditional owner and Discover the cultural significance that two of these
and culture through real horse starting and working dog indigenous Australian, who will share his cultural gorges have for the Traditional Owners – the Jawoyn
demonstrations, live music and storytelling. This is not insight. Experience the sounds of the didgeridoo, a people. You will be enlightened by the history and
your run-of-the-mill type of outback show or tour, but song accompanied with clapsticks, fire lighting and traditions of the Indigenous inhabitants as you take this
rather an exclusive ‘behind the scenes’ experience. spear throwing using a woomera. Sit back and listen to journey of discovery through magnificent Nitmiluk Gorge.
Manuel’s captivating stories of growing up in the bush
Includes: surrounded by tradition. Includes:
• Horse starting, working dog and horse liberty • Nitmiluk Gorge Tour • Visit to rock art site
demonstrations Includes: • Experienced guide • Informative commentary
• Option to pat and feed the station animals • Smoking ceremony on arrival
• Didgeridoo welcome • Storytelling with Manuel Operator: Nitmiluk Tours
Operator: Katherine Outback Experience Duration: 2 hours
Duration: Outback Show: 2 hours, Stockman’s • Learn to light a fire using two sticks and throw a spear Departs: Daily from the boat ramp via Nitmiluk
using a woomera
Experience: 1 hour 30 minutes Visitor Centre at 9am, 11am,
Departs: Outback Show: From Katherine Tue, Fri at • Walk through bush tucker/medicine garden 2pm, (Apr – Oct), 9am (Nov – Mar)
9:30am, Wed at 2:45pm, Sat at 1:30pm • Access to Top Didj Art Gallery There is approximately 800 metres of walking.
(1 May – 15 Oct 24) Operator: Nitmiluk Tours
Stockman’s Experience: From Katherine Duration: 2 hours
at 10am, Tue, Thu, Sat (Oct – Mar) Departs: Tue, Fri to Sun from Katherine at 10am Adult Child 6-15 yrs
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Adult Child 6-17 yrs and 2:30pm Cruise $129 ^ $86 ^
Outback Show $82 * $44 * Adult Child 3-15 yrs ^ A National Park Pass is required to enter Nitmiluk National Park.
Stockman’s Experience $97 * $60 * Cultural Experience $98 * $65 * Refer to page 13 for details.
* PRICES ARE A GUIDE ONLY, subject to change and availability and are in New Zealand Dollars. Prices are per person, unless otherwise specified and based on travel in low season. For full terms and conditions, refer to the Booking
36 Conditions on the inside back cover of this brochure.