12 Day Cape York Drive/Fly Camping Safari
Additional Information
HIGHLIGHTS:
• Cape Tribulation
• Cooktown
• Lakefield National Park
• Iron Range National Park
• Chili Beach
• Weipa
• Twin Falls
• Thursday Island
• Cape York - Most Northern Tip of Australia
INSURANCE
Heritage Tours and/or its agents are not responsible or liable for loss or damage or theft of luggage or personal belongings whatsoever or for personal injury, accidents, hospitalisation, illness or medical expenses. Most claims arise from personal or close-family illness before holiday departure, resulting in cancellation charges. We strongly recommend all intending passengers consult their travel or insurance agent and take out adequate travel insurance to cover any event and give full travel protection.
Some departures will operate in the reverse direction, please contact us for more details
- Included in price:
- All fares include meals as per itinerary code: (B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch and (D) Dinner. (S) Showers, (L) Laundry, (T) Toilets, (Bc) Bushcamp. All camping, accommodation costs and entrance fees as per itinerary. Tents and 2 inch high density foam mattresses on camping safaris.
- Able to be purchased/hired:
- Camping Equipment for hire: Sleeping bag: $ 15.00 for the duration of the safari, Sheet: $ 5.00 for the duration of the safari, Pillow: $ 5.00 for the duration of the safari, Camp Bed: $ 60.00 for the duration of the safari. Optional Tours available: Thursday Island bus tour, $ 31.00 per person Weipa Mine Tour, $ 33.00 per person. WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED (unless otherwise stated in the itinerary) Accommodation, meals, fares en route from home cities. Meals, unless specifically mentioned on day to day itinerary, any personal items such as drinks, newspapers, telephone, laundry, souvenirs, personal and holiday insurance. Fuel levy may apply.
- What to bring:
- Casual gear is a must. You will need 3 to 4 changes of clothing. T-shirts, jeans, shorts, bathers, bath and hand towel, a pair of rubber soled shoes or joggers, a warm jumper or jacket, hat, torch, sleeping bag, pillow, insect repellent and toiletries. A track suit is most useful, too.
- Fitness level required:
- Low
- Child policies:
- Children 14 years of age and under, on all overland camping safaris 10% off adult fare. Children 11 years of age and under, on overland camping safaris 15% off adult fare. Tours are not suitable for children under 6 years of age.
- Departure points:
- Cairns, Queensland
- Departure time:
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6:00 AM
- Pickup/departure instructions:
- Pick up from Cairns CBD hotel accommodation. At least 10 days prior to your tour departure, please confirm your accommodation with head office by phoning us using the details provided on your booking confirmation. Our head office will contact the reception of your accommodation ONE day prior to the tour departure and leave a message with confirmation of your pick up time, when applicable. Guests staying outside of Cairns CBD are required to make their own transfer arrangements at their own expense. We will advise you of a suitable pick up location.
- Duration:
- 12 Days 11 nights
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Tour Details
- Operator
- Heritage 4WD Safari Tours
- Destinations
- Weipa, Cooktown, Cape York, Bloomfield, Daintree, Lakefield National Park and Black Mountain
- Departs From
- Cairns
Tour Description
Legend; B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner, T = Toilets, S = Showers, L = Laundry, Bc = Bush Camp
DAY 1 CAIRNS – COOKTOWN (LD)
After an early morning pick up from your accommodation your adventure begins. Travelling north via the scenic Captain Cook Highway, past Port Douglas to the World Heritage listed Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation, where the rainforest meets the reef. Then travelling along the jungle shrouded Bloomfield Track stopping off at the unique Lion’s Den Hotel and the mysterious Black Mountain. Camp in Cooktown. (STL)
DAY 2 COOKTOWN - LAKEFIELD (BLD)
This morning we explore the old gold port of Cooktown. Visit the Cooktown Museum (optional extra), Captain Cooks Landing, and Grassy Hill Lookout. Heading west into the outback, we stop at the Old Laura Homestead before making our way over the Battle Camp Range to our overnight camp in Lakefield National Park (road conditions permitted). (ST)
DAY 3 LAKEFIELD NATIONAL PARK – ARCHER RIVER (BLD)
Lakefield National Park, an amalgamation of 3 huge cattle stations now a haven for the many birds and animals of this area. Lagoons, billabongs and wide river lakes are home to both fresh and saltwater crocodiles. Stopping off at the historic Musgrave Telegraph Station and the frontier gold town of Coen. We camp tonight at the picturesque Archer River. (STL)
DAY 4 ARCHER RIVER – IRON RANGE NATIONAL PARK (BLD)
This morning we visit the old Wenlock Gold Fields, an abandoned mining town, showing relics of Cape York’s history. After morning tea we make our way to the East Coast and the Iron Range National Park (The largest remaining area of lowland rainforest in Australia) to find the Eclectus Parrot, the rare Palm Cockatoo cuscus, and green python. Overnight camp in Iron Range National Park. (Bc+T) (weather and road conditions permitting)
DAY 5 IRON RANGE – CHILI BEACH (BLD)
Today we will explore at our leisure, Iron Range National Park, Chili Beach, and Portland Roads community, which once serviced the Gold Fields and WW II airfield. (Bc+T)
(weather and road conditions permitted)
DAY 6 IRON RANGE - WEIPA (BLD)
After an early morning start we make our way back to the main road. We cross the picturesque Pascoe River, before making our way to the bauxite-mining town of Weipa. Our modern, well-equipped campsite is located close to the beach, enjoying splendid sunsets over the sea. (STL)
DAY 7 WEIPA - BRAMWELL STATION (BD)
This morning you may wish to take an informative tour of the Weipa mining operation (own expense) or just relax by the pool. After lunch we head for our overnight camp at a true blue Aussie cattle station, Bramwell Station. (ST)
DAY 8 BRAMWELL STATION - TWIN FALLS (BLD)
This morning we travel north stopping off at Fruitbat Falls, before arriving at “Twin Falls”, our camp for the night. Relax, swim and enjoy this unique area with its enchanting water falls and rock pools. (Bc+T)
DAY 9 TWIN FALLS - CAPE YORK –SEISIA (BLD)
After exploring this spectacular region it is time for lunch, one last swim then northwards across the Jardine River ferry, through Bamaga and finally on to Seisia, Cape York, our permanent pre-erected base camp for the next 3 nights overlooking the Torres Straits. (STL)
DAY 10 THURSDAY ISLAND (BD)
An early morning departure as we cruise through island studded straits to explore our northern community, Thursday Island. Here you have the option to take a informative guided bus tour of the island (own expense) and its picturesque Harbour, once home to the romantic pearl lugger fleet. Ample time to explore the sites on the island, the Cultural Museum and souvenir shops, before you board your ferry to return to Seisia late afternoon.
DAY 11 CAPE YORK - SOMERSET (BLD)
An unforgettable day! Stand at the very top of mainland Australia, we then visit Somerset (road conditions permitted), once the home of the legendary Jardine family and government outpost established in 1864. We have lunch on the palm fringed Anchorage Beach, which overlooks the Albany Passage. A walk on the beach will complete your day before returning to base. (STL)
DAY 12 CAPE YORK - CAIRNS (B)
After a leisurely morning and maybe a spot of fishing we depart the “Top End”. With many unforgettable memories you’ll board your plane at Bamaga for your scenic flight along the East Coast and the Great Barrier Reef arriving at Cairns. ETA to be advised.
The operator reserves the right to alter itinerary and location of camp site if necessitated.
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