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Kayaking the Top End
Cairns; North Queensland

 

This is a great Kayaking Adventure ... Ex Cairns, North Queensland.

 

3 day 2 night Special.

Day 1


Enjoy the morning paddling, crossing King Reef and out to the Southern Barnard Islands.
The afternoon is yours to swim, snorkel, relax or explore the island.

Overnight camp on the beach.


 
Day 2 Day 3
Paddle for two hours to the Northern Barnard group of islands. Spend the afternoon bushwalking, snorkelling or relaxing.

Overnight on one of the Barnard Islands.

Enjoy a three hour paddle to the mainland, passing nearby islands and mysterious caves.
Arrive at Cowley Beach where the coach will be waiting to return you to Cairns.
COSTS; Adult $535.00
Child 10 - 14 years inclusive $450.00

The Katherine Region: Northen Terriotory



The Katherine region is ideally situated between 3 areas of outstanding beauty and environmental significance, it offers the perfect base for exploring the Gulf region Kakadu and the Kimberley.


Well serviced by bus, plane, hire car and 4 wd operators it is an easy place to get to being only 319 km from Darwin. Access via Alice Springs is also easy with daily flights with local carrier Air north.


As part of your gecko canoeing experience you will see some of the best that the region has to offer, diverse riverine habitats, prolific flora and fauna, amazing wildlife and sounds all shown and interpreted to you personally by our experienced guides. Gecko Canoeing can arrange all of your itinerary or advise you on the best operators to assist in making your territory experience unique and memorable.


Environment:
All Gecko canoe trips are run in an ecology sensitive way and every effort is made to protect the surrounding eco-systems. While still expeiranceing an total hands on feel, you'll be submerced in the katherines beuaty while respecting its enviromental value.


Daly River Camp
Photographer: Mike Lyon

Gentle Water

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Weather
Tours are run only in the 'Dry season' daytime temperatures range from 25oC - 32oC, whilst the nights are cool and calm. with rain being rare, nights are slept peacfully under the stars, During the cooler months of June and July.
Wildlife
Flora & Fuana are in abundance in all regions. Keep you're eyes peeled as you're likely to see the following depending on which region your are in: Water Dragons, Geckos, Baramundy Fish, Small Crocodiles, Owls, Wallabies, Kangaroos and many more unique Australian creatures!


Daly River Camp - Nearing Dusk
Photographer: Mike Lyon

What's Included
Once you have joined your Gecko Canoeing trip everything is included:

all meals - good fresh food and plenty of it.
camping facilities whilst on the river.
transport - to and from accommodation and transit centres.
canoes, waterproof containers and safety equipment.
storage area for vehicles and personal items, (rucksacks etc.)
personal attention and instruction (2 guides per full group).
access to a relaxing and stress free environment
What You Need

On the river:

shorts and shirt
runners or wetsuit boots
water resistant sunscreen
hat and glasses.

Off the river:

dry change of clothes
warm jumper and trousers
toiletries
camera and torch.

Groups
A minimum of 1 and a maximum of 8 people per tour ensures an easily handled and safely administered group. 

Groups of up to 14 people catered for on request. Contact with guides and experiencing the natural river features are enhanced with a small group.

Minimum Age
15 years for unaccompanied and 8 years for children accompanied by a parent or guardian.


Tour Costs etc;
- Katherine River Full Day Cruise: 1 Day -

Departures:

Weekly 

Tour size:

Min 1, Max 8

Cost:

$125.00 all inclusive

Tour code:

KR1

- The OUT-THERE Paddling Challenge: 2 Days /1 night -

Departures:

7am Tuesdays & Fridays .

Tour size:

Min 1, Max 8

Cost:

$250.00 all inclusive

Tour code:

KR2

- Katherine River: 3 Day / 2 Night -

Departures:

TBA - 

Tour size:

Min 1, Max 8

Cost:

$555.00 all inclusive

Tour code:

KR

- Katherine and Daly Rivers: 6 Day / 5 Night -

Departures:

TBA - .

Tour size:

Min 1, Max 8

Cost: 6 days

$1080.00 all inclusive

Cost: 7 days

$1190.00 all inclusive

Tour code:

KD6/

- 5 Day Paddle & Pack Combo: 5 Day / 4 Night -

Departures:

TBA -

Tour size:

Min 1, Max 8

Cost: 6 days

$925.00 Per Person

Tour code:

TBA

- Arnhem Land, Culture & Canoes: 6 Day / 5 Night -

Departures:

TBA - .

Tour size:

Min 1, Max 8

Cost: 6 days

$1200.00 Per Person

Tour code:

TBA

- Waterhouse River: 3 Day / 2 Night -

Departures:

TBA - 

Tour size:

Min 1, Max 8

Cost:

$185.00 Per Person Per Day

Tour code:

TBA

- Wild Rivers - Wet Season Adventure: 1 Day -

Departures:

Upon Request 

Tour size:

Min 1, Max 8

Cost:

$150.00 Per Person

Tour code:

WR

- The River Riding: 1 Day -

Departures:

Upon Request

Tour size:

Min 1, Max 8

Cost:

$150.00 Per Person

Tour code:

RR1

 



...an adventure through unique picturesque river landscapes

 

Conditions apply; The above prices were correct at the time of printing



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