Two Night Arnhem Land Adventure
Enjoy a two night all inclusive experience at Davidson’s Arnhemland Safaris, Mt Borradaile, an exclusively leased and registered Aboriginal sacred site. The site covers 700 square kilometres of pristine wilderness nestled against the Arnhem Land escarpment in the Northern Territory.
Enjoy four star cabins and fine dining in the comfort of the eco resort and choose from a wide range of daily nature and cultural experiences. Explore the rugged ranges fringed by idyllic billabongs, flood plains, paperbark swamps and monsoonal rainforest. The valleys, overhangs and caves have been occupied for over 50,000 years and offer magnificent galleries of rock art as well as occupation and burial sites. This is a world class, immersive experience.
Davidson's Arnhemland Safari's operates May to October each year.
Location
Davidson’s Arnhemland Safaris, West Arnhem Land
What to expect
Enjoy four star cabins and fine dining in the comfort of the eco resort and choose from a wide range of daily nature and cultural experiences.
At Davidsons, there are no itineraries or busy time schedules to adhere to. Everything happens spontaneously, exactly as they are meant to. With all experiences included in the package, guests can choose between a wide range of experience options.
Experience Options:
Billabong Cruise
Cruise along the billabong to see the sun set over the floodplain and Mt Borradaile light up with magnificent colours as the sun seeks the horizon and you enjoy a glass of wine and nibbles.
Wetlands Exploration
Spend a late afternoon on the billabong observing the wildlife including the many crocodiles that inhabit the watercourses, both estuarine and freshwater species.
Bird Watching
The wetlands are dotted with thousands of birds of varying species.
Mt Borradaile
Journey into the sandstone escarpments formed thousands of millions of years ago.
Rock Art
Discover galleries of Aboriginal rock art that show stories from more recent times of Aboriginal contact with other cultures. Learn about the variety of techniques used in the rock paintings as the styles changed over the thousands of years of occupation and storytelling.
Artefacts
Wander through various occupation and burial sites and view a range of artefacts from when these sites were still in use.
Catacombs
Walk through the incredible catacombs that display signs of recent occupation and ancient mortuary rites.
Rock Formations
See ceremonial stones and be enchanted by the power of the history of years gone by.
Rainforests
Explore the rainforest areas and discover a completely different ecosystem with a distinct array of plants and animals.
Bush Tucker and Medicine
Walk through savannah woodland, the local supermarket and find plenty of local bush tucker and medicines.
Fishing
Try your hand at barramundi fishing in the pristine Cooper Creek, the wet season waterfall is fantastic.
4WD
Take a 4WD excursion into the savannah landscapes, woodlands and rainforests.
Rare and Unique Species
Discover some of the rare and unique species found in this region like the fabulous Leichhardt's Grasshopper.
Or you can just lay back and relax in this peaceful environment!
You will have the freedom to discuss your preferred activities with your guide who will advise you of your options and then accompany you to ensure you have a rewarding and memorable experience.
What is included
Davidson's Arnhemland Safari's operates May to October each year.
The Lodge:
Situated in a natural bush setting, the lodge is a tastefully furnished communal area encompassing a dining, lounge, bar, library and a large outdoor deck area for alfresco dining, all overlooking the sandstone paved pool.
Accommodation:
Each cabin has its own unique natural setting and patio to relax under on cool evenings taking in the surrounding vista. Designed for exceptional comfort in the tropics, fresh air flows through screened walls and guests can choose between cabins with ensuites, deluxe and family sized cabins. While the lodge can accommodate up to 40+ guests, they try to keep guest numbers down when possible.
Rates:
Prices are per person on a twin share/double basis per 24 hour period and include:
- Accommodation
- All meals*
- All tours and experiences
- Barramundi fishing
- Permits to enter Arnhemland.
*Cost excludes alcoholic beverages. Please note alcohol is not permitted to be brought into Arnhem Land. The roads are policed and severe penalties can apply. We have a licensed bar where you can purchase beer, wine and spirits as required.
2023-2024: Valid until 31 March 2024
Cabins with ensuites (twin or queen beds) $850 pppn
Deluxe cabins with ensuites (queen beds) $950 pppn
For a single supplement add $375 per person per 24 hours.
For children under 12 years deduct $100 per child per 24 hour period.
A two night minimum stay applies.
2024-2025: Valid from 1 April 2024 - 31 March 2025
Cabins with ensuites (twin or queen beds) $950 pppn
Deluxe cabins with ensuites (queen beds) $1,050 pppn
For a single supplement add $375 per person per 24 hours.
For children under 12 years deduct $100 per child per 24 hour period.
A two night minimum stay applies.
Cost: Two Night Arnhem Land Adventure Holiday package
$3,400.00 per couple (rate valid until 31 March 2024)
Dining:
Enjoy fine dining and fine wines in a relaxed atmosphere and a fully licensed bar*.
*Please note: Alcohol is not permitted to be brought into Arnhem Land. The roads are policed and severe penalties can apply. We have a licensed bar where you can purchase beer, wine and spirits as required.
Experiences:
With all experiences included in the package, guests can choose between a Billabong Cruise, Wetland Exploration, Journey to the Mt Borradaile to view the ancient sandstone escarpments and discover ancient rock art that show stories from more recent times of Aboriginal contact with other cultures. Guests can learn about the techniques used to create rock art, and wander through occupation and burial sites, including incredible catacombs to view a range of artefacts and evidence of recent occupation and ancient mortuary rites. Rainforest areas showcase a different ecosystem again. Try your hand at barramundi fishing, spot crocs and go birdwatching. There is so much to do!
Getting there:
2024-2025: Valid from 1 April 2024 - 31 March 2025
Ex Darwin $725 per person each way (minimum 2 persons)
Ex Jabiru $300 per person each way (minimum 2 persons)
*Concessions available for group bookings of 4 or more guests
Self Drive (you must organise your own vehicle)
There is a $50 per person track access levy applicable to all self drive guests.
A Mud Map will be emailed to you with directions to the lodge. Ensure you have a good 4WD vehicle with reasonable clearance as the trip crosses the East Alligator River, where you be advised of tide times to allow for a safe crossing. The remainder of the track is dirt and includes sandy areas, small creek crossings and a few boulders. The drive is not difficult but all guests should be well equipped.
Meeting point
Davidson’s Arnhemland Safaris - Via Self Drive or charter flight
What to bring
Camera
Weather appropriate clothing
Toiletries
Walking shoes
Swimmers
Sunglasses
Towel
Sunscreen
Hat
Insect Repellent
YOUR EXPERIENCE PROVIDER
Davidson’s Arnhemland Safaris
The heart of Arnhem Land, Mt Borradaile is a registered Aboriginal sacred site in a remote 700 square kilometre, exclusively leased area nestled against the Arnhem Land escarpment. This is a landscape of rugged ranges fringed by idyllic billabongs, flood plains, paperbark swamps and monsoonal rainforests, an amazingly beautiful wilderness.
Mt Borradaile is owned and managed by its traditional custodians the Amurdak people whose habitation of the area dates back for 50,000 years. Visitors of all ages have the opportunity to access this very special, protected and highly restricted region via the honorary custodian status conferred on Max Davidson and his staff by the traditional landowners. Today the story of their ancestry is evident in the many tools, ceremonial grounds and rock art paintings - still being uncovered today.
In 1986, Davidson’s Arnhemland Safaris began leasing a private swathe of jaw-droppingly beautiful Aboriginal land east of Darwin, a 700 square kilometre profusion of rugged ranges, idyllic billabongs and monsoonal rainforests. Based at Mount Borradaile, this now iconic eco lodge and its accompanying suite of activities is sanctioned by the area’s Traditional Owners, whose link to Arnhem Land dates back 50,000 years. Their vision for the land includes visits to this magical site by small groups under the stewardship of the Davidson’s team. One of the most special aspects of this partnership is access to a myriad of sacred rock art displays, which regularly wow guests with their spiritual potency. A 50 minute flight from Darwin, the lodge, decorated in a litany of eco-tourism awards, serves fine-dining fare in a relaxed communal space fringed by a serene pool. Simultaneously, tailored tours capitalise on the immense splendour and tranquillity of this pocket of Arnhem Land, especially its water-filled features such as the billabong beneath Mount Borradaile and nearby wetlands alive with crocodiles and long-legged water birds.
Two Night Arnhem Land Adventure
