The remote Cobourg Peninsula is located at the tip of the Northern Territory and forms part of the spectacular Arnhem Land wilderness area.  Arnhem Land is known for its strong Aboriginal culture, towering escarpments, wild coastline, savannah woodlands, wetlands and wildlife.  The surrounding crystal blue waters of the Cobourg Peninsula come alive with marine life including turtles, colorful reef fish, dugongs, and dolphins. Join Conservation Volunteers for the five days to assist the local coast care community with marine debris surveys and erosion control, at various beach locations on the Cobourg Peninsula.

 

For people who enjoy remote Australian wilderness, Cobourg Peninsula is a unique and breathtaking area providing the opportunity to interact with the local Aboriginal community, while making a difference to this special land.  

Travel to Cobourg Peninsula

This is a remote area project provides a rewarding experience, however participants need to be aware that facilities are limited and basic.  The travel distance from Darwin to the Cobourg Peninsula is a full day (8 hour drive). You will travel in 4WD comfort in our purpose built all terrain vehicle, with forward facing seats and air conditioning.  The journey takes you through the iconic and breathtaking Arnhem Land for a memorable adventure.

 

Program Information Detailed Itinerary

 

Minimum age for participation on this program is 12 years of age.  Participants under 16 years old are required to be accompanied by an adult.

 

What’s included: Return travel from Darwin Experienced program leader All meals Camping accommodation (tents provided BYO sleeping bag) Scheduled activities Opportunity to help make a difference to this remarkable region

What’s not included: Travel to Darwin departure point Meals and activities not included in the program itinerary Travel insurance and items of a personal nature Alcoholic beverages

Dates	Bookings
2011 dates coming soon

Departs:

Darwin city 8am from CVA office, Shops 7 & 8, 41 Cavenagh Street

Approximate return time on Friday will be 5.30pm.

Fitness Levels

This program is graded easy to medium and we recommend participants have a moderate fitness level to participate.  Conservation activities involve walking along stretches of beaches in warm to hot climatic conditions.  During the walks and activities we recommend you carry your daypack and a water bottle. If you have any issues regarding your fitness for particular walks please bring this to the attention of our reservation team or your guide. 

Please note that this project is located 3 hours drive from the nearest medical service.

Accommodation

Camping accommodation is provided at Wilgi Outstation in West Arnhem Land.  Wilgi Outstation is an Aboriginal owned and operated ecotourism venture.  Single tents and swags are provided. Please bring your own sleeping bag.  Shared bathroom facilities are available with cold showers and compost toilets.  Guests have access to an outdoor spa with views.

Contribution to conservation

Over 100,000 birds, whales, seals and turtles worldwide are killed by plastic rubbish every year. The visual pollution caused by marine debris, and the harm that some debris has on marine life is a significant issue for Australia.  Marine life, in particular turtles, is prone to mistaking plastic bags for jellyfish, ingesting them and dying of intestinal.  Working with the local coastcare group we will assist with marine debri surveys which involves walking along nominated beaches in the Cobourg Peninsula to collect and record data on marine debri. The data is sent to WWF Australia and used to determine the source of pollution and guide strategies to aid pollution reduction.   During the week you will also participate in erosion control strategies, to help stabilize coastal dune systems by using geothermal matting techniques.

 

Group size is limited to 10 people

Weather Conditions

This program takes place in the Territory’s dry season. Rainfall is minimal with mild to warm conditions and humidity levels ranging between 60 % - 70%. Temperatures typically range from a low of 19 to a top of 31 degrees celcius.

Booking terms and conditions

To secure your booking a $200 deposit is required. Full program payment is required 30 days prior to the program date. Cancellation policy is effective upon a booking confirmation and subject to following fees:

• Cancellation more than 30 days before start date, 15% of the program cost will be forfeited
• Cancellation 30 and 14 days before start date, 30% of the program cost will be forfeited
• Cancellation less than 14 days before start date, 100% of the program cost will be forfeited
• There is no refund after starting the program
• Tour departures are subject to a minimum number of participants.
• We reserve the right to cancel departure dates should booking numbers fall below required minimum numbers.  A full refund will be provided in the event of a cancellation due to minimum program numbers not being reached.

Full Booking Terms and Conditions

 

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