Our accommodated option is a comfortable standard ensuite room with air-conditioning. Hotel rooms and service standards differ between locations and may not be quite as high in remote locations as you may be used to. In some regions we have access to high end and luxury lodges, which you may request for private tours and […]
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There are a couple of locations where laundry facilities are available on longer tours. WiFi is growing in coverage but limited or absent in some remote regions. Most townships have ‘Telstra’ sim card signal. Victoria River has a public phone which accepts Telstra phone cards. We recommend handwashing small amounts of clothing or washing a […]
READ MORECan we reserve seats in the vehicle?
Unless it’s a private tour, everybody has the same access to all seats. Seat rotation is most welcome and encouraged on group tours.
READ MOREHow many other people are on the group tours?
To deliver personalised tours, advertised group sizes remain small, usually 2-4, 5-10 passengers in a comfortable air-conditioned 4WD (7 seater), modern mini-van (12 seater). Our 18-seater 4WD bus has up to 14 guests. We join larger public groups when travelling on some boat cruises. Private tours can have 1-14 guests – If larger groups wish […]
READ MOREI’m travelling by myself. What are my options?
Single travellers can choose to join a group tour (single supplement and minimum guest payments apply) or book a private or custom tour. It really depends on your budget and what is available at your preferred time of travel. Please let us know if you are a single traveller willing to share a twin room […]
READ MOREI have medicines to keep cool, is that possible whilst on tour?
Yes, we have a car fridge to keep them cool. We travel in remote areas with limited medical facilities so please come prepared and make our team aware of anything essential we should know to keep you well. Our team is trained with Senior and remote first aid.
READ MOREHow environmentally friendly are the tours?
NT Bird Specialists respects the natural and cultural assets found in the environment we are lucky enough to operate in. We aim to minimise food packaging, rubbish and waste and have palm-oil free menus. We support local and indigenous-owned businesses. Our tours follow minimal impact principles, including ethical bird watching and photography guidelines. Our vehicles are modern […]
READ MOREI have special dietary requirements, what will I eat?
We can cater to vegetarian, vegan, coeliac or allergies if we are notified at least 7 days prior to tour departure *We will do or best to assist if notification is within 3 days of departure. Our meals consist of fresh and healthy foods, continental breakfasts, hot buffet breakfast and picnic lunches. **Please note, we […]
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READ MOREIs Travel Insurance necessary?
We highly recommend you take out a comprehensive travel insurance cover prior to departure of our tour, which covers you for the duration of our tour. Travel Insurance is not included in your tour price. NT Bird Specialists recommend that you purchase comprehensive travel insurance that includes (without limitation) coverage for: accidental death, medical expenses, […]
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