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Davidson's Arnhemland Safari Lodge

Mount Borradaile | West Arnhemland, Northern Territory, Australia
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Davidson's Arnhemland Safari Lodge
4.5 of 5 stars 9 Reviews
23 April 2012 -
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Darwin, Australia
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30 reviews 30 reviews
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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

My husband and i are regular visitors to Mt Borradaile, the eco lodge which Max Davidson and his staff share with their lucky guests in Arnhem Land. Max is the consumate host and all knowing guide, having been friends with the traditional owners for donkey's years. The lodge is managed by Ray, providore-extraordinaire! Claire, Roger and Greg are the senior... More

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Melbourne
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012

We can't help returning to this beautiful place - in fact we have been there fourteen times now. The end of the wet season is our ideal time - the countryside is green and lush and the water levels are high so many of our excursions are by boat. Apart from the stunning scenery (flood plain, open woodland to escarpment),... More

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Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012

Wow, what can I say, had such an amazing time at Davidson's. The fishing was amazing, between two of us we caught over 50 fish, which we released but the thrill was still the same. I caught my biggest so far which was 74cms!!! The guides are awesome and know where all the best spots are, ask claire to take... More

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Auckland
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 February 2012
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Rock art and wildlife experiences OUTSTANDING!!! (Rated as some of the best in the world, and we could understand why!) Guides were informative and passionate about this wonderful region, food good (lots of barra freshly caught from the billabong - yum....)and interactions with Max Davidson and some of his other guests endlessly entertaining. On day two, we were offered a... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 December 2011
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I've visted Max Davidson and the safari camp many times now. It's truly special. The wildlife is better than anything you see in Kakadu, with so few people and such abundant bird life. Max has a great team of people working for him, from enthusiastic young guides to the fabulous meals prepared by Ray. Who wouldn't be enthusiastic to work... More

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Australia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 July 2011
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It's a five hour drive from Darwin with three hours on a 4WD track. Getting there is an experience in itself. We opted to drive so required a special permit to enter Arnhem land which was organised by Ray (The Manager also the cook). There is the option to fly from Darwin (1 hour) Once you get here it's all... More

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Melbourne
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 October 2007
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I just don't know what to say about Max Davidson's - it was one of my most favourite places. It is basically a camp site in Arnhem Land - an Aboriginal reserve in Australia's top end. There are so many things to do while you are there - tour sandstone caves and see aboriginal art work, ride around the creeks... More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 July 2007
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This experience is difficult to put into words. In a remote corner of the Northern Territories, I visited Arnhemland at the very end of the dry season in 2006. Due to a twist of fate, I was the only visitor during my stay. Just the camp manager (Ray) and myself seeing the sites less than 4 km from the camp.... More

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Mannheim
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2008
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