Showing an incredible commitment to the preservation of the environment, the resort structures will rest above ground on concrete plinths, and all building materials will be wheeled in by hand. This same pathway will become a raised boardwalk, meandering through untamed bushland to the reception area. Overlooking an infinity pool, the reception and lounge area is where each guest will be greeted with a traditional ‘Welcome to Country’.

NOTE: Cicada Lodge is expected to open approximately 2012.

“Yummi lerr-nyarrang Nitmiluk” - Jawoyn for ‘Sharing our Country’

Accommodation at Cicada Lodge
Cicada Lodge delivers the highest standards of non-intrusive, world-class service in modern, MKEA Architects-designed, fully air-conditioned and fanned private rooms and suites; each elegantly furnished in a contemporary, sophisticated style fusing international and Australian design elements. Enhancing the guest experience will be the attention to detail within the resort.

Cicada Loge has a total of 10 rooms comprising of six luxury rooms and four suites. Our rooms are configured as either a Double (1 x king bed) or Twin Share (1 x zip king). The Lodge’s design emphasises and facilitates natural airflow, while blending well with its surrounds and the panoramic windows help create the visual effect of inviting the outside in.

The Lodge will even celebrate the park’s monsoonal climate – seasonal tropical rains ensure Cicada Lodge has access to an unlimited supply of fresh water and the giant 250mm “raindrop” showerheads in every bathroom (each complete with a luxury spa) have been specifically designed to pay tribute to the giant tropical monsoon raindrops.

Furnishings cleverly harness the Jawoyn People’s colours of rich ochres and earthy browns, the orange hues of sunrise and sunset and the muted greens of the Australian bush. Every room will host original Indigenous paintings and soaps produced using native ingredients will be available from the handcrafted native woven basket ware displayed in the bathroom. All guests will enjoy world-best Egyptian cotton bed and bathroom linen, crystal glassware and Bvlgari guest amenities.

Suites boast private plunge pools and the rooms will feature baths that jut out from the structure so that it feels as if bathing is being done outside. Due to the clever positioning of the suites and use of native bushland as screens, utmost privacy is still assured.

Cicada Lodge Accommodation Facilities

• Well appointed rooms and suites • Air-conditioning and heating • Spa baths and bathrobes • Separate shower and twin basins • Mini-bar and tea/coffee-making facilities • In-room safe • Telephone - local/IDD calls • Internet access • Television and DVD player • Hairdryer and two luggage racks • Daily cleaning • Evening turn-down service • Generous decks/balcony • Separate lounge, work station, television and balcony jacuzzi (Suites only) • All rooms and suites are non-smoking

Cicada Lodge Features
• Located within a National Park on absolute river frontage
• Spectacular views of 17 mile creek, valley or rugged escarpment
• Priority Tour Services – all inclusive activities (with exception of helicopter tours)
• Exclusive hotel-guests touring options and access to remote Jawoyn art sites; Canoeing and nature walks and luxury catered day trips to beautiful remote reaches of Jawoyn land – both inside and outside the boundaries of Nitmiluk National Park
• Swimming pool
• Guest library – including DVD library
• 24-hour reception service
• Room service
• Dry cleaning service
• Shop/boutique
• Phone message and fax/photocopy service
• Wellness centre
• Disabled access

Cicada Lodge Staff
The majority of staff will be Jawoyn people, and to reinforce business values in the young as they grow, children will be permitted to accompany their parents in their duties. This has the added benefit of cultural exchange between the traditional land owners and guests to their country. It will also help make a stay at Cicada Lodge an immersive experience that will make guests connect with what it is hoped will become their second home.

Cicada Lodge Inclusions
Cicada Lodge does not have a minimum night stay however 3-5 days will enable Guests’ to fully appreciate the unique cultural, environmental and spiritual experience the Lodge offers.

Rates are all-inclusive of luxury accommodation, food and beverages and all touring (with the exception of helicopters).

Superior and tailored individual guest packages will be available for guests. Special dietary needs and individual guest food and beverage preferences will be part of the customised Cicada Lodge service. A self service bar will be available and reservation staff will inquire at the time of booking to ensure we stock guests’ drink of choice.

Guests will take pleasure in the unique flavor of dishes inspired by native foods, or sample Australian specialties using bush herbs and sauces Indigenous to Australia.

Complimentary airport transfers will be available from Katherine Airport (Tindal). Not included, however provided on request, are private air and road transfers.

Included Activity Options at Cicada Lodge
The Nitmiluk National Park is gouged with a series of deeply etched gorges; a total of thirteen woven through by the Katherine River. Upon the plains, fat water buffalo roam and brumbies (wild horses) live an unfettered existence. The only trails to be seen from above are those that have been made by such creatures as they plough through the long, golden grass.

Local rock art tells stories of intriguing events as diverse as the sighting of Dutch mariners, and the presence of Tasmanian Tigers. So prevalent are the paintings that it’s fair to say that almost every freshwater swimming hole is located adjacent to yet another ancient masterpiece. There’s a deeply spiritual feel that’s unmistakable as one sits at the base of towering red sandstone cliffs. At night, a tapestry of stars cloaks skies devoid of light pollution; the only sounds breaking the silence are those of crickets serenading, and water gurgling across rock.

An extensive range of activities are available for guests beginning at Cicada Lodge. Nitmiluk Tours is a wholly owned Indigenous company and the Jawoyn people (traditional landowners) invite experience seekers to encounter this ancient landscape and one of Australia’s most impressive outback regions. Whether its culture, wildlife, adventure, beauty, romance, relaxation or just pure indulgence-an exclusive touring package can be tailored to suit each individual.

Indulge and Relax – breakfast and sunset dinner cruises, exclusive candle-light dining under the stars, DVD and book library for those wanting just quiet leisure time.

Explore – Footpath of the Jawoyn Safari, Bush Tucker Walk, self-guided bushwalks, self-guided canoeing with picnic lunch, Katherine Town Tour, Edith Falls (Leliyn Tour)

Experience – Indigenous Art gallery tour, exclusive artsite interpretation- cultural presentation, sunset Lookout Toast, Waterfall Swim (seasonal), birdwatching, fishing.

Additional Activity Options at Cicada Lodge (extra cost)
Remote Jawoyn Rock Art heli-tour, visit private swimming holes (all year), Manyallaluk Cultural Tour, 1 Day Katherine River Snapshot Tour, waterfall viewing, Cattle Station Spectacular, Kakadu/Arnhem Adventure, Kimberley Safari, spa and wellness services, discover some of the best and most preserved indigenous art sites in the world.

Cicada Lodge Location
Katherine River, Nitmuluk National Park
Over 300kms south of Darwin and 32kms from the town of Katherine.

How to get to Cicada Lodge
Flights – Daily scheduled flights to Darwin operate from every mainland Australian capital city. Darwin, being the closest Australian capital city to Asia, has regular international air services from Singapore. Private fixed wing air transfers are available from Darwin on request.

Self-drive – Excellent sealed highways provide ease of access into the Katherine region. The Stuart Highway runs direct from Darwin to the Katherine region. At certain times during the year, the “big wet” weather will occasionally block all road access to Cicada Lodge and in this instance we will send a complimentary helicopter out to collect our Lodge guests who are unable to drive in.

Train – travel in style aboard ‘The Ghan Platinum Service’ in your own luxuriously appointed private cabin disembarking in Katherine where you will be privately transferred to Cicada Lodge. Services run twice a week Northbound from Adelaide and Southbound from Darwin.