We certainly are facing challenging times ahead, probably the worst scenario I have seen in 25 years of tourism.
We are continually monitoring the evolving situation and trying to come to grips with the full effects the COVID-19 pandemic will pose for us going forward.
We have already had significant cancellations off many of our scheduled public tours and charters from International visitors and have as such suspended all tours until June 29th, 2020.
At this point we are trying to remain a little optimistic that a predicted peak will occur during April/May and we may still be able to return to some level of ‘normalcy’ later in the year! Rest assured, the wellbeing of our valued clients will always be our highest priority.
As a small owner operated business that strives to provide unique, fun & informative tours at a reasonable price, we quite often run on minimal margins. With the seasonality of the Top End tourism calendar, much of our peak season profits are absorbed by the leaner off-peak period. March & April are always a challenging time of year with permit renewals, insurance renewals etc on a reduced capitol base and now we are faced with the prospect of there being no peak season to replenish this.
Whilst there is significant uncertaintity and an unerving level of panic within the broader community, we urge you to remain calm, patient and understanding to allow us suitable time to impliment a sustainable strategy to move forward from here.
Please refer to our Covid-19 Update page for additional news and information on Tours.
I acknowledge that the costs of organising your holiday and now maybe needing to re-organise is undoubtedly stressful, It goes without saying that this is a tricky time for us all.
I trust and hope you and your families remain safe and healthy during this period and we can finally meet at some stage in the near future.
If you have any further queries, please make initial contact via email and I will respond as soon as possible.
Kind regards
Paul Fanning
Kakadu 4WD Safari’s