Kakadu Tours

We leave Darwin and go one hour away to WakWak, a wetlands region. It showcases the beautiful scenery of the top end. We have the opportunity to see various bird species and predators like crocodiles. Our journey continues into Kakadu National Park, where we will stay at a local accommodation and soak in the natural sights and sounds. We visit the Bowali Visitor Centre to appreciate the park’s landscape and wildlife. Then, we head to the East Alligator region for a cultural tour. We join the Guluyambi Cultural Cruise on the East Alligator River, which borders Kakadu National Park and Arnhem Land. We learn about the creation stories of the area and admire the stunning birdlife, hoping to spot crocodiles. We visit Ubirr Rock, which houses a remarkable Aboriginal art collection in the same location. We climb up high to witness a breathtaking sunset. Finally, we returned to our accommodation for dinner.

• Meals: Lunch, Dinner
• The Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel accommodation includes twin, double, and single rooms with ensuite bathrooms.
• Driving Distance: 420km
• The hike distance is a 1km loop, with a grading of Grade 2-3.

Today, we will visit cultural centres and sites that showcase the stories of clan groups in Kakadu and Arnhem Land. We will take a guided walk through the Burrungkuy art site, which includes Kunwarddewardde Lookout, Anbangbang Billabong, and Nawurlandja. We can also visit the Naguluwurr art site if the group is interested. These locations offer amazing views of escarpments, stone country, woodlands, floodplains, and wetlands. Take your time to appreciate the creation stories and artworks in the galleries and listen to stories about local groups, traditions, and the surrounding plants and wildlife. After a beautiful sunset, we will return to our accommodation for dinner and rest.
The itinerary includes the following:

•  – Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
•  – Accommodation: Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel, with options for twin, double, and single rooms with ensuite bathrooms 
• – Driving Distance: 150km
•  – Hike Distance and Grading: 1km grade 2.

After a relaxed morning, we journey southwest towards Katherine and Nitmiluk. The road offers beautiful views of the Northern Australian bush. Watch out for wildlife like the red-tailed black cockatoo and agile wallabies. As we pass through Pine Creek, we can take a break and enjoy refreshments, including homemade ice cream. Pine Creek has a rich history tied with the Overland Telegraph and the gold rush era. We can also visit the Pine Creek Museum, Australia’s oldest prefabricated corrugated iron building. Once we arrive in Katherine, we’ll explore Nitmiluk National Park and Katherine Gorge. The NitNit Dreaming Two Gorge Cruise offers a relaxing and informative experience. Stunning rock walls surround you, and you have the chance to spot wildlife. After the cruise, we returned and relaxed in our cozy accommodation in Katherine before our last day of exploration.

• Meals available include breakfast, lunch, and dinner. 
• Accommodation options in Katherine are either the Knotts Crossing Resort or Contour Hotel, with choices of twin, double, or single rooms with ensuite bathrooms. 
• The driving distance is 310km. 
• There is no hiking distance or grading.

This morning, we explored the Katherine area by visiting the Hot Springs for a dip and float. We then went to the Top Didj Gallery, where we admired art by locals and explored the bush tucker and bush medicine gardens. Afterwards, we continued our journey south to Edith Falls, a beautiful destination, to relax and enjoy a picnic lunch. The falls offered a picturesque setting with a large plunge pool beneath a cascading waterfall, providing a refreshing opportunity to escape the heat.

Upon your return to Darwin in the evening, after a refreshing swim, we will ensure you are back in time to explore the famous Mindil Markets or relax at your accommodation. You can reflect on your adventures and the friends you have made.

• The meals provided include breakfast and lunch.
• The driving distance is 350km.
• The hike distance is 1km, and the grading is Grade 1.