Experience the magic of the Northern Territory’s ‘Top End’ on this active 3 day tour from Darwin exploring the World Heritage Kakadu National Park as well as the township of Katherine and surrounds. Walk and swim in Australia’s most pristine National Parks, go crocodile spotting, witness Aboriginal culture as well as the mega termite mounds!
Your tour guide will show you all this and more while they concentrate on the priority – making sure you have a great time. The atmosphere is relaxed and casual, but highly professional. You’ll enjoy great Australian food cooked on the campfire and you’re welcomed (but not obliged) to lend a hand.
Day 1: Darwin / Kakadu (L, D)
After pick up from your hotel or accommodation, we head towards Kakadu National Park. Our first adventure is a crocodile spotting cruise. We visit the Bark Hut Inn and continue on into Kakadu. We cross the South Alligator River before heading to Ubirr Rock where we see classic examples of Aboriginal rock art and spectacular 360 degree views. At the end of the day we travel to our campsite in Kakadu. During the evening we enjoy a hearty dinner at our camp.
Overnight Accommodation: Kakadu Permanent Campsite
Day 2: Kakadu to Katherine (B, L, D)
After breakfast we will head out to explore one of the many magnificent natural attractions in the National Park, dependent on the season and weather conditions. You will have the opportunity to swim in cool clear water, walk through bush tracks and explore spectacular sandstone country. After lunch we travel south out of the park into the historic mining area of Pine Creek. On the way we stop in at Edith Falls for another refreshing swim. We finish the day by travelling to our campsite at the historic Springvale Homestead.
Overnight Accommodation: Springvale Homestead Permanent Campsite
Day 3: Katherine to Darwin (B, L)
After an early start we travel to the majestic Katherine Gorge for a choice of a two hour cruise or a canoeing adventure. The waters are clear, cool and safe for swimming. After lunch we travel back up the track towards Darwin. Arrive back in Darwin at around 7:00pm.
Duration
3 days / 2 nights
Location
Darwin, Australia