Kakadu, Arnhem Land, Katherine & Litchfield Adventure

This five-day adventure spends ample time at Kakadu National Park, Nitmiluk National Park and Litchfield National Park and includes exclusive access to Arnhem Land. Spend time with the Traditional Owners of Wulna Country, take a croc-filled cruise along the East Alligator River, check out the spectacular Jim Jim Falls and swim in the breathtaking locations on this unforgettable adventure through Australia’s far north.

Itinerary

Day 1: Darwin - Arnhem Land

Stop At: Pudakul Aboriginal Cultural Tours, 2056 Arnhem Hwy, Lambells Lagoon NT 0822, Australia
There’s no time to waste, so get cracking at 6.30 am and hit the road to Wulna Country, where your Limilngan-Wulna hosts – the land’s Traditional Owners – will greet you with a Cul Cul or ‘Welcome to Country’. Learn about their culture during bush tucker talks and didgeridoo and basket weaving demonstrations.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Mary River National Park, Mary River National Park, Top End, Northern Territory
We continue East along the Arnhem Highway to the Corroboree Billabong on the Mary River for a cruise to learn about the Top End’s wetlands and sight the variety of birdlife and the saltwater crocodiles.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Cahills Crossing, Arnhem Highway / Oenpelli Road Kakadu National Park, Kakadu National Park, Northern Territory 0822 Australia
After lunch we continue to the border of Kakadu and Arnhem Land, Cahill’s Crossing, where the 4WD is utilised to traverse the croc-infested East Alligator River.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Arnhem Land Escarpment, Kakadu National Park, Kakadu National Park, Northern Territory 0822 Australia
Learn about the cultural importance of the West Arnhem Land region as your Bininj guide takes you to restricted areas that First Nation ancestors have been visiting for thousands of years. Spend the afternoon learning about the region and its people’s history from your guide, before heading back to Kakadu for an overnight stay.
Duration: 2 hours

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Accommodation included: Permanent, powered tents (with shared facilities) (1 night)

Day 2: Kakadu National Park

Stop At: Jim Jim Falls, Kakadu National Park, Northern Territory Australia
After fuelling up with an early breakfast, head to Jim Jim Falls, Kakadu’s most iconic natural attraction. Take a challenging walk through monsoon forest and over boulders, then recharge with a cooling dip in the clear waters beneath the falls.
Duration: 4 hours

Stop At: Anbangbang Rock Shelter, Kakadu National Park, Kakadu National Park, Northern Territory 0822 Australia
After lunch head to Anbangbang, another incredible site that features ancient art on what was originally Warramal land. Sadly, there are no surviving Warramal people, so the care of the site is maintained by the neighbouring Mirarr and Djok communities.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Bowali Visitors Centre, Kakadu Highway, Jabiru, Kakadu National Park, Northern Territory Australia
This afternoon, you have the option of taking a scenic flight over Kakadu or visiting the Bowli Cultural Centre.
Duration: 1 hour

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Accommodation included: Permanent, powered tents (with shared facilities) (1 night)

Day 3: Kakadu National Park

Stop At: Kakadu National Park, Kakadu National Park, Top End, Northern Territory
After breakfast, head to either Gunlom Falls or Maguk (Barramundi Gorge) for a swim in another pristine waterhole. Maguk flows down the steep walls of rugged gorge into a beautiful natural plunge pool, while the steep climb to the Gunlom Falls plunge pool is rewarded with sweeping views of Kakadu and the welcome shade of gum trees. Neither option will disappoint.
Duration: 4 hours

Stop At: Pine Creek, Pine Creek, Top End, Northern Territory
Stop in the old gold-mining town of Pine Creek for lunch
Duration: 1 hour

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Accommodation included: Permanent, powered tents (with shared facilities) (1 night)

Day 4: Nitmiluk National Park - Litchfield National Park

Stop At: Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge, Gorge Road, Nitmiluk National Park, Katherine, Northern Territory 0852 Australia
Spend the day exploring the deep Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge and greater Nitmiluk National Park, a wonderland of colours, ancient rock art, waterfalls and wildlife. While here, you can explore on foot or choose to take a cruise (optional at own expense) to get a closer look.
Duration: 4 hours

Stop At: Edith Falls, Nitmiluk National Park, Katherine, Northern Territory Australia
In the afternoon, travel to Edith Falls, a hidden oasis of clear, cool waters surrounded by bronze boulders. After a quick swim in the huge rock pools.
Duration: 2 hours

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Accommodation included: Permanent, powered tents (with shared facilities) (1 night)

Day 5: Litchfield National Park - Darwin

Stop At: Litchfield National Park, Litchfield National Park, Northern Territory
After breakfast, head to Litchfield National Park. A bit of a local secret, Litchfield is awash with tropical rainforest, gorgeous waterfalls and crystal-clear waterholes. Visit Florence Falls, Wangi Falls or Bluey Rockholes, then tuck into a picnic lunch. Enjoy a stroll through the steamy rainforests and refreshing dip in one of the park’s gorgeous swimming holes. In the afternoon, make the 2-hour drive back to Darwin.
Duration: 6 hours

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No accommodation included on this day.

Informacion Adicional
"Near public transportation"
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"



Start Time: 06:30 AM
Duration: 5 Days
Start location: The Cavenagh Hotel, 12 Cavenagh St, Darwin City NT 0800, Australia
Traveler pickup is offered
Pick ups from select Darwin Hotels and Hostels will take place between 6.30-7.00am

Cancellations and refunds: If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.

Included

• 4x Breakfast
• 4x Dinner
• 5x Lunch
• Accommodation included: 4 nights
• Entry/Admission - Arnhem Land Escarpment
• Entry/Admission - Anbangbang Rock Shelter
• Entry/Admission - Edith Falls
• Entry/Admission - Cahills Crossing
• Entry/Admission - Pudakul Aboriginal Cultural Tours

Not Included

Facilities