2 Day Cooinda Lodge Kakadu Outback Retreat Tour from Darwin
Do summer differently and join us on an exclusive tour of a lifetime showcasing the best highlights of the Top Ends during our famous green season. Kakadu offers the opportunity to discover some of the oldest and best-preserved Aboriginal Rock Art in the world, keep a lookout for some of our prehistoric friends (crocodiles) as we cruise the ancient wetlands by boat, and be immersed in the stories and culture of the traditional owners. We’ll be exploring some truly spectacular countryside, amongst pockets of rainforest packed with endemic species of flora and fauna. This fully accommodated tour has you relaxing indoors in comfort each evening after enjoyable days of culture and unmatched vistas. Kakadu’s famous Cooinda Lodge offers luxury in the midst of the Australian bush with air-conditioned retreat tents offering shared bathroom facilities, or you may wish to include a TV and some other creature comforts including an ensuite by staying in a lodge room.
ItineraryDay 1: Darwin to Kakadu National ParkStop At: Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve, Arnhem Highway, Humpty Doo, Northern Territory Australia
Start your leisurely journey departing from Darwin and heading out the 300 km to the UNESCO World Heritage-Listed Kakadu National Park. Our summer is lush and tropical, so we’ll stop at a few places along the way to take in some of the amazing scenery on offer including Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve where we can see a huge array of bird and wildlife species endemic to Australia’s Top End. Passing through the Wetlands Region we’ll of course ensure we have a photo at the welcome sign to Kakadu National Park - an unmissable opportunity.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Jabiru, Jabiru, Kakadu National Park, Top End, Northern Territory
The remainder of the morning will see us wind our way through Kakadu to the north of the park, spending some time in the township of Jabiru.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Kakadu National Park, Kakadu National Park, Top End, Northern Territory
Enjoy a picnic lunch here and browse the art (and great coffee) that Marruwuddi gallery has on offer, before heading south to the hub of Cooinda where we will check in to our accommodation and have a leisurely relaxation.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Yellow Water Billabong Cruise, Kakadu Hwy, Kakadu NT 0886, Australia
This evening’s sunset will take place on board Kakadu’s famous 2-hour Yellow Water Cruise. This cruise is an absolute must-do for every visitor to the region, with the wet summer season’s rainfall resulting in the billabong stretching much further than it does during the dry winter season. Wildlife abounds and the sky will put on a show as you watch the last of the sun fall beyond the horizon.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Cooinda Lodge Kakadu, Kakadu Hwy, Kakadu NT 0822, Australia
Your evening will be spent enjoying an amazing 3-course hospitality offering exclusively put together for you by Cooinda’s chef and team to highlight the tastes of the Territory.
Driving Distance: 315km.
Hike Distance and Grading: 1km loop Grade 1, flat pathways and/or boardwalks.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Lunch: Picnic Lunch (beverages at own expense)
• Dinner: 3 Course Dinner at Cooinda (beverages at own expense)
Accommodation included: Guests have two options at Cooinda Outback Retreat - Retreat Tent (shared bathroom) or Lodge Room (private ensuite).
Day 2: Kakadu National Park to DarwinStop At: Nawurlandja Lookout, Kakadu National Park, Northern Territory Australia
You have the potential to rise and shine early on day two and make your way to view the magic of sunrise at Burrungkuy’s Nawurlandja lookout. After admiring the ever-changing colours of this majestic area at this time of day, we will enjoy breakfast close by and then head into Burrungkuy’s main rock art viewing galleries to enjoy some of the best and most notable rock art in Australia.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Warradjan Cultural Centre, Kakadu Kakadu National Park, Jim Jim, Kakadu National Park, Northern Territory 0886 Australia
Around mid-morning we will return to check out of our accommodation in Cooinda, and enjoy a cultural art experience in the grounds of Warradjan Cultural Centre which focuses on the central and southern regions of the park. This hands-on art experience will be delivered by local community members including traditional owners. Have the opportunity to explore the cultural centre which also showcases a large gallery and gift shop, and feed your taste buds as we enjoy a picnic lunch in tropical surroundings.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Kakadu National Park, Kakadu National Park, Top End, Northern Territory
After lunch, it’s now time to begin the journey back to Darwin. Winding our way back through around 300 kms of lush Australian bush, allow Kakadu to farewell you as we pass through its amazing biodiverse environment, a notable reason that this wonderful region is UNESCO World Heritage Listed for both natural and cultural values.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Darwin, Darwin, Top End, Northern Territory
Returning to Darwin by 6pm, enjoy the remainder of your evening reflecting on the time you’ve spent exploring and the new friends you’ve gained. If hiking, waterfalls and pristine rock pools are next on your list, we look forward to welcoming you back next time during the region’s dry season for further exploration!
Driving Distance: 315 kms.
Hike Distance and Grading: 1km Grade 3 with steep areas. Good general agility and sturdy footwork required.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Lunch: Lunch (beverages at own expense)
No accommodation included on this day.
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Start Time:
08:30 AM
Duration: 2 Days
Start location: Travelodge Resort Darwin, 64 Cavenagh St, Darwin City NT 0800, Australia
Traveler pickup is offered
Times vary depending on the pickup location, please contact our reservations team for your exact pickup time.
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.
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