Top Darwin Nature and Wildlife

Embark on an unforgettable Outback adventure on this overnight trip from Darwin to Kakadu National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Go croc-spotting on a guided cruise down the East Alligator River and Yellow Water Billabong, and take in dramatic views of the wildlife-rich wetlands. Learn about local indigenous traditions from an Aboriginal guide as you visit the community of Arnhem Land and admire ancient rock art at Ubirr. Select from different levels of accommodation to suit any budget.

Immerse yourself in the cultural heritage and diverse landscapes of Australia’s ‘Top End’ on this 3-day tour from Darwin. In World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park, go croc spotting on a Yellow Water billabong cruise and admire ancient Aboriginal rock art. Delve deeper into indigenous history with a 4WD tour to Arnhem Land, where you can try your hand at bush survival techniques and glide down the East Alligator River with an Aboriginal guide.

Explore a landscape of ancient rock formations, monsoon forests, and cascading waterfalls on this full-day tour from Darwin to Litchfield National Park. Marvel at massive termite pillars, take a dip in natural swimming holes, and explore rock pools at the base of the sparkling falls. Enjoy lunch at the Litchfield Café and learn of the Aboriginal legends that surround this pristine landscape.

Experience the wondrous landscapes of the Top End on this 5-day camping tour from Darwin. With a knowledgeable guide, travel in a 4WD vehicle to three popular national parks: Kakadu, Nitmiluk and Litchfield. View Aboriginal rock art, take a crocodile cruise, visit Katherine Gorge and cool off in waterfalls including Twin Falls, Jim Jim Falls, Gunlom Falls and Buley Rockhole on this small-group tour, limited to 16 people. Enjoy campfire evenings, complete meals and sleeping at private campsites in a ‘swag’ (bedroll) or a permanent safari tent. Note: This seasonal tour operates from June through October.

Experience the natural and cultural treasures of World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park on this diverse, 2-day tour from Darwin. Go croc-spotting and see wild birdlife on a cruise down the Yellow Waters billabong, and admire a desert gallery of ancient Aboriginal cave paintings at Nourlangie Rock. Delve deeper into indigenous culture with a 4WD tour to Arnhem Land and Mikinj Valley with an Aboriginal guide.

Home to tumbling waterfalls, towering termite mounds, and gorgeous bushwalks, Litchfield National Park is a true Northern Territory gem. Discover it without the expense of car hire on this small-group guided tour, with snacks in the morning and afternoon and a glorious bush barbecue lunch. Along the way, bathe in a hot spring waterfall at Berry Springs Nature Park and learn about uranium mining at the Batchelor Museum.

Explore the tropical wilderness of the Litchfield National Park on this full-day small-group tour from Darwin. Visit the Florence and Wangi Falls; cool off with a dip in the Buley Rockhole, and snap photos of the gigantic Cathedral and Magnetic Termite Mounds. You'll also enjoy a crocodile-spotting cruise along the Adelaide River and hear about the reptiles from the wildlife guide. Includes lunch, snacks, croc cruise, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Halfway between Darwin and Kakadu, it can be hard to fit a trip to the Corroborree Billabong into a flying visit to the Northern Territory. On this full-day tour, chase barramundi and catfish in both fresh and salt water, with the option to break up the day with mud crabbing. See a unique part of the Northern Territory without the hassle of hiring your own vehicle, and benefit from your guide's local knowledge.

This is the only shuttle service to Berry Springs and the Territory Wildlife Park departing from Darwin.

This is a completely customized day tour for those on the day. Limited to 10 people and designed to avoid crowds.. Includes a comprehensive health and hygiene policy in regards to COVID-19. Early start to take advantage of the cooler morning hours for short walks. Features home cooked and prepared meals and snacks including (mango muffins, chocolate wattleseed biscuits, marinated meat selection). Flexible schedule and locations with plenty of opportunities throughout the day to influence the itinerary and join in discussions with fellow guests. Local qualified guide.

Discover the ancient legends and awe-inspiring landscapes of the Top End with this 4-day wilderness adventure from Darwin. Journey deep into Kakadu and Litchfield National Parks, where you'll spot crocs on a river cruise, interpret Aboriginal art at Ubirr with an indigenous guide, and rumble along 4WD tracks to spectacular Twin and Jim Jim Falls. Get even closer to nature by sleeping under the southern stars and cooking over a fire at permanent campsites inside the parks.

Adrenaline junkies won’t want to miss this high-energy Top End adventure: an airboat tour of Darwin Harbour and the mangroves, departing right from the heart of the city. Feel the adrenaline rush as the V8 aircraft engine roars into life and the craft races across the water on a fast lap, then immerse in the Northern Territory’s epic landscape, home to sea birds, saltwater crocodiles, and more.

Immerse yourself in nature during an 8-hour sunset turtle sighting from Darwin, a magical experience for animal lovers. Departing from Darwin Harbour, you’ll travel by fast boat to Bare Sand Island — passing Charles Point Lighthouse along the way —  and watch the sunset from the beach. Beneath the light of the full moon, you’ll watch sea turtles lay their eggs. Dinner is included on this small-group tour, limited to 15 people.     

The tours aim to provide you with an excellent experience were you can immerse in the tranquillity and the wonders of nature Litchfield has to offer whilst relaxing under the waterfalls and basking in nature’s oasis while swimming in clear, freshwater pools. Offer dedicated tours to suit the requirements of all travellers even kids would love its designed to evade the times when there are big crowds at the major waterfalls and lunch spots in the park. A specialized guided walking tour like no other, to the rocky bottom of Florence Falls via Shady Creek. You can also choose to do a self-guided walk from Buley rock hole to Florence falls. Or why not try your luck going down the 135-length stairway? Experience Batchelor Butterfly Farm and the wonderful Animal Petting zoo. LUNCH is at Tolmer falls where you have the chance to view it from the lookout or do the walk around the top area through an ancient cycad forest while your guide prepares a delicious meal.

See the highlights of Kakadu National Park before leaving the crowds behind and exploring Arnhem Land and the Cobourg Peninsula. Enjoy good food, great guides and see something a bit different on this award-winning small-group tour. Each day is truly different and unique. On day 1 we’ll explore Kakadu, embarking on a wetlands cruise before a hike and swim at Barramundi Gorge. On day 2 we’ll enter Arnhem Land and have a local Aboriginal guide will show us the spectacular Injalak Hill rock-art sites. We’ll then spend the next 3 nights at Cobourg Coastal Camp; Venture North’s private camp on the pristine Cobourg Peninsula. Here we’ll embark on a range of wilderness activities including; nature walks, boating, birdwatching, fishing, beach combing and much more!

Learn all about the Top End’s tropical flora on this walking tour with a local guide at the beautiful Darwin Botanic Gardens. Your guide will also help you notice the colorful birds that live amid the trees. An ideal tour for travelers who want to experience more than just a walk in the park and learn the stories behind it.

Journey into the Northern Territory's rugged Top End on this short but sweet four-day tour. Spend time with the Traditional Owners of Wulna Country to learn about their culture, go bird and croc spotting in the lush Mary River and see traditional rock art in Ubirr. Climb high to look down on the Nardab Floodplain and then find refuge from the tropical heat in the swimming holes of World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park. Discover the history of the First Peoples of Australia at Anbangbang and cruise through the towering rock walls of Katherine Gorge. The reds of the soil and orange of the sunsets will leave you with a lasting impression of the Territory’s beauty and biodiversity.

The waterfalls, waterholes, and gigantic termite mounds of the Litchfield National Park are even more spectacular from above. With this tour, soar over the park’s natural wonders in a small plane and enjoy aerial views of Sandy Creek Falls, the Darwin River Dam, and the Magnetic Termite Mounds. For an even more unforgettable experience, touchdown at a remote waterfall, tuck into a romantic picnic lunch, and cool off with a swim.

Carved out over millions of years, the majestic natural landscapes of Kakadu National Park have a scale that can only truly be appreciated from the air. See sights that can’t be reached by land as you soar through the skies in your own private fixed-wing aircraft. During the wet season, admire plunging Jim Jim Falls and Twin Falls; during the dry, soak up the rugged formations of Arnhem Land.

A 11-day adventure-filled trip traveling from Darwin to Cairns through the most remote parts of the Savannah Way.  We travel east through Kakadu, Mataranka, Lorella Springs and Lawn Hill before finishing up in the tropical rainforest on the outskirts of Cairns. Our tours are focused on providing you with an Australian outback adventure.  We explore the best natural attractions along the Savannah Way; observing native wildlife in their natural habitat, hiking through gorges, discovering ancient aboriginal rock art and swimming in pristine natural waterholes.

Board a plane and take off into the skies to look out from your window seat over rugged Northern Territory landscape during this full-day, guided flight-seeing tour that includes a cruise in Kakadu National Park. Land directly in the park and switch to a boat to traverse the picturesque water system and see the wild animals who live here.

If you’re driving from Darwin to Kakadu National Park, you can expect to spend up to six hours on the road. Shave half (or more!) of your travel time off with this helicopter flight from Darwin. Follow the Adelaide River from the sky before arriving at grand Kakadu. Enjoy birds-eye views of the park’s wetlands and gorges, including the impressive Ubirr lookout.

Departing from Darwin, enjoy a special 60 minute return scenic flight taking in the beauty of Litchfield’s treasures: Wangi Falls, Tolmer Falls, Sandy Creek Falls, Florence Falls and The Lost City! The return flight is also a treat. Take in the impressive sights of the Magnetic Termite Mounds and Darwin’s main water supply, the Darwin River Dam, holding half the volume of Sydney Harbour.

Take a half-day tour from Darwin that includes a crocodile cruise on the Adelaide River and a stop at the Window on the Wetlands Visitor Centre. Watch crocodiles jump up from the river to snatch hunks of meat just outside your boat, then take in the region's wildlife and wetland. Includes crocodile boat cruise, and hotel pickup and drop-off in Darwin.