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Darwin Tours
Darwin City Sights
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AAT Kings
Operates: Daily^ Departs: 8:30am (Darwin return) Duration: Half day (4.5hrs) Adult: $75 Child: $35 (2-15yrs) This tour is the perfect introduction to the Top end city of Darwin. With expert commentary from a local guide, discover Australia’s only tropical city and learn about its colourful history. Visit Darwin Aviation Museum and see a B-52 Bomber, explore the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory and see the largest permanent display of Aboriginal artwork in Australia. Stroll through the Darwin Botanic Gardens to spot unique exotic plants and local wildlife. ^Close-out dates may apply. Tour Code: D2
Litchfield National Park Waterfalls
Jumping Crocs and Nature Adventure
AAT Kings
Operates: Daily^ Departs: 1:30pm Duration: Half day (5hrs) Adult: $125 Child: $65 (2-15yrs) Get up close and personal with an apex predator. Head out on the only aboriginal owned cruise on the Adelaide River, spending your afternoon with the expert guides from Spectacular Crocodile Cruises. They will show you this lush and harsh environment, home to large saltwater crocodiles, white-bellied sea eagles, bull sharks, high flying whistling kites and birdlife, as well as smaller freshies. ^Close-out dates may apply.
Image credit -Tourism NT/Kakadu Tourism
Tour Code: D7
Kakadu National Park Explorer
Photo credit Tourism NT - Carmen Huter
AAT Kings
Operates: Daily (Apr - Nov) Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun (Dec - Mar)^ Departs: 7:25am Duration: 10 hours and 35 minutes Adult: $195 Child: $100 (2-15yrs) Highlights include Florence, Tolmer and Wangi Falls Darwin, and a picnic lunch. First stop is Florence Falls, where you will take in the spectacular waterfall from a high vantage point and be given the opportunity for a scenic and interpretive bush and monsoon vine-forest walk. Travel on to Tolmer Falls for a magnificent view of the water cascading down to the deep waterhole at the base of the falls. Finally we visit Wangi Falls, with its large crystal clear pool, another relaxing spot for a swim. On the way back to Darwin we make a stop in at Howard Spring Nature Park, where you will have the chance to feed the barramundi and turtles. ^Close-out dates may apply. Tour Code: D5
Photo credit Tourism NT - Sean Scott
AAT Kings
Operates: Daily (Apr to Nov) Tue, Fri, Sun (Dec to Mar)^ Departs: 6:30am Duration: 13hrs Adult: $359* Child: $180* (2-15yrs) Discover the largest National Park in Australia. Kakadu is one of the most diverse landscapes you’ll ever experience, and you’ll be amazed at the population of wildlife in the water, on the land and in the air. See some of the most amazing terrain Australia has to offer on your way to and inside Kakadu. Marvel at the concentration of rock art sites that illustrate Aboriginal culture, some dating back 50,000 years. ^Close-out dates may apply. *Kakadu National Park Entry Fee is included. Tour Code: D4
Darwin Harbour Cruises
Operates: Daily (Apr-Nov) Departs: 6:00pm, boarding at 5.30pm Duration: 2.5hrs Adult: $119 Senior: $110 Child: $72 (4-14 yrs) Experience the best Australian sunsets aboard a comfortable air-conditioned cruise vessel with Darwin Harbour Cruises. Relax and enjoy a Territory-inspired 2.5-hour Sunset Dinner Cruise as you take in the sparkling waters of Darwin’s Harbour. Great sights with informative commentary and a delicious buffet, including local seafood and fresh produce. Cruises depart daily from Stokes Hill Wharf.
1 Day Wetland Experience
Corroboree Billabong Wetland Cruises
Operates: Daily (May to Oct) Duration: Full day (9am – 5pm) Adult: $190 Child: $120 (4-15yrs) A day of wetlands and wildlife. Corroboree Billabong is part of the Mary River Wetlands which are teaming with birds and also have the largest concentration of saltwater crocodiles in the world. The day tour from Darwin includes air-conditioned transport, 2.5 hour wetland cruise, lunch with refreshments plus hotel pick up/drop off. The custom designed boat allows us to get up close to the wildlife for great photo opportunities. Designed for nature lovers, this is an experience not to be missed.
Cage of Death
Crocosaurus Cove
Operates: 11 times a day Duration: 30 minutes Adult Entry: $38 Adult Cage of Death: $180 for 1, $275 for 2 (Includes Entry) Adult Whipray Encounter: $53 Child $38 (10 yrs+) (Includes Entry) Immerse yourself in the environment of Australia’s most mesmerizing apex predator, the saltwater crocodile. Experience the ultimate face-to-face encounter as you are carefully lowered in to the water with a 5m saltwater crocodile for 15 minutes. Take in his intimidating gaze, feel the sheer power of his 3 tonne bite force, and learn to appreciate his true strength and resilience as a modern-day dinosaur. The Cage of Death activity offers swimmers the opportunity to get up close and personal with our saltwater crocodiles in a controlled environment that is safe and enriching for both the crocodile and the visitor. Regular feeding throughout the experience is done in a way that encourages the crocodile’s natural instincts, giving swimmers the opportunity to witness our saltie’s infamous bite force under the supervision of trained handlers. Don’t miss out on this enriching one-of-a-kind experience! If you want to stay dry, why not book the new Whipray Encounter? Experience the magnificent Freshwater Whiprays in our brand new Whipray Encounter, available once a day as part of our afternoon Aquarium show. Be guided by our experienced handlers as you hand feed one of our friendly 2m Whiprays.
Big Croc Encounter - VIP Tour
Crocosaurus Cove
Operates: Daily Duration: 90 minutes Adult: $89 Senior: $69 Child: $45 (Minimum age for this tour is 4 yrs) Experience a unique opportunity to feed some of Australia's Saltwater crocodiles. Highlights include an introduction to the world’s largest display of Australian reptiles and aquatic creatures of the top end as well as behind the scenes access into the world of the saltwater crocodile.
Meet some of the more unique reptiles of the Top End as part of the tours VIP access to the Reptile House. Our knowledgeable reptile handlers share their passion for the scaly inhabitants that call Crocosaurus Cove home while sharing information on the unique relationship between some of these reptiles and the indigenous people of the region. Under the supervision of our experienced crocodile handlers, participate in feeding an adult saltwater crocodile and gain a greater knowledge of one of the world’s most deadly predators. Gain VIP access to the Fishing for Crocs platform and the baby crocodile handling area as part of your tour. Includes day entry to Crocosaurus Cove.
Tiwi Islands – Tiwi By Design Tour
SeaLink Northern Territory
Operates: Thu, Fri (Apr-May and Sep-Dec) Thu, Fri and selected Mon (Jun-Aug) Departs: 8:00am Duration: Full day Adult: $385 Child: $295 (5-14yrs) A premium authentic Tiwi experience. Depart Cullen Bay for the 2½ hour cruise to the Tiwi Islands. On arrival at Wurrumiyanga on Bathurst Island you will meet your local Tiwi guide who will escort you on foot to Tiwi Design art centre for welcome to country ceremony and morning tea. Your walking tour continues to the historic mission precinct where your guide will provide informative commentary on the culture and history of the Tiwi people. Return to Tiwi Design art centre for lunch and spend the afternoon working with an Aboriginal artist to create your own work of art – Tiwi style, either painting or screen printing.
Darwin Adventure Boats
Matt Wright Explore the Wild
Operates: Daily year round Departs: Varies, based on low tides Duration: 1 hour Adult: $190 Child: $140 (4-14yrs) Designed by Matt Wright, esteemed tourism operator and National Geographic's Outback Wrangler, Darwin Adventure Boats is all about fun and adventure! Begin at some serious speed with a Jetboat ride across Darwin Harbour towards our city’s pristine coastline. After some supercharged spins you’ll jump onto the airboat. Enjoy the local birdlife and keep an eye out for sharks, crocs, dolphins and even stingrays. After all the thrills and getting a little muddied up, you will jump back on the jetboat and soar across the Timor Sea. There is so much to see in Darwin Harbour from WW2 shipwrecks to crocodile traps and more. This tour is the perfect blend of adventure, nature and history and has something for all ages.
Indigenous Litchfield Spectacular
Northern Territory Indigenous Tours
Operates: Daily Departs: 7.30am from Darwin Duration: 9hrs Adult: $396 Child: $198 See timeless beauty through the eyes of traditional Aboriginal owners Itinerary highlights: Learn the real story on this small-group day tour from Darwin to Litchfield National Park. Explore the area with a personable Indigenous guide with countless generations of history in the region. Get hands on as our guide demonstrates bush resources in season. See and refresh yourself at iconic waterfalls. Experience dramatic stone country as it comes alive in our tropical summer. Enjoy a flame-grilled lunch of ocean-caught barramundi, marinated kangaroo and crocodile eye fillet, in beautiful shaded surrounds. Be treated to expert natural and cultural nterpretation from guides with unrivalled knowledge of the area. Take home memories you’ll never forget.
Includes:
• Small-group touring by air-conditioned tour vehicle; pickups from Darwin accommodation • Expert interpretation of the natural and cultural environment from an Aboriginal viewpoint; • Lunch of freshly cooked ocean-caught barramundi, crocodile and kangaroo; cool water.
Photo credit South Tourism NT - Shaana McNaught
Heli Pub Crawl
HeliFish
Operates: On demand Departs: 10.30am from Darwin Duration: 5hrs Adult: $990 (min. 2 passengers) The best regional pubs by scenic helicopter. Itinerary highlights: On this tour, you will arrive at four different kinds of watering holes where you will share a tale and beverage (or two) with the local publicans. Flying by helicopter, this pub-crawl, not only offers spectacular sights of the Top End, but also has you arrive with your own rock star landing at a selection of The Top End’s handpicked iconic pubs!
Includes:
• Approximately one hour stops at Crab Claw
Island, Darwin River Tavern, Goat Island and
Noonamah Tavern with PAYG drinks and lunch • Return transfers from Darwin CBD accommodation • Complimentary chilled water
Matt Wright Explore the Wild Tours
Top End Safari Camp Day Tour
Operates: Mon, Thur, Fri, Sat, Sun (Apr to Dec) Departs: 8am from Darwin Duration: 4hrs (7hrs including diving) Adult: $395 Child: $345 (4-14yrs) Immerse yourself in nature and experience a once in a lifetime adrenaline filled day! The Top End Safari Camp Day Tour combines the Top End’s most distinctive wildlife and landscapes with adrenaline filled adventure, featuring an airboat, helicopter, cruise boat and croc safe swimming cage, all delivered by our professional and charismatic hosts.
Top End Safari Camp Tour
Operates: Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun (Apr to Oct) Departs: 11.30am from Darwin Duration: 1 night Adult: $595 per person, twin share Child: $395 (4-14yrs) sharing with 2 adults Once in a lifetime outback adventures combined with an exclusive overnight glamping experience. Combining quintessential Top End activities with an amazing outback glamping experience, this fantastic value for money tour is unforgettable. Situated in an exclusive location on the edge of a billabong, this experience comes complete with airboat cruise, crocodile encounters, helicopter scenic flight, overnight luxury glamping, amazing food, and more.
