About The Tour
Explore the wild bushland and impressive natural waterfalls of Kakadu and Litchfield on our three-day off-road adventure. You’ll have the chance to observe the Top End’s wildlife with a wetlands cruise, hike to incredible swimming holes and waterfalls, and travel in a 4WD through some of Australia’s most rugged landscapes. Along the way, you’ll hear the Aboriginal Dreamtime stories and admire the ancient rock art at Ubirr. Sleeping in tents, you’ll relish this Aussie Outback experience as you admire the astounding night sky.
Tour Details
Operates: Seasonal
Departs: 6:00am
Returns: 5:30pm
Available Fares
Important Information
This tour is suitable for travellers aged 15 - 49 years and requires are a reasonable level of fitness.
We have limited space on our 4WD transportation and therefore luggage is limited to one medium-sized soft bag or backpack (max 10kgs) and a day pack per person. Large backpacks or suitcases cannot be accommodated and should be left at your accommodation in Darwin for the duration of the tour.
3 Day Kakadu & Litchfield Tour Itinerary
Tour Highlights
- Observe the wildlife of the Top End on a Mary River Wetlands Cruise
- Explore Twin Falls, Jim Jim Falls and spectacular natural wilderness with an off-road adventure through Kakadu National Park
- Learn the fascinating history and Dreamtime stories of local Aborigines and admire the ancient rock art at Ubirr Rock
- Explore the breathtaking waterfalls and swimming holes of Litchfield National Park
Day One (lunch & dinner)
We depart nice and early from Darwin, ready to make the most of day one of this adventure tour of Kakadu and Litchfield. Things kick off with a Mary River Wetlands Cruise for an introduction into the incredible array of wildlife that call this area home. Keeps your eyes peeled for crocodiles and buffalo in the water, and some of the 250 bird species that nest in the Top End.
Next up, we enter Kakadu National Park and stop for a picnic lunch in a scenic area along the South Alligator River, before our journey takes us through the bush and deeper into the park. We arrive at Ubirr Rock in the afternoon, where your guide will interpret the ancient Aboriginal rock art that decorates the walls and enlighten you with stories from the Dreamtime. We climb to the Nadab Lookout for incredible views over the floodplains all the way to Arnhem Land before we set up camp in our private campsite.
Day Two (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Rise and shine ready for a day of exploring Kakadu! Today we journey off-road in search of waterfalls and discover the spectacular natural scenery that makes this place so special. We start off with an off-road journey to Twin Falls, where we take a boat shuttle and enjoy a short hike on a rocky track to reach the tranquil swimming hole. After a refreshing swim, we make our way to Jim Jim Falls, where we walk through the monsoon forests to arrive at the base of the towering 150-metre-high cliff. Enjoy another swim or relax on the boulders before we jump back on the bus and head out of Kakadu toward Litchfield where we spend the night in our private campsite.
Day Three (breakfast and lunch)
We awake in Litchfield National Park, ready to spend the final day exploring this astonishing wilderness. Admire the weird magnetic and cathedral termite mounds dotted about the park and explore more picturesque waterfalls including Florence and Wangi Falls. Enjoy another swim at Buley Rockholes, before we head back into Darwin in the evening.
What's Included?
- All meals as indicated*
- Camping accommodation
- Camping fees and equipment
- Wildlife and crocodile cruise
- National park fees
- Travel on an air-conditioned 4WD vehicle
- Friendly and experienced local guide
Sleeping Bags can be hired for an additional $30 per person prior to departure.
*Please include any dietary requirements in the notes when you book.Â
Optional Upgrades
Twin Falls Boat Shuttle Fee – $12.50 to be paid on the day of the tour
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