About the Tour

Katherine Gorge Deluxe Tour From Darwin

Take our Katherine Gorge Day Tour and you’ll soon discover one of the treasures of Australia’s Northern Territory. Spanning almost 3,000 square kilometres, Nitmiluk National Park is a spectacular succession of cascading waterfalls and no less than 13 dramatic gorges. A nature and culture lover’s delight, keep a lookout for crocs and brightly coloured birds as you drift along the Katherine River. Explore the region’s importance to the Jawoyn people, or grab a chat with a resident ‘top ender’ while enjoying a tasty lunch.

Tour Details

Operates: Monday, Wednesday & Saturday

Departs: 6:30am

Returns: 8:30pm

Available Fares

Child from: $259

Adult from: $365

Infant from: $0

Important Information

Child prices are available for children aged 2 – 15 years. Infants under the age of 2 years travel free on the lap of a parent.

This tour requires a moderate level of fitness. The terrain is not suitable for mobility-impaired travellers, wheelchairs, walkers, prams or strollers.

Itinerary

Katherine Gorge Deluxe Tour From Darwin Itinerary

Starting out from the centre of Darwin, you’ll head in air-conditioned comfort south along the Stuart Highway, following the route of nineteenth-century explorer John McDouall Stuart. Before reaching the multitude of natural delights within Nitmiluk National Park, you’ll first stop at the Adelaide River War Cemetery. This is dedicated to the 423 identified casualties of Japanese attacks on Darwin during the Second World War.

Entering the national park, your guide will detail the long history and heritage of the Jawoyn people, the traditional Aboriginal landowners, while leading you towards examples of rock art thousands of years old. You’ll also have the chance to swim in the cooling pool at the base of Leliyn (Edith Falls) during the relative calm of the dry season – so don’t forget your swimming gear!

Having stopped for lunch amid spectacular scenery, you’ll have the chance to visit the Nitmiluk Visitor Centre, home to a fascinating collection of Aboriginal artefacts. Finally, you’ll step off solid ground and onto the gentle swell of the Katherine River. During a two-hour cruise, you’ll sail past basking crocs and spectacular birdlife to the towering walls of Katherine Gorge. Rising 70 metres over the river, they are a breathtaking sight whatever the time of year.

Once you’ve gazed at all of mother nature’s handy work, it will be time to return to Darwin along the Stuart Highway’s expansive vistas once more.

What's Included?

Yummy Lunch
2-hour cruise through Katherine Gorge
Air-conditioned coach transport
Friendly and knowledgeable local guide

Pickup Locations

Location	Address	Time
Argus Hotel Darwin	13 Shepherd Street, Darwin	06:00 AM
H on Smith Hotel	81 Smith Street, Darwin	06:10 AM
Hilton Darwin	32 Mitchell Street, Darwin	06:20 AM
Hilton Garden Inn	122 The Esplanade, Darwin	06:15 AM
Mantra Pandanas	43 Knuckey Street, Darwin	06:05 AM
Mantra on the Esplanade Darwin	88 The Esplanade, Darwin	06:25 AM
Mindil Beach Casino and Resort	Gilruth Avenue, Darwin	05:55 AM
Rydges Darwin Central	21 Knuckey Street, Darwin	06:15 AM
Travelodge Darwin Resort	64 Cavenagh Street, Darwin	06:05 AM
Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront	7 Kitchner Drive, Darwin	06:00 AM