Day 1: Darwin to Kakadu National Park
Kakadu, here we come. Inside the 20,000 square kilometre park, we’ll head to the village of Jabiru and check out the Bowali Visitors Centre. For the next two nights you’ll be calling the UNESCO World Heritage listed Kakadu National Park home. Tonight, get to know your travel mates over dinner.
Wet season itineraries Nov – May will vary slightly and will be adjusted to suit the conditions of the day. All included available sights and walks that are open and can be accessed, will remain on the itinerary.
Included today:
-Visit Bowali Visitor Centre
-Entry to Kakadu National Park
Meals:
-Dinner
Day 2: Kakadu National Park
Aboriginal Rock Art sites are high on the list for today, as our Kakadu National Park exploring continues. This morning we venture to Nourlangie Rock to spot some of the most famous Australian Indigenous art works. Then we’ll see some ancient Aboriginal rock art at Ubirr before climbing to the top of a rocky lookout for beautiful views over the Nardab floodplain. Enjoy the sunset before heading back to our lodge. We’ll also check out ta small piece of Arnhemland and spot crocs and birdlife on a Guluyambi Cruise (dry season only).
Wet season itineraries Nov – May: will vary on this day with access to some areas cut by high water levels. Your crew will ensure that you see and participate in as many areas / activities that are open and available within Kakadu, and include a sightseeing boat cruise on Yellow Waters Billabong.
Included today:
-Visit Aboriginal Rock Art Sites in Kakadu
-Guluyambi Cruise on the East Alligator River (dry season)
-Visit traditional Arnhemland (seasonal)
-Entry to Kakadu National Park
Meals:
-Breakfast
Optional activities:
-Scenic flight over Kakadu
Day 3: Kakadu National Park to Katherine
Check out the southern parts of Kakadu this morning. We’ll grab some picnic bits and head to one of the NT’s best al fresco lunch spots. Explore the magical Edith Falls and have a dip in one of the world’s most idyllic natural pools. Cooled off and refreshed we are on the road again and headed for Katherine. As the day draws to a close, we round it out with an evening game of lawn bowls and a BBQ with some locals at the nearby Country Club.
Included today:
-Visit Edith Falls
-Lawn bowls night
Meals:
-Breakfast
-Dinner
Day 4: Katherine to Litchfield National Park
On today’s line up we’ve got an optional cruise through the stunning Katherine Gorge on the cards. Get those cameras ready, it’s gonna be pretty awesome. After, we get back on the famous Stuart Highway as we head for Batchelor, the gateway to Litchfield National Park.
Included today:
Optional activities:
Boat cruise in Katherine Gorge
Meals:
-Breakfast
Day 5: Litchfield National Park to Darwin
ational Park, pools and a picnic are the order of the day. Then venture over to the Buley Rock Holes for another soaking. After lunch outdoors, we’ll take on the short drive and last leg of our discovery trip back into the heart of Darwin. If you’re feeling brave or having a #YOLO moment, take the opportunity to get up (very) close and personal with Australia’s iconic saltwater crocodiles at Crocosaurus Cove. Eek! Then, it's time to say our goodbyes. Facebook friends, anyone?
Included today:
-Entry to Litchfield National Park
Meals:
-Breakfast
-Lunch