Day 2 
After breakfast head north to the Nanguluwur rock art and occupation sites. This site is less well known and well away from the crowds but has some excellent examples of rock art, including the rare and ancient dynamic figures. There are also the famous x-ray style art and so called 'contact period art' when Aboriginal people had first contact with white man. Your guide will explain the art and culture of the area. Then visit Bowali Visitor Centre and Park Headquarters. After lunch head south along the 4WD track to Maguk (Barramundie Gorge) and spend the afternoon in this picturesque area. At the end of a monsoonal forest walk you can enjoy a swim in the refreshing natural plunge pool below a beautiful perennial waterfall.
Overnight:  Gagudju Crocodile Hotel in Jabiru, Kakadu. (BL)

Day 3 
Early morning, drive beneath the towering escarpment to East Alligator River, the natural border to Arnhemland. Entry into Arnhemland is by special permit only which will arranged for you.  The vehicle goes in 4WD mode to ford the crocodile infested river and with the special permission of the traditional owners you visit a small Aboriginal community. Here there is the chance to meet Aboriginal artists and weavers and watch them at work. This is an excellent opportunity to purchase genuine Aboriginal art and craft at wholesale prices. (note: you are under no pressure to buy).  Later join an Aboriginal guided tour to a nearby ancient rock art site, some dated in excess of 20,000 years. You will receive expert interpretation of the art by your Aboriginal guide. There are excellent views overlooking the Arnhemland wetlands. 
After lunch begin your journey back to Darwin via the highway viewing wetlands and billabongs along the way. You will take a break at the Bark Hut Outback Pub prior to arriving in Darwin around sunset.

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Note: Excludes evening meals and alcohol.
+ + Your accommodation in Darwin before and after the trip is not included ++