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Summary of Countryside Day Tours from Darwin: Katherine Gorge + Edith Falls Bathurst Island by air Kakadu in a Day Litchfield National Park + Waterfalls Arnhemland by Air |
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Departs Darwin: 6.35 am. Returns: 8.30 pm (approx) - Tues, Thurs and
Sat Note: Child price applies to those aged 3 - 14 years. Tour highlights: ~ Visit the Adelaide River War Cemetery ~ View pristine Leliyn (Edith Falls) ~ Katherine Gorge cruise and commentary included ~ Tasty lunch (special diets catered for if advised at time of booking) Itinerary: Depart Darwin and stop at the Adelaide River War Cemetery, the resting place for many World War Two soldiers and civilians killed in the 1942 air raids on Darwin and the site of the only Australian war cemetery on Australian soil. Continue via Pine Creek to the township of Katherine, a popular tourist centre and one of the Northern Territory’s most important agricultural and grazing regions. %20cruise3%20tnt.jpg) Enter Nitmiluk National Park,
home to 13 stunning gorges, the famous Katherine Gorge among them. The
name ‘Nitmiluk’ is the traditional Jawoyn owners’ word for 'Cicada
Dreaming', which is one of the area’s important Dreamtime stories.
Wander through the Visitor Centre before joining your guided cruise
between the sheer sandstone cliffs of Katherine Gorge. The waters of
Katherine Gorge are an enticing deep blue, but it is the sheer scale of
the gorge that is the most mesmerising feature. As you glide along the
tranquil waters of this ancient watercourse, enjoy commentary from your
guide detailing the area’s plantlife and wildlife. Keep an eye out for
crocodiles and an array of birdlife. This afternoon travel to beautiful
Leliyn (Edith Falls) located on the western boundary of Nitmiluk National
Park. The paperbark and pandanus-fringed natural pool at the base of
Leliyn is safe for swimming throughout most of the year and you’ll have
a chance to take a dip in the refreshing cool waters. On the return trip
to Darwin, you have the opportunity to purchase dinner - a Top End
speciality of barramundi and chips (own expense).
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| Full Day. Depart Darwin: 6.35 am.
Return: 8.00 pm approx Note: Child price applies to
those aged 3 - 14 years Highlights: ~Visit the Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre ~ Cruise on Yellw Wayers Billabong - keep an eye out for crocodiles (pictured) ~ Visit the Aboriginal rock art site of Nourlangie Rock ~ Enjoy drinks at Window on the Wetlands ~ Tasty lunch (special diets catered for if advised at time of booking) Itinerary: 
Depart Darwin and enter Kakadu National Park. Covering some 20,000
square kilometres, Kakadu is Australia’s largest national park. Kakadu’s
vast wetlands and ancient escarpment are home to one of Australia’s
largest and most diverse bird populations and carry outstanding natural
and cultural significance. Visit Warradjan Aboriginal Culture Centre
where the traditional Aboriginal land owners (Bininj) of Kakadu National
Park tell stories of their culture through the displays and exhibitions.
Join a guided cruise on Yellow Water billabong. Keep an eye out for the
wildlife, including crocodiles. See rock art sites at Nourlangie Rock.
The name 'Nourlangie' is an anglicised version of Nawurlandja. The most
famous rock art picture at Nourlangie is called Namondjok and for some
Aboriginal groups he is a Creation Ancestor who now lives in the sky and
can be seen only at night, when he appears as a dark spot in the Milky
Way galaxy. En route to Darwin, stop at Window on the Wetlands Visitor
Centre to learn about the wildlife, seasonal changes, the various animal
groups and local Aboriginal and European history. Enjoy a complimentary
drink with views over the floodplains. Return to Darwin. |
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Itinerary: Visiting the main falls of Litchfield National Park, you have the opportunity for scenic and interpretive bush and monsoon vine forest walks. View Florence Falls from a high vantage point before making your way down the stairs to the plunge pool below. Visit Tolmer Falls for a magnificent view of the water cascading down to the deep waterhole below. Venture to Wangi Falls for another opportunity for a swim in the large crystal clear pool and an optional steady climb through the monsoon vine forest to the top of the falls. A great day also for taking many interesting photos, including the amazing stand of termite mounds. You will need: Small bag (due to space limitations), swimwear and towel (if swimming), sunscreen, hat, personal requisites, camera with plenty of film and comfortable non-slip walking shoes. Special note: This tour is suitable for all ages, however a reasonable level of fitness is recommended as walking is required in Litchfield National Park. All travellers should have adequate travel insurance. In the event road closures or climatic problems prevent access to some Falls, other attractions will be included. |
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Darwin
has a good selection of day tours to the surrounding area, including the
famous Kakadu National Park. Located
approximately 257 km from Darwin. Kakadu is a World Heritage listed
National Park and covers 19,000 sq kms, it is home to around 275 species
of birds, 75 species of reptiles and some 1600 different plants. Most of
Kakadu's attractions can be
accessed by bitumen road, including the magnificent Yellow Waters . The
Escarpment also shelters some of the world's oldest Aboriginal rock art
galleries. There is so much to see in Kakadu alone that the best advice
is to spend at least two days in the area but if you have a tight time
budget, you can still capture the spirit of Kakadu, or one of the other
National Parks, with a day tour from Darwin. Below is a selection
of some of the best day tours available, to Kakadu and beyond, all with
a strong nature theme.
