From Darwin: Kakadu Wilderness Full-Day Guided Tour
From Darwin: Kakadu Wilderness Full-Day Guided Tour
Duration: 12 hours
12 hours
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience
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Enjoy Kakadu wilderness with a guide, get convenient transfers from Darwin, and select between a thrilling crocodile cruise and the Fogg Dam Conservation.
Enjoy a 1-day guided tour to World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park, offering a cultural journey through time, with transfers from Darwin.
Encounter diverse wildlife and marvel at Kakadu's stunning landscapes, then learn about its history and Aboriginal heritage at Bowali Visitor Centre.
Visit the Cahills Crossing to safely spot saltwater crocodiles, and stroll to Ubirr lookout to marvel at millennia-old Indigenous rock art paintings.
Opt for a Jumping Crocodile Cruise on Adelaide River or explore Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve, home to numerous species of birds, turtles, and more.
Fun fact: Kakadu boasts a crocodile population exceeding 10,000, averaging one croc for every 2 square kilometers!
1-day Kakadu tour
AC Transfers from select Darwin areas
Expert driver guide
Entry to Kakadu National Park
1-hour Adelaide River Crocodile Cruise (optional)
Entry to Fogg Dam Conservation Centre (optional)
Guided tour of Aboriginal rock art site
Woman sitting at Ubirr lookout with view of Kakadu National Park, Australia.
Wild Kakadu exploration
Enjoy a wild escapade beyond the ordinary, as you journey from Darwin to the vast wonders of Kakadu with an expert guide. Delve into nature's playground, brimming with wildlife, ancient rock art, and diverse landscapes. Kickstart your adventure by choosing between the exhilarating Jumping Croc Cruise or an exploration of Fogg Dam's vibrant Conservation Reserve, promising encounters with birds, turtles, water pythons, and the iconic saltwater crocodile.
Crocs and culture
Continue your journey at the Bowali Visitor Centre, delving into the rich Aboriginal culture and history of this World Heritage-listed site. Then, venture to the renowned Cahills Crossing, the sole road access point linking Arnhem Land and Kakadu National Park, where crocodiles await your attention. Following that, enjoy a guided walk through Ubirr Rock, home to some of the world's oldest and best-preserved rock art galleries. Marvel at the extraordinary rock formations in the East Alligator region as Kakadu converges with the West Arnhem plateau, unfolding a captivating tale of time and natural wonders.
Itinerary
- 7:35am: Departs from Darwin
- Fogg Dam Conservation or Jumping Crocodile Cruise
- Corroboree Park Tavern for refreshments and toilets
- Kakadu National Park welcome sign (photo opportunity)
- Bowali Visitor Centre
- Explore Kakadu National Park
- Visit Cahills Crossing
- Ubirr Lookout and Aboriginal Rock Art
- 7:30pm: Return to Darwin
Aerial view of lush wetlands and a tour bus on a road in Kakadu National Park, Australia.
Visitors walking on a boardwalk through Kakadu wetlands during a guided tour from Darwin.
Woman sitting at Ubirr lookout with view of Kakadu National Park, Australia.
Aerial view of lush wetlands and a tour bus on a road in Kakadu National Park, Australia.
Visitors walking on a boardwalk through Kakadu wetlands during a guided tour from Darwin.
Crocodile swimming in Kakadu National Park during 1-Day Guided Wilderness Escape from Darwin.
What to bring
- Bring along a refillable water bottle, a tropical-strength insect repellant, and binoculars for wildlife spotting.
- It is recommended to wear comfortable hiking shoes and all-weather comfortable clothing.
- It is advisable to wear a hat and sunglasses, and carry sunscreen.
- It is recommended you bring a small day pack no bigger than 5 to 7kg.
What's not allowed
- For safety reasons, children aged 5 and under are not permitted in this tour.
- Alcohol is not permitted onboard the vehicles.
Accessibility
- A moderate level of fitness is required to complete the walks. Some areas of the Kakadu National Park consist of rocky terrain and steep walking tracks such as the walk to the Ubirr lookout.
Additional information
- All guests aged 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult or guardian.
- A maximum of 21 passengers can take part in this tour.
Welcome sign to Kakadu National Park, Aboriginal Lands, surrounded by trees.
Couple walking near Bowali Visitor Centre in Kakadu National Park, part of 1-Day Guided Kakadu Wilderness Escape.
Crocodile swimming in Kakadu National Park during 1-Day Guided Wilderness Escape from Darwin.
Welcome sign to Kakadu National Park, Aboriginal Lands, surrounded by trees.
Couple walking near Bowali Visitor Centre in Kakadu National Park, part of 1-Day Guided Kakadu Wilderness Escape.
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