ITINERARY
As this Short Break departs at 7.15am, accommodation will need to be pre-booked for the previous night.
DAY 1: Darwin - Kakadu National Park
Join the famous Jumping Crocodile Cruise, then travel into Kakadu National Park. View ancient Aboriginal rock art and take a guided walk to the top of Ubirr for magnificent view.
Hotel: Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel, Kakadu.
Included Meals: Lunch
DAY 2: Kakadu National Park - Katherine
Explore awe-inspiring Aboriginal rock art at Nourlangie, then continue to Warradjan Cultural Centre before taking a cruise on the magnificent Yellow Water Billabong to observe saltwater crocodiles and prolific wildlife. Travel via Pine Creek to Katherine.
Hotel: Ibis Styles Katherine, Katherine.
Included Meals: Lunch
DAY 3: Katherine Gorge Cruise - Darwin
Cruise through Katherine Gorge, watching for crocodiles basking in the sun. Gain cultural insights at Nitmiluk Visitor Centre before travelling to Edith Falls, whose paperbark and pandanus-fringed natural pool at the base of the falls is safe for swimming most of the year (conditions permitting). Stop at Adelaide River War Cemetery en route to Darwin.
Hotel: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Esplanade Darwin, Darwin.
Included Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4: Darwin - Litchfield National Park - Depart Darwin
In Litchfield National Park today your first stop is Florence Falls, where you can take a scenic bush and monsoon vine forest walk. After a swim in its pristine plunge pool, travel on to Tolmer Falls for a stunning view of the water cascading down to the deep waterhole below. Wangi Falls, with its large crystal-clear pool, is another relaxing spot for a swim. At Howard Springs Nature Park, you’ll have the opportunity to feed the barramundi and turtles. Return to Darwin, where your Short Break concludes.
Included Meals: Lunch
As this Short Break concludes at 6.00pm, you may like to pre-book accommodation for tonight.
Planning to travel in April or between November and March?
We have a wet season itinerary available: see tour DG55 (Overnight in Darwin instead of Katherine on Day 2)
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