3-Day Kakadu National Park and Katherine Gorge Tour from Darwin
- Location:Darwin, Australia
- Duration:3 days / 2 nights
- TOUR Code:2230KNL3
Experience the majesty of Kakadu National Park and the beauty of Katherine Gorge on this 3-day tour from Darwin. See the ancient Aboriginal rock art, hear the myths and legends of the outback and enjoy a sunset dinner cruise on the Katherine Gorge. Choose from hotel accommodation or for a unique experience, stay a night at the the Hawks Dreaming Wilderness Camp
Highlights
- 3-day luxury coach tour of the Top Ends best loved features, Katherine and Kakadu National Park
- See ancient Aboriginal rock art at Ubirr and Nourlangie
- Cruise East Alligator River with an Aboriginal guide
- Encounter the local wildlife including saltwater crocodiles
- Enjoy a sunset dinner cruise the the Katherine Gorge
- Visit Litchfield National Park and swim in the refreshing waterfalls or take a nature walk
Day 1. Kakadu National Park, Ubirr Art Site, Guluyambi Cruise (L)
Depart Darwin and journey by 4WD to World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park. Visit Ubirr, the outback version of an art gallery, with its ancient rock art painted over a series of caves and cliff faces. Enjoy lunch in a bush setting before joining an Aboriginal guide for the Guluyambi cruise on the East Alligator River. As you glide along the tranquil waters, learn of the flora, fauna, Aboriginal mythology and history of the region from your guide.
Overnight: Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn or Hawk Dreaming Wilderness Camp
Day 2. Nourlangie Rock, Pine Creek, Katherine Gorge Sunset Dinner Cruise (B,D)
Visit Bowali Visitor Centre to gain insight into the flora and fauna found within the park. Travel to Nourlangie Rock, another important site in the history of Aboriginal culture and art before traveling on to Pine Creek for lunch (own expense). Later visit the tourist town of Katherine before boarding your boat for a sunset cruise through the Katherine Gorge, inlcuding a three-course buffet dinner.
Overnight: All Seasons Katherine
Day 3. Litchfield National Park, Florence Falls, Wangi Falls, Darwin (B)
Depart Katherine and travel to the Adelaide River War Cemetery, the resting place for many World War 2 soldiers and civilians killed in the 1942 air raids on Darwin. Continue on to Litchfield National Park, stopping to view the termite mounds, some standing well over two metres tall. See the picturesque double waterfall that forms Florence Falls, surrounded by lush rainforest. Stop for lunch (own expense), then travel to the rock pool at Wangi Falls to enjoy a refreshing swim or nature walk.
Schedule Details
3-Day Kakadu National Park and Katherine Gorge Tour from Darwin
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Tour departs from selected Darwin hotels
Departure Time:- 7:15am
Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
Duration:3 days / 2 nights
Return details:Tour returns to Darwin at approximately 6:00pm on day three
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Additional Information
- 3-day touring by luxury, air-conditioned coach
- 2-nights accommodation in first-class hotels
- Meals as per itinerary (B,L,D)
- Bowali Visitor Center
- Kakadu National Park entry fee
- Cruise on East Alligator River with an Aboriginal guide
- Aboriginal art at Ubirr and Nourlangie Rock
- Sunset dinner cruise on Katherine Gorge
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Local experienced guide
- Australia's Goods and Services Tax (GST)
- Beverages and some meals
- Gratuities (optional)
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Maximum of 3 passengers per room. If you are traveling with a party of 4 travelers or more, you must make 2 separate bookings.
- If any passenger requires special assistance, due to disabilities, the operator requests that suitable written notice be given to allow for appropriate planning. Requests for disabled rooms will be passed on to hotels, but cannot be guaranteed.
- Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Baggage is entirely at owners risk.
Kakadu:
Hawks Dreaming Wilderness Camp
Situated in outback Kakadu, with accommodation in 12 comfortable tented cabins with private bathroom facilities. Each cabin has twin beds, linen, a light, fan and small veranda. A three-course dinner and breakfast is included. This is a unique camping experience.
Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn
First-class hotel with accommodation in standard rooms, including breakfast. The hotel has all the main facilities including restaurant, bars, swimming pool and money exchange.
Katherine:
All Seasons Hotel
First class hotel with accommodation in standard rooms, including breakfast. The hotel has all the main facilities including restaurant, bars, swimming pool and money exchange. Voucher Info: You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity. What's this? Local Operator Information:
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