3 Day Kakadu and Litchfield National Parks Tour

Satisfy your appetite for the Top End with AAT Kings 3 Day Kakadu and Litchfield National Parks Tour. This is an ideal way to take in the must see destinations of the Top End.

This 3 day Kakadu tour visits Kakadu and Litchfield National Parks with a cruise in both locations to enjoy the native birdlife and saltwater crocodiles. Litchfield National Park is also known as Arnhem Land, with contrasts from termite mounds and red sand to spectacular waterfalls and cool swimming holes.

You will have the opportunity to view and hear the stories behind many ancient Aboriginal rock art sites. This tour enables you to enhance your cultural understanding further, with visits to Bowali Visitor Centre and Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre.

With AAT Kings' excellent itinerary, this 3 Day Kakadu and Litchfield National Parks Tour is the perfect addition to your next Northern Territory holiday.

Itinerary

Day 1 Darwin - Kakadu: Travel through the Marrakai Plains and deep into Kakadu National Park. View ancient Aboriginal rock art at Nourlangie Rock. After lunch at Cooinda, join the local guide for a cruise on the famous Yellow Water Billabong where there is the opportunity to see bird life and saltwater crocodiles. Later visit the Warradjan Cultural Centre and view displays and exhibits depicting the traditions of the Aboriginal people in Kakadu.

Day 2 Jim Jim and Twin Falls: Travel by 4WD to Jim Jim Falls carpark from where it is a 900 metre bushwalk to the Jim Jim Falls plunge pool. At the plunge pool there is time for swimming, relaxing and enjoying the spectacular scenery. Morning tea will also be served. After exploring Jim Jim Falls, travel to the day use area for a picnic lunch. After lunch board boats to travel up the first part of the gorge. Following this there is a 45 minute walk over slippery rocks with sand and along rock ledges. Relax and enjoy the spectacular scenery at the base of the falls.

Day 3 Kakadu - Darwin: This morning, stop at Ubirr with a short walk to view Aboriginal rock art. Join the Guluyambi Cruise along the East Alligator River in search of saltwater crocodiles. The tour has an Aboriginal guide, and with the special permission of the local people, you will be able to go ashore in Arnhem Land. Visit the Bowali Visitor Centre. Return to Darwin.

Note: Between November and May access to Ubirr and East Alligator River is not always possible. Alternative touring will be arranged.

Itinerary Options

Optional Extras are available at an additional cost.

Day 2: Scenic Flight over the Arnhem Land Escarpment

Highlights

Guluyambi Cruise Litchfield National Park Tolmer Falls Florence Falls

Inclusions

Accommodation in Budget, Standard or Superior hotels, on a twin share basis. Lunch daily Guluyambi Cruise Yellow Water Billabong Cruise Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre

Times

Departs: 6.30am Daily from Shop 6/52 Mitchell St, Darwin (or earlier from your hotel)
Returns: 6.00pm approximately to Darwin

Additional Information

Instant Quote: Provides rates in Australian Dollars including GST
Children: Child rates apply for children under 15 years when sharing with at least one adult
Luggage Allowance: One medium size suitcase per person plus an overnight bag
What to Bring: Comfortable, casual clothing, strong non-slip walking shoes, sun hats and sunglasses
Operated By: AAT Kings