Day 1 Arrive in Darwin and pick up your vehicle before settling into your accommodation and spending the afternoon exploring the local highlights that Darwin has to offer.

Darwin is a modern city whose flair and charm is a real surprise to people who aren’t expecting it. Include a visit to one of the great pubs, eateries or café’s in the city or overlooking the marina and wharf. Well attended markets and sensational sunsets cap off a great day in Darwin.

Day 2 Travel the 260 km from Darwin to Kakadu National Park along the Arnhem Hwy, Along the way you have the opportunity to explore one of the most populated biomass regions in the world with abundant birdlife, crocodiles and other flora and fauna. Self explore or choose from the available wetlands or jumping croc cruises before continuing on to Kakadu (Please note: cruises are extra cost).

After entering Kakadu check in to your accommodation and relax for a while before heading out to to explore the East Alligator escarpment and aboriginal rock art at Ubirr Rock. Time your visit to Ubirr to watch the incredible sunset over the Wetlands. – A Must Do! (Bus Groups not allowed at Ubirr for sunset) Return to Jabiru where you will spend the night.

A full day exploring the magnificent natural and cultural attractions that make Kakadu National Park such a special place. You have the option to spend the day on a guided tour of Arnhemland or Jim Jim, Twin Falls (extra cost).

Alternatively spend the day visiting the excellent (both in design and content) Visitors & Culture Centres. Explore the rock art and spectacular lookouts near Nourlangie or the surrounding wetlands and attractions around Yellow Waters Cooinda. If you have chosen to upgrade to a 4WD vehicle you add the option of exploring the spectacular waterfalls and safe swimming areas of Kakadu. (If you choose to hire a 4WD we recommend adding an extra day to your itinerary).

A full day experiencing more of the attractions in World Heritage Listed Kakadu and heading south to Katherine. You have the option to wake up early and do the popular 2hr Sunrise Yellow Waters Cruise (extra cost). The flood plains and swamps of Yellow Waters offer an abundance of wildlife (incl crocodiles) & flora making this one of Kakadu’s great experiences.

Spend the day exploring the attractions in the central and southern regions of Kakadu at your own pace before leaving the Park and heading for Katherine taking the time to stop off for a swim at picturesque Edith Falls before arriving in Katherine.

Today you will explore the spectacle of the river, shear cliffs and rock art that make Katherine Gorge such a popular attraction. There are four ways to explore the Park, bushwalking, helicopter flight, boat cruise or canoe. The best way to see Katherine Gorge is a combination of two.

If you take up the option of the 3.5hr – 3 Gorge Cruise (extra cost) or one of the southern walks spend the day at Katherine Gorge. Alternatively spend half a day at Katherine Gorge and explore the attractions and places to swim around Katherine including the Hots springs and Low level Nature Park.

Depart from Katherine and start travelling back towards Darwin with a detour to the spectacular waterfalls and scenic watercourses of Litchfield National Park. Litchfield is THE most attractive park in the Top End. It’s spring fed year round swimming holes make it a must visit destination for anyone touring the Top End. Your departure time from Katherine will depend on how many of the 13 attractions you want to explore and/or swim at in Litchfield.

A free morning to relax and re-enter Litchfield National Park before returning to Darwin. Spend as little or as long as you like at Litchfield depending on how you feel on the day. Your decision will be based on what time you need to arrive in Darwin for your departure. Please note; Package price is based on vehicle being returned at the same time as picked up on Day 1.