Combine our immersive 5 day luxury small-group 4WD tour of Arnhem Land, Kakadu and the Cobourg Peninsula with comprehensive Top End touring from Darwin to experience Katherine Gorge, Litchfield, jumping crocs and more. Join a privileged few people that will feel the true spirit of ancient Arnhem Land staying at Cobourg Coastal Wilderness Lodge. Experience a remarkable wetland cruise, Maguk (Barramundi Gorge), Ubirr, Mamukala Wetlands, Nawurlandja Lookout, guided Aboriginal rock-art tour of Injalak Hill, Cobourg Marine Park and Victoria Settlement historic site. Enjoy 4 days on the Cobourg Peninsula, 1 day in Kakadu and 6 nights in Darwin with Katherine Gorge, Litchfield and Jumping crocs tours plus flights, Top End luxury coach touring, many meals and personalised transfers. Venture deep into the heart of Arnhem Land and experience Australia’s largest Marine Park by luxury 4WD as well as by boat. See the famous Jumping Crocodiles of the Adelaide River, enjoy a cruise along Katherine Gorge and a tour to Litchfield National Park in this truly immersive Top End experience. Themes include: Northern Territory, Departs from Darwin, Luxury 4WD, Returns from Darwin. + Show more

Package Includes

Return Flights to Darwin (pricing options)
5 Day Luxury Kakadu, Arnhem Land & Cobourg Peninsula 4WD Tour (Small Group)
5 Nights Darwin Hotel (superior 4 star)
3 Nights Cobourg Coastal Wilderness Lodge (Permanent Safari Tent)
1 Night Kakadu Accommodation
Breakfast Daily, 7 Lunches, 5 Dinners including Special Cruise Dinner
Cobourg Marine Park Cruise
Cobourg Marine Park 4WD Tour (Small Group)
Darwin City Tour
Katherine Gorge Luxury Day Tour
Litchfield National Park Luxury Day Tour
Jumping Crocodiles Luxury Half Day Tour
Special Sunset Harbour Dinner Cruise
Cruise at Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge
Cruise Along Adelaide River
Meet and Greet Personalised Return Airport Transfers

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Arnhem Land 4WD Cobourg Peninsula Kakadu National Park Luxury Kakadu, Arnhem Land & Cobourg Peninsula 4WD Darwin Cobourg Coastal Wilderness Lodge Cobourg Marine Park Cobourg Marine Park Cruise Cobourg Marine Park 4WD Tour Katherine Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge Cruise Litchfield National Park Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge Adelaide River Cruise Corroboree Billabong Corroboree Billabong Cruise Maguk (Barramundi) Gorge White Lily Billabong Barramundi Creek Jumping Crocodiles Cruise Barramundi Falls Nawurlandja Lookout Anbangbang Billabong Nourlangie Rock Cahill's Crossing East Alligator River Gunbalanya Community Injalak Arts & Crafts Centre Injalak Hill Rock Art Galleries (up to 50,000 years old) Victoria Settlement Port Essington Cobourg Peninsula Wetlands Northern Cobourg Beaches Cobourg Marine Park Cultural & Information Centre Florence Falls Wangi Falls Termite Mounds Adelaide River Special Cruise Dinner Ubirr Rock Arnhem Highway Mamukala Wetlands Birdlife Turtles Crocodiles Wetlands Fishing Mud Crabbing NT Government House Trendy Darwin Wharf

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DAY 1 Fly to Darwin

When you arrive into Darwin you can sense the cosmopolitan and thriving atmosphere of this historic tropical North Australian city. You will be personally met at the airport by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred from the airport to your hotel. You can relax and use the rest of the day to explore your hotel and its facilities, perhaps take a stroll around the neighbourhood and central Darwin.

Meet and Greet Personalised Arrival Transfer, Overnight Darwin Accommodation

DAY 2 Darwin Town Tour & Sunset Dinner Cruise

Today we embark on a fascinating 5 hour guided tour of Darwin's rich culture and history. Your friendly local driver will pick you up in the comfortable air-conditioned coach before sharing experiences, fascinating facts and enchanting stories in the on-board full commentary. Enjoy the colourful sights of our unique city, take in the devastation of Cyclone Tracy, marvel at the majesty of Darwin Harbour, tour through the World War II Oil Storage Tunnels (engineering feat built to protect Darwin's oil supplies from the Japanese, now also houses a collection of Allied wartime photographs), see Sweetheart (famous 5.1m crocodile responsible for a series of attacks on boats) at the NT Museum and Art Gallery, and see Historical Palmerston Town, Parliament House, Military Museum, Darwin Waterfront, Darwin Botanic Gardens, Fannie Bay Gaol, the Qantas Hanger, the Darwin Aviation Museum and much more.

Immerse yourself in the heart of Darwin's captivating tales, from its quirky characters to its rich heritage and World War II history. Be regaled by our expert local guide who will reveal the stories, people, and anecdotes that have indelibly shaped this remarkable city.

For your Special Dinner Cruise tonight, dine onboard your luxury vessel, savouring a delicious Territory-style buffet dinner (with salad bar) with first-class service as you look out across the pristine Arafura Sea and Darwin city. Take in one of Darwin’s world-famous sunsets as you indulge in local fresh seafood and produce. What an amazing first full day in the Top End!

Breakfast, Darwin Town Tour with Hotel Pick Up, Sunset Harbour Cruise, Buffet Dinner, Overnight Darwin Accommodation

DAY 3 Katherine Gorge (Nitmiluk) Luxury Day Tour & Cruise

Today, experience the epic beauty and awe inspiring grandeur of Katherine Gorge and surrounding national park (now known by its traditional Aboriginal name of Nitmiluk). Your friendly driver will pick you up in a comfortable air-conditioned luxury coach before sharing experiences, fascinating facts and enchanting stories in the onboard commentary throughout the day. Head south from Darwin on the renowned Stuart Highway through the territory’s tropics - see endless outback scrub and World War II airstrips. Take a break at Adelaide River, visit Adelaide River War Cemetery (with memorial of the Darwin air raids in the 1940's) and spot for wallabies. Travel the western side of Nitmiluk National Park to the spectacular Edith (Leliyn) Falls in the heart of this untamed wilderness. Be enveloped by the serenity as Edith Falls cascades down with breathtaking grace - creating a sanctuary of tranquillity with emerald pools and the gentle whispers of nature (perhaps take a swim in the waterhole below the falls or relax on the grassy banks).

Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch at Katherine Gorge. Carved through ancient sandstone by the rhythmic dance of the Katherine River, Nitmiluk Gorge stands as a majestic testament to nature's enduring power. Take a two hour guided tour and scenic cruise through the Gorge looking for freshwater crocodiles on the banks and marvelling at the stark, sheer, richly coloured escarpments of the Nitmiluk Gorge canyon. Tour through the outback township of Katherine (third largest in the Territory), continuing via the historic gold mining town of Pine Creek. Arrive back into Darwin with your camera full of wonderful new memories.

Breakfast, Luxury Coach Tour with Hotel Pick-Up, Scenic Cruise through Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge, Guided Tour, Buffet Lunch, Overnight Darwin Accommodation

DAY 4 Jumping Crocodiles

Enjoy some free-time this morning to explore Darwin before you set off for an exciting afternoon.

Travel inland to cruise a section of the Adelaide River and witness saltwater crocodiles close up as they leap out of the water to snatch their food. The Adelaide River starts in Litchfield National Park and is well known for its high concentration of saltwater crocodiles, along with other wildlife including white-bellied sea eagles, whistling kites, freshwater crocodiles, bull sharks and black flying-fox. An excellent opportunity to observe these primeval creatures as you cruise along the Adelaide River.

Today you will cruise the Adelaide River in crocodile infested waters, watch as your guide entices massive wild saltwater crocodiles to jump and snatch their food (witnessing crocodiles up close). Experience the ultimate thrill as these magnificent creatures leap out of the water with sheer power and grace - creating a profound sense of excitement and awe that will stay with you forever.

Enjoy a stop at Howard Springs, for a chance to see barramundi and turtles. Today is an amazing adventure.

Breakfast, Luxury Coach Tour with Hotel Pick-Up, cruise along Adelaide River, Overnight Darwin Accommodation

DAY 5 Litchfield National Park

This is a truly beautiful and spiritual destination. The iconic Litchfield National Park is famous for stunning cascading tropical waterfalls, warm swimming holes, the Tabletop Range sandstone plateau, monsoon tropical rainforests, intriguing magnetic termite mounds and ancient Aboriginal sites of the Wagait people. Significant attractions include Florence Falls, Buley Rockhole, Wangi Falls, Tolmer Falls, Tjaetaba Falls, Tjaynera Falls (Sandy Creek), Surprise Creek Falls, Blyth Homestead and Bamboo Creek.

Today you will discover Litchfield, including Florence Falls, the termite mounds, Wangi Falls and Tolmer Falls with the opportunity to take a dip in refreshing natural plunge pools bordered by magnificent pandanus palms.

We skirt Francis Bay on Darwin Harbour and head south out of Darwin on the Stuart Highway to Litchfield National Park. Visit Florence Falls (stunning views, perhaps walk down to the plunge pool for a swim in this beautiful oasis), see monsoon forests and woodland areas on an Interpretive Guided Walk, take a walk to Tolmer Falls (breathtaking valley with a waterfall, home to colonies of rare ghost and orange horseshoe bats, and distant views toward the coast over cattle stations), enjoy lunch surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of Litchfield, visit Wangi Falls and the large enticing plunge pool (perhaps take a dip or a stroll through lush tropical forest or relax and just take it all in), stop at the Meridien Termite Mounds (learn about Cathedral and Magnetic Termite Mounds). Then sit back and enjoy the views, reflecting on your enchanting day of enriching experiences on this beautiful and spiritual land.

Breakfast, Luxury Coach Tour with Hotel Pick Ups, Lunch, Overnight Darwin Accommodation

DAY 6 Tour from Darwin to Kakadu

Enjoy an early pick up from your Darwin hotel for your small-group 4WD adventure to Kakadu and Arnhem Land. Immerse yourself in a fascinating guided cruise along the Corroboree Billabong to spot salt water crocodiles and the large variety of birdlife enroute to World Heritage protected Kakadu National Park.

Next, stop at White Lily Billabong – a serene sanctuary where tranquil waters mirror the vibrant hues of the outback skies - before arriving at “Maguk” also known as Barramundi Gorge. Enjoy a scenic walk along Barramundi Creek to the base of Barramundi Falls where you have the opportunity to swim or snorkel in the plunge pool at the base of the falls.

Depart Barramundi Gorge late this afternoon for Nawurlandja Lookout. Take a short climb up the sloping sandstone to get panoramic views of the sun setting across Nourlangie Rock, Anbangbang Billabong and the Arnhem Land escarpment.

Depart after sunset for Jabiru and your overnight Kakadu accommodation.

Breakfast, Small Group Luxury 4WD Tour with Hotel Pick Up, Corroboree Billabong Cruise, Lunch, Dinner, Overnight Kakadu Accommodation

DAY 7 Explore Arnhem Land

Depart Jabiru after breakfast and travel to the northern region of Kakadu. Cross the East Alligator River at Cahill’s Crossing and travel into Arnhem Land. Enjoy a scenic drive into the Gunbalanya Aboriginal community and take in vistas of the floodplains covered in bird life and water lilies.

Visit the Injalak Arts and Crafts Centre where you can meet and watch traditional local artists creating wares before enjoying a guided tour of the Injalak Hill art sites with your local Aboriginal guide. You will see some of the best Indigenous rock art before continuing your journey on to the Cobourg Peninsula.

On arrival at the Cobourg Coastal Wilderness Lodge, watch the sun set over Point Essington while you enjoy nibbles served by the resident camp caretakers on the cliff top. We enjoy three nights at this remarkable and remote Arnhem Land location, staying in comfortable permanent safari tents for this incredible bucket-list wilderness experience.

Breakfast, Arnhem Land Scenic Drive, Lunch, Guided Rock Art Tour, Sunset Nibbles, Dinner, Overnight Cobourg Coastal Wilderness Lodge Accommodation

DAY 8 Cobourg Marine Park Cruise

Enjoy a “Cobourg-style” cooked breakfast before spending the day exploring the northern territory’s biggest Marine Park by boat. Look for marine turtles, manta rays, dolphins, sharks, crocodiles, mud crabs and plenty more!

During your cruise, visit the Victoria Settlement ruins, established prior to Darwin as a military outpost but later abandoned. These poignant stone ruins that grace the Port Essington shoreline remain as a testament to the profound hardships endured by early colonists.

Enjoy some fishing and spot more marine life along this majestic stretch of coastline on our way back to camp.

You have a free afternoon to relax and explore the nearby beaches, go fishing or just read a book and enjoy the outdoors. The choice is yours.

This evening, enjoy a freshly caught seafood dinner!

Breakfast, Cobourg Marine Park Cruise, Lunch, Special Seafood Dinner, Overnight Cobourg Coastal Wilderness Lodge Accommodation

DAY 9 Cobourg Peninsula 4WD Tour

Today, explore the eastern side of the park by 4WD. Cobourg is home to the first RAMSAR wetland (wetlands of international importance) in the world and where you can find paperbark swamps and billabongs just 100 metres from the coastline.

Continue your journey via the northern beaches where you will be able to explore exposed coral reefs and rock pools due to the low tide. The northern beaches are also commonly used as turtle nesting areas.

After lunch, have an opportunity to go mud crabbing using local and traditional Aboriginal methods. Learn how to hunt and gather these delicacies before trying your hand at it yourself.

On your way back to the wilderness lodge, visit the Marine Park’s Cultural and Information Centre to gain a deeper insight into this fascinating region.

Breakfast, Cobourg Marine Park 4WD Tour, Lunch, Mud Crabbing, Dinner, Overnight Cobourg Coastal Wilderness Lodge Accommodation

DAY 10 Tour from Cobourg Peninsula to Darwin via Kakadu & Arnhem Land

Enjoy an early start to your day admiring the glorious bush scenery of Arnhem Land as you make your way back to Darwin via Kakadu National Park. Enjoy numerous stops along the way before enjoying lunch on the banks of the East Alligator River.

After lunch, visit Ubirr Rock where you can spend time viewing some of the best Aboriginal rock art in Kakadu. A brief stroll to the summit of Ubirr rewards you with breath-taking vistas, unveiling the sprawling wetlands and majestic stone landscapes that grace the surroundings. Enroute to Darwin, stop at the Mamukala Wetlands which is home to a multitude of native birds and is at times a haven for thousands of Magpie Geese.

Arrive in Darwin this evening and settle in to your Darwin hotel.

Breakfast, Tour to Darwin via Kakadu & Arnhem Land, Lunch, Overnight Darwin Accommodation

DAY 11 Fly Home

Today marks the end of your magical journey. You will be personally met at your hotel by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred from your hotel to the airport for your flight home.

Breakfast, Meet and Greet Personalised Departure Transfer

Luxury 4WD Touring

Your special overnight small group Luxury 4WD Touring includes all meals, entrance fees and excursions.

Flights Included

This package includes all flights as detailed below in the price section (including all fees, levies and taxes). However, we can tailor this package to include our special discounted 'package only' airfares from anywhere. Simply let us know.

Airport and Hotel Transfers Included

You will be personally met at the airport by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred from the airport to your hotel and from your hotel to the airport to meet your flight home.

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