Combine 4 days at the exclusive Wildman Luxury Wilderness Lodge (near Kakadu) with 5 days of all-inclusive Darwin touring featuring Katherine, Litchfield & the jumping crocodiles. Your Wildman stay includes 4WD touring of Kakadu, a cruise along Home Billabong plus everything you'd expect at a top wilderness lodge. Enjoy a cruise along Katherine Gorge, see the famous Jumping Crocodiles of the Adelaide River, visit Litchfield National Park and take in the sunset on the Arafura Sea on a sunset dinner cruise in this magical Top End adventure. Themes include: Northern Territory, Departs from Darwin, Luxury Coach, Returns from Darwin. + Show more

Package Includes

Return Flights to Darwin (pricing options below)
5 Nights Darwin Hotel (superior 4 star)
3 Nights Wildman Luxury Wilderness Lodge Accommodation
Full Day Luxury Kakadu 4WD Tour (Small Group)
Katherine Gorge Luxury Coach Tour
Litchfield National Park Luxury Day Tour
Jumping Crocodile Luxury Half Day Tour
Home Billabong Cruise
Darwin City Tour
Breakfast Daily, 2 Lunches, 4 Dinners including Special Cruise Dinner
Wildman Wilderness Lodge Return Transfers
Meet and Greet Personalised Return Airport Transfers

Highlights

Wildman Luxury Kakadu Lodge Darwin Katherine Gorge Cruise Katherine Kakadu National Park Mary River National Park Mary River Wetlands Jumping Crocodiles Cruise Adelaide River Litchfield National Park Wangi Falls Tolmer Falls Termite Mounds Home Billabong Home Billabong Cruise Buley Rockhole Rock Art Galleries (up to 50,000 years old) Nourlangie Rock South Alligator River Special Cruise Dinner Ubirr Rock Mamukala Wetlands Mamukala Observation Platform East Alligator River Bowali Visitor Centre Cahill's Crossing Florence Falls Mitchell Street restaurants and cafes NT Government House Fannie Bay Trendy Darwin Wharf Charles Darwin National Park Darwin Convention Centre Darwin Botanic Gardens World War II Oil Storage Tunnels Mindil Beach Sunset Markets

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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

Darwin, remote, romantic and refined. Set in Australia's scenic outback breathtaking vistas abound, home to outdoor festivals, WWII history and ocean-front eateries, the balmy and beautiful surrounds of Australia's 'Top End' are captivating.

Enjoy a leisurely start to your day today before your fascinating 4 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, Botanical Gardens, the Qantas Hanger and much more.

Time to relax and take your time getting ready for your Special Dinner tonight. As the sun goes down you will cruise off into the balmy tropical evening on a relaxing 2.5-hour sunset cruise around the harbor. Take in the cool night air on the top deck, experience the early-evening views of Darwin's Harbour and the unforgettable Top End sunsets. For your Special Dinner tonight, dine onboard the vessel, savoring a delicious buffet dinner (with salad bar) and first-class service as you look out across the pristine Arafura Sea. What an amazing first full day in the Top End!

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

DAY 3 Katherine Gorge Luxury Day Tour & Cruise

Set-off this morning for a day filled with spectacular and unique Territory scenery and rich human stories. Experience the grandeur of Katherine Gorge's dramatic setting of towering rock wall ramparts protruding out of the banks of the Katherine River, learn some of the ancient Aboriginal Dreamtime stories, see prolific birdlife and cruise through this spectacular gorge. Discover Edith Falls (cascading down the sheer rock wall face into a paperbark encompassed plunge pool), Pine Creek, and the take time at the well maintained Adelaide River War Cemetery to get a real sense of modern Australian history.

Your friendly driver will pick you up in the comfortable air-conditioned luxury coach before sharing experiences, fascinating facts and enchanting stories in the onboard full commentary throughout the day. Head south from Darwin on the Stuart Highway, 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), spot for wallabies, travel the western side of Nitmiluk National Park to the spectacular Edith Falls (perhaps take a swim in the waterhole below the falls or relax on the grassy banks). Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch at the Katherine Gorge in Nitmiluk National Park. Take a two hour guided tour and scenic cruise through Katherine Gorge (look for freshwater crocodiles on the banks) - marvelling at the stark, sheer, richly coloured escarpments of the Katherine Gorge canyon. Tour through the outback township of Katherine (third largest in the Territory), stop at Adelaide River (perhaps purchase the local delicacy 'Barra and chips'). Arrive back into Darwin with your camera full of wonderful new memories.

Breakfast, Luxury Coach Tour with Hotel Pick-Up, Scenic Cruise through 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.

Visit the Wetland View Top & Information Centre (educational display with sweeping views over the wetlands from the top deck). 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, Tolmer Falls, Buley Rockhole and will have the opportunity to take a dip in refreshing natural plunge pools boarded by magnificent pandanas palms.

We skirt Francis Bay on Darwin Harbour, head south out of Darwin on the Stuart Highway, take a short break at the town of Batchelor, stop at the Meridean Termite Mounds (learn about Cathedral and Magnetic Termite Mounds), visit Florence Falls (stunning views, perhaps walk down to the plunge pool for a swim in this beautiful oasis), visit Buley Rockhole (cascades and many rockpools offer an opportunity for a refreshing swim), perhaps take a walk to Tolmer Falls (breathtaking valley with a waterfall and distant views toward the coast over cattle stations), see monsoon forests and woodland areas, enjoy a homestyle lunch (with cold meats, salad and tea or coffee), visit Wangi Falls and plunge pool (perhaps take a dip or a stroll through lush tropical forest or relax and just take it all in). Head back to Darwin, reflecting on your enchanting day of enriching experiences on this beautiful and spiritual land.

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

DAY 6 Tour from Darwin to Wildman Luxury Kakadu Lodge

Enjoy a leisurely start to your morning before being picked up from your Darwin hotel for your tour from Darwin to the Wildman Luxury Kakadu Lodge. Tour through Palmerston, cross the mighty Adelaide River, and into Mary River National Park to the Wildman Wilderness Lodge in the Mary River wetlands, your home for the next three nights.

Breakfast, Tour from Darwin to Wildman Wilderness Lodge, Dinner, Overnight Wildman Wilderness Lodge Accommodation.

DAY 7 Kakadu Luxury 4WD Tour

Located 240 kilometres east of Darwin, Kakadu National Park is Australia’s largest National Park spanning a massive 20000 square kilometres! It encompasses wetlands, rivers, and huge sandstone escarpments.

Enjoy an early pick up this morning and travel along the Arnhem Highway to world famous Kakadu National Park. Stop by the South Alligator River on your way to Ubirr Rock, one of the most famous sites of this World Heritage National Park. Ubirr Rock is famous for its rock art and get take in the three main galleries of art that are accessible to visitors. Climb to the top of the Rock to take in magnificent panoramic views of the surrounding floodplains and escarpments.

After lunch by East Alligator River, walk to Cahills Crossing to spot crocodiles. Later, visit the Mamukala observation platform for stunning views of the surrounding wetlands and experience the incredible variety of the National Park’s birdlife.

Return to Wildman Wilderness Lodge later this afternoon and enjoy the rest of the day at your own leisure.

Breakfast, Full Day Kakadu Luxury 4WD Tour with Hotel Pick Up, Picnic Lunch, Dinner, Overnight Wildman Wilderness Lodge Accommodation.

DAY 8 Home Billabong Cruise & Explore Wildman

Today spend the day exploring the Wildman Wilderness Lodge. Take a 1 hour cruise along cruise along the Home Billabong this morning. Take in the ever changing ecosystem with your experienced guide who will give you an insight into the flora and fauna of the region.

Later enjoy an optional airboat safari across the wetlands or just make use of lodge’s facilities.

The choice is yours!

Breakfast, Home Billabong Cruise, Dinner, Overnight Wildman Wilderness Lodge Accommodation.

DAY 9 Depart Wildman Wilderness Lodge & Fly Home

After breakfast, you will be picked up from Wildman Wilderness Lodge and transferred to Darwin Airport for your flight home.

Breakfast, Transfer to Darwin Airport.

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 Transfers Included

You will be personally met at the airport by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred from the airport to your hotel. You will also be transferred from Wildman Wilderness Lodge to Darwin Airport for your flight home.

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*Starting holiday costs per person, two share, for low seasons (A$). Seasonal surcharges apply outside of low season. $40 per person National Park entry fee payable direct on arrival at Wildman Wilderness Lodge. As prices vary based on travel dates, be flexible with dates to get the for the best deals! Itinerary and vehicle types subject to change without notice. Subject to limited availability at these prices, after which higher prices apply, book now. Some governments and service operators have Covid vaccination requirements. Your included flights advised via email with 24 hours to select alternative flights, routing or airline (alternatives may be at a higher price). Included flights may not be the most direct routing. Arrive earlier/stay longer for specified airports only. Stop-overs are not possible. Subject to Booking Conditions, see Important Information before booking. © DISCOVER AUSTRALIA Booking Code: mp266