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The 15 Best Darwin Tours & Kakadu Trips

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Darwin is the jumping-off point for Litchfield, Kakadu and a river full of saltwater crocodiles. These 15 are priced by distance and season, with a note on which roads close in the wet.

Litchfield National Park and Jumping Crocodile Cruise - Magnetic termite mounds bring a touch of the strange
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Litchfield National Park and Jumping Crocodile Cruise

1.Litchfield National Park and Jumping Crocodile Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,119 reviews · from $172Our pick

Spend about 11 hours with Litchfield Escapes, pairing an early Adelaide River cruise with Litchfield’s Wangi Falls, Florence Falls, Buley Rockhole, and termite mounds. Guides such as Dylan, Daz, Will, and Damo provide local stories, lunch, snacks, and return transport for groups capped at 24.

“Our guide, Will, was amazing! He drove the bus while telling good stories and a wide range of local knowledge the whole time; history, bush tucker, everything! Will also pointed out everything we needed to know. He had a great sense of humour and kept it fun but very safety conscious with the jumping crocs. It was very well organised, he's great at his job.”

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Adelaide River Cruises - Jumping Crocodile Experience - The first minutes on the water
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Adelaide River Cruises – Jumping Crocodile Experience

2.Adelaide River Cruises – Jumping Crocodile Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 997 reviews · from $43

Cruise the Adelaide River for about an hour as guides such as Jack, Jake, Dillon, and John point out crocodiles and local wildlife. Food brings large saltwater crocodiles close to the fully shaded boat, with a maximum of 28 people for clear views. The cruise departs from Middle Point, near Fogg Dam.

“Saw 14+ crocs including Dominator & Brutus. Amazing, nailbiting, raw & natural croc country. Operator knowledge & explanations, so informative. A must see.”

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Sunset 3-Hour Cruise from Darwin with Dinner and Sparkling Wine - The first minutes bring sparkling wine
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Sunset 3-Hour Cruise from Darwin with Dinner and Sparkling Wine

3.Sunset 3-Hour Cruise from Darwin with Dinner and Sparkling Wine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 980 reviews · from $132

Meet Sail Darwin at Stokes Hill Wharf for a prompt 5pm departure aboard a catamaran limited to 36 people. Sip unlimited sparkling wine, enjoy food served throughout the three-hour cruise, and watch the sun set over Darwin Harbour. BYO drinks are welcome and can be chilled onboard.

“Great relaxed time on the boat, everyone was very friendly, plenty of champagne and food.really recommend this experience.”

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From Darwin: Litchfield Park Tour & Jumping Crocodile Cruise - The Adelaide River crocodile cruise
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From Darwin: Litchfield Park Tour & Jumping Crocodile Cruise

4.Litchfield Park Tour & Jumping Crocodile Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 829 reviews · 11 hours · from $162

Travel from Darwin in a small, air-conditioned group with guides such as Dylan, Will, Daz, or Damo. Cruise the Adelaide River for close views of jumping crocodiles, then swim at Wangi Falls, Buley Rock Hole, and Florence Falls with lunch, snacks, and hotel pickup included.

“The tour was perfect. Daz picked up on time. Along the way he was full of information. The Crocodile jumping experience was absolutely fabulous. Stopping at some beautiful waterfalls in Lichfield National Park for a swim. Lunch and snacks all included. Plus coffee breaks along the way. Finally checking out a termite hill. Arriving back in Darwin at around 5 ish. Lovely day”

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Charles Darwin Dinner Cruise - Boarding at Stokes Hill Wharf
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Charles Darwin Dinner Cruise

5.Charles Darwin Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 820 reviews · from $111

Sail Darwin Harbour for about two hours aboard the three-level Charles Darwin catamaran. You’ll pass Cullen Bay and Fannie Bay, watch the Top End sunset, and enjoy a Territory-style buffet in air-conditioned comfort or on the sundeck. Commentary covers Darwin history and cyclone stories.

“Great service, great food, great views. When booking, it would be good to have the option of sitting inside or outside. We were allocated an inside table but were relieved that an outside table was available.”

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Kakadu Day Tour from Darwin with Offroad Dreaming - Ubirr’s paintings and the Nadab floodplain
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Kakadu Day Tour from Darwin with Offroad Dreaming

6.Kakadu Day Tour from Darwin with Offroad Dreaming

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 776 reviews · from $243

Leave Darwin at 6:00 am for a 14-hour Kakadu adventure with Offroad Dreaming. See Ubirr rock art and Nadab floodplain views in the dry season, then cruise the East Alligator River with an Aboriginal guide. March and April may switch to Nourlangie and Yellow Water.

“Guide (Dan) was great. Very knowledgeable. Highlights were: scenic overlook and boat ride on Alligator river.”

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Cape Adieu Darwin Sunset Dinner Cruise - Darwin’s sunset from the water
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Cape Adieu Darwin Sunset Dinner Cruise

7.Cape Adieu Darwin Sunset Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 750 reviews · from $121

Board the traditional two-masted ketch Cape Adieu at Stokes Hill Wharf for a 2.5-hour Darwin Harbour cruise. Enjoy a fresh four-course dinner prepared onboard, hear commentary from the crew, watch the sunset, and buy drinks from the licensed bar. Grace and Captain Munro help give the outing its personal feel.

“3 hour cruise on Darwin harbour. We really enjoyed it. The staff were so friendly and their service exceptional. We were treated to a delicious 3 course meal which was served up in a timely manner. The scenery around the harbour looked great. Warm air breeze was so inviting. The whole experience was so much better than we could ever imagine it would be. We highly recommend this cruise. Unforgettable experience.”

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Yellow Water Cruise - Kakadu - What happens at Cooinda and on the boat
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Yellow Water Cruise – Kakadu

8.Yellow Water Cruise – Kakadu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 573 reviews · from $75

Take a 90-minute or 2-hour guided cruise through Kakadu’s Yellow Water Billabong, part of the South Alligator River system. Guides such as Dennis, Jess, Sarah, and Gecko share stories about wildlife, wetlands, and Bininj culture while you watch for crocodiles, jabirus, buffalo, birds, and water lilies.

“Amazing tour by Jess. Answered all questions with Great informative knowledge on Kakadu wildlife. Must Do!!”

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1 Day Corroboree Billabong Wetland Experience including 2.5 hour cruise + lunch - Window on the Wetlands explains what you are seeing
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1 Day Corroboree Billabong Wetland Experience including 2.5 hour cruise + lunch

9.1 Day Corroboree Billabong Wetland Experience including 2.5 hour cruise + lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 501 reviews · from $168

Travel from Darwin with guides such as Evan, Cameron, or Connie to Fogg Dam, Window on the Wetlands, and Corroboree Billabong. A shaded 2.5-hour cruise brings you close to wild crocodiles, jabiru, sea eagles, and other Top End wildlife, with lunch served on board.

“The whole experience was wonderful. Connie was a really lovely lady who was full of interesting information and clearly loved imparting this to all on board. Really loved seeing the special Jabiru couple (birds) and the white belly sea eagles and their spectacular nests. Thanks for a wonderful day Connie.”

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The Croc Bus to the Famous Jumping Crocodile Cruise - Stop one: the world’s largest boxing crocodile
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The Croc Bus to the Famous Jumping Crocodile Cruise

10.The Croc Bus to the Famous Jumping Crocodile Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 481 reviews · from $93

Ride the air-conditioned Croc Bus from Darwin to the Adelaide River for a one-hour jumping crocodile cruise, with stops at Humpty Doo and Fogg Dam. Guides such as Lloyd, Jake, Daz, or Darryl add local stories, while skipper Dylan keeps the close-range boat ride calm and safe.

“This Experience was everything it was promised and more...Incredible Day seeing huge crocs, but felt like we were in safe hands throughout the tour..Would recommend”

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Litchfield Day Tour from Darwin with Offroad Dreaming - Magnetic Termite Mounds: a quick stop with a strange payoff
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Litchfield Day Tour from Darwin with Offroad Dreaming

11.Litchfield Day Tour from Darwin with Offroad Dreaming

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 463 reviews · from $183

Spend about 12 hours with Offroad Dreaming exploring Litchfield National Park, swimming at Florence Falls, Wangi Falls and Buley Rockhole, then watching crocodiles on a one-hour Adelaide River cruise. Guides such as Kelda, Mike and Emily add local detail, while lunch, snacks, water and hotel transfers are included.

“Awesome tour guide (thanks, Dan). Wonder experience. Better than expected. Swimming in the waterholes was a lifetime experience. Seeing the waterfalls was brilliant. Loved the small tour group. Thank you Rex for your awesome jumping croc tour.”

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Darwin Sunset Cruise Including Fish 'n' Chips - A small boat with a more personal feel
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Darwin Sunset Cruise Including Fish ‘n’ Chips

12.Darwin Sunset Cruise Including Fish ‘n’ Chips

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 441 reviews · from $78

Board Sea Darwin Sea Tiwi at 5:30pm for a 1-hour-45-minute cruise from Stokes Hill Wharf. Enjoy wild-caught Northern Territory fish and chips, one beer, sparkling wine, or soft drink, and sunset views toward Fannie Bay. The small boat holds up to 32 people.

“Relaxing and informative didn’t need to be any longer. Boat and seats very comfortable crew exceptional.”

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Litchfield and Jumping Crocodiles Full Day Trip from Darwin - The Adelaide River and its flying crocodiles
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Litchfield and Jumping Crocodiles Full Day Trip from Darwin

13.Litchfield and Jumping Crocodiles Full Day Trip from Darwin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 433 reviews · from $190

Leave Darwin at 7:00 am for a 12-hour small-group trip with Wallaroo Tours, Tour Tub, and Jumping Crocodile Adventure. Ride the Adelaide River Pathfinder, visit Litchfield’s termite mounds and waterfalls, swim in the Dry season, enjoy lunch, and finish with sparkling wine at sunset. Guides may include Ian or Ash.

“The jumping crocodiles were great and it was wonderful to see the hawks swooping. The termite mounds were interesting, especially when Ash our guide explained about them. The swimming spots were lovely, but as we were not into swimming it did in a way get a little boring, but that was entirely our fault. Overall it was a very good tour.”

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Darwin Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour - Mitchell Street: Crocosaurus Cove and Doctors Gully
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Darwin Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

14.Darwin Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 428 reviews · from $35Best value

Use a 24 or 48-hour Darwin hop-on hop-off pass to reach Crocosaurus Cove, Cullen Bay, Mindil Markets, the Military Museum, and the Waterfront Precinct. Ride the open-top double-decker bus for recorded commentary, then hop off to explore at your own pace. Check operating hours carefully before booking.

“We found the 2 gentlemen running the tour very welcoming and friendly . The tour was very interesting”

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Katherine Day Tour from Darwin including Katherine Gorge Cruise - The 6:00 am departure and the road to Katherine
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Katherine Day Tour from Darwin including Katherine Gorge Cruise

15.Katherine Day Tour from Darwin including Katherine Gorge Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 428 reviews · from $235

Travel from Darwin to Nitmiluk National Park by air-conditioned coach with a local guide such as Mel, Kunch, or Anthony. Visit the Adelaide River War Cemetery, swim at Edith Falls when conditions allow, enjoy a buffet lunch, and cruise between Katherine Gorge’s sandstone cliffs.

“Expect long hours traveling by bus Bus very confortable With few stops over Meals provided were good Driver friendly & knowledgable The trip through the Gorge was well organized The guide informed about flora & fauna of the área”

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