Hand-picked tours across Northern Territory
Our team has been pulling together the best small-group tours, day trips and multi-day adventures around Northern Territory for years. Mick reads the traveller reviews before any tour earns a spot on this page — if a tour's a dud, it doesn't get listed.

Ubirr Sunset Tour Kakadu
A 4-hour guided tour to Ubirr in [Kakadu National Park](/places/kakadu-national-park) timed for sunset, led by guides steeped in the region's Indigenous history and wildlife. You'll be driven to prime viewing spots where the landscape transforms as light fades, with expert commentary on the park's cultural significance and fauna. Transport is included; the park entry pass must be purchased separately.

East MacDonnell Ranges Half Day Tour- Private Charter Service
This five-hour private charter explores the East MacDonnell Ranges, Central Australia's most striking outback landscape. You'll travel through red-rock country dotted with gorges, ancient Aboriginal art sites, and dramatic geological formations, stopping at historically significant locations along the way. The route showcases the region's best panoramic views and photo opportunities, with plenty of time to absorb the vastness of the terrain.

ETHICAL ADVENTURES - 1 Day premium Litchfield tour, small group
A nine-to-eleven hour small-group day tour of [Litchfield National Park](/places/litchfield-national-park) with a guide who knows the area well and keeps numbers under 14. You'll swim at remote waterfalls, walk through bush tracks, and eat home-cooked meals prepared on the day. The itinerary shifts based on weather and group energy—some days suit different waterholes or timing—so you're chasing the best light and quietest pools rather than following a rigid schedule.

LookAbout Darwin, Wetlands & Wildlife Premium Tour - Max 6 Guests
Explore Darwin's Top End landscapes and colonial heritage on a guided drive through Fogg Dam Reserve, one of Australia's richest wetland ecosystems. This five-hour small-group tour in a Mercedes vehicle takes maximum six travellers with guaranteed window seats, led by naturalist Geoff Barrett who unpicks the region's history whilst pointing out native birds and wildlife. The route winds through the wetlands before stopping at the legendary Humpty Doo Hotel—a authentic Territory pub where you can eat crocodile, barramundi or buffalo amongst locals.

Honey Ryder Sunrise Jet Skiing in Darwin
Launch onto Darwin Harbour at first light on a guided jet ski, chasing the sunrise across tropical waters. This 90-minute adventure with a local operator gives you the speed and spray of the open sea whilst taking in the city's natural backdrop from the water. You'll need moderate fitness and a taste for early starts, but the payoff is a quiet morning on the bay before Darwin wakes up.

East MacDonnell Ranges Half day Tour -Small Group
Venture into the East MacDonnell Ranges on a five-hour half-day exploration of Central Australia's raw outback terrain. This small-group tour navigates through dramatic gaps and gorges, stopping at historically significant sites and viewpoints where the landscape sprawls across the horizon. You'll encounter Aboriginal art, weathered geological formations, and the kind of red earth vistas that define the region's character. Refreshments and snacks are supplied throughout.

Darwin Walking Tour: World War II Reflections
Explore Darwin's wartime past on foot with a local guide who brings 1942 into focus. This two-hour walk through the city's heritage precinct traces the morning Japan's air force struck mainland Australia, reshaping the nation's trajectory. You'll stand where bombs fell, see what survived, and hear stories from those who were there. Moderate fitness required; the pace is steady but manageable.

1-Hour Thunderball WWII Adventure Jet Skiing in Darwin
Tear across Darwin Harbour on a jet ski to explore sunken vessels from the Pacific War. This 1-hour tour combines adrenaline with Australian military history, visiting wreck sites whilst your guide shares stories of the harbour's wartime significance. You'll need moderate fitness and a steady nerve for the ride.

7 Day Uluru to Adelaide Cultural and Adventure Tour
Seven days traversing from Uluru to Adelaide across Australia's red desert and outback stations. You'll spend time with Indigenous guides learning Country perspectives, camp under southern skies, explore the Flinders Ranges, and experience the isolation of working cattle stations and opal fossicking sites. The route combines remote landscape exploration with cultural knowledge, moving through the Red Centre then south into South Australian outback before reaching Adelaide.

1-Hour Casino Royale Jet Skiing in Darwin
Throttle across Darwin Harbour on a jet ski, taking in views of Mindil Beach Casino and weaving around the sandbar as tides allow. This 60-minute blast offers a visceral way to experience the Territory's waters, with guides leading from the base. Expect salt spray, engine noise, and the peculiar thrill of piloting a machine that responds to every weight shift. Suits those comfortable with speed and a bit of physical exertion.

75-minute Die Another Day Jet Skiing in Darwin
Tear across Darwin Harbour on a powered jet ski for 75 minutes, with an experienced guide leading you toward the East Arm mangroves. You'll accelerate across open water whilst the city skyline recedes behind you, offering a thrilling angle on Darwin's waterfront most visitors never experience. This isn't a leisurely cruise—it's built for speed and adrenaline.

West MacDonnell Ranges & Standley Chasm Day Trip from Alice Springs
This 10-hour loop through the West MacDonnell Ranges introduces four striking gorges and waterholes west of Alice Springs. Begin at Simpsons Gap, where red walls frame a permanent waterhole and you might spot wallabies or goannas. Push deeper to Standley Chasm—a narrow 80-metre-high slot where light transforms the rust-coloured rocks. Cool off at Ellery Creek Bighole's natural pool, then finish at Ormiston Gorge's towering cliffs. Three to four kilometres of guided walking, morning tea, and picnic lunch included.

The Croc Bus to the Famous Jumping Crocodile Cruise
This half-day tour combines a thrilling boat cruise on the Adelaide River to watch saltwater crocodiles launch themselves from the water with a drive through the Northern Territory's wetlands. You'll travel in a comfortable open-sided bus to spot over 200 bird species at Fogg Dam, pass the famous Humpty Doo Hotel, and see the world's largest boxing crocodile statue. A local driver narrates the route, sharing stories of crocodile encounters while you photograph wildlife without glass obstruction.

1 Day Corroboree Billabong Wetland Experience including 2.5 hour cruise + lunch
Spend a full day exploring Darwin's wetlands on this guided tour to Corroboree Billabong. You'll start with stops at Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve and the Window on the Wetlands Visitor Centre, then board a 2.5-hour boat cruise through the billabong itself. Expect close encounters with birdlife, saltwater crocodiles and other native fauna, with expert commentary throughout. Hotel transfers, lunch and cold water are included.

Top End Safari Camp Day Tour
Pack four distinct Top End experiences into a single day around Litchfield. You'll take a helicopter over floodplains, speed through waterways by airboat spotting crocs and buffalo, cruise a billabong for wildlife photography over brunch, then swim in Australia's only saltwater-crocodile-safe pool. The tour wraps with a feeding demonstration of rescue crocs handled by local wildlife expert Matt Wright. Seven hours total, departing Darwin.

3 night Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon Camping Adventure
Three nights in the Red Centre's heart, based near Yulara, lets you tick off Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon without rushing. You'll catch sunrise and sunset at Uluru, walk the Walpa Gorge beneath towering sandstone walls, and tackle the Kings Canyon Rim for panoramic desert views. Nights are spent in comfortable eco tents with proper beds—camping that doesn't mean roughing it entirely. All meals and transport in an all-terrain coach are included.

Darwin to Kakadu Day Trip by Air Including Yellow Water Cruise
Fly from Darwin to [Kakadu National Park](/places/kakadu-national-park) and back in a single day, covering 2+ hours of aerial sightseeing over remote floodplains, winding waterways and escarpments before dropping into Yellow Water for a guided river cruise. The flight gets you there fast, leaving time for lunch at Cooinda and a visit to the Aboriginal Visitor Centre, then you're back in Darwin by late afternoon. Guaranteed window seats mean you'll actually see the landscape—vast, textured, and impossible to grasp from the ground.

5 Day Kakadu Katherine Gorge Litchfield 4WD Camping Adventure
Five days exploring Australia's Top End by 4WD, camping in the remote wilderness of Kakadu, Katherine Gorge and Litchfield National Parks. You'll navigate off-road tracks, swim in natural pools beneath waterfalls, examine ancient Aboriginal rock art, spot saltwater crocodiles, and sleep under canvas at private campsites. The tour includes all meals, guided bush walks graded from easy to moderate-hard, and a billabong cruise. Expect early starts, physical activity most days, and shared camp duties each evening.

Nitmiluk National Park & Katherine Hot Springs - Full Day Tour
This full-day excursion from Darwin takes you 3 hours north to Nitmiluk National Park for a guided two-gorge river cruise led by Indigenous guides, then south to Katherine Hot Springs for a natural thermal soak before the return drive. Thirteen hours total, with lunch and park time included. The cruise navigates through the region's longest gorges whilst local experts explain the area's cultural heritage, geology and wildlife.

Adelaide River Cruises - Jumping Crocodile Experience
Cruise the Adelaide River to watch saltwater crocodiles in their natural habitat, with several individuals reaching up to 6 metres long. This 1-hour experience takes you through Outback wetlands where crocs launch from the water alongside your boat. Small group sizes mean unobstructed views and a genuine sense of the river's raw power. A licensed guide narrates throughout, pointing out sea eagles, hawks and magpie geese. You'll stay safe aboard while witnessing one of Australia's most formidable predators at close range.

Segway the FULL base of Uluru
Circle Uluru's entire base on a Segway, covering ground you'd miss on foot. This five-hour adventure combines the thrill of two-wheeled riding with guided stops at Mutitjulu waterhole and a sunrise breakfast. Your guide unpacks the rock's geological story, Indigenous significance, and ecology as you glide around Australia's most iconic landmark. Hotel transfers included; park entry fee separate.

Bombing of Darwin WWII Heritage Tours
Explore Darwin's pivotal role in the Pacific War through the eyes of locals who lived through it. This four-hour guided tour moves beyond textbook dates and battles to reveal how ordinary residents experienced the Japanese attacks of 1942. Your guide shares family memories and takes you to significant sites across the city, building a layered picture of how the bombing reshaped Australian life and identity. You'll gain perspective on a chapter of national history rarely taught elsewhere.

Golden Eye Sunset Jet Skiing in Darwin
Tear across Darwin Harbour on a jet ski during the city's most photogenic hour. This 90-minute guided tour pairs the thrill of open-water riding with golden-hour light bouncing off the water. You'll get views of Darwin's coastline and skyline that landlubbers simply don't access, all while your guide navigates you through local waterways and points out what makes the harbour tick.

Darwin: Pathfinder Original Jumping Crocodile Cruise
This one-hour Adelaide River cruise puts you within arm's reach of saltwater crocodiles in their natural habitat near Darwin. Your skipper navigates the open water to position the boat where these ancient predators feed and leap, delivering genuine encounters rather than distant viewing. The combination of proximity, natural setting and raw animal behaviour makes this distinct from typical wildlife tours.

Darwin: Adelaide River Queen Original Jumping Crocodile Cruise
Spot saltwater crocodiles from the Adelaide River's most recognised vessel. This one-hour cruise operates from Darwin with a two-level design: a fully air-conditioned lower cabin wrapped in reinforced glass for unobstructed viewing, plus an open top deck shaded by canvas. The boat's stable platform and accessibility features make it suitable for mixed-ability groups, from young children to older travellers.

Corroboree Billabong 2.5 hour Lunch Cruise
A leisurely 2.5-hour cruise through Corroboree Billabong, departing 90 minutes from Darwin en route to [Kakadu National Park](/places/kakadu-national-park). Navigate quiet channels and interconnected waterways spotting saltwater crocs and native birds whilst eating lunch aboard. The boat's flexibility means the skipper can pivot to wherever wildlife activity peaks that day, whether early morning or mid-afternoon. Cold lunch of cured meats, fresh salad and bread served with iced water.

Kata Tjuta Valley of the Winds Circuit Hike
Walk the complete Valley of the Winds circuit around Kata Tjuta in the Red Centre, guided through five hours of the MacDonnell Ranges' most dramatic geology. Your guide navigates the full loop whilst explaining the landscape's formation and Indigenous significance. Morning tea included, and audio guides available in multiple languages for those who prefer self-directed interpretation.

Litchfield National Park and Jumping Crocodile Cruise
An 11-hour exploration of [Litchfield National Park](/places/litchfield-national-park) with a private dawn crocodile cruise on Adelaide River. Depart early (5:45–6:00 am) to beat the crowds and enjoy solitary wildlife viewing before visiting natural swimming holes at Wangi, Florence and Buley Rockpools. See the park's famous magnetic and cathedral termite mounds, swim in spring-fed waters, and return with snacks and lunch included. Local guides share insights on Darwin and the park's ecology throughout.

Corroboree Billabong Wetland Cruises - 2 hour Sunset Cruise
Cruise the Mary River Wetlands at dusk to witness saltwater crocodiles and bird activity during their most active hours. This 2-hour sunset outing departs from Corroboree Billabong, roughly 90 minutes' drive towards Kakadu, and captures the region's largest concentration of crocs in their natural habitat as light fades across the floodplains. A local guide provides commentary throughout, with photography opportunities as wildlife stirs before nightfall.

3-Day Kakadu & Litchfield 4WD Camping Adventure from Darwin
A three-day 4WD expedition through Kakadu and Litchfield National Parks, departing from Darwin. Camp under the stars at permanent sites and explore two of Australia's most dramatic landscapes: ancient rock art galleries, crocodile-dotted wetlands, and thundering waterfalls that plunge into emerald pools. Your accredited guide navigates remote gorges and hidden rockhole systems whilst you walk through pockets of tropical rainforest teeming with endemic wildlife. Meals and park passes included; bring fitness and a willingness to help with camp duties.

3 Day 4WD Kakadu Adventure

Corroboree Billabong Wetland Cruises - 1.5 hour Morning cruise
Spot saltwater crocodiles and birdlife on the Mary River Wetlands during a 90-minute cruise from Darwin towards Kakadu. The open-air vessel gets you close to wildlife in one of Australia's most biodiverse wetland systems. Your guide shares insights into the ecosystem as you drift past basking crocs and scan the banks for the prolific bird species that call Corroboree Billabong home. Bring a camera—sightings are frequent and the light is good.

Litchfield Park Adventures + Berry Springs
A full-day exploration of Litchfield Park north of Darwin, led by a local Top End guide who knows the region intimately. Swim at three separate waterholes—Wangi, Florence, and Buley Rock—plus seasonal stops at Berry Springs and Tolmer Falls depending on conditions. The itinerary weaves in visits to the striking magnetic termite mounds and Batchelor township, with a city orientation before pickup. Ten and a half hours in an air-conditioned minivan or coach, departing at 8am.

4 Day Kakadu Katherine Gorge with Guluyambi Cultural Cruise
This 4-day expedition takes you through two of Australia's most significant natural and cultural landscapes. Based in Kakadu and Katherine, you'll walk amongst ancient Aboriginal rock art sites, cruise rivers spotting saltwater crocodiles, and learn stories directly from Indigenous guides on the Guluyambi Cultural Cruise. The tour strings together monsoon forests, rugged escarpment terrain, and the unique wildlife of these remote parks, with all meals and comfortable accommodation included. Expect moderate physical demands and genuine cultural exchange rather than passive sightseeing.

Alice Springs Desert Park Nocturnal Tour
Venture into the Red Centre's nocturnal landscape on a guided spotlighting walk through Alice Springs Desert Park. Over one hour, you'll track rarely seen desert creatures under darkness alongside a knowledgeable local guide. This small-group experience reveals the animals, plants and cultural heritage that define the arid interior, offering chances to observe species most active when daylight fades.

Darwin City Tour + Crocodile Cruise
Spend three hours exploring Darwin's colonial past before heading to Crocodylus Park for an up-close encounter with over 40 saltwater crocodiles. You'll board a guided boat to watch these massive reptiles in action—including several five-metre males—from both the water and a dedicated viewing platform. The tour wraps with optional lunch and harbour photos at Stokes Hill Wharf. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Jabiru 30 minute Scenic Flight
Fly over Kakadu's ancient landscape on a 30-minute scenic flight departing Jabiru. You'll trace geological formations shaped over 1.8 billion years—escarpments, river systems, billabongs and flood plains unfold beneath you. The pilot provides live commentary through headsets, narrating the terrain as you pass The Archway, Arnhem Land's dramatic ridges, East Alligator Valley and Mikinj wetlands. It's the best vantage point to grasp the park's sheer scale and prehistoric character.

Ayers Rock Scenic Plane Flight: Desert Explorer
Fly over central Australia's most striking desert formations on this three-hour aerial tour from Uluru. You'll bank above the rust-red monolith itself, sweep past the domed ridges of Kata Tjuta, skim across the salt flats of Lake Amadeus, and get an unobstructed bird's-eye view of Kings Canyon's sheer orange walls and hidden gorges. A pilot provides live narration through headsets as you circle each landmark, revealing the scale and colour that ground-level visits can't match.

15-Minute Uluru & Resort Postcard Helicopter Flight
Fly over Uluru and Kata Tjuta on a 45-minute helicopter excursion from your Uluru resort. You'll get 15 minutes aloft viewing the ancient red rock formations from above, with your guide providing context through headsets. Hotel collection and drop-off bookend the flight, making this a straightforward way to see the landscape's scale and colour from the air without committing to a full-day expedition.
