Tours & experiences

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.

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Guided Kakadu Day Tour
★ 5.0 (10)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Guided Kakadu Day Tour

A 12–14 hour sweep through [Kakadu National Park](/places/kakadu-national-park) departing Darwin, taking in rock art galleries at Ubirr, crocodile-laden river crossings, and a guided cultural cruise on the East Alligator River with Indigenous interpreters. The route threads through wetlands and river systems—Adelaide, Mary, South Alligator—with morning tea, lunch at Cahills Crossing, and a stop at Marrawudi Gallery to see contemporary work by local artists. Return to Darwin by early evening.

12 hours – 14 hoursfrom AUD $495
Kakadu Day Tour-Yellow Water-Nourlangie-Ubirr-Cahills-Fogg Dam
★ 5.0 (8)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Kakadu Day Tour-Yellow Water-Nourlangie-Ubirr-Cahills-Fogg Dam

A full-day private tour of [Kakadu National Park](/places/kakadu-national-park) departing from Darwin, visiting Yellow Water wetlands, Aboriginal rock art sites at Nourlangie and Ubirr, Fogg Dam, and Cahills Crossing over 13–15 hours. You'll see ancient rock galleries, panoramic escarpment views, and wetland wildlife before finishing with dinner at Humpty Doo Pub. Breakfast, lunch, snacks and beverages included throughout.

13 hours – 15 hoursfrom AUD $1900
Katherine Gorge - Hot Springs - Edith Falls
★ 5.0 (3)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Katherine Gorge - Hot Springs - Edith Falls

A sprawling 14-hour private loop from Darwin that samples the Northern Territory's rugged character. You'll start before dawn and return after dark, moving between Katherine Gorge's river canyons, Edith Falls' swimming holes, the war cemetery at Adelaide River, and the outback towns of Mataranka and Pine Creek. An air-conditioned Isuzu carries you across 8+ hours of red dirt, with all meals—breakfast through dinner at a proper bush pub—sorted. This covers more ground and stops than most day trips manage.

14 hoursfrom AUD $2500
Private Outback Gourmet Food, Art, and Sightseeing Tour
★ 5.0 (3)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Private Outback Gourmet Food, Art, and Sightseeing Tour

A five-hour private exploration of Darwin's food scene across three award-winning restaurants, sampling over a dozen dishes featuring Outback ingredients—crocodile, kangaroo, native fruits and spices, Aboriginal bush foods—alongside commentary on the city's multicultural heritage, WWII history, and contemporary street art installations with augmented reality features. All food, drink, and transport included.

5 hoursfrom AUD $1829
Darwin Half Day Coastal Tour with Local Cuisine Tasting
★ 5.0 (1)
Australia

Darwin Half Day Coastal Tour with Local Cuisine Tasting

6 hoursfrom AUD $145
Darwin Private City Tour
★ 5.0 (1)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Darwin Private City Tour

Explore Darwin on your own schedule with a private guide steering you through the city's layered past and tropical landscape. Over eight to nine hours, you'll discover colonial architecture, Aboriginal heritage sites, and waterfront spots that reveal the Northern Territory's character beyond the guidebook. Your guide shapes the route to your interests—whether that's wartime history, indigenous culture, or simply the rhythm of a frontier town.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $450
Bungle Bungles and Lake Argyle Air Tour from Darwin
★ 5.0 (1)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Bungle Bungles and Lake Argyle Air Tour from Darwin

A nine-hour fixed-wing flight from Darwin takes you deep into remote northern Australia, sweeping across the Kimberley's rugged interior to Bungle Bungles National Park. These 20-million-year-old sandstone domes rise in striped layers—orange, ochre, and rust—across a sprawling wilderness. From the air, their true scale becomes apparent. The route then traces the Ord River's gorges before revealing Lake Argyle, a vast freshwater expanse rimmed by ancient red country. This is outback geography revealed properly: from above.

9 hoursfrom AUD $2660
LookAbout Darwin, Wetlands & Wildlife Premium Tour - Max 6 Guests
★ 5.0 (145)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

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.

5 hoursfrom AUD $159
1 Day Corroboree Billabong Wetland Experience including 2.5 hour cruise + lunch
★ 4.9 (518)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

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.

8 hoursfrom AUD $235
Top End Safari Camp Day Tour
★ 4.9 (463)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

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.

7 hoursfrom AUD $595
Darwin to Kakadu Day Trip by Air Including Yellow Water Cruise
★ 4.9 (184)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

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.

7h 30mfrom AUD $899
Nitmiluk National Park & Katherine Hot Springs - Full Day Tour
★ 4.9 (13)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

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.

13 hoursfrom AUD $599
Bombing of Darwin WWII Heritage Tours
★ 4.9 (321)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

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.

4 hoursfrom AUD $145
Litchfield National Park and Jumping Crocodile Cruise
★ 4.9 (2,243)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

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.

11 hoursfrom AUD $240
Litchfield Park Adventures + Berry Springs
★ 4.9 (345)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

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.

10h 30mfrom AUD $185
Kakadu National Park Evening Tour + Yellow Water Sunset Cruise
★ 4.8 (6)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Kakadu National Park Evening Tour + Yellow Water Sunset Cruise

This 12-hour guided tour departs Darwin for [Kakadu National Park](/places/kakadu-national-park), combining ancient rock art viewings with a two-hour sunset cruise on Yellow Water River. Travel accounts for six hours of the total duration, with the remaining time split between cultural sites and wildlife spotting from the water. Small groups (maximum seven people) travel in air-conditioned comfort, and the package includes park entry, dinner at the lodge, and expert commentary throughout. Saltwater crocodiles, buffalo, wild horses and birdlife feature prominently on the river.

12 hoursfrom AUD $599
Kakadu Day Tour from Darwin with Offroad Dreaming
★ 4.8 (817)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Kakadu Day Tour from Darwin with Offroad Dreaming

Spend 14 hours exploring [Kakadu National Park](/places/kakadu-national-park)'s ancient rock art and wetlands on this small-group day tour from Darwin. Your guide unpacks the stories behind Indigenous artworks at Ubirr (dry season) or Nourlangie (wet season), leads walks to panoramic lookouts across the floodplains, and takes you on a cultural cruise—either the East Alligator River or Yellow Waters depending on season—where you'll meet local custodians and learn about country and culture. Lunch and snacks included; hotel pickups arranged.

14 hoursfrom AUD $340
Litchfield & Berry Springs VIP Adventure Day Tours (group of 11)
★ 4.8 (276)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Litchfield & Berry Springs VIP Adventure Day Tours (group of 11)

A small-group day tour (maximum 11 people) exploring Litchfield and Berry Springs near Darwin, with relaxed pacing to savour the natural landscape. You'll depart Darwin CBD at 8 am and return around 5:30 pm, travelling in an air-conditioned vehicle with a gourmet picnic lunch from The Harvest Press, seasonal fruit, refreshments, and pool noodles for swimming included.

10 hoursfrom AUD $220
Litchfield National Park Waterfalls & Wildlife Adventure Tour
★ 4.8 (44)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Litchfield National Park Waterfalls & Wildlife Adventure Tour

Spend 10.5 hours exploring [Litchfield National Park](/places/litchfield-national-park)'s remote waterfalls and wildlife zones near Darwin. You'll visit Fogg Dam to spot birds and reptiles, walk past towering Magnetic Termite Mounds, and swim in crystalline pools at Florence Falls and Buley Rockhole. Your experienced outback guide navigates by air-conditioned minibus, with Darwin city pickup included. Weather can reshape the itinerary seasonally, and you can add a crocodile cruise for extra cost.

10h 30mfrom AUD $161
Litchfield National Park Tour with Wetlands or Crocodile Cruise
★ 4.8 (199)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Litchfield National Park Tour with Wetlands or Crocodile Cruise

Spend a full day exploring [Litchfield National Park](/places/litchfield-national-park)'s striking waterfalls, swimming holes and geological formations north of Darwin. This 10.5-hour tour takes you through sandstone gorges and across floodplain vistas with a knowledgeable local guide. Walk to secluded pools, spot native wildlife in their habitat, and optionally cruise the Adelaide River to watch saltwater crocodiles. Small group transport with air conditioning and flexible routing to suit conditions.

10h 30mfrom AUD $185
Darwin City Sights and Jumping Crocodile Cruise
★ 4.8 (10)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Darwin City Sights and Jumping Crocodile Cruise

Combine Darwin's cultural landmarks with a wildlife encounter on the Adelaide River in a single 9-hour outing. Start with a guided walk through the city's museums, aviation heritage, and botanical gardens, then break for lunch before heading into crocodile country. The second half takes you by coach into the Top End wetlands for a small-group cruise where saltwater crocodiles surface alongside river birds in their natural setting.

9 hoursfrom AUD $290
Kakadu Yellow Waters Cruise & Katherine Gorge Helicopter Scenic
★ 4.8 (43)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Kakadu Yellow Waters Cruise & Katherine Gorge Helicopter Scenic

This 10-hour aerial and water tour combines fixed-wing flights from Darwin with helicopter access into Nitmiluk National Park's 13 gorges, then continues to [Kakadu National Park](/places/kakadu-national-park) for a Yellow Waters boat cruise. You'll see remote landscapes unreachable by foot, spot wildlife along the waterways, and fly over the Mary and Adelaide Rivers on the return to Darwin. Window seats and private transport included.

10 hoursfrom AUD $2550
From Darwin Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls Day Trip
★ 4.8 (16)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

From Darwin Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls Day Trip

A full-day expedition from Darwin into the heart of the Top End, featuring a 2-hour guided cruise through the towering red cliffs of Katherine Gorge, followed by a swim in the cool waters of Edith Falls. Travel through outback townships and stop at the Jawoyn-managed visitor centre to learn about Indigenous culture and country. Led by local guides who know the landscape intimately, the tour adapts to seasonal conditions and includes gentle bush walks. Small-group format keeps the experience personal and connected.

13h 30mfrom AUD $318
Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Cruise with Darwin Transfer Bus
★ 4.7 (15)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Cruise with Darwin Transfer Bus

This half-day outing combines road transport from central Darwin with a boat cruise along the Adelaide River to spot saltwater crocodiles and birdlife in the Marrakai Wetlands. You'll depart Darwin in an air-conditioned coach, travel to the river, then spend an hour on the water watching crocs breach for bait whilst your guide explains the ecosystem's complexity. Over 280 bird species and 117 reptile types inhabit this corner of the Northern Territory, making it genuinely rewarding for wildlife watchers rather than thrill-seekers alone.

4h 30mfrom AUD $122
Crocodile Jumping Boat Cruise with Transfer from Darwin
★ 4.7 (61)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Crocodile Jumping Boat Cruise with Transfer from Darwin

Head into the Top End's rivers to watch saltwater crocodiles leap from the water in their natural habitat. This 4-hour excursion from Darwin combines a guided drive through the region with an hour-long boat cruise on the Adelaide River, where crocs are hand-fed to trigger their signature hunting jumps. You'll spot other native wildlife along the way, travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with an experienced guide, and benefit from return transport to Darwin.

4 hoursfrom AUD $140
Kakadu National Park Wildlife & Ubirr Rock Art Tour from Darwin
★ 4.7 (167)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Kakadu National Park Wildlife & Ubirr Rock Art Tour from Darwin

Spend 12 hours exploring [Kakadu National Park](/places/kakadu-national-park) from Darwin, where you'll track saltwater crocodiles at Cahills Crossing and trek to Ubirr Rock to examine Indigenous rock art spanning 20,000 years. Travel in an air-conditioned mini-coach with an experienced outback guide who'll navigate the World Heritage–listed landscape, pointing out native wildlife and explaining the region's cultural significance. An optional jumping crocodile cruise adds another perspective on the park's apex predators.

12 hoursfrom AUD $257
Katherine Gorge Flight from Darwin, with Cruise and Heli Scenic
★ 4.7 (12)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Katherine Gorge Flight from Darwin, with Cruise and Heli Scenic

Fly south from Darwin across the red Outback to Katherine Gorge, landing near the historic Tindal airbase. A helicopter whisks you into thirteen remote gorges carved through ancient sandstone, then a two-hour boat cruise lets you drift through the main channel, seeing Aboriginal rock art and learning the landscape's deep history. Eight hours total, returning by plane to Darwin.

8 hoursfrom AUD $2040
4-Hour Outback Gourmet Food & Aboriginal Art Tour
★ 4.6 (93)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

4-Hour Outback Gourmet Food & Aboriginal Art Tour

A 4-hour walking tour through Darwin's restaurant scene paired with street art and historical context. You'll taste over 12 dishes at three award-winning venues, sampling native ingredients like crocodile and kangaroo alongside tropical fruits and Aboriginal bush foods. Between bites, your guide shares stories of Darwin's multicultural roots, wartime past, and contemporary art scene—including immersive augmented reality street murals that respond to your phone.

4 hoursfrom AUD $249
Discover Tropical Darwin: Private Shore Tour 5 Hours
Australia

Discover Tropical Darwin: Private Shore Tour 5 Hours

5 hoursfrom AUD $1403
Darwin & Crab Claw 1/2 Day
Australia

Darwin & Crab Claw 1/2 Day

4h 30mfrom AUD $540
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