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.

Ethical Adventures - WILD & FREE - 2 Day - Litchfield / Kakadu
This two-day small-group tour across Litchfield and Kakadu National Parks pairs swimming holes and walking tracks with early-morning Yellow Waters cruises and Indigenous knowledge shared by experienced local guides. You'll move through two distinct landscapes—Litchfield's cascading waterfalls and rock pools, then Kakadu's floodplains and escarpment country—staying overnight in simple but comfortable accommodation. The itinerary balances active exploration with quieter observation, spotting wildlife and learning about traditional plant use and seasonal rhythms that shape the region.

Kakadu, Katherine and Litchfield Adventure
This 4-day loop through Australia's Top End covers Kakadu, Katherine and Litchfield without pushing hard. You'll move between three camps staying in permanent tents, travelling by air-conditioned coach and taking two guided water cruises. The itinerary balances exploration with downtime—gentler walks mean you're not rushing between sites. Meals and park fees are sorted, leaving you free to soak in the red-rock landscape, freshwater billabongs and tropical gorges at your own rhythm.

Litchfield Park & Daly River - Scenic Flight From Darwin
A two-hour fixed-wing scenic flight departing Darwin that sweeps across [Litchfield National Park](/places/litchfield-national-park) and the Daly River delta, revealing the region's most dramatic geography from above. You'll bank over tiered waterfalls, ancient escarpments, and crocodile-filled wetlands before returning along the remote western coastline. Window seats throughout let you photograph the landscape without obstruction.

4x4 Litchfield Park Adventures
A full-day four-wheel-drive exploration of [Litchfield National Park](/places/litchfield-national-park)'s remote corners, covering roughly 200 kilometres of outback terrain. You'll navigate rough tracks to swimming holes, walk through ancient sandstone formations, and stop at historic sites that tell the story of early settlement. Small groups—no more than six per vehicle—mean genuine interaction with your guide and the landscape itself. Lunch is grilled meats and fresh salads at a quiet spot along the way.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Litchfield Tour & Crocodile - Crocodylus Park or Adelaide River
An 11-hour day tour combining [Litchfield National Park](/places/litchfield-national-park)'s swimming holes with a crocodile encounter. Start with a 45-minute boat cruise at either Crocodylus Park (home to 40+ saltwater crocs, including massive 5-metre specimens) or Adelaide River, then spend the afternoon exploring Litchfield's natural pools. Swim at Wangi, Florence and Buley Rock Holes, spot Cathedral and Magnetic Termite mounds, and visit Tolmer Falls (wet season). Led by an experienced Top End guide in a small-group van or coach.

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.

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.

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.

Litchfield and Jumping Crocodiles Full Day Trip from Darwin
Pack a full day into [Litchfield National Park](/places/litchfield-national-park) with a local guide steering you through the Top End's most striking landscapes. Start with a crocodile-spotting cruise where saltwater hunters launch themselves at bait, then cool off in crystal waterholes beneath cascading falls. Hunt for wildlife amongst the rust-coloured termite mounds—some cathedral-shaped, others magnetic—before settling in for sunset drinks with prawns and champagne. Twelve hours, small group, air-conditioned transport between stops.

3 Day Kakadu & Litchfield 4WD Expedition
A three-day 4WD expedition through two of Australia's most spectacular national parks. You'll camp under the stars, swim in secluded waterfalls, and explore ancient Aboriginal rock art sites across Kakadu and Litchfield. Travel rough in a convoy-style group, guided by someone who knows the land, with meals cooked up each evening. This isn't a soft resort experience—it's proper outback camping with the payoff of genuine wilderness and cultural sites most visitors miss.

Litchfield Day Tour Classic
Spend eight to ten hours exploring [Litchfield National Park](/places/litchfield-national-park)'s waterfalls, swimming holes, and rock outcrops in the Northern Territory. This full-day circuit takes you through eucalypt woodland and monsoon forest, stopping at several swim spots and walking trails. Your guide shares stories of the landscape's geology and Indigenous significance whilst you move between sites by comfortable vehicle. Breakfast, lunch, snacks, water, and hot drinks are provided throughout.

