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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Uluru Private Tour Aboriginal guided option
★ 5.0 (36)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Uluru Private Tour Aboriginal guided option

A four-hour private tour of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park led by guides with deep regional knowledge, available at sunrise or sunset. You'll navigate rock formations, waterholes and ancient art sites across the park. Optional: bring an Anangu guide to deepen your understanding of the land's cultural significance and storytelling. The operation is Australian-owned and works directly with the local Aboriginal community.

4 hoursfrom AUD $1100
East MacDonnell Ranges Half day Tour -Small Group
★ 5.0 (18)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

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.

5 hoursfrom AUD $165
Darwin Cyclone 30 Minutes Helicopter Tour
★ 5.0 (17)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Darwin Cyclone 30 Minutes Helicopter Tour

Gain a swift aerial perspective of Darwin's distinctive landmarks on this 30-minute helicopter circuit. You'll scout the coastal layout, harbour features, and key sites that warrant closer inspection on foot. The flight offers orientation and context that ground-based exploration can't match, helping you plan your remaining time in the city. Minimum two passengers required.

30 minfrom AUD $470
Simpsons Gap Sunset: Watercolour Painting Class
★ 5.0 (12)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Simpsons Gap Sunset: Watercolour Painting Class

Paint the MacDonnell Ranges as they shift through gold and crimson at Simpsons Gap, just outside Alice Springs. This four-hour workshop teaches watercolour fundamentals through guided exercises that build confidence without demanding prior experience. You'll work outdoors with real landscapes unfolding before you, using provided materials and transport included. Ideal for anyone wanting to capture light and colour rather than perfect technique.

4 hoursfrom AUD $175
Walk the Darwin Botanic Gardens
★ 5.0 (11)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Walk the Darwin Botanic Gardens

A guided walk through George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens with a knowledgeable local who unpacks the site's colonial history, ecological significance, and the stories behind its plant collections and resident birdlife. Two hours exploring manicured tropical landscapes and native species that reveal Darwin's botanical heritage in ways a solo wander cannot.

2 hoursfrom AUD $59
Kakadu, Arnhem Land, Katherine & Litchfield Adventure
★ 5.0 (10)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Kakadu, Arnhem Land, Katherine & Litchfield Adventure

Five days exploring three of Australia's most remote national parks alongside Indigenous guides from Wulna Country. You'll navigate crocodile-inhabited waterways, trek to Jim Jim Falls, and swim in isolated pools across Kakadu, Nitmiluk and Litchfield. This isn't a conventional park tour—you're moving through country with the people who've managed it for tens of thousands of years, gaining perspective on how the land actually works. All meals included.

5 daysfrom AUD $1995
West and East MacDonnell Ranges Full Day Tour- Small Group
★ 5.0 (9)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

West and East MacDonnell Ranges Full Day Tour- Small Group

A 10.5-hour loop through Central Australia's red ranges, starting with Alice Springs landmarks before heading west into dramatic gorges and gaps, then east to Emily and Jessie. Small-group tour covers Anzac Hill, Flynn's grave, Simpsons Gap, Standley Chasm, the School of Air, and finishes with sunset views if you've got energy left. Includes air-conditioned travel, water, snacks, and a knowledgeable guide.

10h 30mfrom AUD $269
Kakadu National Park Cultural Experience + Scenic Flight
★ 5.0 (8)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Kakadu National Park Cultural Experience + Scenic Flight

Combine Kakadu's dual World Heritage credentials—ancient rock art and dramatic escarpments—in a single day. Fly nearly two hours over the park's sprawling terrain, spotting iconic landmarks from above, then cruise the East Alligator River through paperbark forests with a Bininj/Mungguy cultural guide. You'll read ochre paintings that document millennia of human presence and return to Darwin by late afternoon.

7 hoursfrom AUD $949
Historical Alice Tour
★ 5.0 (7)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Historical Alice Tour

This 4.5-hour guided tour traces Alice Springs from its frontier origins through to its present-day character as the outback's nerve centre. Beginning with accommodation pickup, you'll visit key historical landmarks that shaped Mparntwe (the Arrernte name) and understand how the town evolved from its early Stuart settlement days. Your guide unpacks the stories behind the buildings and sites that anchored development across the red centre, with afternoon tea included and all entry fees covered.

4h 30mfrom AUD $189
Kakadu Day Tour-Yellow Water-Nourlangie-Ubirr-Cahills-Fogg Dam
★ 5.0 (6)
🚌 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
5 Day 4WD Kakadu Koolpin Safari
★ 5.0 (6)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

5 Day 4WD Kakadu Koolpin Safari

This five-day 4WD expedition traverses [Kakadu National Park](/places/kakadu-national-park) and the remote Koolpin Gorge, combining ancient Aboriginal rock art sites with swimming holes fed by seasonal falls. You'll camp in safari tents across multiple locations, driven deep into the outback where access requires permits and serious vehicle clearance. Expect early starts, full days of walking and swimming, sunset cruises on Yellow Waters, and direct commentary on the landscape's geological and cultural layers from guides who know the country.

5 daysfrom AUD $1845
Sunrise Uluru Private Tour
★ 5.0 (6)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Sunrise Uluru Private Tour

A four-hour private tour of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park guided by long-time regional residents who work closely with the local Aboriginal community. Watch the rock face shift colour at sunrise whilst learning the cultural narratives embedded in the landscape. Your guide shares knowledge of waterholes, ancient rock art sites, and the spiritual significance of the formations. The flexibility of a private tour means you set the pace and focus on what interests you most.

4 hoursfrom AUD $1100
2 Days Kakadu
★ 5.0 (6)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

2 Days Kakadu

This two-day private tour covers [Kakadu National Park](/places/kakadu-national-park)'s essential landscapes and cultural landmarks with an experienced guide. You'll move through monsoon forest, rocky outcrops, and wetlands on foot, swim in remote waterholes, and learn about Aboriginal heritage directly connected to the country. The pace is steady but manageable, with air-conditioned transport between sites and all park entry included. Accommodation and evening meals are your responsibility.

2 daysfrom AUD $3100
Darwin City & Mindil Beach Sunset Market experience
★ 5.0 (5)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Darwin City & Mindil Beach Sunset Market experience

A guided afternoon exploring Darwin's city centre and coastal neighbourhoods, culminating at Mindil Beach Sunset Markets with reserved seating. Your driver provides local insight throughout the 4–6 hour outing, tailoring stops to your interests. Small group of ten maximum means genuine conversation rather than bus-tour anonymity. Bottled water supplied; air-conditioned transport handles the Top End heat.

4 hours – 6 hoursfrom AUD $135
Ethical Adventures - WILD & FREE - 2 Day - Litchfield / Kakadu
★ 5.0 (5)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

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.

2 daysfrom AUD $1550
Jim Jim Falls - Kakadu Full Day Tour from Jabiru or Cooinda
★ 5.0 (5)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Jim Jim Falls - Kakadu Full Day Tour from Jabiru or Cooinda

A full-day excursion to Jim Jim Falls in [Kakadu National Park](/places/kakadu-national-park), departing from Jabiru or Cooinda. Led by an accredited father-and-daughter team known for their relaxed approach and local knowledge, this tour includes return transport, packed lunch, and snacks. The trek involves moderate hiking to reach the dramatic waterfall and natural pool. Park access depends on ranger conditions and typically runs July through October. Ideal for fit travellers seeking authentic Kakadu without the coach-tour atmosphere.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $450
3 Hour Outback Gourmet Food and Aboriginal Art Tour
★ 5.0 (4)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

3 Hour Outback Gourmet Food and Aboriginal Art Tour

A three-hour walking tour through Darwin that pairs tastings from the city's best restaurants with stops at Aboriginal cultural sites and contemporary street art. Your local guide leads you through nine tasting plates showcasing regional ingredients, explains the stories behind landmarks spanning Indigenous heritage to wartime history, and shows you augmented reality murals via app or tablet. One beer, wine or spirit and non-alcoholic drinks included.

3 hoursfrom AUD $189
Royal Flying Doctor Service Alice Springs Tourist Facility
★ 5.0 (4)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Royal Flying Doctor Service Alice Springs Tourist Facility

Step into the working headquarters of the Royal Flying Doctor Service in Alice Springs, operational since 1939. This museum traces the organisation's evolution through restored aircraft, vintage communication gear, and medical instruments that kept remote Australia connected. Interactive displays and VR experiences let you shadow pilots and nurses across the Outback's vast distances, understanding how the RFDS transformed emergency care in isolated regions.

10 min – 1h 30mfrom AUD $24
Kakadu, Katherine and Litchfield Adventure
★ 5.0 (4)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

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.

4 daysfrom AUD $1495
Kakadu National Park Evening Tour + Yellow Water Sunset Cruise
★ 5.0 (4)
🌿 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
Guided Kakadu Day Tour
★ 5.0 (4)
🛕 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
Private Day Tour Kakadu
★ 5.0 (3)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Private Day Tour Kakadu

A customised day exploring [Kakadu National Park](/places/kakadu-national-park) across 12–16 hours in a small private vehicle. You'll cruise billabongs and river systems spotting saltwater crocodiles, visit Fogg Dam's wetland bird colonies, and encounter Aboriginal rock art sites with an accredited guide who contextualises the landscape's cultural and ecological layers. All transport, meals, water and park passes included.

12 hours – 16 hoursfrom AUD $1700
ETHICAL ADVENTURES-Berry Springs &Territory Wildlife Park shuttle
★ 5.0 (3)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

ETHICAL ADVENTURES-Berry Springs &Territory Wildlife Park shuttle

Darwin's sole shuttle connecting the city to Berry Springs and Territory Wildlife Park, an 8-hour round trip through the Top End. Travel in air-conditioned comfort to two distinct natural attractions: Berry Springs' thermal pools and the wildlife park's animal encounters. You'll handle your own park entry, giving you flexibility on what to explore and how long to linger at each stop.

8 hoursfrom AUD $135
3 Days Kakadu Cultural Rock Art Experience
★ 5.0 (3)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

3 Days Kakadu Cultural Rock Art Experience

Spend three days exploring [Kakadu National Park](/places/kakadu-national-park)'s rock art galleries and sandstone formations guided by locals who know the stories behind each ochre figure and carved site. Based in comfortable lodging, you'll trek through eucalypt woodland seeking millennia-old paintings that chart the spiritual and practical knowledge of Australia's First Peoples. The park's scale and cultural depth reward slow, attentive walking.

3 daysfrom AUD $9600
Private Full Day Darwin City Tour with Lunch and Pickup
★ 5.0 (3)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Private Full Day Darwin City Tour with Lunch and Pickup

Eight-hour private tour of Darwin covering three major museums, the Botanical Gardens, and neighbourhood spots where locals spend their time. Your guide Deb brings deep Northern Territory knowledge—history, culture, art, and the region's peculiar stories—and tailors the day to suit you. Transport, lunch, entry fees, and snacks included. Groups capped at four people means genuine conversation and a relaxed pace rather than rushed ticking of boxes.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1500
West MacDonnell Ranges Tour from Alice Springs
★ 5.0 (2)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

West MacDonnell Ranges Tour from Alice Springs

A full-day exploration of the West MacDonnell Ranges west of Alice Springs, covering roughly 100 km of Central Australia's red-rock country. You'll walk through gorges and waterholes, visit sites of Aboriginal significance, spot rock wallabies and other native fauna, and swim in natural pools. The 10.5-hour itinerary includes three to four kilometres of guided walking tailored to your fitness, lunch, and transport in an air-conditioned vehicle led by a knowledgeable local driver.

10h 30mfrom AUD $192
Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Cruise with Darwin Transfer Bus
★ 5.0 (2)
🐠 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
Private Outback Gourmet Food, Art, and Sightseeing Tour
★ 5.0 (2)
🍜 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
From Darwin Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls Day Trip
★ 5.0 (2)
🚌 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
Litchfield Park & Daly River - Scenic Flight From Darwin
★ 5.0 (2)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

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.

2 hoursfrom AUD $1020
Art Centre Tour in Alice Springs
★ 5.0 (2)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Art Centre Tour in Alice Springs

Explore Alice Springs' concentrated gallery scene with a knowledgeable guide who unpacks Aboriginal art history, cultural significance, and the relationship between artworks and country. Over two to four hours, you'll visit lesser-known art centres that most visitors overlook, learning how to approach acquiring pieces with confidence. The town punches well above its weight for galleries per capita, making it an ideal base for understanding contemporary and traditional Aboriginal practice.

2 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $85
Coach Transfer from Kings Canyon Resort to Ayers Rock (Uluru)
★ 5.0 (1)
✈️ Transfers
Australia

Coach Transfer from Kings Canyon Resort to Ayers Rock (Uluru)

A six-hour coach journey from Kings Canyon Resort to Uluru (Ayers Rock) in Australia's Red Centre. Your driver provides running commentary about the landscape and region as you travel between these two iconic desert destinations. Air-conditioned comfort throughout, with hotel collection included. Perfect for those shifting between accommodation without self-driving.

6 hoursfrom AUD $205
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
Nitmiluk Scenic Express Helicopter Tour Fly Over 3 Gorges
★ 5.0 (1)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Nitmiluk Scenic Express Helicopter Tour Fly Over 3 Gorges

Strap in for a 10-minute helicopter dash over Australia's Katherine Gorge, seeing what boat passengers miss entirely. You'll lift off from the helipad, sweep past the visitor precinct, then bank hard into three separate gorge systems carved deep into the Territory landscape. The aerial vantage reveals the gorge's true scale and the intricate rock formations that define this place—Jedda's Rock, Butterfly Gorge, and Lily Pond stack up fast at altitude before you head back.

10 minfrom AUD $175
Ubirr Sunset Tour Kakadu
★ 5.0 (1)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

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.

4 hoursfrom AUD $195
Alice Springs, Uluru Ayers Rock & Kings Canyon 8 Days Touring Package
★ 5.0 (1)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Alice Springs, Uluru Ayers Rock & Kings Canyon 8 Days Touring Package

Eight days exploring Australia's Red Centre, based in Alice Springs with guided expeditions to three iconic landmarks. Stay in mid-range hotels across the region, travel by comfortable coach, and witness Uluru at sunrise, dine beneath desert stars at Kata Tjuta, and hike the rim of Kings Canyon. Between the main attractions, discover Alice Springs' colonial history through museum visits and local heritage sites, with downtime to wander the town independently. All transport, accommodation and most meals included.

8 daysfrom AUD $4542
4 Day Tour in Red Centre Alice Spring to West MacDonnell
★ 5.0 (1)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

4 Day Tour in Red Centre Alice Spring to West MacDonnell

Four days exploring Australia's Red Centre by 4WD, from Alice Springs through Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to the West MacDonnell Ranges. Travel deep into remote desert country to witness Uluru's sunset transformation, learn Anangu stories at the cultural centre, trek past sacred waterholes and hidden gorges, and tackle the Kings Canyon rim walk. Camp under stars in bush swags, guided by experienced drivers who know the back routes few tourists reach.

4 daysfrom AUD $1380
2 Day Kakadu Resort Yellow Water Cruise Comfort Tour from Darwin
★ 5.0 (1)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

2 Day Kakadu Resort Yellow Water Cruise Comfort Tour from Darwin

Spend two days in [Kakadu National Park](/places/kakadu-national-park) exploring ancient Aboriginal rock art sites and cruising Yellow Water Billabong in search of saltwater crocodiles. Based at Cooinda Lodge in the heart of the park, this guided tour runs during the lush green season when the wetlands are at their most dramatic. Your driver-guide navigates you through eucalypt woodland and rainforest pockets, sharing stories from the traditional owners who've lived here for tens of thousands of years. Nights are spent in air-conditioned comfort with all meals provided.

2 daysfrom AUD $895
Private Transfer from Darwin City Hotels to Darwin Cruise Port
★ 5.0 (1)
✈️ Transfers
Australia

Private Transfer from Darwin City Hotels to Darwin Cruise Port

Skip the taxi queues and catch your cruise on time with a private car straight from your Darwin hotel to the port. Your driver meets you at your chosen moment and delivers you directly to the departure terminal, no detours or shared stops. The vehicle is air-conditioned and driven by a professional, with all fees locked in upfront. The journey takes about 20 minutes, giving you a calm start to your voyage.

20 minfrom AUD $120
East MacDonnell Ranges Half Day Tour- Private Charter Service
★ 5.0 (1)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

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.

5 hoursfrom AUD $850
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