Hand-picked tours across Northern Territory

Early Morning Ballooning in Alice Springs

Launch into the red desert before sunrise on a hot air balloon flight over Alice Springs' sprawling outback. You'll ascend as light breaks across the landscape, drift silently above spinifex and stone, and scan for wildlife from above. After landing, toast the experience with sparkling wine and fresh fruit whilst the crew packs the balloon. Hotel transfers bookend the 4-hour outing, which comes in 30- or 60-minute flight options.

Best of Uluru & Segway

Combine two ways of experiencing Uluru's raw scale on this four to five hour guided adventure. Hotel pickup gets you to the rock, where you'll walk into Mutitjulu waterhole to see ancient Aboriginal art etched into stone. After mastering a Segway, you'll glide roughly a quarter of Uluru's perimeter under expert guidance, then explore the sacred caves of the Mala Walk on foot. Expect full immersion in the landscape's cultural and geological significance.

Alice Springs Desert Park General Entry Ticket

Walk through Alice Springs Desert Park to explore the Red Centre's ecosystems, wildlife and Indigenous connections across three to eight hours. The park weaves together arid-zone plants, creatures and people into a single sprawling space that reveals what actually thrives in Australia's interior. A guide leads you through exhibits that shift your sense of what deserts can sustain—most visitors find far more life here than they expected.

Mt Conner 4WD Small Group Tour from Ayers Rock Resort inc Dinner

Venture 100 kilometres east of Uluru to Mt Conner on this eight-hour 4WD expedition through the Red Centre's quieter reaches. Travel in a small group of no more than 15 people with a knowledgeable guide, trading the busier tourist circuits for the raw textures of outback desert. Watch the landscape shift colour at sunset whilst sipping sparkling wine, then return to your Ayers Rock Resort hotel as night settles across the red earth.

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.

25-Minute Uluru and Kata Tjuta Scenic Helicopter Flight

Fly over Uluru and Kata Tjuta on a 25-minute helicopter tour departing from Ayers Rock Resort. You'll get airborne views of both rock formations in a single flight, with a pilot providing running commentary through headsets. Hotel pickup and drop-off from resort accommodation included. The flight suits all fitness levels and takes roughly an hour door-to-door.

Kakadu National Park Scenic Flight &Yellow Water Cruise

This combined air and water tour covers 7 hours exploring Australia's northern Top End. Depart on a fixed-wing flight tracing the Mary River and upper Alligator River into [Kakadu National Park](/places/kakadu-national-park), where sprawling wetlands cut through rugged terrain. Land in Kakadu and board Yellow Waters for a guided cruise through crocodile country and birdlife. Wet season flights add passes over Jim-Jim and Twin Falls.

4 Day Uluru Kings Canyon West MacDonnell NP from Alice Springs

Four days traversing Australia's Red Centre, moving between Uluru, Kings Canyon, Kata Tjuta and the West MacDonnell Ranges. You'll walk gorges, swim in waterholes and camp under stars at permanent outback sites near each location. An accredited guide navigates you through UNESCO-listed landscapes—ancient rock formations, ochre cliffs, hidden creeks—with all meals cooked communally at camp. The pace is physical: expect up to 12 kilometres of daily walking and genuine outback conditions. Departs and returns to Alice Springs.

4 Day Uluru Kata Tjuta Kings Canyon West MacDonnell ex.Ayers Rock

Traverse the Red Centre's geological heartland over four days, exploring Uluru, Kata Tjuta, Kings Canyon and West MacDonnell Ranges from a series of remote campsites. An expert guide unpacks the landscape's layered stories—Aboriginal significance, ancient rock formations, rare wildlife—whilst you traverse walking trails suited to your fitness. Sleep under stars in safari tents or traditional swags, share meal prep with fellow travellers, and travel via 4x4 to reach places most visitors never see. The journey starts in Alice Springs or Yulara and concludes in Alice Springs.

Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon Camping Safari from Alice Springs

Three days exploring Australia's Red Centre from Alice Springs, taking in Uluru at dawn and dusk, navigating the boulder-strewn landscape of Kata Tjuta, and tackling Kings Canyon's signature trails. Experienced guides unlock the landscape's cultural layers whilst you sleep under stars and eat around the campfire. Moderate fitness required; transport links available nearby.

West MacDonnell Ranges Half day Tour -Small Group

Explore the rugged West MacDonnell Ranges in a half-day loop from Alice Springs, visiting four distinct gorges and a pioneering grave site. This small-group tour (max 11 people) takes you through red-earth outback country with stops at Anzac Hill, John Flynn's Historical Reserve, Simpsons Gap, Standley Chasm, and Honeymoon Gap. An air-conditioned vehicle and knowledgeable local guide handle the driving while you absorb the geology and desert ecology that shaped central Australia.

Arnhem Land Yingana Injalak Hill Full Day Tour from Jabiru

A 7.5-hour guided journey into Arnhem Land's restricted aboriginal territories, led by local indigenous guides who share knowledge of Injalak Hill's internationally significant rock art galleries. Based in Jabiru, this tour balances cultural exchange with scrambling across boulder-strewn terrain, moving slowly through ancient art sites rather than racing through highlights. You'll eat lunch and afternoon tea whilst taking in vast wilderness views shaped by thousands of years of traditional ownership.

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.

Kata Tjuta Small-Group Tour Including Sunrise and Breakfast

Watch Kata Tjuta's distinctive rock formations shift through shades of red and orange as dawn breaks across the Red Centre. This five-hour small-group excursion departs from your hotel with a maximum of 15 travellers, takes in the Valley of the Winds walk through Walpa Gorge, and includes a bush breakfast under the outback sky. An air-conditioned vehicle and knowledgeable guide handle logistics, leaving you free to absorb the landscape's raw geological presence.

Ayers Rock and Kata Tjuta 1-Hour Scenic Flight: Lizard Safari

See Uluru, Kata Tjuta, and Lake Amadeus from a fixed-wing aircraft on this 2-hour flight over Australia's Red Centre. Your pilot narrates the journey as you track the desert's colour shifts and spot wild camels roaming the arid landscape. Every passenger sits by a window. Headsets ensure you catch every detail of the expert commentary.

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.

Uluru Small Group Tour including Sunset

Watch Uluru transform through the afternoon into dusk on this five-hour small-group tour from Ayers Rock Resort. You'll walk sections of the rock's base, drive the full perimeter by vehicle, and catch the colour shifts as light fades. A guide leads the way, refreshments and sparkling wine included. Hotel pickup and drop-off from your resort accommodation.

Darwin Heritage Walk

Walk through Darwin's streets with a local guide who unpacks how the city layers history and contemporary multicultural character. Over two hours, you'll navigate both well-known landmarks and lesser-known pockets that reveal how the city has rebuilt and reinvented itself. You'll come away understanding Darwin not as a snapshot, but as a living, evolving place shaped by its past.

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.

West MacDonnell Ranges Full Day Tour -Small Group

This 10-hour West MacDonnell Ranges tour sweeps you through the red-rock heartland west of Alice Springs, linking ten significant gorges, gaps and lookouts in a single loop. Travel with a small group in air-conditioned comfort, stopping to walk through Simpsons Gap, swim in Ormiston Gorge's natural pools, and absorb views from Mount Sonder. While you explore Ormiston on foot or in the water, the guides prepare a bush-cooked meal—kangaroo and lamb—served fresh when you return.

Kata Tjuta Sunset and Valley Of The Winds Walk

This 6-hour excursion takes you deep into Kata Tjuta's 36 distinctive rock domes in the Red Centre. After hotel pickup, your accredited guide leads you through the Valley of the Winds—a challenging 5.4 km trek along creek beds weaving between towering formations. You'll learn how these ancient geological structures shaped Aboriginal culture over millennia. The walk concludes with sunset drinks and nibbles overlooking the outback, followed by a return to your accommodation roughly an hour after dark.

Kakadu National Park Full Day Tour + Yellow Water River Cruise

Spend a full day exploring [Kakadu National Park](/places/kakadu-national-park)'s sprawling wetlands, Aboriginal rock art, and riverside wildlife. This 12-hour tour covers the Yellow Water River by boat, where saltwater crocodiles and birdlife congregate, the ancient Ngourlangie Rock Art Gallery carved into sandstone cliffs, and the Warradjan Cultural Centre that contextualises the park's 65,000-year Indigenous heritage. Air-conditioned transport, entry fees, and lunch are included, making it a manageable introduction to one of Australia's largest and most ecologically complex reserves.

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.

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.

Uluru Morning Guided Base Walk

Walk the full 10.5-kilometre circuit around Uluru's base with a local guide who interprets the rock's Aboriginal significance and geological story. Starting with breakfast as the sun catches the monolith, you'll pass sacred sites, examine ochre-streaked rock art, and if recent rain has fallen, witness the rare sight of water cascading down Kantju Gorge. The walk takes four-and-a-half hours across variable terrain, revealing why this ancient sandstone formation holds such cultural weight in the heart of Australia.

West MacDonnell Ranges Day Trip from Alice Springs

Drive deep into the West MacDonnell Ranges west of Alice Springs on a 10-hour loop through Australia's red centre. You'll navigate four distinct gorges and waterholes, stopping to walk alongside ochre cliffs and swim in natural pools (seasonal). The landscape shifts from narrow canyon walls to open red earth, with a guide explaining the country's geology and Indigenous significance. Morning tea and lunch included, plus air-conditioned transport and hotel pickup.

Small Group Uluru Sunset Viewing Tour

Watch Uluru transform as the sun dips below the horizon on this two-hour viewing tour near Alice Springs. You'll settle into a prime spot with unobstructed sightlines while the monolith shifts through shades of orange, red and purple. A small group of no more than 11 means genuine breathing room and genuine quiet. Hotel pickup, a glass of sparkling wine and light snacks round things out.

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.

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.

Uluru Audio Tour App

Navigate Uluru and Kata Tjuta at your own pace with a GPS-enabled audio guide featuring over 100 stories spanning Indigenous culture, geology, flora and fauna. The app triggers location-based narration as you walk or drive every track and road across the national park, letting you explore like a seasoned traveller rather than following a scheduled group. Covers 1–5 days depending on how much ground you want to cover.

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.

2 Day Uluru Red Centre Rock Tour from Alice Springs to Yulara

A two-day small-group expedition through Australia's Red Centre, based from Alice Springs to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park near Yulara. You'll explore two of the continent's most striking geological formations with a local guide, camp under the stars in permanent safari tents or traditional swags, and walk through Aboriginal cultural sites and rock art galleries. Meals, park entry, and guided bush walks across roughly 5km of terrain are included, giving you direct access to one of the world's most remote and spiritually significant landscapes.

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.

Kings Canyon Day Trip from Ayers Rock (Uluru)

This 13-hour excursion ventures deep into the Red Centre to Kings Canyon, combining an outback cattle station visit with your choice of two walking routes through Watarrka National Park. You'll depart from your Uluru accommodation early, breakfast at Kings Creek Station, then tackle either the demanding 6 km rim circuit for sweeping canyon vistas or the gentler creek-level alternative. An air-conditioned coach handles transport and your guide navigates the landscape throughout.

Red Centre Journey Tour

The Red Centre Journey Tour takes you through Central Australia's most compelling historical and geological landmarks in a single morning. Visit ancient Aboriginal rock carvings at Ewaninga, walk the grounds of Ooraminna Station Homestead, explore the Drover's Boy Film Set, and climb to Red Dune Desert Lookout for expansive outback views. The 4-hour 15-minute tour includes morning tea and hotel pickup, guided by a knowledgeable local who brings each site to life.

Alice Springs Highlights & Nature Escape Day Tour

Spend seven hours exploring Central Australia's geological landmarks and colonial history west of Alice Springs. You'll walk through Simpson's Gap to spot rock wallabies, navigate the narrow sandstone corridor of Standley Chasm, visit the School of the Air radio classroom, and tour the Telegraph Station—the site of European settlement in the Red Centre. Hotel pickups included; travel by air-conditioned coach with a knowledgeable guide.

Alice Springs to Uluru (Ayers Rock) Coach Transfer

Emu Run Experience operates a direct coach service between Alice Springs and Uluru Resort over six hours. Depart your accommodation early morning (7am winter, 8am summer) and arrive by early afternoon. The air-conditioned coach includes a toilet and driver commentary throughout the Red Centre crossing. A scheduled stop at Erldunda Roadhouse allows you to grab supplies, though meals aren't provided.

Jumping Crocodile Cruise with lunch

Head out on the Adelaide River for six hours to witness saltwater crocodiles launching themselves from the water—a primal display that defines the Top End. Your small group cruises past rock outcrops and paperback forests whilst your guide explains the behaviour and ecology of these prehistoric reptiles and other native fauna. Hotel transfers and lunch are included, making this a straightforward way to tick off a genuine Australian wildlife encounter.

Darwin to Darwin Int Airport (DRW) - Departure Private Transfer

Alice Springs Red Centre Uluru Kings Canyon 3 Day Camping Tour