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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Hooked On Barra - Land Based Barramundi Fishing
Cast for barramundi from dry land on a stocked dam just outside Darwin, en route to Kakadu. This two-hour session puts saltwater fishing tackle in your hands without needing a boat or prior experience. Local guides handle the instruction while you watch for crocodiles and buffalo across the floodplain. Designed for families, solo travellers, and anyone curious about Northern Territory fishing, with all gear supplied.

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.

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.

1 Day Alice Explorer
This 10-hour circuit of Alice Springs and the Red Centre introduces you to the region's layered story—from ancient Aboriginal rock art to colonial outback stations and the twentieth-century infrastructure that kept the interior connected. You'll cover the Ewaninga carvings, working homestead, film locations, and the town's key landmarks, with morning and afternoon breaks built in. Minimal walking, maximum breadth.

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.

Kakadu National Park Full Day Tour + 2 Hour Cultural River Cruise

Kakadu Katherine Gorge and Litchfield Waterfall 5Day Camping Tour

Darwin City & Harbour Scenic Flight

7-Day Guided Tour of Alice Springs with Accommodation Included

Multi-Day Barramundi and Bluewater Fishing Safaris from Darwin

Multi-Day Fishing Safari from Darwin Staying Aboard a Mother Ship

Alice Springs to Uluru One Day Tour Private Charter Service

Alice Springs to Uluru Private Charter Two-Day Tour

Darwin & Crab Claw 1/2 Day

Darwin’s Historic Charms - Private Guided Walking Tour

Discover Tropical Darwin: Private Shore Tour 5 Hours

2 Days Private Guided Tour from Darwin to Alice

7 Days Darwin, Kakadu National Park, Katherine Gorge Touring Package

East MacDonnell Ranges Half Day Escape - Private Luxury Charter

Alice Springs Red Centre Uluru Kings Canyon 3 Day Camping Tour

Top Secret Mission

Alice Springs to West Mac Half-Day Private Charter Tour

Alice Springs- Uluru/ Uluru - Alice Springs Private Transfers

Uluru Sunset Luxury Picnic for 2

Alice Springs to Ross River Resort: A Self-Guided Outback Drive

