About this tour
Pack four distinct wildlife experiences into a single day across Litchfield. You'll gain aerial perspective from a helicopter, chase crocodiles and birds by airboat through channels, cruise a billabong for birdwatching and lunch, then swim in Australia's only saltwater-crocodile pool. The day wraps with a feeding demonstration featuring a rescued saltie. Hotel pickups from Darwin are included.
Highlights
- 10-minute helicopter sweep of the floodplains
- Airboat hunt for crocs, buffalo and waterbirds
- Billabong cruise with brunch
- Swim alongside wild saltwater crocodiles safely
- Live crocodile feeding and handling display
What to expect
You'll start airborne, scanning vast wetlands for movement below. The airboat ride is where heart rates spike—fast and close to the water's edge as guides point out resident saltwater crocodiles and birdlife. The cruise is slower, calmer; bring binoculars and camera. Lunch is a proper BBQ served aboard. The swimming pool is genuinely novel: you're in controlled water metres from living saltwater crocs. The final demo showcases handling and feeding of a rescue animal, narrated by experienced handlers. Most activities happen outdoors in tropical heat.
Good to know
Not suitable if you have spinal issues, are pregnant, or have cardiovascular concerns. All fitness levels work otherwise. The helicopter and airboat can be rough; secure loose items. Bring hat, sunscreen, swimmers and towel. Alcoholic drinks and soft drinks aren't included—bring your own or purchase on site.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.