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Northern Territory Top End National Parks
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Length
6 Days
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Quality
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Starts in
Darwin / Garramilla (Australia)
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Ends in
Darwin / Garramilla (Australia)
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Available Tour Start Dates
MAY 6, 2026 to SEP 10, 2027
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Activity Level
No Rating Provided
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Language
English
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Guaranteed Date(s)
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Special Interest(s)
Small Group
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$3,069.45
Overview
Discover the wonders of the Top End on this 6-day tour with a Small Group of up to 24 travellers accompanied by an expert Driver Guide. You'll travel through Kakadu and Nitmiluk National Parks, cruise the wetlands of Corroboree Billabong and the towering cliffs of Nitmiluk Gorge, uncover ancient Aboriginal rock art and connect with the stories that shape this remarkable region. Along the way, enjoy guided experiences, premium accommodation and the chance to swim beneath Nitmiluk’s waterfalls. With expert guidance and immersive experiences throughout, you’ll journey through one of Australia’s most extraordinary landscapes. This trip is operated by our Australia and New Zealand Specialists at AAT Kings.
Visited During Tour
Darwin / Garramilla (Australia) | Kakadu National Park (Australia) | Nitmiluk National Park
Dates, Offers & Prices
Tour Itinerary
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Dates, Offers & Prices
The following are Northern Territory Top End National Parks tour dates available from Trafalgar. Select a bonus offer graphic to view its details, including its terms.
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Tour Itinerary
Trafalgar Tour Code 790-2247
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1Welcome to Darwin
Arrive in Darwin and begin your journey in the Top End with an outback-inspired gourmet food and art experience. On a guided walk, uncover cultural sites, historic landmarks and some of the city’s colourful street art before settling into a premier restaurant for six signature tasting plates that celebrate the region’s freshest local produce.
Accommodations: Hilton Darwin -
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2Darwin onto Kakadu
Leave Darwin behind and begin the day on a Corroboree Billabong wetland cruise, gliding through pristine waterways as crocodiles and colourful birdlife appear among the reeds. Next, you’ll continue to Kakadu National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where wetlands, waterfalls, rainforest and ancient rock art reveal the extraordinary scale and significance of this landscape. Later, visit Murrawaddi Art Gallery to discover Indigenous stories expressed through artworks rich in tradition and spirituality.
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- Breakfast
Accommodations: Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel -
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3Discover Kakadu National Park
Wake to another day in the heart of Kakadu. For a different perspective on this vast wilderness, you may choose an optional scenic flight at sunrise, soaring above ancient escarpments and winding waterways. Later, join the Guluyambi Cultural Cruise along the East Alligator River, where local Aboriginal guides share stories, customs and traditions as you watch for wildlife along the water’s edge.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel -
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4Journey to Nitmiluk National Park
Delve deeper into Kakadu’s living history at Burrungkuy (Nourlangie), where ancient rock art reveals stories of Country and culture. Then journey towards Katherine, stopping in Pine Creek, a former gold rush town where heritage buildings and mining relics offer a glimpse into the past. By evening, arrive at Cicada Lodge in Nitmiluk National Park, where comfort and bush surrounds come together in spectacular style.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Cicada Lodge -
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5Cruise Nitmiluk Gorge
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast this morning before visiting Katherine Hot Springs, where warm thermal waters and leafy surrounds invite you to unwind. After free time for lunch in Katherine, return to Nitmiluk for a memorable sunset dinner cruise through majestic Nitmiluk Gorge. As towering cliffs catch the changing light, take in the beauty and stillness of this remarkable setting before returning to Cicada Lodge for the evening.
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- Breakfast
- Dinner
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6Farewell Darwin
Before your journey comes to an end, head to Leliyn (Edith) Falls, another beautiful corner of Nitmiluk National Park. Here, you may have the chance for a refreshing swim beneath cascading falls, depending on the season. Later, travel north along the Stuart Highway to Darwin, where your Top End adventure draws to a close.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
More Details
Trafalgar is informing us of the following additional details regarding their Northern Territory Top End National Parks tour:
Travelers Notes
* AUSTRALIA: USA passport holders require a visa for Australia. Visa must be obtained prior to departure. We recommend applying 30-60 days prior to departure. * IMPORTANT: Please see important visa details sent with your invoice. * ARRIVAL: Arrive into Darwin International Airport (DRW). Flights to arrive by 12:00.* DEPARTURE: Depart from Darwin International Airport (DRW). Flights to depart after 20:00. Post hotel night is recommended.* TRANSFERS: Chargeable transfers available for guests who have booked their extra hotel nights with Trafalgar. Guests booking independent hotel nights will need to make their own transfer arrangements.* FITNESS REQUIREMENT: Moderate fitness level required. * KAKADU-BURRUNGKUY (NOURLANGIE) LOOKOUT: To get to the lookout guests are required to scale up an uneven, rocky path and steps. There is an alternate route on a paved path for those unable to climb to the top, where guests will still view Rock Art.* GROUND HANDLER: This trip is operated by Ground Handler, AAT Kings. * NOTE: This Trip falls under LEVEL 1. Please refer to the Deposit, Payment, and Cancellations Policies on our Website.
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