Northern Territory

The Northern Territory is where the real outback is in Australia. It's home to two of the great World Heritage Listed areas in the world - Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kakadu National Park. From desert country to tropical rainforest it's a place of unique environments. Alice Springs and Darwin are the gateways for tours starting here.

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Price

From AUD $157 per person.

Bookings

  • Price: AUD $157

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  • Departure and Arrival

  • APR, DEC-MAR: Tue, Thu, Sat
    MAY-NOV: Wed, Fri, Sun
    Depart from Darwin accommodation at 6.30am
    Arrive at Darwin accommodation at approx 8.30pm

  • What's included?

  • Coach travel, lunch, Katherine Gorge cruise, entry fees and accommodation transfers.

  • What to bring?

  • Comfortable walking shoes, hat, sunscreen, swimming gear (if desired), water bottle, insect repellent/net and camera.

  • Max people: 34

  • Tour Code: 1DKAT

  • This tour is operated as a code-share with Pinnacle Tours. Pinnacle Tours is proudly part of the Adventure Tours Australia Group.
  • 1 Boot - Hikes up to 5kms per day (basic fitness required)
  • Coach - 37 to 50 front seats, facing air-conditioned vehicle

1 Day Katherine Gorge Tour

Towering rock walls and idyllic falls, world renowned Katherine Gorge is abundant with wildlife and rich with the culture of the Jawoyn Aboriginal people. Be sure to keep a look out for fresh water crocodiles as you cruise along the Katherine River.

Tour Highlights

Pine Creek Town Tour

You may catch 'gold fever'!
Katherine Gorge Cruise

Keep a look out for freshwater crocs.
Aboriginal Culture

Learn from the Jawoyn Aboriginal people.
Edith Falls

Lush and idyllic, a beautiful place to swim.

Itinerary

World renowned for its beauty and expansive gorge system, Katherine Gorge is located within the Nitmiluk National Park. It’s a dramatic setting with towering rock walls and abundant wildlife including fresh water crocodiles. Learn about the Aboriginal culture of the National Park owners, the Jawoyn Aboriginal people.

From Darwin we head south to the small town of Adelaide River, which played a pivotal role during the Second World War. Visit the Adelaide River War Cemetery and learn of the township’s rich history throughout this period and the impact upon Australia.

Our next destination is Nitmiluk National Park (Katherine Gorge) which is world renowned for its beauty and expansive gorge system. We take a relaxing two hour guided cruise along this magnificent waterway with towering rock walls and abundant fl ora and fauna. Keep a look out for freshwater crocodiles.

We reach the township of Katherine, named by explorer John McDouall Stuart in 1862. Nestled on the banks of the Katherine River this bustling town (third largest in the Northern Territory) showcases the regions rich nature and culture and strong pioneering heritage.

After lunch we travel to the western side of Nitmiluk National Park to the idyllic Edith Falls. This natural pool lush in vegetation is a beautiful place to swim (seasonal) or relax on the grassy banks.

Refreshed we head to Pine Creek for a town tour where you may get ‘gold fever’ as you learn about this 1870’s mining town. (L)

Relax as we drive back to Darwin, arriving at approximately 8.00 – 8.30pm.

Note: Itinerary is subject to seasonal conditions and a reasonable level of fi tness is required. Bring swimming attire. Tour is operated as a code-share with Pinnacle Tours.