Sit back and relax as the tranquil surroundings transport you into the world of Jawoyn culture and history, on a sunset dinner cruise through Nitmiluk Gorge.
Days
- 3.5 hours, sunset
Age
- 6+
Group size
- Max 30
Start / finish
- Nitmiluk / Nitmiluk
Return
- See itinerary for details
Transport
- Cruise boat, with a walk of about 400m each way between gorges
Meals
- Three course dinner cooked on board and a glass of sparkling wine; cash bar for other drinks
Route
Included experiences
- Nitmiluk Gorge — two gorge cruise at sunset
- Jawoyn culture — stories and ways of the traditional owners
- Candle light dinner on board
Pictures / Videos
Reviews
4.9
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Travellers consistently praise the combination of spectacular gorge scenery at sunset, cultural stories shared by knowledgeable guides and the quality of the food, particularly the meat dishes and three-course dinner served on the boat. What stands out most often is the overall experience being memorable and well-organised, with staff described as warm, welcoming and professional throughout the cruise, which includes views of two gorges and a short walk to rock art before returning to the dinner boat. The most common caveat concerns the practical aspects of the experience: some travellers note that clouds can affect sunset views, that dinner is served when it becomes dark rather than during golden hour light, seating is at shared tables rather than private arrangements, and one group experienced safety concerns due to inadequate lighting on the return path to the car park.
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One of the best things I've done in the Territory. Katherine Gorge at sunset on the dinner cruise was unforgettable, the staff were warm and knowledgeable, and the stories of the Traditional Owners were shared in a beautiful, respectful way. Great food and atmosphere too.
We did the dinner cruise through the first two gorges. Our skipper and guide was informative and dinner was fantastic. The only downside was no lighting between the boat ramp and the car park on the way back, which felt unsafe in the dark.
The sunset cruise was amazing, with a fantastic guide, a brilliant crew and special food. The scenery is beyond the usual words.
The Nabilil Dreaming sunset dinner cruise was magical, with stunning views, fascinating cultural stories and a delicious dinner on the boat. I also did a kayak trip the next day, and everything was well organised with welcoming staff.
On the sunset cruise you take one boat up the first gorge, walk about 400 metres to a second boat for gorge two, then return to the dinner boat. My steak was cooked perfectly though the potato was undercooked, and the boat circled in one spot rather than cruising. Clouds dulled the sunset, but the guide's dad jokes were a comedy show and we enjoyed it.
The sunset dinner cruise was the best experience of our trip around Australia. The gorge changed colour as the sun went down over about four hours, the steak and grilled barramundi were superb, and our guide and later the boss shared a deep connection to the land.
