A small-group day in Kakadu National Park from Darwin in a comfortable vehicle, with regular stops, iced water, snacks and lunch provided.
Days
- About 12 to 14 hours, with a 5:15 to 6am pick-up
Age
- All ages
Group size
- Small group, max 20
Start / finish
- Darwin / Darwin
Return
- See itinerary for details
Transport
- Comfortable small-group vehicle with Darwin hotel pick-up, river cruise boat
Meals
- Lunch, snacks and iced water
Route
Included experiences
- Ubirr or Burrungkuy (Nourlangie) — guided rock art walk
- Nadab lookout — views towards Arnhem Land (May to October)
- East Alligator River or Yellow Water — Guluyambi Cultural Cruise (May to October) or billabong cruise (March and April)
- Arnhem Land — step ashore during the Guluyambi cruise
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Reviews
4.9
Based on 75 reviews
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AI summary of 75 reviews
Travellers consistently praise the guides' knowledge, friendliness and attentiveness, particularly their detailed explanations of Kakadu's rock art, wildlife and cultural significance, along with their ability to remember guests' names and accommodate people of varying abilities. The highlights most frequently mentioned are the rock art at Ubirr, the crocodile-filled East Alligator River cruise led by local Indigenous guides, and the opportunity to step onto Arnhem Land, complemented by well-prepared meals and refreshments throughout the day. The most common caveat is that it is a long day involving considerable driving from Darwin, though most travellers emphasise this is worthwhile for the experience gained.
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“A1 tour of Kakadu”
Brilliant from pick-up to drop-off. Nev, our driver and guide, ran the day perfectly and the information he gave was spot on.
“Best way to see Kakadu”
Our guide Rick was knowledgeable and kept us engaged all day, and an Aboriginal guide led the cruise, so we learnt so much about Kakadu. Plenty of cold water, snacks, a tasty lunch and fruit, in comfortable air-conditioned transport.
“Highly recommended”
An amazing experience. The guide explained everything with passion and knowledge.
“Absolutely amazing, an experience u won’t forget”
Two mums with our 12-year-old girls, and the lovely older travellers on the tour welcomed us in. Neville went above and beyond and was so knowledgeable and passionate, and Tyrone was patient with our questions and full of stories.
“Great Kakadu experience”
Neville picked us up on time at 5.33am and introduced our group of 11. He made toilet stops for the older travellers, explained the rock art in detail, served a delicious lunch, and the Alligator River boat ride was incredible. Home after 13 hours, tired and happy.
“A day to remember”
Everything I'd hoped for. From the moment Ian, a true gentleman, picked us up I knew we were in good hands, and the river cruise with skipper Robbie was the icing on the cake. I'll never forget this day.
