Katherine Day Tour from Darwin including Katherine Gorge Cruise

14 Hours

Mobile Ticket

Hotel Pickup Offered

English

Language Offered

Overview

Take a full-day detour from Darwin to explore the beautiful natural playground of Katherine Gorge. Cruise between ancient sandstone cliffs for an up-close perspective of Aboriginal rock art and crocodiles lounging on the riverbanks. Take a dip in a natural swimming hole at the base of Edith Falls, and recharge with a delicious picnic lunch. Get a glimpse of local cattle culture on a coach tour of Katherine, and pass through the historic gold mining town of Pine Creek.

Katherine Gorge day tour from Darwin
Visit Adelaide River War Cemetery
Take a swim at Edith Falls
Delicious lunch
Enjoy a 2-hour cruise through Katherine Gorge
See crocodiles sunning on the banks of the river
Tour the township of Katherine the hub of the cattle and farming industries

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Departure & Return

What To Expect

Nestled in the rocky wilderness of Nitmiluk National Park, Katherine Gorge is one of the Northern Territory's natural treasures. After early morning pickup at your Darwin hotel, travel via comfortable coach approximately 3 hours inland while your knowledgeable guide shares commentary on the passing landscape. Stop to stretch your legs and pay tribute to fallen World War II soldiers at the Adelaide River War Cemetery. Once inside the park, take a refreshing swim in the natural rock pool at the base of Edith Falls (weather conditions permitting). Enjoy a picnic lunch amidst the serene and picturesque surroundings. In the afternoon, embark on a 2-hour cruise down the river that winds between the sheer sandstone cliffs of Katherine Gorge. Learn about the area's geologic history from your guide, and catch a glimpse of ancient Aboriginal rock art on the gorge walls. Keep an eye out for native wildlife including turtles, colorful birds and even crocodiles sunning on the riverbanks!Hop back on the coach for a brief tour of the township of Katherine, heart of the Northern Territory's cattle and agricultural industries. On the return drive to Darwin, pass through the historic gold mining town of Pine Creek and stop in Adelaide Creek for dinner at a local restaurant (own expense). Your full-day tour concludes with drop-off at your Darwin hotel in the evening.ItineraryHotel Pickup List:06.05 - Alatai Apartments06.05 - Argus Apartments06.10 - Argus Hotel07.05 - Boomerang Caravan Park06.05 - Cavanagh Hotel06.10 - City Garden Apartments07.10 - Coolalinga Caravan Park06.00 - Cullen Bay Apartments06.15 - Darwin Central Hotel06.05 - Darwin City Edge Motel & Suites06.50 - Discovery Holiday Park06.15 - DoubleTree Hilton Darwin06.15 - DoubleTree Hilton Esplanade Darwin07.00 - Free Spirit Resort06.10 - H Hotel06.50 - Hidden Valley Caravan Park06.15 - Hilton Darwin07.05 - Howard Springs Caravan Park (Hwy)06.05 - Mantra Pandanas06.15 - Marrakai Apartments06.15 - Mediterranean06.15 - Novotel Atrium07.10 - Oasis Caravan Park06.15 - Palms City Resort06.40 - Quest Berrimah06.50 - Rydges Palmerston06.00 - SkyCity06.20 - Transit Centre06.10 - Travelodge Mirambeena Resort06.00 - Vibe Waterfront06.15 - YHA Darwin

Katherine Day Tour from Darwin including Katherine Gorge Cruise

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Departure & Return

What To Expect

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