Day Tours
Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls
1 day | Darwin Return
Travel Period
Katherine Gorge is located within amazing Nitmiluk National Park, which spans more than 292,000 hectares. With rugged landscapes, thundering waterfalls and unlimited flora and fauna, Nitmiluk is a haven for adventurers and nature lovers alike. The name Nitmiluk, meaning ‘Cicada Place’, came from the Jawoyn people who are the traditional custodians of the Park.
Departs
Mon, Wed & Sat
6.30am from Darwin
(meet at the front entrance of the Mantra on the Esplanade Hotel)
Returns
Darwin, 8.30pm approximately
Prices From Code: D11
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Itinerary
Stuart Highway - Travel along Australia’s longest highway en route to your destination.
Adelaide River War Cemetery - Dedicated to the casualties of the Bombing of Darwin
Nitmiluk National Park - See varied landscapes, waterfalls, and diverse flora and fauna.
Leliyn (Edith Falls) - Visit here (and take a refreshing swim in the dry season).
Aboriginal rock art - Throughout Nitmiluk view ancient art that expresses in images the deep spiritual culture of the Park’s custodians.
Jawoyn people - Learn about the traditional owners of Nitmiluk.
Lunch - Relax in a shaded outdoor setting.
Nitmiluk Visitor Centre - You’re free to spend time here to see photographs, memorabilia and traditional Aboriginal artefacts.
Katherine Gorge - Enjoy a two-hour cruise through the stunning gorge with its 70-metre-high walls.
Freshwater Crocodiles - Keep your eyes peeled for these, as well as wonderful birdlife and amazing scenery.
Included Meals: Lunch
Please note: This itinerary may be subject to change.
Prices above may vary according to your departure date.
Trip Details
What's included
- • Lunch
- • Experienced Driver Guide
- • Comprehensive commentary
- • Travel in an air-conditioned coach
What to Bring
- • Enclosed walking shoes
- • Sunglasses, hat, sunscreen
- • Water bottle to hold 1 litre
- • Warm layers in cooler months
- • Swimmers & towel (if swimming)
Fitness Requirements
- • Low level of fitness required
- • 800m walk between Gorges to change boats
Dining
- • Lunch
