Walk Kakadu National Park

Walk Kakadu National Park

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Walk Kakadu National Park

8 Days Starting and ending in Darwin

Visiting: Darwin, Kakadu National Park / Jabiru, Arnhem Land / Jabiru, Kakadu National Park / Mataranka / Katherine, Nitmiluk National Park / Katherine, Litchfield National Park / Darwin

Tour operator:

Intrepid Travel

Tour code:

PJXK

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 12

Physical rating:

High

Age range:

15-99 years

Interests:

History, Wildlife Tours

From: $3270 $2616 Operator discount: -$654 -20%

NB: Prices correct on 29-Jun-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Take a drive along Nature’s Way in the Northern Territory, a round trip which takes in the best of the Top End. You’ll travel through the spectacular landscape of Kakadu National Park, followed by a few days in Katherine and a day at Litchfield National Park, with plenty of spectacular hikes along the way. View some of the world’s most impressive rock art sites, see thundering waterfalls, and go swimming in natural waterholes. This eight-day small group tour combines moderate walks, comfortable accommodation, and a knowledgeable leader with some of Australia’s most spectacular scenery.

Highlights

  • Go further and visit remote and restricted rock art sites including Ubirr and Nourlangie with a local guide.

  • Explore the many wonders of Kakadu, Nitmiluk and Litchfield National Parks on foot, from beautiful walking trails to amazing lookouts.

  • Cool off in some of the Northern Territory’s most beautiful waterholes, rivers and natural pools as you go swimming in the National Parks.

  • Enjoy several included picnic lunches in the best secret spots, known only to a handful of people including our experienced tour leaders.

  • Embark on a spectacular journey through Cahill’s Crossing on the East Alligator River into Arnhem Land. With an experienced First Nations guide, you’ll learn about the aboriginal culture and heritage of this area.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Darwin

Location: Darwin

Accommodation: Resort

Meals Included: dinner

Welcome! Your adventure begins in Darwin (Gulumerrdgen in the language of the local Larrakia people, who are the traditional owners of the land on which Darwin is now located). You won’t need to venture far to find plenty of things to keep you entertained before your tour starts. Go shopping for First Nations art, check out the (free) Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory or discover Australia’s war history at World War II oil storage tunnels along the waterfront. Your tour begins with a 6pm with a Welcome Meeting, where you will meet your leader and the rest of your group. Afterwards we’ll head to a local restaurant to get to know each other and celebrate the start of your adventure.

Day 2: Kakadu National Park / Jabiru

Location: Kakadu National Park / Jabiru

Accommodation: Basic Resort with Shared Facilities

Meals Included: breaksfast, lunch, dinner

After breakfast set off on the drive to Mamukala Wetlands, in World heritage-listed Kakadu National Park, where water pythons, birds, crocodiles, turtles and other wildlife can be spotted. From here, we’ll drive to Ubirr which is widely regarded as one of the world’s most outstanding rock art sites. Here, you’ll embark on a walk to discover the different rock art galleries and learn about the incredible history of this area. After you have checked out the fascinating paintings, which include depictions of some of the first interactions with non-Aboriginal people, we’ll head to Jabiru and check into our comfortable motel for the next few nights.

Included Activities:
-Kakadu National Park – Ubirr walk
-Kakadu National Park - Mamukala Wetlands

Day 3: Arnhem Land / Jabiru

Location: Arnhem Land / Jabiru

Accommodation: Basic Resort with Shared Facilities

Meals Included: breaksfast, lunch, dinner

After breakfast, embark on a spectacular journey through Cahill’s Crossing on the East Alligator River into Arnhem Land with traditional owners. You’re lucky to spend the day today with experienced First Nations guide leading the way and discover the Australian outback from 4WD buses that transport you to Mikkinj Valley and beyond. Expect to uncover rock art sites, sandstone gorges, forests, flood plains and an abundance of birdlife, whilst learning about the aboriginal culture and heritage of this area. Plus, enjoy some time by the water and a bite to eat at Inkiyu Billabong.

Included Activities:
-Arnhem Land - Arnhemlander Cultural & Heritage 4WD tour

Day 4: Kakadu National Park / Jabiru

Location: Kakadu National Park / Jabiru

Accommodation: Basic Resort with Shared Facilities

Meals Included: breaksfast, lunch, dinner

Kakadu National Park has one of the world’s highest concentrated areas of rock art. After breakfast we’ll take a short drive to Nourlangie and walk to the famous painting of Namarrgon, the lightning man, who is said to control the spectacular wet season lightning storms. You’ll also view the rest of the site which is reminiscent of a traditional art gallery with multiple rooms (caves) featuring different styles of art. Afterwards, take on the Barrk Walk, through the sandstone country of Nourlangie. After an initial steep climb to the top of a rocky outcrop you'll be rewarded with spectacular views of the World Heritage area. Roughly half-way through, you reach Nanguluwurr art site where you’ll find more breathtaking paintings. From here, you can choose to turn back or complete the entire circuit.

Included Activities:
-Kakadu National Park - Burrungkuy (Nourlangie) rock art site
-Kakadu National Park - Barrk sandstone walk

Day 5: Kakadu National Park / Mataranka / Katherine

Location: Kakadu National Park / Mataranka / Katherine

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: breaksfast, lunch, dinner

Today is a day off from walking as we make the long drive south. After breakfast, sit back and relax as we embark on our adventurous drive to Mataranka thermal pools. Once arrived you will quickly see why it’s such a special place to visit. Take a quick soak in Mataranka Thermal Pools and relax the muscles from the previous days walks. Along the way we’ll have brief stops in Pine Creek and Katherine. Then head to Katherine to check in at our hotel and make yourself at home for the next 3 nights.

Included Activities:
-Kakadu National Park - Yurmikmik lookout walk

Day 6: Nitmiluk National Park / Katherine

Location: Nitmiluk National Park / Katherine

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: breaksfast, lunch

After breakfast, we’ll drive to the northern section of Nitmiluk National Park to Leliyn (Edith Falls). We have plenty of time today to explore this picturesque area. Edith Falls is the last stop along the Jatbula trail which begins 62km away in Katherine Gorge. Today’s walk has plenty of natural pools to cool off in. Walk part of the trail along a sandy path to Sweetwater Pool, where rich red rocks frame the perfectly calm (and very inviting) waterhole. Then, on the walk back, you’ll stop at the Upper Pools of Leliyn for one final dip to cool off before the drive to Katherine.

Included Activities:
-Nitmiluk National Park - Leliyn (Edith Falls) Upper Circuit Walk & Swim
-Nitmiluk National Park - Jatbula Trail (Leliyn to Sweetwater Pool)

Day 7: Nitmiluk National Park / Katherine

Location: Nitmiluk National Park / Katherine

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: breaksfast, lunch, dinner

After breakfast this morning, a short drive to the southern section of Nitmiluk will take us to Katherine Gorge. Depending on the temperature on the day, your local guide will offer a selection of walks of varying difficulty and length (6km-12km). Take your time to discover Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge which was created as the Katherine River carved its way through ancient sandstone cliffs more than 20 million years ago. You’ll notice the natural horizontal bands defining the cliffs surrounding the gorge that were created by layer upon layer of sediments. After a full day exploring all that Katherine Gorge has to offer, we’ll make our way back to Katherine for the evening.

Included Activities:
-Nitmiluk National Park - Katherine Gorge walks
-Nitmiluk National Park - Southern Rockhole Ferry (Dec-Mar only)

Day 8: Litchfield National Park / Darwin

Location: Litchfield National Park / Darwin

Meals Included: breaksfast, lunch

After breakfast, drive to Litchfield National Park where waterfalls cascade from escarpments into plunge pools and there are deep prehistoric-looking forests and thousands of six-foot-high termite mounds. During the wet season, four major waterfalls thunder from the cliffs into rock pools. During the dry season, the waterfalls flow more gently, making the waterholes perfect spots for swimming. We’ll stop by the Magnetic Termite Mounds then our first walk will be determined by our local guide. Today’s walks will be dependent on the ability of our group members and seasonal accessibility. Regardless of which walks are chosen, you’re sure to reach stunning waterfalls and billabongs along the way. Afterwards, we’ll drive to Darwin where your tour ends. No accommodation is provided tonight but if you would like to spend more time here, we can book additional accommodation for you (pending availability).

Included Activities:
-Litchfield National Park - Magnetic Termite Mounds
-Litchfield National Park - Day walks

What's Included

  • Accommodation
    Hotel (3 night), Resort (1 night), Basic Resort with shared facilities (3 nights)

  • Meals
    7 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 6 dinners

  • Kakadu National Park – Ubirr walk

  • Kakadu National Park - Mamukala Wetlands

  • Arnhem Land - Arnhemlander Cultural & Heritage 4WD tour

  • Kakadu National Park - Burrungkuy (Nourlangie) rock art site

  • Kakadu National Park - Barrk sandstone walk

  • Kakadu National Park - Yurmikmik lookout walk

  • Nitmiluk National Park - Leliyn (Edith Falls)

  • Nitmiluk National Park - Jatbula Trail (Leliyn to Sweetwater Pool)

  • Nitmiluk National Park - Katherine Gorge walks

  • Nitmiluk National Park - Katherine River to Southern Rockhole ferry

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Transport

  • Private vehicle , Walking

Accommodation

  • Hotel (3 night), Resort (1 night), Basic Resort with shared facilities (3 nights)

Important Information

  • START & END TIMES
  • The trip begins in Darwin with a group meeting at 6pm, and finishes upon arrival back into Darwin on the last day in the late afternoon.
  • SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
  • A Single Supplement is bookable on this trip, subject to availability at the time of booking. Due to the types of accommodation used on this tour a single supplement will not always mean a king/queen bed and own bathroom.
  • OPERATOR
  • This trip is operated and run by Inspiration Outdoors, an Intrepid Company. You will be travelling with a mixture of both Inspiration Outdoors customers and Intrepid customers. Intrepid works closely with Inspiration Outdoors to ensure that all of our customers enjoy their time away.

Check out our Q&As

  • Is this trip right for you

    This trip involves plenty of walking over varied terrain and is best suited to travellers with a good level of mobility. Good footwear, plus perhaps walking poles are recommended. Details on physical activities can be found in the itinerary.

    This trip is operated and run by Inspiration Outdoors, an Intrepid Company. You will be travelling with a mixture of both Inspiration Outdoors customers and Intrepid customers. Intrepid works closely with Inspiration Outdoors to ensure that all of our customers enjoy their time away.

    Throughout the year the exact order and nature of inclusions may vary depending on factors such as weather, driving times, group fitness, road conditions, so be prepared to be flexible. We will still show you the very best of what the region has to offer!

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Intrepid Travel has been taking travellers around the world for over 30 years

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Since 2002, The Intrepid Foundation has supported over 130 organisations across the world. We’re creating positive impact through the joy of travel, community and connection.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Over 50% of traveller travel solo with Intrepid. You can choose to share a room with another solo travelle of the same sex for no additional charge, or choose to pay a single supplement if you’d like your own room. Please request this when booking, and we will secure you a single supplement wherever possible. Please note, if you are booking a last-minute trip, it may be harder for us to secure a single room

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