Day 1: Darwin
On arrival at Darwin Airport you will be transferred to your hotel (flights anytime, airfare not included). The afternoon is at leisure.
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Esplanade, Darwin 1 night.
Day 2: Darwin – Kakadu
We join the famous Jumping Crocodile Cruise, where your local guide will entice crocodiles to leap from the water. Enjoy lunch in Kakadu National Park. Visit the Bowali Visitor Centre. There is time for an optional 30 minute scenic flight (AU$130). Enjoy a guided walk to view rock art and then to the top of Ubirr for great views.
Accommodation: Aurora Kakadu Lodge (Budget), Aurora Kakadu (Standard) or Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn (Superior), Kakadu. L
Day 2: Kakadu – Katherine
Take a guided walk at Nourlangie Rock to view Aboriginal rock art. Visit the Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre and view the informative exhibits and displays. After lunch join a cruise on Yellow Water Billabong. Travel to Katherine.
Accommodation: All Seasons Katherine. L
Day 3: Katherine – Darwin
Enjoy a breakfast cruise through Katherine Gorge and be amazed by its sheer sandstone cliffs. Inspect the National Park Information Centre. Continue to beautiful Edith Falls, where there is time to take a refreshing swim (conditions permitting). Visit the Adelaide River War Cemetery before returning to Darwin.
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Esplanade, Darwin 1 night. B
Day 5: Depart Darwin
You will be transferred to Darwin Airport to connect with your onward flight (flights anytime, airfare not included).