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A two-day Kakadu adventure combining ancient Aboriginal rock art, wildlife cruises and a guided cultural river journey in Australia's Top End
- Ancient Aboriginal rock art at Ubirr and Burrungkuy
- Yellow Water Billabong wildlife cruise with a local guide
- Guluyambi cultural cruise on the East Alligator River
Trip Details
- Departs
- 1 May 2027
- Returns
- 1 October 2027
- Embarks
- Operator
- AAT Kings
Join an adventure through Kakadu National Park and East Alligator River. Discover ancient Aboriginal rock art at Ubirr and Burrungkuy (Nourlangie), cruise the Yellow Water Billabong to spot wildlife, and explore the remote Mikinj Valley by 4WD. Take a cultural cruise on the East Alligator River with an Aboriginal guide, learning about traditional land ownership, bush skills, and the rich cultural heritage of the region. This tour offers a unique opportunity to connect with the natural beauty and cultural significance of Australia's Top End.
Departures & Pricing
- 01 May 2027 - 02 May 2027
from $985 pp twin share * - 02 May 2027 - 03 May 2027
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from $985 pp twin share * - 30 May 2027 - 31 May 2027
from $985 pp twin share *
* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.
Upgrades, transfers, accommodation and more can be quoted on enquiry — call 1300 414 198.
Itinerary
- 1
Darwin - Kakadu
Depart Darwin and travel along the Arnhem Highway, their major river systems and wetlands, into Kakadu National Park. Located 257 kilometres east of Darwin, this national park covers 20,000 square kilometres of landscape from rocky escarpment home to historic Aboriginal rock art dating thousands of years, to floodplains abundant with wildlife. Visit the Warradjan Cultural Centre to view the informative displays depicting the traditions of the Aboriginal people in Kakadu. Join your local guide on a cruise of Yellow Water Billabong. Search for saltwater crocodiles and the colourful range of birdlife for which this region is renowned. After lunch, stop at Burrungkuy (Nourlangie), where your Driver Guide will lead you on a walk to view the rock art galleries. There is the opportunity for an optional 50-minute scenic flight (own expense).
- 2
Guluyambi Cultural Cruise - Depart Darwin
This morning join your Driver Guide to explore the World Heritage area of Ubirr, where you’ll climb up through the ancient Aboriginal rock art galleries, believed to be 20,000 years old, to the lookout for a view over the surrounding wetlands. Join the Guluyambi Cruise on the East Alligator River. An Aboriginal guide will provide an insight into their culture, including local mythology, the river’s abundant food chain, as well as bush survival skills. With special permission of the local people, you can go ashore in Arnhem Land. Visit the Marrawuddi Art Gallery before returning to Darwin, where your short break concludes.
Inclusions & exclusions
What’s included
- Accommodation Kakadu National Park Ticket Experienced Driver Guides Comprehensive commentary Travel in an air-conditioned coach.
- Day 1 highlights Darwin - Kakadu: Depart Darwin and travel along the Arnhem Highway, their major river systems and wetlands, into Kakadu National Park. Located 257 kilometres east of Darwin, this national park covers 20,000 square kilometres of landscape from rocky escarpment home to historic Aboriginal rock art dating thousands of years, to floodplains abundant with wildlife. Visit the Warradjan Cultural Centre to view the informative displays depicting the traditions of the Aboriginal people in Kakadu. Join your local guide on a cruise of Yellow Water Billabong. Search for saltwater crocodiles and the colourful range of birdlife for which this region is renowned. After lunch, stop at Burrungkuy (Nourlangie), where your Driver Guide will lead you on a walk to view the rock art galleries. There is the opportunity for an optional 50-minute scenic flight (own expense).
- Day 2 highlights Guluyambi Cultural Cruise - Depart Darwin: This morning join your Driver Guide to explore the World Heritage area of Ubirr, where you’ll climb up through the ancient Aboriginal rock art galleries, believed to be 20,000 years old, to the lookout for a view over the surrounding wetlands. Join the Guluyambi Cruise on the East Alligator River. An Aboriginal guide will provide an insight into their culture, including local mythology, the river’s abundant food chain, as well as bush survival skills. With special permission of the local people, you can go ashore in Arnhem Land. Visit the Marrawuddi Art Gallery before returning to Darwin, where your short break concludes.
Not included
- Optional 50-minute scenic flight at your own expense
Accommodation
- Kakadu Crocodile Hotel
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