Kakadu and Tiwi Island Explorer

3 Days

Duration

Kakadu National Park NT

Location

Age

May - Sep

Dates

Experience two of the Northern Territory’s most iconic destinations on this 3 Day Kakadu and Tiwi Island Explorer Tour. Discover ancient Aboriginal culture, world-renowned rock art sites, and stunning landscapes—plus enjoy immersive cultural experiences with the Tiwi people.

Sightseeing Highlights

Explore World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park
Cruise Yellow Water billabong
Warradjin Cultural Centre
See Aboriginal rock art at Nourlangie Rock
Ubirr Rock Art Site & Lookout
Guluyambi Cultural Cruise with indigenous guide
Marrawuddi Art Gallery
Experience Aboriginal Culture on Tiwi Island

Departures

Departs TUE & WED (MAY)

Departs TUE, WED & SAT (JUN to end of SEP)

Pick up between 6 am & 6.30 am

Returns approx. 5.45 pm to Cullen Bay Ferry Terminal Day 3

Day 1: Darwin – Kakadu

Travel into Kakadu National Park to begin your 3 Day Kakadu and Tiwi Island Explorer. Take a guided walk to view Aboriginal rock art at Nourlangie Rock. After lunch join the famous Yellow Water Billabong Cruise and later, visit the Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre and view the informative displays and exhibits. There is the opportunity for an optional 50 minute scenic flight Overnight Kakadu Crocodile Hotel.

Optional 50 minute Kakadu Scenic Flight 2026 rates.

$259 AUD adult
$210 AUD child

Day 2: Kakadu – Darwin

We continue the Kakadu and Tiwi Island Explorer tour with a visit to the World Heritage Area of Ubirr Rock Art Site where you will climb up through the ancient Aboriginal rock art galleries. The climb is approx. 250 metres on uneven surface and only a moderate level of fitness is required and well worth it for the view over the surrounding wetlands.

Then it is off to the Upstream Boat Ramp where we join the Guluyambi Cultural Cruise where you indigenous 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 are able to go ashore in Arnhem Land. After a visit to the Marrawuddi Art Gallery in Jabiru we return to Darwin where you will overnight at The Leea.

Day 3: Kakadu – Darwin

Travel by ferry to Wurrumiyanga on Bathurst Island for a personalised Tiwi cultural experience. Visit one of Australia’s oldest and most diverse Indigenous art centres and enjoy a behind-the-scenes screen-printing workshop, creating your own take-home t-shirt, tea towel or fabric featuring a Tiwi design.

Meet local artists, discover traditional and contemporary Tiwi artwork, and browse authentic paintings, carvings and fabrics available for purchase. Return to Darwin aboard a high-speed catamaran.

Rates 2027

$1745 AUD per person twin share

$2170AUD per person single (own room)

$1729 AUD per person Triple Share

$1329 AUD per child (2 to 15 yrs)

Inclusions

Private ensuite room Kakadu Crocodile Hotel, Jabiru night 1
Private ensuite room The Leea, Darwin night 2
Kakadu National Park Ticket
Includes Lunches x 3 / All other meals can be purchased at the hotels
Experienced Driver Guides
Detailed and informative commentary
Guluyambi Cruise
Yellow Water Cruise
Ferry to Tiwi Island

What to bring

Comfortable walking shoes
Sunglasses, hat and sunscreen
23 kg’s luggage permitted per person + a day bag
Large water bottle
Camera
Enclosed sturdy walking shoes
Jacket for cooler months
You are permitted 23kg’s luggage each + a day bag

Fitness requirement

Moderate level of fitness is required.

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