6 Day Kakadu & Katherine Tour

Discover Kakadu and Nitmiluk National Parks on the 6 Day Kakadu & Katherine Tour, a small-group journey from Darwin with comfortable hotel and lodge accommodation. Travel through wetlands, ancient Aboriginal cultural landscapes and spectacular gorges, with two nights at the Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel and two nights at Cicada Lodge in Nitmiluk National Park.

Kakadu & Katherine Tour Details

Departs: Darwin
Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
Meeting Point: Hilton Darwin at 2:00 PM on Day 1
Returns: Hilton Darwin at approximately 6:00 PM on Day 6
Group Size: 16–24 guests
Minimum Age: 12 years

Two Nights at Cicada Lodge

A special feature of this tour is the two-night stay at Cicada Lodge, located within Nitmiluk National Park.  The two-night stay allows more time to enjoy the Nitmiluk region and includes the memorable Nitmiluk Gorge Sunset Dinner Cruise.

Day 1 – Arrive, Settle In & Discover Darwin

Meet your group at the Hilton Darwin before enjoying a 1.5 hour gourmet food and art experience. Discover Darwin’s street art, cultural sites and historic landmarks, followed by six tasting plates featuring local produce.

Meeting Point: Hilton Darwin at 2:00 PM
Accommodation: Hilton Darwin

Day 2 – Darwin to Kakadu National Park

Depart Darwin for a Corroboree Billabong Wetland Cruise, spotting crocodiles and birdlife, before continuing into Kakadu National Park to experience its spectacular landscapes, wildlife and ancient Aboriginal culture, including a visit to Murrawaddi Art Gallery.

Accommodation: Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel
Included Meals: Breakfast

Day 3 – Kakadu National Park

Explore Kakadu, with the option to take a 30 minute scenic flight in the morning at additional cost. Later, join the Guluyambi Cultural Cruise on the East Alligator River, where local Aboriginal guides share stories and cultural knowledge.

Accommodation: Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel
Included Meals: Breakfast

Day 4 – Kakadu to Nitmiluk National Park

Visit Burrungkuy (Nourlangie) to explore its Aboriginal rock art and surrounding landscape. Travel south through Pine Creek before continuing to Nitmiluk National Park for your first night at Cicada Lodge.

Accommodation: Cicada Lodge
Included Meals: Breakfast

Day 5 – Katherine Hot Springs & Nitmiluk Gorge

Enjoy a relaxed morning at Katherine Hot Springs. Later, experience the Nitmiluk Gorge Sunset Dinner Cruise, cruising between the sandstone cliffs as the afternoon light changes across the gorge.

An optional 15-minute Katherine Gorge Highlights Helicopter Flight is also available, offering spectacular aerial views over the gorges and escarpment of Nitmiluk National Park.
Bookable on tour with your guide.

Optional Helicopter Flight: $239 AUD per person
Accommodation: Cicada Lodge
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6 – Leliyn (Edith Falls) & Darwin

Visit Leliyn (Edith Falls), with the opportunity for a seasonal swim when conditions permit. Then travel north to Darwin, where your tour concludes at the Hilton Darwin.

Return: Hilton Darwin at approximately 6:00 PM
Included Meals: Breakfast

2027 Kakadu & Katherine Tour Rates

Rates shown are starting rates and are subject to availability. Prices may increase as availability reduces or as the departure date approaches.
Please enquire for the current rate for your preferred departure date.

Optional 30 Minute Kakadu Scenic Flight

Adult $159 AUD (15+ years)
Child $139 AUD (12–14 years)

Fitness Requirements

Medium level of fitness required.

Flight Information

Day 1: Flights to arrive prior to 12 noon into Darwin Airport
Day 6: Flights to depart after 8:00 PM from Darwin Airport

What to Bring

• Comfortable walking shoes
• Warm layers in cooler months
• Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat
• Swimwear & towel
• Water bottle
• Camera / phone
• Luggage limit of 23kg’s per person plus a day bag