Arnhem Land Injalak Hill Day Tour

We’re visiting the Aboriginal Lands of Arnhem Land today. Access to this region is limited to a select group of tour operators.

Visitors experience a unique mix of traditional and living culture. Arnhem Land is perhaps the only place in Australia where Indigenous culture remains dominant. This is true despite a long history of outside interaction. For instance, the Macassens visited its shores for over 500 years to harvest sea slug. They sailed here from the Indonesian island of Sulawesi and left a lasting legacy with the Aboriginal people.

The Europeans followed, and their impact on the Aboriginal people was much more deep and lasting. Yet, Arnhem Land has endured. It remains a last frontier and the homeland of around 18,000 people today.

While here, a traditional Aboriginal guide will lead you up Injalak Hill. They will show you amazing rock art on Injalak Hill (Long Tom Dreaming). This site holds some of the best rock art in Western Arnhem Land—or even all of Australia. The view from the hilltop is wonderful. You can look out across the vast floodplains and the Arnhemland escarpment.

We will say goodbye to our guide at the Injalak Art & Craft Centre. This non-profit Aboriginal organization is a great place to browse or buy local goods. While at the Centre (in Gunbalanya), you can watch the traditional Aboriginal artists painting. You can also see the women weaving pandanus baskets.

With stunning billabongs, birds, and escarpment, this is a truly unique and untouched haven in the Northern Territory.

Departure details & cost

Tour operates Monday, Wednesday & Friday 18th May – 30th Sep 2026
Departs Jabiru 8.30am to 8.45am
Returns 4pm to 4.30pm
Adult $307 AUD  Child Rate 5-13 years $241 AUD
(Unfortunately this tour is unsuitable for children aged under 5 years)

Arnhem Land Injalak Hill Day Tour Includes

• Arnhem Land entry permits
• Gunbalanya
• Injalak Hill climb accompanied by an Indigenous guide
• Permits and royalties to enter Aboriginal Lands
• Injalak Arts & Craft Centre
• Lunch & Afternoon Tea
• Transport in Air Conditioned Mini Van –  Maximum 16 passengers
• Hotel pick up and drop off

You will need

• Comfortable closed in shoes (walking sandals OK), non slip is best
• Water bottle at least one litre
• Camera
• Hat and sunscreen
• Wallet for any purchases from Injalak Arts and Crafts
• A sense of adventure!

NOTE:  Important information:  (This tour requires an average level of fitness, good balance/agility as we walk on unformed pathways up hills with no handrails)

Tour schedules may vary to the descriptions outlined on this site. We still offer amazing rock art and indigenous experiences in Western Arnhem Land.

If you would like to depart from Darwin please SEE HERE