Top End Parks Tour 

Experience the wonders of Australia’s Top End Luxury Kakadu tours from Darwin. This 5 night small-group tour immerses you in the Northern Territory’s culture, iconic landscapes, and unique wildlife. Enjoy premium accommodation, expert guides, and exclusive experiences, including an optional 30 minute Kakadu flight for breath taking aerial views. This is one of the best Luxury Kakadu tours from Darwin.

Highlights

• Spot wildlife on the Corroboree Billabong Wetland Cruise.
• View ancient Burrungkuy (Nourlangie) Rock Art.
• Learn from Aboriginal guides on the Guluyambi Cultural Cruise.
• Cruise through Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge.
• Enjoy relaxing dips in Katherine Hot Springs and Leliyn (Edith) Falls.
• Stay at the unique Mercure Crocodile Hotel & Luxurious Cicada Lodge

Details

Wednesdays 6 MAY 2026 to 23 SEPTEMBER 2026
Day 1 Meet your guide at the Hilton Hotel Darwin at 2pm
Day 6 Return to Hilton Darwin in Mitchell Street at approximately 6pm
Up to 22 guests with average of 16

Day 1 – Welcome to Darwin

Touch down in Darwin and dive into the heart of the Northern Territory on a 1.5 hour outback inspired gourmet food and art experience. Take a guided walk highlighting cultural sites and notable historic landmarks, including Darwin’s colourful street art. Afterwards, relax in the cool surrounds of a premier restaurant and indulge in six signature tasting plates showcasing the region’s freshest local produce.

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

Day 2 – Darwin – Kakadu

Leave Darwin for Kakadu National Park. Start the day with a peaceful Corroboree Billabong Wetland Cruise, watching for crocodiles and bird species. Learn about culture and traditions at the Murrawaddi Art Gallery.

Accommodation: Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel.
Included Meals: Breakfast.

Day 3 – Kakadu National Park

Explore Kakadu National Park. For the best views, start your morning with an optional Kakadu scenic flight (extra cost). The afternoon features the inspiring Guluyambi Cultural Cruise on the East Alligator River, where local Aboriginal guides share deep cultural insights.

Accommodation: Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel.
Included Meals: Breakfast.

Day 4 – Nitmiluk National Park

Tour the Burrungkuy (Nourlangie) Rock Art site. Travel towards Nitmiluk National Park, stopping in Pine Creek, a town rich with 19th-century gold rush history. End your day at the exclusive Cicada Lodge near Katherine Gorge.

Accommodation: Cicada Lodge.
Included Meals: Breakfast.

Day 5 – Nitmiluk Gorge Sunset Dinner Cruise

Start with a relaxing morning at Katherine Hot Springs. The afternoon highlight is the spectacular Nitmiluk Gorge Sunset Dinner Cruise. Marvel at the towering cliffs as the sun sets over the majestic Katherine Gorge.

Accommodation: Cicada Lodge.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.

Day 6 – Farewell from Darwin

Enjoy your last breakfast before visiting Leliyn (Edith) Falls in Nitmiluk National Park for a final refreshing seasonal swim. Travel back up the Stuart Highway to Darwin where your Top End Parks Tour ends and you bid farewell to your fellow travellers.

Return: Hilton Darwin in Mitchell Street at approximately 6:00 PM.
Included Meals: Breakfast.

2026 Rates
Adult Twin Share pp  –  From  $4535 AUD
Adult Single from pp –  From $6185 AUD
Minimum age 12 years – above rates apply
16 to 24 guests

Optional 30 Minute Kakadu Plane Flight
Adult $159 AUD
Child $139 AUD 12 to 14 years

Fitness Requirements
Medium level of fitness required.