Conference Tours

Touring Options

Whilst you're in Darwin, why not take the time to explore some of the Top End's many beautiful natural attractions.


PRE & POST TOURS

Litchfield National Park Full Day Tour
$117 per adult / $57 per childno1 Depart: 7.00am      Returns: 6.00pm
Visit the main falls of Tolmer, Florence and Wangi Falls where the opportunities for scenic and interpretive bush & monsoon forest walks are available.

no1Darwin’s Traditional Bush Foods Full Day Tour
$155 per adult / $108.50 per child
Departs: 8.00am     Returns: 5.00pm
Learn about various traditional foods that can be found around the outskirts of Darwin along with gathering and cooking of long bums (mollusc), mud crabs and the tasting of our sought after delicacy, the mangrove worm.  An all day hands on experience of bush foods and bush medicined with a local Aboriginal guide

Kakadu Full Day Tour
$179 per adult / $90 per child Departs: 6.35am     Returns: 8.00pm
Australia, Northern Territory, Kakadu NP, Nourlangie Rock ArtView the superbly preserved Aboriginal rock paintings at Ubirr.  Ubirr have been added in its own right to World Heritage status because of its anthropological and archaeological value.  Cruise along the East Alligator River with an Aboriginal guide, and watch for a variety of birdlife and wildlife, including crocodiles.  Learn about the ancient culture and legends of the region and by special permission take a short walk into Arnhem Land.  On return stop at Windows on the Wetlands and admire the changing light of day over the floodplains.

Australia, Northern Territory, Nitmiluk National Park, Katherine Gorge, View From AboveKatherine Gorge and Edith Falls Tour – Full Day
$173 per adult / $87 per child Departs: 7.00am    Returns: 8.30pm
Travelling south you will pass through tropical country and former WWII airstrips, stopping at the Adelaide River War Cemetery, a site dedicated to those killed in the air raids in Darwin in the 1940’s.  Edith falls is the time for a refreshing swim in the waterhole beneath the falls.  Join a 2 hour scenic cruise through Katherine Gorge in Nitmiluk National Park.  Enjoy a brief tour of Katherine, the third largest town in the Territory and hub of the region’s cattle and farming industries.

Kakadu 3 Day 4WD Experience
$910 per adult / $728 per child
Departs: 8.00am     Returns: 5.00pm
Murdudjurl CampsiteHighlights of this tour include exclusive Murdudjurl Cultural Tour to learn more about the local aboriginal people and their country.  Day two you will 4WD into the remote areas of Kakadu, Jim Jim and Twin Falls.  Visit many other special sites of this spectacular region and stay at the private luxury camp with meals provided whilst on tour.  This tour involves swimming and hiking and requires a medium level of fitness, suitable for a broad range of age groups.

Tiwi Islands Full Day Cultural Tour – includes Scenic flight to island
$369 per adult / $269 per child
Tiwi IslandsDeparts: 8.00am     Returns: 5.15pm
Be taken on a journey through progressive community of Nguiu.  Visit the museum and early mission precinct with its unique Tiwi style Catholic Church.  Visit arts and crafts centres and see the artists at work with an opportunity to purchase Tiwi art and crafts as well as screen printed fabric.  Spend time with some Tiwi ladies enjoying Billy tea and damper, and join in as they show you their totem dances.  Visit a Tiwi Burial Site, and learn some of the complex rituals associated with Pukamani poles. 

Darwin Harbour Sunset Cruise with Dinner
$90 per adult / $59 per child
Departs: 5.45 pm     Returns: 8.30pm
no1Experience a unique tropical dinning experience aboard the schooner Alfred Nobel, which includes a seated Australian gourmet style meal.  The meal includes an ante Pasto platter to start with followed by a fresh chilled seafood platter of freshly shucked Coffin Bay Oysters and chilled local prawns.  The BBQ will then be fired up and you will be served Wild Caught Local Barramundi and much more.  This cruise is a must for the perfect finale for your Darwin Experience.

Blue Waters Full Day Fishing
$240 per adult / $220.00 per child
Departs: 7.00am     Returns: 5.00pm
a great fishing experience!The ultimate sports fishing in Northern Australia’s pristine blue water destinations.  This day charter travels to yo 50 kms from Darwin to some of the best fishing locations in the Top End of Australia.  All fishing equipment is provided, its an unforgettable days fishing – whether you are a beginner or an experienced angler.  Target the whole range of reef fish in the Top End including Golden Snapper, Rock Cod, Tricky Snapper, Jewfish, Coral Trout, Red Emperor, Stripeys and many more.  Baits will also be put out for Spanish mackerel, Tuna, Cobia and Giant Trevally.

PARTNER PROGRAMS

Full Day Litchfield National Park Tour
Batchelor is rich in history; the town played a big part in World War II with the airstrip in constant use.  In 1949, Rum Jungle Mine, Australia’s first Uranium mine was established.  The township of Batchelor was built in 1952 to house the mine workers.  When the mine closed in 1971 excess accommodation was and still is used as an Outdoor Education Centre and Aboriginal Tertiary College.
Once in Litchfield National Park, visit the Termite Mounds and learn about how the termites live and construct these amazing mounds.  Travel up to Florence Falls where there is a short walk to the viewing platform, or do an interpretative walk around Wangi Falls. 

 BBQ Lunch Sailing Cruise
Cruise the beautiful Darwin harbour, which is 3 times larger than Sydney Harbour.  Sit back and relax aboard the beautiful, restored sailing boat. 

 Half Day Jumping Crocodiles Cruise
Travel out the Arnhem Highway through Humpty Doo and Darwin’s rural area, where your guide will provide you with an interesting commentary about the unique lifestyles and environment. 
On arriving at the famous Adelaide River, you will join the Jumping Crocodiles Cruise.  Watch these pre historic creatures propel themselves from the water for feeding.

 Half Day Fishing Charter
This superb half-day fishing charter departs the pristine Darwin Harbour, where you’ll fish around historical wrecks and tropical reefs teeming with marine life.  Darwin Reef’n’Wrecks only fish on the swing of the tide for the best fishing, and they use only the best top quality rods and reels.  You’ll target fish species such as snapper, queenfish, trevally, mackerel, and coral trout.  If you’re an experienced fisher person you’ll enjoy the quality gear and the effort made to find the fish.  The professional and experienced crew will assist you with baiting your hook and although promoting a catch and release policy we will clean your fish ready to take home if you wish.

Half Day City Tour – Including Aquascene Fish feeding
Full commentary will be provided by your local experienced guide giving you the prefect introduction to Darwin, our beautiful tropical, cosmopolitan city.  Tour highlights include:

  • The Botanical Gardens
  • Aquascene Fish Feeding
  • Stokes Hill Wharf Precinct and Mooring Basin
  • Historical City Sights
  • Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory

 

 

If you require further information on any of the above tours,
Please feel free to contact Ellen Wharton or the friendly team at:
Northern Gateway Holidays
Ph: 1800 813 288
Web Site: www.northaustraliaholidays.com

Please Note: To book your tour please indicates your touring options on the registration form.