3-Day 4WD Expedition, Meals Included

3 Day Kakadu & Litchfield 4WD Expedition

★ 4.8 68 reviews

from $698.06 per person

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Duration: 3 days
Meeting point: Darwin hotel pickup
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Meal: Meal included
Run by: Territory Expeditions

Overview

Three days, two parks, one 4WD: Territory Expeditions runs this expedition from Darwin through Kakadu and finishes in Litchfield National Park before returning to the city. The first day covers Corroboree Billabong, Cahills Crossing and Ubirr, with a night at a safari camp at Mardugal Billabong. Day two moves to Maguk Gorge and Gunlom Waterfall Creek, then the group sleeps at a private safari camp on the border of Litchfield. Day three is all waterholes: Buley Rockhole, Florence Falls and Wangi Falls, and lunch on the road back to Darwin.

The group is capped at 16 travellers and the minimum age is 8. Accommodation is a safari tent or a swag, with pillow and sheet supplied, and every camp has toilets, showers and a large screened area for meals. The price covers park fees, hotel pickup and drop-off, an air-conditioned vehicle, a guide, all lunches, two breakfasts and two dinners. Alcohol and tips cost extra.

Who suits it? One traveller noted the trip featured swimming rather than walking, so moderate fitness is enough. Early starts are part of the deal, as one reviewer notes the wake-up times are very early to fit the days in.

What's Included

Included

Safari tent or swag accommodation with pillow and sheet included
National Park fees
Knowledgeable and experienced tour guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Air-conditioned vehicle
Toilets and showers at each camp
Large screened undercover camp area for meals
Dinner (2)
Breakfast (2)
Lunch (3)

Not Included

Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Gratuities

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Itinerary

Darwin hotel pickupHotel pickup and drop-off is included, and the tour travels in an air-conditioned 4WD vehicle with a maximum of 16 travellers.
Corroboree BillabongA 1 hour stop with admission included, on the way out of Darwin.
Cahills CrossingA 1 hour stop with admission included.
UbirrA 2 hour stop with admission included, taking in the site on day one of the itinerary.
Maguk GorgeA 2 hour stop with admission included on day two in Kakadu.
Gunlom Waterfall CreekA 2 hour stop with admission included. The second night is at a private safari camp on the border of Litchfield National Park, with breakfast, lunch and dinner that day.
Buley Rockhole, Florence Falls and Wangi FallsDay three in Litchfield: Buley Rockhole for 1 hour, Florence Falls for 1 hour and Wangi Falls for 2 hours, all with admission included, before returning to Darwin. No accommodation on night three, with breakfast and lunch served.

GuideIncluded

PickupIncluded

What To Expect From The Tour

Here is what the booking page and past travellers say the trip is actually like day to day.

Sleeping arrangements. You sleep in a safari tent or a swag, with pillow and sheet included. Each camp has toilets and showers, and meals are served under a large screened area. One reviewer found the tents basic, which is fair to expect from a camping trip at this pace.
Food. Two breakfasts, three lunches and two dinners are included. One reviewer described the food as very basic, so come expecting simple camping meals rather than restaurant fare. Alcohol is not included, though you can buy it along the way, and gratuities are extra.
Pace and fitness. Days start very early, something reviewers flag as the main trade-off for packing in so much. Moderate physical fitness is required, and the trip leans towards swimming stops rather than long hikes.
Group size. A maximum of 16 travellers. One reviewer, in a group of 14, said the trip ran like clockwork. The minimum age is 8, so families with older children can join.
What guides add. Multiple reviewers praise the guides' knowledge of the region and indigenous history. The commentary is a consistent strong point in the reviews.
Vehicle and comfort. Transport is a comfortable air-conditioned 4WD bus according to reviewers. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included at each end.

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Common issues. The tents and food are basic, as one reviewer put it plainly, so treat the camping side as functional rather than comfortable. Early starts are routine, and one traveller found the wake-up times demanding. The booking page rules the tour out for wheelchair users, pregnant travellers and people with back problems or serious heart conditions, and it asks for moderate fitness. Alcohol and gratuities are not included. Cancel at least 6 full days before departure for a full refund, 2 to 6 full days out for half back, and nothing within 2 full days; changes within 6 full days are not accepted.

Common Questions

Is Hotel Pickup Included?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off from Darwin is included in the tour price. You will be travelling in an air-conditioned 4WD vehicle with the rest of the group.

What Meals Are Included?

Three lunches, two breakfasts and two dinners are covered. Alcohol is not included but can be purchased, and gratuities are at your own discretion.

Are National Park Fees Extra?

No, national park fees are included, and admission at each listed stop is covered. The only costs on top are alcohol and tips.

Can Children Join The Tour?

Yes, the minimum age is 8 years. The group is capped at 16 travellers and moderate physical fitness is expected.

Is The Tour Accessible For People With Limited Mobility?

No, the booking page states it is not wheelchair accessible. It is also not recommended for travellers with back problems or pregnant travellers, and anyone with serious medical conditions such as heart problems should not join.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

Cancel at least 6 full days before the start time for a full refund, or 2 to 6 full days before for a 50% refund. Cancel within 2 full days and there is no refund. Changes are not accepted within 6 full days of departure, and cut-off times are based on the experience's local time.