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5 Day Kakadu Katherine Gorge Litchfield 4WD Camping Adventure

5-Day Camping, Katherine Gorge

5 Day Kakadu Katherine Gorge Litchfield 4WD Camping Adventure

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Duration
5 days
Meeting point
The Leea Darwin, 64 Cavenagh Street
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Meal
Meal included
Run by
Autopia Tours

Overview

This five-day camping adventure from Darwin links three of the Top End's big names: Kakadu, Katherine Gorge and Litchfield. Autopia Tours runs it in an air-conditioned 4WD off-road truck with a maximum of 21 travellers and an accredited driver-guide who handles the commentary. Nights are spent at permanent safari-style tented campsites, two in Kakadu and two near Katherine, with twin-share tents or bush swag camping as fare options.

From there it continues to Maguk Gorge, Nitmiluk (Katherine Gorge) and Edith Falls, before looping back through Litchfield's termite mounds and Florence Falls on the final day. Most meals are cooked at camp, and Kakadu park entry fees are in the price.

It suits reasonably fit travellers who want an active, gear-hands-on trip rather than a hotel-based one. Daily guided walks run up to 3km each on graded tracks, so a moderate level of fitness and mobility is a genuine requirement, not a suggestion.

Twin Florence Falls dropping into a green plunge pool, seen from a timber lookout through monsoon forest foliage, tiny swimmers below.

What's Included

Included

  • 4 Nights' Permanent Safari Style Tented Campsites (2 x Kakadu, 2 x Katherine)
  • Aboriginal culture and rock art viewing
  • Billabong Wetlands River Cruise
  • Kakadu Park passes entry fees
  • Guided bush walks (up to 3km each day, grade 2-6)
  • Hosted by an accredited outback driver-guide with local tour commentary
  • Small-group air-conditioned 4WD off-road truck travel
  • Dinner (4)
  • Lunch (5)
  • Breakfast (4)

Not Included

  • Any meals not indicated on the itinerary. For those with special dietaries, options are limited
  • Personal travel insurance is highly recommended due to the nature of this outback adventure tour
  • Spending money for personal items, such as snacks, beverages, and optional activities
Where this tour sits among 8 tours in Multi-Day Kakadu And Litchfield Tours listed here (from-price per person, USD)
  • 3-Day 4WD Expedition, Meals Included$698.06
  • 3-Day Camping, Meals Included$803.30
  • Three-Park Adventure, Meals Included$1,083.93
  • Wild & Free 2-Day Tour$1,087.43
  • Wildlife Tours, Katherine Gorge Camping$1,138.65
  • 5-Day Camping, Katherine Gorge (this tour)$1,308.43
  • 5-Day Adventure, Arnhem Land Included$1,399.63
  • 5-Day Camping, Nitmiluk$1,683.77

Itinerary

  1. Darwin departureThe tour meets outside the Travelodge Darwin at 64 Cavenagh Street between 6:30 and 7:00am, with a 06:30 start. Travellers wait out the front gates, not in the hotel foyer.
  2. Mary River wetlandsA 2-hour stop for the Billabong Wetlands river cruise, with admission included in the tour.
  3. Kakadu rock artStops at Bowali Visitors Centre (1 hour), Cahills Crossing (1 hour) and Ubirr (3 hours, admission included) for Aboriginal rock art viewing, before overnighting at Aurora Kakadu Private Campground near Jabiru (2-hour stop).
  4. Jim Jim Falls dayA full day in Kakadu National Park (3 hours) with 3 hours at Jim Jim Falls and its plunge pools, plus 2 hours at Warradjan Cultural Centre. Second night at the Jabiru campground.
  5. Kakadu to KatherineThree hours at Nourlangie Rock and 3 hours at Maguk Gorge, both with admission included, then transfer to a private bush campsite at Katherine (5-hour stop) for two nights.
  6. Nitmiluk and Edith FallsThree hours in Nitmiluk National Park (admission included), 2 hours at Nitmiluk Gorge and 3 hours at Edith Falls. Overnight again at the Katherine bush camp.
  7. Litchfield and returnFour hours in Litchfield National Park, with admission-included stops at the Magnetic Termite Mounds (3 hours) and Florence Falls (3 hours), then a 2-hour leg back to Darwin where the tour ends at the original meeting point.
$1,308.43from, per person
5 daysduration
4.9across 50 guest reviews
21guests at most

What To Expect From The Tour

Camping tours in the Top End run on shared effort, early starts and simple food, and this one is no different. Here is what past travellers and the booking page say to sort out before booking.

  • Fitness and walking. Guided bush walks run up to 3km each day at grade 2 to 6, and the booking page asks for moderate fitness and mobility. Reviewers repeatedly note you need to be fit enough for a few kilometres and short rocky climbs into waterholes. Anyone over 70 needs a doctor's certificate supplied 30 days before travel.
  • Helping at camp. Guests are asked to join in with meal preparation, clean-up and packing the vehicle.
  • Packing limits. Storage on the truck is tight: one 15kg travel bag plus one 5kg day bag per person. Strollers, walkers and wheelchairs cannot be carried. Sleeping bags are not supplied but can be hired onboard for $40 AUD, which covers cleaning, so request one at booking if needed.
  • Food and diets. Four dinners, five lunches and four breakfasts are included, cooked at camp and on picnic stops. Reviewers generally rate the food well for camping. Dietary options in remote areas are limited, so any requirements must be advised through the booking agent at the time of booking.
  • Weather and clothing. Check average temperatures for your travel dates and pack accordingly, as the booking page advises. Swimmers, sturdy walking shoes and clothing you can layer for hot days and cool nights make sense for swimming, walks and evenings around the campfire.
  • Group and vehicle. The truck seats up to 21 travellers with an accredited driver-guide providing local commentary. Several reviewers praised guides who adjusted activities to the abilities of the group, so it is worth flagging any concerns or medical conditions when you book.
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Common issues. This is a physical trip and the booking page is blunt about it: it is not suitable for wheelchair users, travellers with back problems, pregnant travellers or those with serious medical conditions, and mobility-impaired travellers cannot be accommodated. Children 7 and under are not accepted, and those aged 8 to 17 must travel with an adult guardian. Meals beyond those listed, snacks, drinks and optional activities cost extra, and dietary options are limited once the tour has left Darwin. Cancellations inside 6 full days forfeit some or all of the payment, so check the policy before committing.

Common Questions

Where Does The Tour Meet In Darwin?

The meeting point is outside the entrance to the Travelodge Darwin at 64 Cavenagh Street, between 6:30 and 7:00am, with a 06:30 start. Wait out the front gates rather than in the hotel foyer so you do not miss the bus. The tour finishes back at the same point.

What Meals Are Included?

Four breakfasts, five lunches and four dinners are covered, cooked at camp or served as picnic lunches. Any meals not listed, plus snacks, beverages and optional activities, are at your own cost. Tell your booking agent about dietary requirements when you book, because options are limited once the tour is on the road.

Are Park Entry Fees Extra?

Kakadu park passes and the admission for stops such as Ubirr, Jim Jim Falls, Nourlangie Rock, Maguk Gorge, Nitmiluk National Park, the Magnetic Termite Mounds and Florence Falls are included in the tour price. Sleeping bags are the main add-on, hireable onboard for $40 AUD including cleaning.

Can Children Join This Tour?

Children aged 8 to 17 can come but must be accompanied by an adult or legal guardian at all times. The tour is not suitable for infants or children 7 and under because of safety requirements and the fitness needed for the walks.

How Fit Do I Need To Be?

A moderate to advanced level of fitness is required. Travellers over 70 need a doctor's certificate provided 30 days before travel, and any medical conditions must be declared at booking.

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. Inside 2 full days there is no refund, and changes within 6 full days of departure are not accepted. Cut-off times follow the local time of the experience.

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