5-Day Adventure, Arnhem Land Included

Kakadu, Arnhem Land, Katherine & Litchfield Adventure

★ 5.0 10 reviews

from $1,399.63 per person

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Duration: 5 days
Meeting point: The Cavenagh Hotel, 12 Cavenagh Street
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Meal: Meal included
Run by: Adventure Tours Australia

Overview

Five days out of Darwin with Adventure Tours Australia, covering four big names in the Top End: Kakadu, Arnhem Land, Katherine and Litchfield. The run starts with an early 06:30 departure from The Cavenagh Hotel on Cavenagh Street and finishes back at the same spot, with a maximum of 15 travellers in the group.

From there the tour heads to Pine Creek, Nitmiluk Gorge and Edith Falls in Nitmiluk National Park, before a final long stretch in Litchfield National Park on the way back to Darwin. A recent traveller reported that Arnhem Land was closed during their departure, so treat that section as conditional and check the live booking page before committing.

Nights are spent in permanent, powered tents with shared facilities for the first four nights. Most meals are covered: four breakfasts, five lunches and four dinners. Travellers need moderate fitness, as the booking page states, and one reviewer called the trip a life changing one for the determined, versatile, hearty fit and fun loving type.

What's Included

Included

Breakfast (4)
Dinner (4)
Lunch (5)

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$1,308.43
5-Day Adventure, Arnhem Land Included (this tour)$1,399.63
5-Day Camping, Nitmiluk$1,683.77

Itinerary

Depart DarwinMeet at The Cavenagh Hotel, 12 Cavenagh St, Darwin City, for a 06:30 start. The tour ends back at the same point.
Pudakul and Mary RiverPudakul Aboriginal Cultural Tours for 1 hour with admission ticket included, then 2 hours in Mary River National Park.
Cahills Crossing and escarpment30 minutes at Cahills Crossing and 2 hours at the Arnhem Land Escarpment. First night in permanent powered tents with shared facilities, with lunch and dinner that day.
Kakadu day4 hours at Jim Jim Falls (admission free), 1 hour at Anbangbang Rock Shelter (admission included) and 1 hour at Bowali Visitors Centre. Overnight in permanent powered tents with breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Pine Creek and Nitmiluk1 hour at Pine Creek, then 4 hours at Nitmiluk Gorge. Night three in permanent powered tents with breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Edith Falls2 hours at Edith Falls with admission included. Night four in permanent powered tents with breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Litchfield and return6 hours in Litchfield National Park, with breakfast and lunch, then the return leg to Darwin.

What To Expect From The Tour

This is a long, physical trip with shared tent accommodation, so a few practical points matter before booking.

Two-tier waterfall dropping into a deep Tolmer Falls gorge from a timber platform, tiny visitors far away in late afternoon light.

Fitness and pace. The booking page asks for moderate physical fitness. One reviewer called the trip a life changing one for the determined, versatile, hearty fit and fun loving type. Anyone wanting a slow, gentle tour should think carefully before booking.
Sleeping arrangements. Four nights are in permanent, powered tents with shared facilities. One reviewer said the accommodation and facilities were basic but good and above expectations, and another said the accommodation was better than expected, with actual beds.
Food and drink. Most meals are included: four breakfasts, four dinners and five lunches. The final day includes breakfast and lunch only, so plan for dinner back in Darwin.
Swim gear. Several travellers described swimming in clear water beneath waterfalls in the gorges. Pack swimmers, a towel and quick dry clothing.
Group feel. The tour caps at 15 travellers, and one reviewer enjoyed travelling in a group of 13 with new friends. Another praised the guide for putting in the effort to make it memorable for the whole group.
Optional scenic flight. One reviewer called the optional scenic flight their favourite part of the whole five days and recommended taking it. It costs extra and is not in the included list.

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Common issues. The tour needs a minimum number of travellers to run; if that minimum is not met it can be cancelled, with the choice of a different date, a different experience or a full refund. One reviewer was picked up an hour late at the start, and another found Arnhem Land closed on their departure, which was a disappointment. The trip is not wheelchair accessible. Changes are not accepted within six full days of the start time.

Common Questions

Where Does The Tour Start And Finish?

It starts and ends at The Cavenagh Hotel, 12 Cavenagh St, Darwin City. Departure is at 06:30. The booking page does not mention hotel pickup, so check the booking page if that matters.

What Meals Are Included?

Four breakfasts, five lunches and four dinners are included. The last day covers breakfast and lunch only, so dinner in Darwin that evening is at your own cost. No drinks or snacks are listed as included.

Are Park Entry Fees Extra?

Admission tickets for Pudakul Aboriginal Cultural Tours, Cahills Crossing, the Arnhem Land Escarpment, Anbangbang Rock Shelter and Edith Falls are included in the tour price. Entry at Mary River, Jim Jim Falls, Kakadu, Nitmiluk Gorge and Litchfield is listed as free.

What Is The Accommodation Like?

Four nights are in permanent, powered tents with shared facilities. No accommodation is provided on the final night because the tour returns to Darwin that day. One reviewer found the setup basic but good and above expectations.

Is The Tour Suitable For Limited Mobility Or Children?

The booking page states the tour is not wheelchair accessible and that travellers should have moderate physical fitness. There is no specific child policy in the booking page, so contact the operator through the booking page before booking for children.

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. Less than 2 full days before, there is no refund, and changes are not accepted within 6 full days of the start. If the operator cancels because the minimum traveller number is not met, a different date, a different experience or a full refund is offered.