Croc Cruise Day, Lunch Included

Litchfield National Park and Jumping Crocodile Cruise

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Duration: about 11 hours
Meeting point: Lizards Bar and Restaurant, 105 Mitchell Street
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Meal: Meal included
Run by: Litchfield Escapes

Overview

This full day trip from Darwin pairs the two things most visitors to the Top End want: a cruise on the Adelaide River where crocodiles leap out of the water beside the boat, and a swim at Litchfield National Park's waterfalls and rockholes. Litchfield Escapes runs it as a single loop of roughly 11 hours, with pickup from a central Darwin meeting point or a nominated hotel spot, and the day finishes back where it started.

The group heads out early, first through Batchelor with a pass by the Magnetic Termite Mounds, then into Litchfield itself for time at Wangi Falls, Florence Falls and Buley Rockhole. That is where the bathers come in. Later the tour moves to the Adelaide River for a private crocodile cruise, a stretch reviewers describe with real enthusiasm, with crocodiles surfacing close to the boat.

Lunch and snacks are included, iced water is on board, and the group is capped at 24 travellers. It suits people who want the crocodiles and the swimming holes in one organised day without driving themselves, and who can cope with an early start and a long, warm day on and off the bus.

What's Included

Included

Lunch (lunch and snacks are included)
Snacks
Private Crocodile Cruise Adelaide River
Iced water provided
Experienced tour guides
Please bring bathers, towel, hat, sunnies, camera and a water bottle to refill throughout the day

Not Included

Litchfield National Park Entrance Fee. Contact Litchfield Escapes about parks pass.

Flat lay on warm sandstone at the Florence Falls plunge pool edge: hat, water bottle, quick dry towel, sandals and sunscreen tube.

Itinerary

Darwin meeting pointMeet at Lizards Bar and Restaurant, 105 Mitchell Street, Darwin City, or at the nominated hotel meeting point, which the operator confirms. The booking page asks travellers to call or email at least 24 hours before departure to reconfirm.
Magnetic Termite MoundsThe bus passes by the mounds near Batchelor, so this is a viewing stop rather than a walk.
Litchfield National ParkAround 3 hours in the park, covering the main swimming and lookout stops. The park entry fee is not included in the tour price and should be arranged with Litchfield Escapes, who can advise on the parks pass.
Wangi FallsA stop at one of the park's best known waterfalls, with admission included on this leg of the itinerary.
Florence Falls and Buley RockholeSwimming and photo stops at both, with no separate admission fee at either location. Reviewers describe swimming at all three waterholes as a highlight.
Adelaide River crocodile cruiseA private cruise on the Adelaide River where crocodiles are enticed to jump. Reviewers describe the crocodiles coming very close to the boat.
Return to DarwinThe day ends back at the original meeting point, with the full tour running about 11 hours.

GuideIncluded

PickupIncluded

What To Expect From The Tour

A day like this rewards a little preparation. The booking page and reviewers point to the same few practical things worth sorting before departure.

What to bring. The booking page asks for bathers, a towel, hat, sunglasses, camera and a refillable water bottle. Iced water is supplied on board for refills.
Pace and timing. Expect an 11 hour day with an early pickup. One reviewer felt the timing at each stop was perfectly judged, and others said the tour ran to schedule.
Swimming. Swim stops are planned at Wangi Falls, Florence Falls and Buley Rockhole, so guests should bring swimwear for them; swimming is only allowed where a swimming area open sign is posted, and the official table lists Wangi Falls as dry season only. Multiple reviewers described the water as cooling and refreshing after a hot morning.
Food and drink. Lunch and snacks are included, and one reviewer called the lunch fresh and plentiful. The cruise and entry to the falls stops cost nothing extra on the day, though the park entry fee itself is not covered.
Group size. The maximum is 24 travellers.
Photos. A camera is on the operator's list of things to bring.

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Common issues. The Litchfield National Park entry fee is not included and needs to be sorted with the operator, who can advise on the parks pass. Children under 4 are not taken, and the tour is not wheelchair accessible. The tour needs a minimum number of travellers to run and depends on good weather, and if either forces a cancellation the operator offers a different date or a full refund. One reviewer would have liked longer at the final, quieter waterhole.

Common Questions

Is Lunch Included On This Tour?

Yes, lunch and snacks are included, along with iced water on board. One reviewer describes the lunch as fresh and plentiful, and another mentions a beer stop near the end of the day as a nice finish.

Do I Need To Pay The Litchfield National Park Entry Fee?

The park entrance fee is not included in the tour price. The booking page advises contacting Litchfield Escapes about the parks pass before the day.

Where Does The Tour Pick Up From?

The main meeting point is Lizards Bar and Restaurant at 105 Mitchell Street, Darwin City. Travellers staying at certain city hotels are directed to alternate nearby meeting points, and the operator asks everyone to call or email at least 24 hours before departure to reconfirm.

Can Children Join The Tour?

Children aged 4 and over can join, but the operator does not take children under 4. The day runs about 11 hours with an early start, so it suits families whose kids can manage a long, hot day with swim stops.

What Happens If The Weather Is Bad Or Numbers Are Low?

The experience requires good weather and a minimum number of travellers. If it is cancelled for either reason, the operator offers a different date or experience, or a full refund.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

A full refund applies if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time, based on local time. Cancellations or changes made inside that 24 hour window are not refunded or accepted.