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Darwin Tours & Kakadu Trips: 15 and What the Wet Does to Them

79 tours  ·  from $11

Litchfield in a day, Kakadu in two, and a jumping-croc cruise on the way back. These 15 are priced and honest about the wet season, when the tracks close and the falls are at their best from the air.

Litchfield National Park and Jumping Crocodile Cruise - The 6:00 AM start and drive north
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Litchfield National Park and Jumping Crocodile Cruise

1.Litchfield National Park and Jumping Crocodile Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,119 reviews · from $172Our pick

Spend about 11 hours with Litchfield Escapes visiting Adelaide River crocodiles, Litchfield’s termite mounds, Wangi Falls, Florence Falls, and Buley Rockhole. Hotel-area pickup, lunch, snacks, water, and a small group of up to 24 are included. Guides such as Dylan, Daz, Will, and Damo bring local stories and humor to a full, active day.

“A fantastic tour led by an incredible guide! Dylan communicated clearly before the tour and was outstanding throughout the day. His knowledge of the crocodiles, wildlife, and the broader history and nature of the national park and Darwin areRead more”

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Adelaide River Cruises - Jumping Crocodile Experience - From the boat ramp to the first crocodile
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Adelaide River Cruises – Jumping Crocodile Experience

2.Adelaide River Cruises – Jumping Crocodile Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 997 reviews · from $43

Cruise the Adelaide River for about an hour as guides such as Jack, Jake, Dillon, and John point out saltwater crocodiles and explain the river system. A shaded boat brings you close to named crocs including Brutus and Dominator, while careful feeding creates the famous jumping action. The tour is family-friendly, stroller accessible, and limited to 28 people.

“Very close up experience with the cross. Guide was great bundle of knowledge. Purpose built boat feels safe.”

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Sunset 3-Hour Cruise from Darwin with Dinner and Sparkling Wine - A sailing catamaran with room to spread out
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Sunset 3-Hour Cruise from Darwin with Dinner and Sparkling Wine

3.Sunset 3-Hour Cruise from Darwin with Dinner and Sparkling Wine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 980 reviews · from $132

Meet at Stokes Hill Wharf at 4:45 pm for a three-hour Sail Darwin catamaran cruise. You’ll receive sparkling wine soon after boarding, eat a continuous seven-course tapas dinner, and watch the sun set over Darwin Harbour. Bring your own drinks if you like, with onboard coolers available.

“We did the 3 hour Darwin sunset cruise. It was awesome. Staff were fantastic. Food was amazing. 😊🥂🍾🌅⛴️”

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From Darwin: Litchfield Park Tour & Jumping Crocodile Cruise - Wangi Falls brings the first swim
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From Darwin: Litchfield Park Tour & Jumping Crocodile Cruise

4.Litchfield Park Tour & Jumping Crocodile Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 829 reviews · 11 hours · from $162

Spend 11 hours with Litchfield Escapes visiting the Adelaide River and Litchfield National Park. Watch crocodiles launch from the water, swim at Wangi Falls, Buley Rockhole, and Florence Falls, and enjoy a fresh picnic lunch. Guides such as Dylan, Will, Daz, and Damo add local stories, bush knowledge, and plenty of humor.

“An excellent day out. I definitely recommend this tour, a perfectsized group with an excellent tour guide, even had some bad dad jokes to keep us amused.”

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Charles Darwin Dinner Cruise - Choosing Your Seat on the Three-Level Catamaran
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Charles Darwin Dinner Cruise

5.Charles Darwin Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 820 reviews · from $111

Sail Darwin Harbour aboard the three-level Charles Darwin catamaran for about two hours. Expect an air-conditioned dining area, an outdoor sundeck, a Territory-style buffet, sunset views, and commentary on Darwin’s past. The route passes Cullen Bay and Fannie Bay before returning to Stokes Hill Wharf.

“Great service, great food, great views. When booking, it would be good to have the option of sitting inside or outside. We were allocated an inside table but were relieved that an outside table was available.”

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Cape Adieu Darwin Sunset Dinner Cruise - Sailing Darwin Harbour along the shoreline
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Cape Adieu Darwin Sunset Dinner Cruise

6.Cape Adieu Darwin Sunset Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 750 reviews · from $121

Join Munro and Grace aboard the Cape Adieu, a traditional two-masted ketch, for a 2.5-hour Darwin Harbour cruise. Departing Stokes Hill Wharf at 5pm, you’ll enjoy a fresh four-course dinner, coastline views, crew commentary, and a Northern Territory sunset. Drinks are extra, and dietary or mobility needs must be arranged ahead.

“Loved everything. Fantastic staff, fantastic food. Nothing was too much trouble. Went last year and loved the experience”

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1 Day Corroboree Billabong Wetland Experience including 2.5 hour cruise + lunch - The morning drive from Darwin to Fogg Dam
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1 Day Corroboree Billabong Wetland Experience including 2.5 hour cruise + lunch

7.1 Day Corroboree Billabong Wetland Experience including 2.5 hour cruise + lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 501 reviews · from $168

Travel from Darwin to Fogg Dam, the Window on the Wetlands Centre, and Corroboree Billabong with guides such as Evan, Cam, Connie, and Paul. A shaded 2.5-hour boat cruise brings you close to wild crocodiles and more than 30 bird species, with lunch served aboard and hotel pickup included.

“This was a great experience really enjoyable Richard had so much knowledge on all things about the travel out and on the wetlands saw so much loved it”

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The Croc Bus to the Famous Jumping Crocodile Cruise - Stop one: the boxing crocodile at Humpty Doo
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The Croc Bus to the Famous Jumping Crocodile Cruise

8.The Croc Bus to the Famous Jumping Crocodile Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 481 reviews · from $93

Ride the air-conditioned Croc Bus from Darwin to the Adelaide River for a one-hour jumping crocodile cruise, then visit Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve. You’ll also stop at the Humpty Doo Hotel to see the world’s largest boxing crocodile. Guides such as Lloyd, Dylan, Jake, and Daz add local stories, wildlife facts, and plenty of humor.

“It was great and well worth the fee and your time. The bus operator and the croc boat operator explained a lot along the way.”

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Darwin Sunset Cruise Including Fish 'n' Chips - Boarding at Stokes Hill Wharf at 5:30pm
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Darwin Sunset Cruise Including Fish ‘n’ Chips

9.Darwin Sunset Cruise Including Fish ‘n’ Chips

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 441 reviews · from $78

Board Sea Darwin Sea Tiwi at 5:30pm for a 1-hour-45-minute cruise across Darwin Harbour. Enjoy wild-caught Northern Territory fish and chips, one beer, wine, or soft drink, and sunset views toward Fannie Bay. The friendly crew, including captains such as Kerry and Penny, add local stories and a lively ride home.

“Good bus ride. Very friendly, informative driver. Saw three jumping crocs. Well organised. Good commentary and informative croc info. Both sides of the boat were able to enjoy an equal experience.”

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Litchfield and Jumping Crocodiles Full Day Trip from Darwin - What lunch is really like
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Litchfield and Jumping Crocodiles Full Day Trip from Darwin

10.Litchfield and Jumping Crocodiles Full Day Trip from Darwin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 433 reviews · from $190

Join Wallaroo Tours for a 12-hour Darwin day trip with a one-hour Adelaide River jumping crocodile cruise, Litchfield waterfalls, termite mounds, picnic lunch, and a champagne sunset. Guides such as Ian and Ash add local insight. Swimming is offered at Wangi and Florence Falls during the Dry season.

“The whole day was memorable. From the Jumping Crocs and swimming in the waterholes at Lichfield to the relaxed Sunset over Fannie Bay. The tour was full but flexible at the same time. Our guide, Ash was so knowledgeable and friendly.”

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Darwin Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour - Stops 2 and 3: Crocodiles, city streets, and Doctors Gully
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Darwin Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

11.Darwin Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 428 reviews · from $35

Use a mobile ticket for a 24 or 48-hour Darwin bus pass covering Crocosaurus Cove, Cullen Bay, Mindil Beach, museums, the Military Museum, Stokes Hill Wharf, and the Waterfront. Ride the full circuit first, then hop off where you want. Commentary is prerecorded, and admission to attractions is not included.

“Bus only runs till 3pm & only 3 days a week. Phone numbers given for local contact were both inactive or wrong numbers. We were extremely unhappy & very disappointed in ViaTour, Not your usual service! Will deal with this when we get back home.”

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Top End Safari Camp Day Tour - Getting from Darwin to Fog Bay Road
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Top End Safari Camp Day Tour

12.Top End Safari Camp Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 398 reviews · from $426

Join Top End Safari Camp for a fast-moving day from Darwin, with hotel pickup or self-drive arrival. Cruise a billabong over brunch, search for wild crocodiles by airboat, watch Matt Wright’s rescued crocodiles being fed, and take a 10-minute helicopter flight over the floodplains. Guides such as Josh, Jake, Jock, and Ellie keep the day moving.

“The staff were so friendly and helpful, totally invested in their roles. Their passion was so good to see. Great value for money!”

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1 Hour Jumping Crocodile Cruise on the Adelaide River - Boarding the purpose-built boat
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1 Hour Jumping Crocodile Cruise on the Adelaide River

13.1 Hour Jumping Crocodile Cruise on the Adelaide River

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 345 reviews · from $39

Join guides including Wookie, Jack, or Shane aboard a purpose-built boat on the Adelaide River, about an hour from Darwin. In one hour, you may see saltwater crocodiles rise for food, learn how they live, and spot birds such as kites and eagles. Tea and coffee are included, and the tour returns to the same meeting point.

“Excellent experience was as expected. got to see plenty of crocs including Stumpy and Wokeye. straff were great.”

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Darwin: Mary River Wetlands Wildlife Cruise with Lunch - Fogg Dam, a short stop with a surprising backstory
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Darwin: Mary River Wetlands Wildlife Cruise with Lunch

14.Mary River Wetlands Wildlife Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 324 reviews · 8 hours · from $166

Spend eight hours exploring Fogg Dam, the Window on the Wetlands Centre and Mary River by open-air boat. Guides such as Evan, Cam and Richard add useful stories about Darwin, Indigenous culture, wildlife and the wetlands. Expect saltwater and freshwater crocodiles, many bird species, water buffalo and a cold lunch on board.

“Amazing Day highly recommended our Tour guide Paul aka "Meat" was unbelievable”

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Litchfield Park Adventures + Berry Springs - Florence Falls gives the day its signature moment
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Litchfield Park Adventures + Berry Springs

15.Litchfield Park Adventures + Berry Springs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 287 reviews · from $157

Travel from Darwin to Litchfield National Park and seasonal Berry Springs with a local guide such as Aaron. Swim at Wangi Falls, Florence Falls, and Buley Rockhole, walk through monsoon forest, see magnetic termite mounds, and stop in Batchelor. Hotel pickup, park entry, and a floating device are included. Lunch should be confirmed when booking.

“Great value fun day out lots of interesting info about the area , Aaron is a very good tour guide keep the tour moving and we loved our day out”

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