Tour Highlights
- Jumping Crocodile Cruise: Take an exciting guided cruise on Adelaide River, home to 1,600+ crocodiles, and watch iconic jumping crocodiles up close with professional guide explanations.
- World-Heritage Kakadu National Park Discovery: Explore the vast UNESCO-listed Kakadu National Park featuring diverse landscapes and rich native flora and fauna, including various birds, insects and wild animals.
- Ancient Aboriginal Rock Art Tour: Visit Ubirr and Burrungkuy Rock Art sites to admire 20,000-year-old Aboriginal rock paintings that record ancient indigenous spiritual culture and wisdom.
- Yellow Water Billabong Wetland Cruise: Cruise Kakadu’s famous Yellow Water Billabong, spotting saltwater crocodiles and over 60 species of colorful birds amid stunning wetland scenery.
- Nitmiluk Gorge Breakfast Cruise: Enjoy a unique breakfast cruise through spectacular Nitmiluk Gorge, featuring towering sandstone cliffs, waterfalls, freshwater crocodiles and hidden rock art.
Departs: 7:00am (May-Sep) As this Short Break departs at 7:00am, accommodation will need to be pre-booked for the previous night.
Cruise on the Adelaide River, home to over 1,600 crocodiles, on the Jumping Crocodile cruise as your guide shares details on these prehistoric creatures. Then you’ll travel into World Heritage listed Kakadu National Park, covering more than 20,000 square kilometres. The combination of mangrove fringed coastal areas, expansive flood plains, lowland hills, and open woodland and forest habitats, make Kakadu one of the most diverse landscapes you’ll ever experience. It’s home to a myriad of animals, hundreds of bird species and thousands of different insects and plants. Enjoy lunch in Kakadu National Park before a stop at the Marrawuddi Art Gallery. Continue to Ubirr, where you'll climb up through the ancient Aboriginal rock art galleries, believed to be 20,000 years old, to the lookout for a spectacular view over the surrounding wetlands.
Accommodation: Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel
Included Meals: Lunch
This morning there is the opportunity for an Optional Experience* scenic flight. You'll be mesmerized as you wander around the Burrungkuy (Nourlangie) Rock art site. It has provided shelter to the indigenous people for many thousands of years, and while taking shelter, the rock evolved into a canvas that illustrates the traditional owner's very deep spiritual culture. With your Driver Guide, you'll have the opportunity to see many different forms of Aboriginal rock art paintings. The Bininj people are the traditional custodians of Kakadu and now you'll visit the Warradjan Cultural Centre where you will be introduced to their way of life. Later, join your local guide for a cruise on Yellow Water Billabong, Kakadu's most famous wetland. The picturesque yellow waters are home to thousands of saltwater crocodiles and up to 60 species of colourful birdlife. This afternoon we travel to Katherine, the third largest town in the Northern Territory.
Begin your day with a memorable Breakfast Cruise through the stunning Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge, one of the Northern Territory's most iconic natural landscapes. Carved over millions of years, the gorge system features towering sandstone cliffs, calm stretches of river, and seasonal waterfalls fed by the Katherine River. Guided by an experienced local, you'll learn about the culture and traditions of the Jawoyn people while watching for freshwater crocodiles, birdlife, and ancient Aboriginal rock art along the gorge walls. After the cruise, visit the Nitmiluk Visitor Centre to deepen your understanding of the region's heritage. Browse informative displays and explore a range of handcrafted Jawoyn souvenirs that make meaningful mementos of your visit. Continue to Edith Falls (Leliyn) for a refreshing swim, then stop at the Adelaide River War Cemetery before returning to Darwin with lasting memories of this remarkable region.
Included Meals: Breakfast
(Please note: This itinerary may be subject to change.)
What is included
- Kakadu National Park Ticket
- Accommodation
- Comprehensive commentary
- Travel in an air-conditioned coach
What is not included
- Personal insurance
- Other personal expense
- Peak Season Surcharge
What to Bring
- Swimmers & towel (if swimming)
- Enclosed walking shoes
- Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat
- Warm layers in cooler months
- Water bottle
Fitness Requirements
- Kakadu National Park - A Medium Level of Fitness is required for the climb to the top of Burrungkuy (Nourlangie) Lookout. This experience will not be suitable for all guests. To get to the lookout guests are required to scale up uneven, rocky paths and steps to get to the lookout. There is an alternate route on a paved path for those unable to climb to the top so they will not miss out on Rock Art. There are some steps to view some of the art
- Kakadu National Park - A Medium Level of Fitness is required for the climb to the top of Nadab Lookout at Ubirr. This activity will not be suitable for all guests. To get to the lookout guests are required to scale up uneven, rocky paths and steps to get to the lookout. There is an alternate route on a fairly flat gravel path for those unable to climb to the top so they will not miss out on Rock Art Nitmiluk (Katherne Gorge) - A Medium level of Fitness is required for the 400m walk between the 2 gorges. This is made up of stairs (with handrails) and uneven surfaces. It is advisable to wear comfortable footwear that are suitable for walking at the crossover area. This tour is not suitable for guests with mobility issues.
- Nitmiluk (Katherne Gorge) - A Medium level of Fitness is required for the 400m walk between the 2 gorges. This is made up of stairs (with handrails) and uneven surfaces. It is advisable to wear comfortable footwear that are suitable for walking at the crossover area. This tour is not suitable for guests with mobility issues.
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Children
- Children aged 2 years and up to 15 years receive Child fare unless otherwise stated.
- Adult fares apply to persons 16 years and over.
- Children aged 2-15 travelling on a public day tour must be seated in an allocated seat and wear a seat belt.
- Children 2–17 years must be accompanied by a person 18 years and over.
Fares
- Fares are in Australian dollars, include GST (Goods and Services Tax) and are subject to change without notice.
Pick-up & Drop-off
- Please note it is the customer’s responsibility to be waiting out the front of your selected pickup location at least 10 minutes before departure. Failure to wait out the front of your selected location may result in the tour guide being unable to locate you, causing failure to load. We cannot be held responsible for passengers who fail to load.
Special Requirements
- Please notify us of any dietary requirements, food allergies and/or medical conditions at the time of booking or 7-days before tour departure. Limited food options are available on extended tours, and forward planning is required to ensure we can accommodate but not guaranteed.
Agency
- We may also, acting as an agent or reseller for various third-party suppliers of goods and services, engage relevant third-party suppliers to supply you with other goods or services, for example, ski hire and lift tickets associated with snow tours (third-party arrangements).
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- All third-party arrangements made on your behalf are subject to the terms and conditions of the relevant third-party suppliers.
Travel Insurance
- We recommend all guests have travel insurance which should be taken out at the time of booking before tour departure. Your travel insurance must provide cover against personal accident death, medical expenses and emergency repatriation with a recommended minimum coverage of $200 000 for each of the categories of cover.
- We also strongly recommend it covers cancellation curtailment, personal liability and loss of luggage and personal effects. If you have travel insurance connected to your credit card or bank account, please ensure you have details of the participating insurer, the insurance policy number and the emergency contact number with you rather than the bank’s name and credit card details.
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- You agree to indemnify us in relation to any loss or damage suffered by us in respect of goods or services provided to you in respect of third-party arrangements, including but not limited to claims in relation to damaged equipment, e.g., ski equipment.
- To the extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any injury, loss, accident or delay that may occur due to factors beyond our direct control or by reason of any act or omission of any third party.
Recreational services waiver
- As part of your tour, you may engage in sporting activities or leisure-time pursuits or other activities that involve a significant degree of physical exertion or physical risk and are undertaken for the purposes of recreation, enjoyment or leisure (recreational services). This may include but is not limited to skiing, snowboarding and snow sports.
- To the extent permitted by law, Extragreen Holidays Group Management Pty Ltd, its employees, directors and agents are not liable to you, your dependents or legal representatives for personal injury or death suffered by you due to the negligence, breach of contract or statute or statutory duty of Extragreen Holidays Group Management Pty Ltd, including but not limited to any liability for recreational services not being rendered with due care and skill or not being reasonably fit for any purpose you have made known, expressly or by implication, to us or because we failed to achieve any result reasonably expected by you, which you made known, expressly or by implication, to us or for breach of any other consumer guarantee of the Australian Consumer Law (Vic) or of the Australian Consumer Law (Cth).
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Warning under the Australian consumer law and fair trading act 2012
Under the Australian Consumer Law (Victoria), several statutory guarantees apply to the supply of certain goods and services. These guarantees mean that the supplier named on this form is required to ensure that the recreational services it supplies to you
- are rendered with due care and skill.
- are reasonably fit for any purpose that you, either expressly or by implication, make known to the supplier.
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Cancellation by the Traveller
If you wish to change or cancel a trip:
We understand that travel plans can sometimes change. If you cancel some or all portions of your booking, the cancellation terms set out below will apply. A cancellation will only take effect when we receive written confirmation that you have sent to your relevant booking agent notifying them of your cancellation.
- Cancellations 65 days or more before departure, we will refund the balance paid by you in connection to your booking less any unrecoverable costs.
- Between 31 days and 64 days before departure, cancellations will result in 50% fare forfeiture of the ticket price.
- Between 3 days and 30 days before departure, cancellations will result in 80% fare forfeiture of the ticket price.
- Cancellations within 72 hours or failure to board on tour will result in full fare forfeiture of the ticket price and not eligible for a refund.
Different cancellation conditions may apply if/when booked through third-party agents. Your travel consultant will advise if differences apply. We strongly advise you to take out cancellation insurance at the time of booking. If you leave a trip for any reason after it has commenced, we are not obliged to make any refunds for unused services. If you fail to join a trip, join it after departure, or leave it before its completion, no refund will be made or compensation for departure costs incurred. The above cancellation terms are less any unrecoverable costs by accommodation providers, travel agents, third-party affiliates and supplier fees.
Cancellation by the operator
We may cancel a trip at any time up to 7 days before departure. Alternatively, we can cancel a trip at any time before departure if, due to terrorism, natural disasters, political instability or other external events occur that deem it not viable for us to operate the planned itinerary.
If we cancel your trip, we can offer you a choice of the following:
- A 100% reimbursement of monies paid for your trip.
- Transfer amounts paid to alternative departure date or tour operated by us.
- Issued with a credit travel voucher to the amount paid for your trip, valid for 3 years.
Force Majeure Cancellation
A “Force Majeure Event” includes but is not limited to: acts of God; war; civil commotion; riot; blockade or embargo; fire; explosion; breakdown; union dispute; earthquake; epidemic, pandemic or other health emergencies; flood; windstorm or other extreme weather events; lack or failure of courses of supply; passage of any law, order, proclamation, regulation, ordinance, demand, requisition or requirement or any other act of any government authority, beyond the reasonable control of the parties, whether or not foreseeable, which would make it dangerous or not viable for a trip to commence or continue.
If a trip is cancelled due to a ‘Force Majeure Event’, we can offer you a choice of:
- A 100% credit voucher of monies paid for your trip.
- A refund minus unrecoverable costs.
Any credit travel voucher resulting from cancellation as mentioned:
- 3-year expiry date and may be applied towards any other available trip offered by us are not redeemable for cash.
- Excludes flights, accommodations, and insurance as they will have their own booking conditions
In circumstances where the cancellation is due to external events outside our reasonable control, refunds will be less than any unrecoverable costs. We are not responsible for any incidental expenses that you may have incurred as a result of your booking, including but not limited to visas, vaccinations, travel insurance excess or non-refundable flights.