Top End Highlights

Darwin is a sensory delight that captivates you from the moment you arrive. Its tropical climate ensures a constant, warm glow. The enticing aroma of Top End delicacies drifts through the air from bustling markets. With wide horizons and spectacular sunsets, the city offers breathtaking views. Discover the rich history of the Northern Territory's capital on a city tour, exploring its many sights and attractions. As the day winds down, join the vibrant locals at the Mindil Beach Sunset Market. Your Travel Director will guide you through the diverse culinary offerings, from Greek to Japanese, though it's hard to resist the delicious Laksa. What a flavourful beginning to your adventure!

The ancient landscapes of Litchfield National Park are carved by water, a fact you'll quickly realise while exploring this vast protected wilderness. The park boasts rivers, waterfalls, and waterholes. Prepare to visit Florence Falls, and take a refreshing dip in the crystal-clear pool of Wangi Falls, a picturesque spot surrounded by monsoon forest. (Note: Swimming is seasonal and regulated by NT Parks). The landscape is also dotted with towering termite mounds, which are architectural marvels featuring intricate tunnels and nursery chambers. These small creatures display impressive ingenuity.

Join an Aboriginal artist at the Top Didj Cultural Experience, where you'll delve into the techniques behind Aboriginal art styles and gain insights into Aboriginal culture and the challenges faced by their communities. Katherine, with its unique blend of tropical and outback vibes, is a stunning destination. Its crown jewel is the breathtaking Nitmiluk Gorge, a natural marvel that dramatically shapes the landscape. During this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, your guides will share their extensive knowledge of local plants, animals, dreamtime stories, and their rich culture. Relax on a boat cruise through this ancient land, the traditional home of the Jawoyn people for thousands of years.

Today is your opportunity to reset your body's natural rhythms with a morning swim at Leliyn (Edith Falls) – there's no better way to start your day than with your head underwater. (Note: Swimming is seasonal and regulated by National Parks). These cascades in Nitmiluk National Park will get your heart racing. Before heading deep into Kakadu, enjoy a refreshing break in the charming town of Pine Creek, where the historic buildings date back to the gold rush era. In Kakadu, you'll join a guided walk to see ancient Aboriginal rock art at Burrungkuy (Nourlangie).

For a unique perspective, consider an optional scenic flight over the national park, showcasing the vast, untamed beauty of this region. Australia boasts some of the world's oldest art, much of which adorns the rock walls at Ubirr. This awe-inspiring site preserves Aboriginal rock paintings and carvings that date back over 20,000 years. If you're impressed by that, the view from the top of the escarpment over Kakadu will leave you speechless. This afternoon, immerse yourself in nature, with Kakadu's dramatic escarpments, waterholes, and abundant wildlife all around you. Keep an eye out for saltwater crocodiles as you relax on a Yellow Water Billabong cruise, where your local guide will reveal the secrets of these ancient waterways. Conclude your adventure with a Farewell Dinner shared with your Travel Director and fellow travellers.

After your Kakadu tour, you might catch a glimpse of enormous 'salties' lurking in river crossings you pass. You may also spot them at Fogg Dam, where you'll definitely experience a cacophony of birds. This area is truly a birdwatcher's paradise, providing a fitting end to your epic wilderness journey.