Katherine Gorge and Edith Falls Day Trip from Darwin with Boat Cruise
by Autopia Tours
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.A$730Overview
This full-day tour lasts about 13 hours and includes travel by air-conditioned coach with a guide providing local commentary. The trip begins with an early departure from Darwin, heading south along the Stuart Highway through Adelaide River and Pine Creek toward Katherine. The journey continues into Nitmiluk National Park where the guide shares historical and cultural information about the region. The main highlight is a two-hour NitNit Dreaming boat cruise through Katherine Gorge (Nitmiluk), passing between 70-meter-high cliff faces. The lighting changes across the rock formations during the cruise, adding to the natural setting. After the cruise, the tour visits Edith Falls (Leliyn), which features a large natural plunge pool suitable for swimming when conditions allow. Visitors can also walk to lookout points with views over the escarpment. Depending on the boat cruise schedule, Edith Falls may be visited before or after the gorge cruise. The tour includes guided bush walks of 1 to 2 kilometers, adapted to fitness levels. Time permitting, there is a short stop at Pine Creek for a leg stretch and rest. The return trip to Darwin takes place in the evening, with expected arrival between 7:30pm and 8:00pm. Meals are not included, but there is an opportunity to buy lunch locally. The tour is led by an accredited outback driver guide.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Darwin
The tour starts with an early departure from Darwin’s inner city to maximize time spent exploring Nitmiluk National Park and surrounding areas.
60 min
Stuart Highway Southbound Drive
Travel south from Darwin along the Stuart Highway, passing through the towns of Adelaide River and Pine Creek on the way to Katherine.
60 min
Nitmiluk National Park
Explore this Northern Territory region with commentary about its natural environment and cultural history. The park includes the Katherine River and Edith Falls as key points of interest.
120 min
Nitmiluk Gorge
Take the NitNit Dreaming boat cruise for about two hours through Katherine Gorge. The cruise passes between 70-meter-high cliffs, with changing sunlight highlighting the colors of the rocks.
180 min
Edith Falls
Visit Edith Falls (Leliyn), which has a large natural plunge pool suitable for swimming when conditions allow. Several lookout points provide views over the escarpment. Swimming depends on seasonal conditions.
180 min
Pine Creek
If timing allows, stop briefly at Pine Creek for a rest and leg stretch.
30 min
Darwin
Return to Darwin in the evening, with arrival expected between 7:30pm and 8:00pm after a day filled with natural sights.
120 min
Meeting point
Our main meeting point for this tour will be outside the entrance to the Travelodge Darwin, 64 Cavenagh Street at 6.30am. Please wait out the front gates and not in the hotel foyer, to avoid missing the bus.
End point
Our main meeting point for this tour will be outside the entrance to the Travelodge Darwin, 64 Cavenagh Street at 6.30am. Please wait out the front gates and not in the hotel foyer, to avoid missing the bus.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Katherine Gorge and Edith Falls Day Trip from Darwin with Boat Cruise
by Autopia Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.A$730Overview
This full-day tour lasts about 13 hours and includes travel by air-conditioned coach with a guide providing local commentary. The trip begins with an early departure from Darwin, heading south along the Stuart Highway through Adelaide River and Pine Creek toward Katherine. The journey continues into Nitmiluk National Park where the guide shares historical and cultural information about the region. The main highlight is a two-hour NitNit Dreaming boat cruise through Katherine Gorge (Nitmiluk), passing between 70-meter-high cliff faces. The lighting changes across the rock formations during the cruise, adding to the natural setting. After the cruise, the tour visits Edith Falls (Leliyn), which features a large natural plunge pool suitable for swimming when conditions allow. Visitors can also walk to lookout points with views over the escarpment. Depending on the boat cruise schedule, Edith Falls may be visited before or after the gorge cruise. The tour includes guided bush walks of 1 to 2 kilometers, adapted to fitness levels. Time permitting, there is a short stop at Pine Creek for a leg stretch and rest. The return trip to Darwin takes place in the evening, with expected arrival between 7:30pm and 8:00pm. Meals are not included, but there is an opportunity to buy lunch locally. The tour is led by an accredited outback driver guide.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Darwin
The tour starts with an early departure from Darwin’s inner city to maximize time spent exploring Nitmiluk National Park and surrounding areas.
60 min
Stuart Highway Southbound Drive
Travel south from Darwin along the Stuart Highway, passing through the towns of Adelaide River and Pine Creek on the way to Katherine.
60 min
Nitmiluk National Park
Explore this Northern Territory region with commentary about its natural environment and cultural history. The park includes the Katherine River and Edith Falls as key points of interest.
120 min
Nitmiluk Gorge
Take the NitNit Dreaming boat cruise for about two hours through Katherine Gorge. The cruise passes between 70-meter-high cliffs, with changing sunlight highlighting the colors of the rocks.
180 min
Edith Falls
Visit Edith Falls (Leliyn), which has a large natural plunge pool suitable for swimming when conditions allow. Several lookout points provide views over the escarpment. Swimming depends on seasonal conditions.
180 min
Pine Creek
If timing allows, stop briefly at Pine Creek for a rest and leg stretch.
30 min
Darwin
Return to Darwin in the evening, with arrival expected between 7:30pm and 8:00pm after a day filled with natural sights.
120 min
Meeting point
Our main meeting point for this tour will be outside the entrance to the Travelodge Darwin, 64 Cavenagh Street at 6.30am. Please wait out the front gates and not in the hotel foyer, to avoid missing the bus.
End point
Our main meeting point for this tour will be outside the entrance to the Travelodge Darwin, 64 Cavenagh Street at 6.30am. Please wait out the front gates and not in the hotel foyer, to avoid missing the bus.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.