AAT Kings: Kakadu & Arnhem Land Short Break 2025
Discover the wonders of Kakadu National Park and cruise along the Yellow Water Billabong on a two-day short break. Absorb the natural beauty of the Top End. Discover the wonders of Kakadu National Park, cruise the famous Yellow Water Billabong and spot saltwater crocs and other wildlife. Travel by 4WD into Arnhem Land and take in the amazing scenery and culture.
Aboriginal cultureNational parksWildlife & natureSee what's included
- Kakadu National Park
- Local Guided Tour of Arnhem Land
- Cruise on Yellow Water Billabong
- Explore Aboriginal Rock Art at Burrungkuy (Nourlangie) Rock
Guided Coach Tour
This suggested tour costs from AUD$1,335 per person (twin share, low season)
Starts in Darwin, finishes in Darwin
2 days/1 nights
Hotel 3 star
Pre and post tour options? YES
Viewed 9 times in the last 7 days
AUD$1,335
Day 1 - Darwin - Kakadu
Depart Darwin and travel along the Arnhem Highway, their major river systems and wetlands, into Kakadu National Park. Located 257 kilometres east of Darwin, this national park covers 20,000 square kilometres of landscape from rocky escarpment home to historic Aboriginal rock art dating back thousands of years, to floodplains abundant with wildlife. Visit the Warradjan Cultural Centre to view the informative displays depicting the traditions of the Aboriginal people in Kakadu. Join your local guide on a cruise of Yellow Water Billabong. Search for saltwater crocodiles and the colourful range of birdlife for which this region is renowned. After lunch, stop at Burrungkuy (Nourlangie), where your Driver Guide will lead you on a walk to view the rock art galleries. There is the opportunity for an optional 50-minute scenic flight (own expense).
Staying in:
- Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel (1 night)
Day 2 - Arnhem Land – Darwin
There is an early start this morning as we travel by 4 Wheel Drive vehicle into Arnhem Land and the Mikkinj Valley. We travel through spectacular scenery including sandstone outcrops, escarpments, forests and floodplains. Learn about traditional land ownership, bush skills and ‘bush tucker’. View Aboriginal rock art in its natural state. Most tours are accompanied by an Aboriginal Guide. In the late afternoon return to Darwin.