Intrepid Travel: Kakadu, Katherine & Litchfield Explorer

Rising bright and early this morning, you’ll drive to the natural wonders of Kakadu National Park. Covering an enormous 20,000 sq km, the park is filled with biodiversity and significant First Nations sites. First, you’ll set off on the Ubirr walk with your leader. The 1 km loop takes you past incredible examples of First Nations rock art and up to an awe-inspiring lookout point. Stop at Cahills Crossing for some rest and respite (just keep an eye out for crocs), and after lunch drive to Burrungkuy (Nourlangie), famous for its World Heritage-listed rock art created by the Bininj people. Take a short walk here for a good overview of the wildlife, art and natural features of the area. Later, head to your campsite for the night and spend the evening getting to know your fellow travellers.

Your travel time today will be approximately 3.5 hours. The Ubirr walk is a Grade 2-3 (easy to moderate) 1 km loop, taking around 1.5 hour to see the rock art sites and enjoy the views. The 250 m climb to the lookout is steep.

Activities:

• Kakadu National Park - Burrungkuy (Nourlangie) Rock Art Site Walk
• Kakadu National Park - Ubirr Rock Art Site Walk
• Kakadu National Park - Cahills Crossing Crocodile Spotting

Staying in:

• Semi-permanent tents with shared facilities (1 night)

This morning, enjoy some free time to choose to glide through the wetlands and tributaries of the Yellow Water Billabong on an Indigenous-owned cruise. The river system sits entirely within the national park, and is home to rich wildlife, dramatic scenery and an ever-changing landscape. Then say goodbye to Kakadu and drive to the historic gold mining town Pine Creek, before continuing to Leliyn (Edith Falls). After a (late) lunch, you can hike along the upper pools or go for a refreshing swim. Later, a final drive will take you to your campground in Katherine where you can soak up a striking sunset.

Your travel time today will be approximately 4 hours. The hike at Leliyn is 2.6 km with swim stops along the way. The 2 Hour Yellow Water Cruise at 6:45 am is offered as a pre-booked service through us, which will guarantee you a place (subject to availability). If you would rather wait and book this locally on the ground at a better price, or directly via the operators' website, you are welcome to, but keep in mind that this is a popular activity and places are limited.

Activities:

• Nitmiluk National Park - Leliyn (Edith Falls) Upper Circuit Walk & Swim

Staying in:

• Safari Tents with shared facilities (1 night)

Your final day in the Top End begins with a visit to the truly impressive Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge. Here, you’re again free to choose your own adventure. Maybe take a cruise down the river to marvel at the dramatic scenery, as local guides provide the historical and cultural context of the region’s flora and fauna. Alternatively, you could head out on foot with your leader and explore Nitmiluk up close. Then head back to Katherine for lunch and a refreshing dip in the natural hot springs, before a drive north takes you back to Darwin, where your adventure ends. If you’d like to extend your stay in Darwin, just speak to your booking agent.

Your travel time today will be approximately 4 hours. You’ll arrive in Darwin at approximately 6 pm. Please take this into consideration when booking onward transportation. We recommend you spend an additional night in Darwin. The Nit Nit Dreaming 2 Gorge Cruise at 9 am is offered as a pre-booked service through us which will guarantee you a place (subject to availability). If you would rather wait and book this locally at a better price you are welcome to, but keep in mind that this is a popular activity and places are limited.

Activities:

• Katherine - Hot Springs