3 Day Katherine Gorge, Kakadu Tour

Itinerary

Day 1 - Katherine

Depart Darwin at 8:00am on a Greyhound coach, arriving in Katherine at 12:15pm. Transfer to Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge, where you will have time to visit the Nitmiluk Centre before boarding your afternoon 2 hour cruise. There is a walk of approximately 800 metres each way, so wear comfortable walking shoes. *Note: lunch is included on Day 1.

Day 2 - Kakadu National Park

Depart Katherine at 7:00am for an exciting 2 days in Kakadu. We approach via the Southern End through Mary River. Next is Waterfall Creek (Gunlom), a deep permanent pool fringed by pandanus palms and high cliffs. We then go to Cooinda, home of Yellow Water. You will enjoy the variety of birds, wildlife and crocodiles on a sunset cruise. Overnight at your choice of accommodation in Kakadu. (Lunch)

Day 3 - Kakadu National Park

Depart at 6:30am for Nourlangie Rock, just magic at this time of the morning. Today will create long lasting memories of Kakadu for you, including Ubirr, Bowali Centre, Border Store, East Alligator and so much more........ Arrive Darwin Approximately 5:00pm.

Further Information

Notes

During the months of May - September we highly recommend the Safari Camp option.

Darwin Greyhound Bus Terminal

The Darwin Greyhound Bus Terminal is located at 67-69 Mitchell St, Darwin. Clients need to make their way to the Greyhound Terminal 20 minutes prior to departure

Katherine Accommodation

Budget / Safari Accommodation: Springvale Homestead - Situated 7kms from Katherine township on the banks of the Katherine River, Springvale Homestead was built in the 1880’s and is the oldest standing Homestead in the Northern Territory. Springvale Homestead offers travellers a shady parkland environment, featuring grassed caravan and camping sites, budget motel accommodation, a licensed bistro and kiosk, swimming pool and children’s waterslide. Relax, wander the picturesque grounds with wallabies roaming freely and take in the beauty of the original Homestead

Best Western Pine Tree Motel: Katherine 3.5*  Offers Quality service and comfortable rooms nestled right in the centre of town

Kakadu Accommodation

Budget / Safari Camp: The Safari Camp eco tents are free standing with a raised timber floor, comfortable single beds, linen, blankets, pillows, solar lights, fans and torches are supplied. A camp kitchen is equipped to cater for everyones needs. We highly recommend staying at the camp during the months of May to September as temperatures are very pleasant. Toilet facility is available on site. Showers are located at Gagudju Lodge just a short distance from our Safari Camp. Please have your toiletries easily accessible in your day pack including your towel while in Kakadu.

Motel Accommodation: Gagudju Lodge Cooinda