Darwin - Kakadu Budget Day Tour

Summary

"Experience traditional Aboriginal culture and Dreamtime stories, learn about rock art, bush tucker, weaving, didgeridoo playing and see some of the 60 bird species found in Kakadu National Park. Definitely bring your camera for this one!"

Itinerary

Depart Darwin and enter Kakadu National Park. Covering some 20,000 square kilometres, Kakadu is Australia’s largest national park. Kakadu’s vast wetlands and ancient escarpment are home to one of Australia’s largest and most diverse bird populations, and carry outstanding natural and cultural significance. Visit Warradjan Aboriginal Culture Centre where the traditional Aboriginal land owners (Bininj) of Kakadu National Park tell stories of their culture through the displays and exhibitions. Join a guided cruise on Yellow Water billabong. Keep an eye out for the wildlife, including crocodiles. See rock art sites at Nourlangie Rock. The name ‘Nourlangie’ is an anglicised version of Nawurlandja. The most famous rock art picture at Nourlangie is called Namondjok and for some Aboriginal groups he is a Creation Ancestor who now lives in the sky and can be seen only at night, when he appears as a dark spot in the Milky Way galaxy. En route to Darwin, stop at Window on the Wetlands Visitor Centre to learn about the wildlife, seasonal changes, various

animal groups and local Aboriginal and European history. Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine with views over the floodplains. Return to Darwin around 8pm.  

Tour Price Includes:  Coach travel, park entry fee, Yellow Water Billabong cruise, lunch, glass of wine & nibbles at Window on the Wetland and accommodation transfers

Trip Notes:  Itinerary is subject to seasonal conditions and a reasonable level of fitness is required.  Bookings must be reconfirmed 48 hours prior to departure

Further Information

Nourlangie Rock Art

There are a number of shelters in amongst this large outcrop linked by a 1.5km circular walk. The shelters contain several impressive paintings that deal with Aboriginal mythology., Interpretive signage is present at the art sites to assist visitors in understanding these rock art treasures..