Top Northern Territory Sightseeing Tours - page 2

An incredible way to see a snapshot of some of the best of the Red Centre across three days, this small group adventure showcases the beauty of Uluru, Kings Canyon, Valley of the Winds or Walpa Gorge and Kata Tjuta. Added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1987 when the international community recognised its spectacular geological formations, rare plants and animals, and outstanding natural beauty, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is an area to behold. Joined by your expert guide you will discover incredible secrets of the Red Centre with commentary, stories and hidden gems that really bring this place to life. We provide two different sleeping arrangements at our exclusive private campsites, with twin safari tents, or you can try out a traditional swag experience. (canvas-covered bedroll) This tour offers guests the option to start in Alice Springs or Yulara/Ayers Rock, please advise flight details at the time of booking. This tour finishes in Alice Springs Only.

Uluru is at its most mysterious when the sun rises and sets, shading the rock in hues from vivid orange to deep purple. See both sunrise and sunset on this overnight adventure, with camping in a permanent tent featuring beds and linen. You’ll also explore The Olgas (Kata Tjuta) rock domes, feast on delicious food, and take the self-guided, full base walk of Uluru.

Guarantee your admission to the Katherine Outback Experience with this prebooked entry ticket that includes skip-the-line access. The show is a lighthearted introduction to life on an Outback cattle station, and an easy alternative to outdoor adventures and sightseeing. See horse-starting and working dog demonstrations set to live Australian country music and story-telling.

Explore Kakadu National Park and learn about Australia’s Aboriginal heritage on a full-day tour from Darwin. You'll see the highlights of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed park, including ancient rock art of Ubirr Rock and views from the Nadab lookout. Then take a Guluyambi cultural cruise along the East Alligator River, traveling with an indigenous guide who stops along the way to show you the dramatic landscapes of Arnhem Land. Note: March and April visit the Burrungkuy and Nourlangie Rock galleries and ride the Billabong cruise.

Get close to Australia's wildlife, without having to book multiple tours, on this jumping croc cruise from Darwin. Cruise down the Adelaide River, home to more than 1,600 crocodiles, to see these creatures launch themselves out of the water, as well as native birdlife. Then, head over to the Window on the Wetlands Visitor Center for views of the Marrakai Plains and enjoy the interactive displays.

See Darwin’s highlights on a handy half-day tour by bus. Learn about Darwin’s World War II history at the Defence of Darwin Experience, with admission to this military heritage site included. Explore the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory, and stop by the 1934 Qantas Hangar and Darwin Aviation Museum, among other sites on this comprehensive introduction to Darwin. Includes handy hotel transfers; caravan parks cost extra.

The Adelaide River is renowned for its high population of saltwater crocodiles and is just a 1-hour drive from downtown Darwin. With this 1-hour cruise, set sail along the scenic river and have the opportunity to see wild crocodiles in their natural environment. Watch the crocodiles feeding, swimming, or resting on the shore from the safety of the boat as you learn about the fascinating creatures from your guide.

Maximize your chances of spotting native Australian wildlife on this full-day tour from Darwin to Corroboree Billabong, where saltwater crocodiles and native birdlife are abundant. Step aboard a shaded, open-sided boat designed for optimal viewing, with live commentary helping you spot and understand the wildlife around you. The day also includes a stop at the Window on the Wetlands Visitor Centre, lunch, and round-trip hotel transport—so you can experience the Top End’s wildlife without the planning, driving, or guesswork.

Showcasing the best of the Top End, this 5 Day Kakadu, Katherine and Litchfield 4WD Adventure Tour will tick every box for the explorer and adventurer! Join us on an exclusive 4WD safari adventure of a lifetime showcasing the very best Kakadu National Park, Katherine Gorge, Nitmiluk and Litchfield National Parks have to offer. Discover some of the oldest and best-preserved Aboriginal rock art in the world, keep a lookout for some of our prehistoric friends (crocodiles), and visit spectacular waterfalls to cool off in some of the most beautiful natural plunge pools imaginable. We’ll be exploring some truly spectacular countryside, among pockets of rainforest packed with endemic species of flora and fauna. This adventure tour will have you relaxing in comfort each evening after being on the move all day. Our private campsites are complete with a wonderfully equipped, enclosed camp kitchen, and spacious safari tents or swags.

Spend an action-packed day exploring two national parks in the Top End: Nitmiluk and Kakadu. Fly round-trip from Darwin to Katherine Gorge, then hop aboard a helicopter for a scenic ride. Explore the magnificent landscape for 1 hour by air followed by a riverboat cruise back in Kakadu. A private tour helps you discover this region abundant with wildlife, natural beauty, and cultural significance before your return to Darwin.

In February 1942, the North Australian city of Darwin was bombed by Japanese forces. With this two-for-one deal, cruise around the Darwin waterfront on the Bombing of Darwin cruise, sailing by landmarks like the wreck sites of the SS Neptuna and USS Peery; then visit the historic Royal Flying Doctor Tourist Facility and hear the local stories of those air raids. Don’t organize these two attractions separately; book in advance and confirm them for the same day.

Visit the original Royal Flying Doctor Service Alice Springs working base that commenced in 1939. Have a look at the wide variety of historic radios including a Traeger Pedal Radio and learn what it was like to communicate before telephones were invented. There is a large display of historic medical equipment that would have been used on the RFDS flights of the past. See the evolution of aeroplanes used by RFDS with a range of model aeroplanes to take you through each decade. Relive the true experience of a patient and see what its like to fly with RFDS Pilot with our RFDS virtual reality Walk through the museum and meet Alf Traeger and Nurse Kathy through interactive technology. Learn about the history and the activities of the RFDS’s pilots, engineers, doctors and nurses, and the experiences of the patients that are cared for each day.

Take three days to get to know the Red Center’s most famous attractions on this Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon Camping Safari from Ayers Rock. Explore the Lost City, Amphitheatre, Garden of Eden, and North and South walls with your guide, who will explain the details of the culture and the Outback way of life. While camping, get to have a spiritual understanding of the surroundings.

Australia’s Red Centre is home to many attractions, including Uluru (Ayers Rock), one of the country’s most iconic sites. Experience the Australian Outback and many of its highlights in just three days with this tour that starts and ends in Alice Springs. Visit Uluru, learn about local Aboriginal culture, and walk through national parks as you explore on this activity-packed Outback itinerary.

Taking in some of the most stunning sights in the Red Centre over three days, this small group adventure presents a snapshot of some of the most beautiful places in the area, including Uluru, Kings Canyon, the Valley of the Winds or Walpa Gorge and Kata Tjuta. Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park was added to the World Heritage List by UNESCO in 1987 after the international community recognized the park's spectacular geological formations, rare plants and animals, and outstanding natural beauty. You will discover incredible secrets of the Red Centre with commentary, stories, and hidden gems that will really put this place into perspective. We provide two different sleeping arrangements at our exclusive private campsites, with twin shared safari tents, or a traditional swag experience. (canvas-covered bedroll) This tour concludes in either Alice Springs or Uluru/Ayers Rock/Yulara, depending on shuttle availability. Please confirm your preferred drop-off location when booking.

Hop aboard for the Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Cruise on the Adelaide River, one of Darwin’s most thrilling and iconic experiences. Departing from the heart of Darwin, we’ll take you on a ½-day journey to the Marrakai Wetlands, a wildlife haven home to over 117 reptile species and 280 bird species – a nature lover’s dream!

Sometimes driving through a small part of the Australian Outback isn’t enough. See the desert from above on a morning hot-air balloon ride. This tour from Alice Springs gets you up in the air near dawn for a scenic ride. Spot wildlife, including the elusive Red Kangaroo, from above, take in views of the landscape, and enjoy sparkling wine afterward.

Take in the views of Darwin Harbour during a sunset cruise aboard the “Charles Darwin,” a deluxe 3-level catamaran. Sail past the Esplanade, Larrakeyah Barracks, Cullen Bay, and Fannie Bay, all while seated in air-conditioned comfort or outside on the sundeck. Enjoy a delicious buffet dinner featuring fresh seafood and local produce as you watch the sun set over the Top End.

Swap your cruise ship for a hop-on hop-off bus tour of Darwin on this sightseeing shore excursion. Select a 24- or 48-hour pass and explore the city in the Top End at your own pace. Board the open-top double-decker bus from the cruise terminal at Fort Hill Wharf and disembark at any of the 11 stops around Darwin, or simply stay on the bus for a 60- or 90-minute narrated tour. Visit the Military Museum, Botanic Gardens, Doctors Gully, Crocosaurus Cove and more!

Darwin’s Jumping Crocodile cruise is one of the most popular ways to see the Northern Territory’s infamous wild crocodiles. With this tour, avoid the stress of organizing your own transport to the remote tour departure point and take a ride on the air-conditioned Croc Bus instead. Stop along the way to see the World’s largest boxing crocodile at the Humpty Doo Hotel, enjoy a thrilling crocodile-watching cruise along the Adelaide River, then go wildlife-watching at Fogg Dam.

Enjoy a private, all-inclusive and extended version of our popular scheduled tour for lunch or dinner. Explore a wide range of tasty exotic delicacies that are unique to Outback Australia. Your knowledgeable, experienced local guide takes you on an easy walking tour to 3 award-winning restaurants in 5 hours. Try over 12 gourmet tastes that may include Aboriginal bush foods and regional delicacies like crocodile, kangaroo, prawns, gold band snapper, exotic tropical fruits and vegetables, native spices and more. Dietary options are available. There’s a complimentary welcome drink of beer, wine, or spirits at the first restaurant, and standard soft drinks are included throughout. Learn about Darwin's multicultural history, Aboriginal culture, WWII bombing, architecture, horticulture and more. We also showcase Darwin’s fabulous, award-winning street art, much of it with futuristic augmented reality. And there’s lots to eat—we’ll fill you up, finishing with a tasty tropical dessert.

Ensure you get the best sunset vista by heading out onto the water on this cruise across Darwin Harbour. Aboard a large, ocean-going catamaran with plenty of deck space, sit under the sails or in the air-conditioned salon and toast the setting sun with a glass of sparkling wine before enjoying a tapas/barbecue dinner while soaking up the views—if you wish, you can bring your own drinks and keep them chilled in the on board coolers.

Starting from Darwin, this Adelaide River Adventure includes a scenic drive to the Adelaide River wetlands, where you’ll learn about the wildlife species that call these waterways home—including the saltwater crocodile. You’ll then go on a Jumping Crocodile Cruise to see these crocs in their natural habitat. A local Indigenous owned and operated venture, the cruise is a great way to support the Traditional Custodians of this Country.

Take in the landscape of Australia's Red Center from the air on a 2-hour scenic flight from Ayers Rock to Kings Canyon. Get a guaranteed window seat for clear views of Uluru, Kata Tjuta, Lake Amadeus, and Kings Canyon.