Top Northern Territory Sightseeing Tours

See Darwin’s highlights with a hop-on hop-off pass valid for 24 or 48 hours. Cruise to top spots including Crocosaurus Cove, the Waterfront Precinct, and the Darwin Military Museum. Enjoy unobstructed views from the open-top double-decker bus and informative onboard commentary. Simply hop on board to travel from sight to sight in a circuit, or explore in depth on your own by hopping off at any of the convenient stops.

Wetlands made Kakadu National Park a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Yellow Water Billabong is one of the most beautiful. Join Indigenous-owned Yellow Water Cruises on a guided journey of discovery among crocodiles, eagles, and reflecting waters. The wildlife, like the light, changes throughout the day.

Travel with us on a tour to the pristine waters and forest of Litchfield National Park. Spot hundreds of different species of wildlife including birds and reptiles at Fogg Dam Conservation Centre. Walk amongst giant Magnetic Termite Mounds that are scattered throughout the national park. To cool down and relax, explore waterfalls at Florence Falls, and swim the cool waters of Buley Rockhole. For an additional cost you can also add in an optional "Jumping Crocodile Cruise" (option WLFC-B). Please note itinerary may change due to weather conditions at different times of the year.

Explore the ancient history and modern vibrancy of Darwin on a half-day sightseeing tour. Travel by coach and listen as your local guide shares commentary about the tropical city’s natural and cultural attractions. Delve into Aboriginal art at the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory, and stroll past fragrant orchid blooms at the Botanic Gardens.

Explore the highlights of the West MacDonnell Ranges on a guided tour from Alice Springs—without the hassle of driving or planning. In just one day, check off multiple sites, including Simpsons Gap, Standley Chasm, Ormiston Gorge, Ochre Pits, Ellery Creek Big Hole, and Glen Helen. Enjoy short walks into dramatic gorges, discover hidden waterholes, capture classic Outback photos, and swim at select spots (conditions permitting).

Walking around Uluru’s base takes a long time and you’ll get hot and tired in the process. See more of Uluru while touring on a fun Segway. After a thorough briefing on how to ride the vehicles safely, you’ll be taken in a small group around the base of the amazing rock. Learn about the history and culture of the red center along the way.

Soak up a magical Top End sunset from aboard the Charles Darwin, a 3-level catamaran with a fully licensed bar whilst you enjoy a gourmet grazing platter. Cruise past signature Darwin sights, such as Cullen Bay and the Esplanade, as the city lights up and the crew tell tales of Dawin's History !

If you’re short on time while touring the Top End, this action-packed day trip to Litchfield National Park is ideal for you. The park is famous for its glorious waterfalls, and you’ll see these up-close on a guided nature walk. You’ll also get the chance to swim in refreshing rock pools and spot wildlife, including kangaroos, flying foxes, and rare birds. Learn about the park’s biodiversity while having fun.

Discover East MacDonnell Ranges & Alice Town Highlights. The half-day tour provides an excellent overview of Alice Springs, allowing you to explore the town and the picturesque East MacDonnell Ranges. Your adventure will begin with visits to several local attractions, including the Araluen Arts Centre, the Royal Flying Doctor Service Alice Springs Tour Facility, and the Anzac hill. After experiencing the town's highlights, you’ll head out to the surrounding countryside, where you’ll visit Emily Gap and Jessie Gap, two significant Aboriginal spiritual sites. Then you will visit Corroboree Rock where you will take a short walk with our guide around the rock base. Next you will visit Trephina Gorge nature park, and Australia the largest ghost gum tree. The tour culminates at Anzac hill, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the town and the desert as the sun sets over the MacDonnell Ranges.

Uluru, or Ayers Rock, is widely considered among Australia’s most impressive natural attractions—but it’s difficult to feel its size and scale from ground level. On this tour, begin with pickup at your Ayers Rock Resort hotel and take to the skies by helicopter with your guide. Soar high over Uluru and nearby Kata Tjuta, and capture uninterrupted views over the 500 million year-old formations on camera.

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!

Feel the adrenaline rush of flying over the iconic Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge and experience its sheer beauty from above. This is an amazing perspective shift if you've seen the gorge on the water by boat. Taking off from the Nitmiluk Gorge helipad you will fly past the Nitmiluk Visitors Information Centre and camp grounds before entering the mouth of the mighty Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge. Once over the Gorge we will take you on a birds eye experience over Jedda’s Rock, Butterfly Gorge and Lily Pond before turning homeward above the third Gorge.

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!

Uluru, Kata Tjuta, and Kings Canyon are spread across a vast stretch of the Red Centre, which makes them hard to combine on your own. Travel with a guide and camp under the outback sky, taking guided hikes in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park and Watarrka National Park. Watch Uluru at sunrise and sunset, when the light shifts across the rock.

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.

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.

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.

Experience the Yellow Water River Cruise filled with an abundance of birds and wildlife, Ngourlangie Rock Art Gallery, Warradjan Cultural Centre and the Wetlands Bird Hide. Kakadu National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed site, is one of Australia’s most celebrated natural and cultural landscapes. Spanning over 20,000 square kilometers, it is home to diverse ecosystems, from wetlands and floodplains to sandstone escarpments and dense forests. Its rich cultural history, both natural and Aboriginal, makes it an essential destination for those wanting to experience Australia’s wild heart.

With just the right amount of time to see all of the major highlights of the Red Centre, visit the majestic Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon too. In the evening enjoy an authentic camping experience … with a soft landing. Save time and money by starting in Yulara, which is only minutes away from the Ayers Rock Airport and Uluru.

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.

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.

This isn’t just a transfer — it’s a Top End wildlife adventure made easy. Enjoy a scenic drive through the lush wetlands of Fogg Dam with a quick photo stop, where birdlife, buffalo, and croc sightings are common even from the road. Then head to the mighty Adelaide River for the original 1-hour Jumping Crocodile Cruise. You’ll come face to face with the wildest crocs in Australia — massive salties like Brutus and Dominator lumbering in at approx 5.5m +, and plenty of others launching from the water just metres sometimes feet from the boat. It’s the closest and most thrilling croc encounter you’ll ever experience. No detours, no fluff — just raw Territory action.

Australia’s Red Centre is home to many natural attractions, but its size and terrain make it hard to cover independently. Experience the Australian Outback and its highlights in just three days on this guided tour, starting and ending in Alice Springs. Visit Uluru, learn about local Aboriginal culture, and walk through national parks on this activity-packed Outback itinerary.