
Day 1 Darwin – Litchfield National Park – Mary River Wetlands You leave Darwin heading south to the magnificent Litchfield National Park with its breathtaking waterfalls. You then continue east and soon reach the Mary River Wetlands. On a boat trip you watch exotic birds and saltwater crocodiles, known locally as ‘salties’.
Day 2 Mary River Wetlands – Arnhem Land – Kakadu National Park Today is devoted entirely to the ancient and fascinating culture of Australia’s Aboriginal people. In the morning you board a boat for a cruise on the East Alligator River, where you can watch saltwater crocodiles. During the cruise, your Aboriginal guide tells you more about the significance of this region. From there you continue east to discover the pristine landscape of Arnhem Land – not easy to reach, but with a very special aura thanks to the art and living traditions of its people. You spend the day in this unique setting and learn more about the Aboriginal people of the Northern Territory. After this fascinating day you drive on to Kakadu National Park, where you spend the night.
Day 3 Kakadu National Park – Darwin A boat trip on Yellow Water Billabong gives you the chance to watch a variety of waterbirds and saltwater crocodiles. You then return to Darwin via Maguk (Barramundi Falls) and Gunlom Falls, arriving in the evening.