Embark on a 5-day camping tour through Kakadu, Katherine Gorge, and Litchfield. Experience ancient rock art, waterfalls, and wildlife in Australia’s Top End.
Embark on a 5-day camping tour through Kakadu, Katherine Gorge, and Litchfield. Experience ancient rock art, waterfalls, and wildlife in Australia’s Top End.
Darwin to Kakadu National Park & Ubirr at Sunset
Ubirr - Embark from Darwin to the breathtaking Wetlands Region, teeming with remarkable birdlife and elusive crocodiles! Continue to Kakadu and settle into your comfortable camp in Jabiru. Explore the Bowali Visitor Centre to learn about the park’s diverse wildlife and landscapes. Visit Cahills…
Darwin to Kakadu National Park & Ubirr at Sunset
Ubirr - Embark from Darwin to the breathtaking Wetlands Region, teeming with remarkable birdlife and elusive crocodiles! Continue to Kakadu and settle into your comfortable camp in Jabiru. Explore the Bowali Visitor Centre to learn about the park’s diverse wildlife and landscapes. Visit Cahills Crossing on the Kakadu/Arnhem Land border. Discover Ubirr Rock’s exceptional Aboriginal rock art and ascend for a mesmerizing sunset over the Nadab Floodplain. Return to camp for a delightful shared dinner and a night beneath the stars.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner.
Camping: Private Jabiru Campsite - Permanent Tents or Bush Swags (communal bathroom facilities)
Driving Distance: 420km
Hike Distance and Grading: 1km loop Grade 2-3
Gunlom Falls, Jim Jim Falls & Plunge Pools to Jabiru Return
Kakadu National Park - Start early for a day of hiking and swimming in Kakadu’s magnificent waterfalls and plunge pools. Discover monsoon rainforests, rocky escarpments, and refresh in the pristine waters at Gunlom Falls, Jim Jim Falls, or Motor Car Falls (depending on group ability and seasonal conditions). Visit the Warradjan Cultural Centre to explore traditional stories and artefacts. Return to camp for a satisfying dinner and well-deserved rest.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Camping: Private Jabiru Campsite - Permanent Tents or Bush Swags (communal bathroom facilities)
Driving Distance: Minimum 150km depending on waterfall access. Please note this includes a minimum of 40kms offroad on each journey.
Hike Distance and Grading: 1.5km - 4km & up to Grade 4.
Kakadu National Park to Katherine
Katherine - Explore Burrungkuy (Nourlangie) rock art and breathtaking lookouts including Kunwarddewardde and Nawurlandja. Enjoy a picnic by the scenic Barramundi Gorge (Maguk) Waterfall, with a refreshing swim in its natural plunge pool (moderate to high fitness required, alternative waterholes may be used subject to park closures). Travel south through Kakadu to your private Katherine campsite for another night under the stars.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Camping: Private Katherine Campsite - Permanent Tents or Bush Swags (communal bathroom facilities)
Driving Distance: 420km
Hike Distance and Grading: 1.5km Grade 3
Katherine Gorge to Nitmiluk National Park
Nitmiluk National Park - Begin early for the 2-hour NitNit Katherine Gorge cruise, gliding through towering 70m rock walls alive with wildlife and creation stories. Optional scenic helicopter flights provide stunning aerial views of Nitmiluk and Katherine Gorge. Unwind and cool off at the beautiful Edith Falls, with its large plunge pool beneath cascading waterfalls. Return to camp for a spectacular sunset and stargazing.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Camping: Private Katherine Campsite - Permanent Tents or Bush Swags (communal bathroom facilities).
Options: Scenic helicopter flights
Driving Distance: 470km
Hike Distance and Grading: 2km Grade 2-4 depending on the walk embarked on. The main pool (when open) is a short walk with low grades. Upper pools require a reasonably steep climb and descent, and at least a moderate level of fitness and agility.
Katherine to Litchfield National Park to Darwin
Litchfield National Park - Travel north to Litchfield National Park, a top-end paradise with rainforest pockets and refreshing retreats. Admire the magnetic termite mounds and swim in natural pools like Buley Rockholes, Wangi Falls, or visit Florence Falls and Tolmer Falls. After an incredible adventure, relax on the journey back to Darwin for a well-deserved rest.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Driving Distance: 470 km
Walking Distance: 1km - 2km

- Kakadu Pass & National Parks entry fees included
- Top & fitted sheets, mattress and pillow & case provided (Safari Tent option)
- Lunch
- Aboriginal culture and rock art viewing
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Air-conditioned 4WD off-road truck travel
- Traditional bush swag - canvas-covered bush bed roll (Bush Swag option)
- 4 Nights Safari Style Tented…
- Kakadu Pass & National Parks entry fees included
- Top & fitted sheets, mattress and pillow & case provided (Safari Tent option)
- Lunch
- Aboriginal culture and rock art viewing
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Air-conditioned 4WD off-road truck travel
- Traditional bush swag - canvas-covered bush bed roll (Bush Swag option)
- 4 Nights Safari Style Tented Campsites (2 x Kakadu, 2 x Katherine)
- Guided bush walks (up to 3km each day, grade 2-4)
- Billabong Wetlands River Cruise
- Meals not listed in the itinerary – There will be plenty of opportunities to purchase along the way.
- Personal travel insurance – Not a must, but we strongly recommend you have it, just in case.
- Spending money – For anything extra—snacks, drinks, souvenirs, or those special moments on the road.
- Meals not listed in the itinerary – There will be plenty of opportunities to purchase along the way.
- Personal travel insurance – Not a must, but we strongly recommend you have it, just in case.
- Spending money – For anything extra—snacks, drinks, souvenirs, or those special moments on the road.
Leave the mundane behind and plunge into the exhilarating Top End on this 5-day journey! Discover Kakadu, Katherine Gorge, and Litchfield, where ancient Aboriginal rock art, majestic waterfalls, and crocodile-inhabited wetlands await. Trek through rugged escarpments, swim in secluded plunge pools, cruise the Mary River to spot wildlife, and witness…
Leave the mundane behind and plunge into the exhilarating Top End on this 5-day journey! Discover Kakadu, Katherine Gorge, and Litchfield, where ancient Aboriginal rock art, majestic waterfalls, and crocodile-inhabited wetlands await. Trek through rugged escarpments, swim in secluded plunge pools, cruise the Mary River to spot wildlife, and witness breathtaking sunsets at Ubirr Rock. Sleep under the stars in a swag or camp in a safari tent, cook over an open fire, and share stories beneath the Milky Way. Connect with fellow explorers, learn bushcraft skills, and engage with outback life. From the towering cliffs of Nitmiluk Gorge to Litchfield’s invigorating waterfalls and magnetic termite mounds, each day offers excitement and unforgettable experiences. Ideal for thrill-seekers, nature enthusiasts, and anyone in search of adventure, this tour immerses participants in Australia’s raw, stunning, and awe-inspiring Top End.
- Fitness Level - This tour requires a moderate to advanced level of fitness to complete the walks. Expect daily walks ranging from 2-4 km, often across steep and rocky terrain, with plenty of sun and high humidity.
- Your guide will adjust the pace for safety. If you’re over 75, a doctor’s certificate is required, and it must be submitted at least 30 days prior to your departure.
- Age Restrictions - For the younger adventurers, children aged 8-17 must be accompanied by an adult or legal guardian at all times.
- Medical Conditions - If you have any known medical conditions, please notify us at the time of booking. This tour is physically demanding, requiring a moderate level of fitness and mobility, so we want to make sure you’re fully prepared for the adventure!
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.