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Kakadu, Nourlangie and Yellow Waters Tour from Darwin
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Kakadu, Nourlangie and Yellow Waters Tour from Darwin

By AAT Kings
Kakadu, Australia’s largest national park, sees many visitors opting for a multi-day tour. This tour is ideal for those short on time or on a budget, allowing you to take in the highlights on a day trip from Darwin. Admire the desert museum of Nourlangie Rock, discover Kakadu’s Aboriginal history at the Warradjan Aboriginal Centre, and spot crocodiles on a cruise along the Yellow Water billabong.
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$244.72
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$244.72
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Lowest price guaranteeFree cancellation
Ages 0-99, max of 50 per group
Duration: 13h
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English
Highlights
  • Guided Kakadu tour leads you right to the enormous national park’s highlights
  • Visit three top sights in one day—Nourlangie, Yellow Waters, and Warradjan
  • Close encounters with wild crocodiles under the supervision of an expert guide
  • Hassle-free: hotel pickup and round-trip transportation from Darwin
  • Super comfortable luxury vehicle including: free wifi, in seat USB and air conditioning
  • Yellow Waters Cruise
  • Lunch
  • Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre
  • Driver/guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Entry/Admission - Kakadu National Park
  • Entry/Admission - Kakadu National Park
Your tour begins with an early-morning pickup from your Darwin hotel and an around 2-hour drive to Kakadu aboard an air-conditioned bus. During the journey, listen as your guide tells you about Kakadu National Park, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site spanning an incredible 20,000 square miles (32,180 square kilometers). Hear how the park is famous for both its natural wonders—including its large population of crocodiles and other wildlife—and its cultural heritage, with a long history of occupation by Aboriginal communities. On arrival, the first stop of the day is Nourlangie Rock, a dramatic sandstone monolith nicknamed the “desert museum” for its remarkably preserved examples of ancient Aboriginal rock art. Take a guided scenic walk around the rock, stopping to peek into ancient cave settlements, admire the artworks etched into the cliffside, and learn more about the park’s earliest inhabitants. After a break for a picnic lunch (included), hop aboard a boat for a cruise along the Yellow Water billabong. Take in the unique landscapes of Kakadu as you glide through its wetlands and mangrove swamps. Along the way, look out for native wildlife, most notably the saltwater crocodiles that can often be seen lazing along the banks. The final stop of the day is at the Warradjan Cultural Centre, where you’ll gain an even deeper understanding of Kakadu’s indigenous heritage and the importance of the native lands to the Aboriginal community. Return to the bus for the return journey to Darwin, where your tour ends with drop-off at your hotel.
Departure details
  • Traveler pickup is offered.
  • Hotel pick-ups commence prior to the tour start time. You will be collected from the hotel you have selected in the drop down list during the booking process. Your hotel pick-up time will be displayed on your voucher. If you wish to change your pick-up location from the one selected, you must call the operator at least 24 hrs prior to travel. If your hotel does not appear on the drop down list, the operator does not pick-up from your hotel. Please phone the operator to arrange an alternate pick-up time and location.
  • Hotel pickup is offered. View the hotel list on our checkout page to see if yours is included among the pickup points.
Return details
  • Returns to original departure point
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infants must sit on laps
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 2230D31L
  • Entry to Kakadu National Park is a Government enforced fee and is payable on the day.
  • Infant are free provided they do not occupy a seat
  • Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
  • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark. Driver is unable to assist passengers boarding and disembarking due to insurance regulations
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
A note from Kakadu, Nourlangie and Yellow Waters Tour from Darwin
  • Please bring your own washable face mask and gloves. Should an unexpected situation arise, additional face masks, rubber gloves, antiviral sprays/wipes are available for guest distribution. Group sizes will be continuously reviewed to align with government recommended protocols.
What you can expect during your visit
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
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Kakadu, Nourlangie and Yellow Waters Tour from Darwin is hosted by AAT Kings. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact AAT Kings on Tripadvisor. Discover and book Kakadu, Nourlangie and Yellow Waters Tour from Darwin on Tripadvisor
If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 2230D31L
Itinerary
  • You'll get picked up
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  • Pass by
    Djukbinj National Park
  • 1
    Warradjan Cultural Centre
    Stop: 20 minutes
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  • 2
    Yellow Water Cruise
    Stop: 90 minutes - Admission included
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  • 3
    Cooinda Lodge Kakadu
    Stop: 45 minutes - Admission included
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  • 4
    Nourlangie Rock
    Stop: 45 minutes
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  • You'll return to the starting point
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By: AAT Kings
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Great day trip
I had a great time on this trip Our guide Rox was very informative and entertaining I would definitely recommend …
Alan T
Alan T
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Gorgeous Katherine Gorge
It's a very long bus ride so check if AAT will let you stay overnight at the caravan park ... was a big wet in 2023…
Anventure
Anventure
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Such a positive experience!
Everything from the pick up to return was well timed, outstanding scenery and very informative and friendly tour gu…
Travellingbugg
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Must do.
One of those must do experiences. Yes, it's a VERY long day, but if you are only in Darwin and not going elsewhere …
Mike D
Mike D
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Don’t go in the wet season
All of the swimming holes and most of the walks are closed in the wet season. We all went to swim at the falls yet …
lardadarda
lardadarda
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Lovely Litchfield, but disappointing company values and not value-for-money
Litchfield NP has some stunning views, gorgeous flora and fauna and in the wet season there are fewer people so the…
zoej2023
zoej2023
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Exceptional guide and memorable views
Thank you Mel! You made the trip unforgettable! Your knowledge and passion for the land was beautiful. I’ve been on…
Lyddiardo1
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Jumping crocs , Adelaide river
Was informative and interesting Seen big crocs in their habitat Fully recommend, safety is first priority on this…
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Too much time on bus
Was 3 hours or so in bus to get there and only 30-40 mins on the boat with the crocs. Then another hour and a bit b…
jennyl849
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Tiwi Island Cutural Tour
My husband and I went on a Tiwi Island Cutural Day Tour with AAT Kings in August 2022. The boat trip to and from t…
Julie C
Julie C
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Beautiful waterfalls
Lovely day out taking in Litchfield national park and the Termite mounds at Batchelor.Swam in Florence Falls which …
Leonie S
Leonie S
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Lovely Tour
The bus was very comfortable, and the places we went to, and the food we ate was amazing. Unfortunately I didn't g…
romneyh
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A fun learning adventure
Will, our driver and guide, was amazing. Great humored, super knowledgeable about flora and fauna and crocodile fac…
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Katherine Gorge
An amazing tour to places I’d only heard of. The swim at Edith Falls was truly worth it and the Katherine Gorge wa…
Jayne J
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INFORMATIVE TOUR - A GOOD ONE FOR YOUR FIRST TIME VISITING LITCHFIELD
The tour was informative and quite enjoyable for a day tour. The main swimming falls, Wangi, was not open for swimm…
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Mike D
London, UK20 contributions
The worst day of my 6 weeks in Australia
Mar 2023
10 hours on a bus through uninspiring landscape to go on a pleasant 90 minute boat ride and have a canteen lunch. You decide!
Written March 5, 2023
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Jess K
Hi Mike, thank you for your feedback. I'll pass this on to relevant teams. Jess from AAT Kings
Written March 5, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Sharon S
Baldivis, Australia21 contributions
Wet Season Tour
Feb 2023 • Couples
Relaxed atmosphere. High light yellow water.
Tour guide Prem, friendly helpful manner and very informative.
Written February 26, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Julie C
Brisbane, Australia179 contributions
Beautiful Kakadu
Nov 2022 • Couples
My Mum,brother and I this trip with AAT Kings as an overnight as part of our 6 day NT now tour.So glad we did it this way as a day trip would have been exhausting.So much to see,Kakadu is huge.Loved the yellow waters tour and climbing Nourlangie,stunning views and some very interesting aboriginal rock art.We did another boat cruise called the Guluyambi Cuteral cruise which was run by young aboriginal man and was so educational.We stopped off briefly at Ahnern land and he even demonstrated some spear throwing for us.Highlight for me was probably the lookout from Ubirr.The wide open landscape that seemed to go on forever was just breathtaking.Everywhere was lush and green which just added to the beauty.We were pleasantly surprized by our overnight accomadation at the Mercure Crocodile Hotel.Our rooms were very comfortable and had lovely big swimming pool just outside our door which we made good use of.The resturant had very nice meals.The bus was very comfortable and we really appreciated being able to top up our water bottles with lovely cold water from the eskys on the bus.Anthony,our guide and driver was very kind and patient as well as knowing some many interesting facts about this stunning part of Oz.Thank you very much AAT kings for a jam packed,but wonderful 2 day tour of Kakadu.We loved it.
Written December 9, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Wade
Minneapolis, MN57 contributions
Too much driving and not enough personal touch by the Aboriginals
This seems like a good way to see a lot, however, you spend 6 hours in the coach (3 hours each direction). The aboriginal paintings are interesting, but after riding for 3 hours and spending $230 US, it would have been nice to have an interpretor or someone who would go through the area to explain things from the Aboriginal perspective. We did stop at a cultural center for an hour later, but again, there was nobody to explain things. There were pictures and printed explanations, but it was very impersonal.
Written November 15, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Jess K
Thank you very much for your feedback. I'll pass this on to our product & operations team. Jess from AAT Kings
Written December 1, 2022
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Nehal B
1 contribution
Great- but not for young families
Gary was fabulous, he dropped off our water bottle after a 14 hr day! We really appreciated that! Thanks Garry, you had kind friendly personality hard keeping 30+people on time!

The tour itself for us as a young family probably wasn’t the best choice. We spent majority time on the bus. We should have chosen a more interactive tour, maybe meeting with elders, Community and real life experiences. For sightseeing in the comforts of a bus it checks all the box’s.

The river boat add on, was great our tour guide on the boat was very knowledgeable and a great personality. I wish caught his name! Next time we will try the flight tour. I wish I knew about that before, looked fabulous!
Written November 4, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Jess K
Thank you very much for your feedback. I'll pass this on to our product & operations team. Jess from AAT Kings
Written December 1, 2022
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
David and Jacquie
Broken Hill, Australia435 contributions
Amazing
Well organised, great tour. We did the 4 day Kakadu and Arnhem Land. Amazing- a must do. We saw so much and learned a lot. Beautiful scenery, comfortable transport and accommodation and the local indigenous tour companies offered really good quality tours on the country.
Written October 11, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
PMQuestions
North Yorkshire, UK31,348 contributions
Long day, much enjoyed
First off -it’s a long day! 14 hours from pick up to drop off. Rock art, river cruise, and cultural centre all expertly managed by Warwick. We had an “incident” with someone wandering off at the rock art site, his efforts and concerns were first rate. The day was well managed thereafter around the lost time to get everything in and it never felt rushed.

Comfortable coach and First class lunch too! It’s a stretch to scratch the surface of this vast area but if you only have a day then this is definitely worth doing
Written September 19, 2022
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Helen
4 contributions
Katadu day tour with AAT Kings, very good experience.
Aug 2022
Well organised day trip, very good guide driver, (Mel and Warwick) making efforts to make long travel time more interesting and informative. Lunch is good, plenty to eat and tasty. We love it. This is our first time travelling with AAT Kings. We certainly will come back.
Written September 2, 2022
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Leanne B
Perth, Australia171 contributions
Kakadu Day Experience
Aug 2022
This is definitely a great one day trip for anyone visiting Darwin and wanting to see as much as possible in say a week. The coach has several pick-up points very early in the morning before hitting the highway. We saw an amazing sunrise on our travels.
We passed through Humpty Doo which is home to the boxing crocodile 😁 before stopping for coffee at Corroboree Park Tavern and it was really good coffee.
Drove for a couple hours to arrive at the Gunwarrdehwarrde Lookout. This is a 1km loop to the top of the lookout and there are indigenous cave paintings on the rocks plus some of the areas reminded me of Picnic at Hanging Rock.
From here we drove to Cooinda and had lunch at Mimis Restaurant- awesome feed and very fresh salads. Our final activity was the Yellow Water Billabong Cruise (check out my separate review on that).
There's also an opportunity for anyone interested in doing a 50 min scenic flight if there are any spaces available - the friends we travelled with thoroughly recommended it.
Drive home is about 2 to 2.5 hours and most people would be back at their hotels by 8pm
Written August 31, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Sam H
Greater Melbourne, Australia36 contributions
Stunning Kakadu- we are a truly lucky country
Aug 2022 • Couples
This tour has been the absolute highlight of our time in Kimberley and Darwin. Kakadu is breathtaking: a truly spiritual place. Mel was a great tour leader- knowledgeable, articulate and efficient in ensuring everything ran smoothly. The Yellow Waters Tour was fabulous and Matt was not only highly entertaining but clearly so passionate about Kakadu. If you get the opportunity for the optional extra of the flight over Kakadu- do it; it is brilliant.
Written August 25, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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