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Kakadu, Katherine & Litchfield Explorer
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Start
Darwin, Australia
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Darwin, Australia
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Trip Code
PZRK
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - 16
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Physical Rating
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Meals
3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
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Transport
Private vehicle
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Accommodation
Semi-permanent tents with shared facilities (2 nights), Safari Tents with shared facilities (1 night)
From £924(4 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
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Explore some of Litchfield National Park’s magical waterfalls, including Wangi Falls and Florence Falls, and swim in their refreshing natural plunge pools.
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Gain insight into the First Nations customs and traditions of the Northern Coast Wetland region on a Culture Ecological Experience.
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Tour through time and see incredible examples of First Nations rock art on short walks in Ubirr and Burrungkuy (Nourlangie).
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Choose to go on an optional Indigenous-owned cruise through the Yellow Water Billabong within Kakadu National Pak.
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Admire the sculpted sandstone of Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge on either a guided walk or on a cruise along the Katherine River.
Is this trip right for you?
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Your accommodation on this trip is at private semi-permanent tented campsites. However, this isn't the most basic camping experience, as you'll have stretcher beds to sleep on. Please bring your own sleeping bag. Alternatively you can hire a sleeping bag at an additional cost. Please ask your booking agent to request a sleeping bag for you if you like to take advantage of this option. Please note that winter nights can get cool, however during the warmer months a sleeping bag liner may be sufficient. Please take into consideration the weather and the season in which you are travelling. Facilities are shared with other nearby campsites, including toilets and shower blocks, which are a short walk from where we camp.
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On some days of the trip, you’ll spend many hours driving through very sparse areas of Australia. Sit back and enjoy landscapes that you would miss in any other form of travel. Think of it as a great way to get to know your fellow travellers. The drive days can be long, but it’s as much about the journey as the destination, and half the fun is the camaraderie.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves a lot of walking, allowing you to truly enjoy the surrounding nature. Some hikes are longer and more challenging than others. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes and comfortable clothing.
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Group participation makes up a lot of this trip, so you'll be required to help with the preparation of meals and cleaning up. These are the kind of tasks that bring a group closer together.
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Temperatures in the Top End can be extreme. During the day the weather can be hot (and the Australian sun is strong) so please bring appropriate clothing, use sun protection and drink plenty of water. In the evenings temperatures really drop, so ensure you have base layers and warm clothing.
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Your accommodation on this trip is at private semi-permanent tented campsites. However, this isn't the most basic camping experience, as you'll have stretcher beds to sleep on. Please bring your own sleeping bag. Alternatively you can hire a sleeping bag at an additional cost. Please ask your booking agent to request a sleeping bag for you if you like to take advantage of this option. Please note that winter nights can get cool, however during the warmer months a sleeping bag liner may be sufficient. Please take into consideration the weather and the season in which you are travelling. Facilities are shared with other nearby campsites, including toilets and shower blocks, which are a short walk from where we camp.
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On some days of the trip, you’ll spend many hours driving through very sparse areas of Australia. Sit back and enjoy landscapes that you would miss in any other form of travel. Think of it as a great way to get to know your fellow travellers. The drive days can be long, but it’s as much about the journey as the destination, and half the fun is the camaraderie.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves a lot of walking, allowing you to truly enjoy the surrounding nature. Some hikes are longer and more challenging than others. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes and comfortable clothing.
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Group participation makes up a lot of this trip, so you'll be required to help with the preparation of meals and cleaning up. These are the kind of tasks that bring a group closer together.
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Temperatures in the Top End can be extreme. During the day the weather can be hot (and the Australian sun is strong) so please bring appropriate clothing, use sun protection and drink plenty of water. In the evenings temperatures really drop, so ensure you have base layers and warm clothing.
Itinerary
Striking natural colour and proud First Nations culture combine in the Northern Territory
Get a taste of the Top End’s natural wonders on this four-day adventure. Chase the many magnificent waterfalls at Litchfield National Park and be drawn to the 2 m tall Magnetic Termine Mounds – an iconic feature of Northern Territory’s landscape. Learn from the traditional owners of the land at Kakadu National Park, and marvel at examples of First Nations rock art at Ubirr and Burrungkuy (Nourlangie). Wind your way through the staggering sandstone of Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge – the reds of the soil and orange of the sunsets will leave you with a lasting impression of the Territory’s beauty and biodiversity.
- DAY 1Day 1 • Darwin / Litchfield National Park / Mary River
- DAY 2Day 2 • Kakadu National Park
- DAY 3Day 3 • Kakadu National Park / Nitmiluk National Park / Katherine
- DAY 4Day 4 • Nitmiluk National Park / Katherine / Darwin
Inclusions
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3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
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Private vehicle
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Semi-permanent tents with shared facilities (2 nights), Safari Tents with shared facilities (1 night)
festival Included activities
circleLambells Lagoon - Pudakul Aboriginal Ecological Experience
circleLitchfield National Park - Magnetic Termite Mounds
circleLitchfield National Park - Florence Falls
circleLitchfield National Park - Wangi Falls Loop Walk & Swim
circleKakadu National Park - Nourlangie Rock Art Site Walk
circleKakadu National Park - Ubirr Rock Art Site Walk
circleKakadu National Park - Cahills Crossing
circleNitmiluk National Park - Leliyn (Edith Falls) Upper Circuit Walk & Swim
circleKatherine - Hot Springs
museum Optional activities
circleKakadu National Park - Yellow Water Cruise - AUD145
circleNitmiluk National Park - Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge walk - Free
circleNitmiluk National Park - NitNit Dreaming 2 Gorge Cruise - AUD130
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Saturday Aug 30, 2025
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Trip size max: 16 - Sold Out
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Saturday Sep 13, 2025
Trip size max: 16 - 16 spaces left
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£941
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Saturday Oct 18, 2025
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Saturday Oct 25, 2025
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£930
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Tuesday May 05, 2026
Trip size max: 16 - 14 spaces left
£935
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Saturday May 09, 2026
Tuesday May 12, 2026
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Saturday May 23, 2026
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Important notes
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START & END POINT LOCATION & TIME
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The trip commences in Darwin on Day 1 at 7:00 am. It is very important that you are on time as we will be departing right away and are unable to delay our departure. We recommend you arrive a day prior to your trip. The trip finishes back in Darwin on the final day (Day 4) at approximately 6pm. Onward travel should be booked for the following day.
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CAMPING
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Accommodation on this trip is at private semi-permanent tented campsites. Tents are twin-share, unless a single supplement has been purchased. You'll have stretcher beds to sleep on and pillows are provided. Please bring your own sleeping bag, or alternatively you can hire a sleeping bag at an additional cost. Please ask your booking agent to request a sleeping bag for you if you like to take advantage of this option. Please note that facilities are shared with other nearby campsites, including toilets and shower blocks, which are a short walk from where we camp.
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SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
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Tents on this trip are twin-share. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a tent on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information. Please note that all tents have single beds. No double beds are available.
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SLEEPING BAG
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A sleeping bag is recommended for this trip. Please bring your own or request to hire one through us at the time of booking (additional cost). Please note that winter nights can get cool, however during the warmer months a sleeping bag liner may be sufficient. Please take into consideration the weather and the season in which you are travelling.
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LONG TRAVELLING DAYS & EARLY MORNINGS
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This trip involves some early mornings and long travelling days. Please see the daily itinerary for more information. Please consider the weather when you are thinking of travelling and ensure you and your family are well hydrated in the tropical heat.
Reviews (39)
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Trish
Aug 12, 2025
We did a four-day Kakadu, Katherine & Litchfield Explorer in August 2025. This was our first Intrepid trip and definite won’t be our last. Excellent all round with a great guide, Sean O’Loughlin, and superb destinations! First visit to the Northern Territory - what an exceptional place! Recommend this trip 100%!
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Kelly
Aug 12, 2025
There is so much to see in the top end and this tour is a short and sweet introduction. It was well organized and packed in lots of activities. The campsites are very comfortable. There is a good amount of driving which provides time to enjoy the vast and beautiful landscape.
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Peggy
Aug 07, 2025
Excellent way to get to know the Northern Territory. Every day feels like 3 days, because there's so much to see and to explore. Astonishing landscapes and a fascinating culture.
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Jen
Aug 05, 2025
I have done a few trips with Intrepid now. I always come home feeling that l have had a fantastic experience. More knowledgeable, always a with a great tour guide. I will continue to use Intrepid for my future destinations. Thankyou once again Intrepid.
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Alissa
Aug 04, 2025
I was lucky enough to take two wonderful group tours through Australia with Intrepid. They were my very first group tours, and I was quite nervous beforehand. But it was an incredible experience! I had amazing people in my group, and the group size was perfect! On the two tours, I met a total of three group leaders. Each of them was incredibly great and kind! I recommend a group tour with Intrepid to everyone!
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Antony
Jul 17, 2025
The Kakadu, Katherin and Litchfield Explorer trip was great. We really got a feel for the countryside, animal life and the aboriginal culture. We saw lots and our guide ensured it was a fun and informative adventure.
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Kathy
Jul 17, 2025
Had a great time with our amazing guide Betty.
Everyone was made to feel welcome and we became more like a family than a tour group.
Tour had just the right amount of travel, exercise, rest and relaxation
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Kirsty
Jul 16, 2025
Really just a perfect holiday! We had a stupendous leader (Betty), great activities and incredible scenery. 12/10 stars!
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Toni
Jul 13, 2025
Awesome trip! Sean is a great guide.
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William
Jun 26, 2025
This was a superb trip, a great way to experience the region that take in waterfalls, natural swimming pools, billabongs full of wildlife, Aboriginal rock art and culture, wacky termite mounds, and that offer some stunning elevated views of the landscape as well. The group dynamic created by our superb guide made it feel as though we were travelling with old friends and not just fellow guests on a tour. It was an unforgettable experience.