3 Day Kakadu & Katherine Gorge Tours
Green Season

DAY 1- DEPART DARWIN 7AM- UBIRR or NOURLANGIE ROCK, ABORIGINAL ROCK ART, ARNHEMLAND LOOKOUT, WETLAND CRUISE

Kakadu Scenic Flight option

We pick you up from your Darwin accommodation around 7.30am, then head directly towards Kakadu this morning along the Arnhem Highway. Our first stop in Kakadu is the main visitor entry point, the Bowali Centre. We spend some time here having a brief look around as your first real introduction to Kakadu National Park. After the Bowali centre  we travel to one of Kakadu’s most renowned Aboriginal cultural heritage sites, either Nourlangie or Ubirr Rock (Depending on seasonal access). While at the cultural sites we lead you on an intriguing cultural expedition through ancient occupational shelters while viewing rock art that documents our Aboriginal culture and lifestyles spanning tens of thousands of years. After our cultural journey, we climb to a stunning lookout to witness a typically inspiring Kakadu panorama over the expansive Arnhem Land Plateau. Soon afterwards we head to the Cooinda area where you board your Yellow Water cruise. This is an iconic Kakadu experience that introduces you to the beautiful Kakadu wetlands and all the wildlife and birds that call this home. After your cruise we transfer you to your overnight accommodation close by for some relaxation before dinner.

We provide fresh healthy lunches, however while staying in hotel style accommodation you are required to purchase your own dinners and breakfasts. (Unless otherwise stated)

DAY 2- ARNHEM LAND PLATEAU, REMOTE STONE COUNTRY & WATERFALLS

After an early breakfast we travel to a lesser known area of Kakadu and venture into the remote and rugged Arnhem Land stone country. A short 4WD adventure, followed by an invigorating hike, leads us to some of Kakadu’s famously diverse habitats. Woodlands  and monsoon forests that spring to life after our wet season rains, displaying seasonal waterfalls and lush vegetation. While in this lesser visited and more remote area of Kakadu, we take time for a more secluded, refreshing swim. After our swim we return hike for a well-earned picnic lunch before heading to tonight’s accommodation Closer to Katherine Gorge.

DAY 3- KATHERINE GORGE

This morning, immediately after breakfast, we head directly into Katherine Gorge. Upon arrival at the gorge we board our boat for a cruise  through this complex gorge system. Katherine Gorge comprises of thirteen gorges in total, our time here allows us to cruise the first two gorges. The gorges, with an average height of around 180 meters, make for a spectacular cruise upstream. Both gorges are different in shape and atmosphere and an overall exhilarating and tranquil experience. There are clean sandy beaches, crystal clear water with an abundance of bird life, fish and freshwater crocodiles. After returning from our gorge cruise we have some much appreciated lunch then travel north along the Stuart Highway back to Darwin. We have you back to your accommodation in Darwin around 5.30pm, with time to reflect on your Charter North “Top End” experience.

At Charter North 4WD Safaris, we know how important a healthy, balanced diet is for your well-being, and just because our tours are remote that does not mean that you will have to compromise your diet for the duration of your trip. Many of our tour guests still attribute camping to sausages and bread, but thankfully these days are over. At Charter North, we provide freshly prepared meals incorporating all food groups at breakfast, lunch & dinner. In between meals, there will be plenty of healthy snacks to top up energy levels during our activity packed tour days. Ample cool storage space in our tour trailers allows us to carry lots of fresh vegetables & fruits along with all other ingredients for our wholesome meals. All of our guides are great camp fire cooks and you will be surprised at the variety of meals they prepare for you. We cater for a range of diets (vegetarian, gluten free etc.).

Please note: On our accommodated tours, if staying in hotel style accommodation, we may not be able to prepare breakfasts and dinners for you which will be available on site. If this is the case, we will let you know through the booking process.

What our tour guests say about our food:

“The day was always started with a fresh cup of percolated coffee and a spread of cereals, breads, fresh fruit and when time permitted damper, eggs and bacon, often with an open fire. We were all surprised at the quality and variety of food prepared; Fresh, organic, delicious and plenty thereof, always thinking of the environment in our use of the camping area, roads and bush.”

“We fully expected 3 nights of BBQ sausage in rolls so it was fantastic to get a really delicious home-cooked meal every evening, from stir fries to homemade pasta sauces. Plenty of snacks and a hearty breakfast (and espresso coffee… no international roast here!) set us up for the day.”

“I was expecting 8 nights of BBQ’ed sausages, but we ended up with everything from stir fries to tacos to pasta, all cooked on an open fire. So the dinners were great, and it would be remiss of me not to mention Alina’s muesli and GT’s coffee, which got the mornings off to a great start.”

“The food was great & all meals other than lunch were cooked over the fire. We enjoyed freshly brewed coffee and cooked breakfasts (eggs and bacon; jaffles); bread cooked in the camp oven (including damper; multigrain and a banana bread); Bbqs, curries, pasta and stir fries for dinner and plenty of chocolate and marshmallows for toasting over the fire while star gazing.”

(Quotes from our 2017/18 TripAdvisor reviews)

At Charter North 4WD Safaris, our guests’ safety, comfort and well-being always comes first. Through a number of mechanism, we ensure that you are well looked after, well informed and getting the most out of your valuable holiday at all times. After all, a holiday should be relaxing and enjoyable, and you are in the right hands with Charter North.

Our Tour Guides

All of our tour guides have many years of experience and comprehensive knowledge of our tour destinations. They are personable, responsible and approachable and will ensure that you truly experience and learn about your chosen destination, not just see it. Our guides are accredited, trained in remote first aid and most importantly passionate about their work, people and the environment.

Our tour vehicles & trailers

Charter North’s tour vehicles and trailers are suited to the sometimes rough and often challenging conditions characteristic of our tour destinations, and are equipped with the latest safety features and emergency communications. Our modern luxury 4wds are the most comfortable available in the market, and fitted with upgraded suspension to “smoothen out the ride” even further. They are fitted with air-conditioning and curtain airbags throughout, and designed for quiet acoustics allowing you to converse freely. All vehicles and trailers are serviced and maintained to the highest standards and beyond recommended service intervals to minimise any risk of mechanical issues on tour.

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