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Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls Day Trip Escape from Darwin

Activity Duration (13 hours)
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Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls Day Trip Escape from Darwin
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Take a cruise through Katherine Gorge and spend the day exploring Edith Falls on this day trip from Darwin.

What you'll do

Nitmiluk National Park, formerly known as Katherine Gorge National Park, is one of the Top End's most breathtaking destinations. However, the 7-hour round trip from Darwin makes it a challenging drive. Leave the navigation to your accredited Outback driver/guide on this low-stress package. This package includes a cruise between the glowing sandstone walls of Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge and a guided bush walk (fitness permitting) to the tumbling Edith Falls cascades.

What is included?

  • A boat cruise through Katherine Gorge
  • Guided bush walks (1-2km, subject to fitness level)
  • Hosted by an accredited outback driver guide
  • Comprehensive local tour commentary
  • Air-conditioned comfortable mid-sized coach travel
  • Entry/Admission - Nitmiluk National Park
  • Entry/Admission - Nitmiluk Gorge
  • Entry/Admission - Edith Falls

What is not included?

  • Meals not included. Guests will have an opportunity to support locals and buy lunch along the way.
  • Hotel transfers pre/post tour itinerary to a nominated pickup point.

Additional Information

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • A minimum moderate level of fitness is required to complete the walks.
  • Child policy 6 years old and over, not suitable for children 5 years old and under.
  • This itinerary may vary to adapt to seasonal changes and occasionally spots in the parks close or do not allow swimming. As safety is our top priority we plan accordingly to ensure our guests have the most fun and best experience possible while on tour.
  • Please ensure you have checked the average temperatures for the time of year you are travelling and have packed adequate clothing.
  • Prior to booking, we strongly recommend guests purchase travel insurance.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 travelers

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GoFlyKite River Tour
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Itinerary

Darwin National Park Adventures Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do

Explore the full itinerary for Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls Day Trip Escape from Darwin in Darwin, Australia. This national park adventures experience includes 6 stops over 1 day. Duration: 13 hours. Activity level: Extreme.

No meal included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Here is the starting point

Darwin
1

Darwin

Stop: 60 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Darwin

We depart Darwin's inner-city early, so we can make the most of our time exploring the Nitmiluk National Park and surrounding areas onboard our Katherine Gorge & Edith Falls day trip.

2

Adelaide River

Stop: 60 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
3

Nitmiluk National Park

Stop: 2 hours ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Nitmiluk National Park

Discover the endemic flora and fauna of this fascinating region of the Northern Territory with your guide's historical and cultural commentary as we journey through Nitmiluk National Park. The Katherine River and Edith Falls are two of the most famous attractions in this region

4

Nitmiluk Gorge

Stop: 3 hours ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Nitmiluk Gorge

There is no better way to experience Katherine Gorge (Nitmiluk) than with the NitNit Dreaming boat cruise. On the NitNit Dreaming cruise, you will travel through the middle of cliff faces 70m high as the sun's natural lighting changes the colours of the landscape and rock formations as you travel through the gorge.

5

Edith Falls

Stop: 3 hours ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Edith Falls

Edith Falls (Leliyn), with its huge natural plunge pool, is a great place to take a refreshing dip or simply relax and enjoy your surroundings. (*swimming is subject to seasonality) Views over the escapement can be seen from several lookout points along the walk

6

Darwin

Stop: 2 hours ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Darwin

After enjoying an action-packed day of natural beauty, we slowly make our way back to Darwin arriving sometime between 7:30pm and 8:00pm.

This concludes the tour.

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