3 Day 4WD Kakadu and Litchfield Tour
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Embark on an epic adventure with Real Aussie Adventures! Join us on our 3-day Kakadu and Litchfield tour and experience the wonders of Australia’s Top End. Get up close and personal with breathtaking waterfalls, ancient rock formations, and unique wildlife. It’s time to pack your bags, grab your friends, and get ready for the trip of a lifetime! Book now and make unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime.
Get ready to witness history come alive in Kakadu National Park! Explore ancient indigenous rock art that dates back 20,000 years at Nourlangie and Ubirr. Cool off in pristine waterholes at Litchfield National Park, and learn why termites build such massive mounds in the Northern Territory.
But that’s not all! Hop on board the Mary River Wetlands wildlife cruise and keep your eyes peeled for some of the amazing wildlife that call Kakadu home – from majestic birds to fearsome crocodiles! Get ready for an unforgettable journey into the heart of Australia’s Top End!
Hop aboard our custom-made 4WD and hit the road to Kakadu National Park. Want to take your camping game up a notch? Sleep under the stars in a cozy swag, or upgrade to a Twin Share Safari Tent for ultimate comfort in the great outdoors. The choice is yours!
This tour operates in the dry season from May to October.
Explore the ‘Top End’ on this camping 3 day Kakadu and Litchfield National Park tour.
3 Day Kakadu to Litchfield 4WD Camping - Bush Swag
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Itinerary
Start your adventure by departing from Darwin and head out to the Wetlands Region for a Crocodile & Wildlife Cruise on the Mary River Wetlands, a great opportunity to spot a huge range of Top End birdlife, not to mention some fresh and salty apex predators… crocodiles!
We journey on to Kakadu National Park visiting the Bowali Visitor Centre which offers a beautiful introduction to the Park’s landscape and wildlife. After some relaxation at camp, we journey north to *Cahills Crossing on the border of Kakadu and Arnhem Land. We will visit one of the best-preserved collections of Aboriginal Rock Art in the world at Ubirr rock upon sunset. This incredibly significant site showcases many styles of Rock Art and allows us to climb up high for a sunset that will blow you away looking out over the Nadab Floodplain. After a big day, we head back to our cozy camp and prepare dinner together, enjoying an evening with our fellow travellers.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accom: Jabiru Campground – Permanent Safari Tents or Bush Swags (communal bathroom facilities)
Driving Distance: 420km
Hike Distance and Grading: 1km loop Grade 3, flat pathways and a gradual climb up a rock face to the vantage point on top. Requires a minimum moderate fitness and mobility.
We rise and shine early on day 2 and make our way South to Kakadu National Park. Today we’ll spend the day soaking up the spectacular natural beauty of the area, hiking through lush monsoon rainforests, swimming in pristine plunge pools and waterfalls surrounded by steep escarpments and rocky cliffs.
We generally visit Twin Falls or Jim Jim Falls when seasonally accessible, alternatively, we will stop in at Barramundi Gorge (Maguk) or other waterfalls such as Yurmikmik (Motor Car Falls). There are many factors affecting accessibility although your guide will ensure you get the best experience possible.
Time permitting, we stop at Nourlangie Rock, another indigenous rock art site where archaeologists have uncovered works dating back over 20,000 years old. We explore the evolving social, cultural and environmental changes to the area over time before making our way back to camp for a hearty dinner and a well-earned rest.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accom: Jabiru Campground – Permanent Tents or Bush Swags (communal bathroom facilities)
Driving Distance: 150km
Hike Distance and Grading: 1.5km – 4km Grade 6
Travelling south through Pine Creek, a small pioneering town in the Katherine region outside of Kakadu National Park, famous for its discovery of gold in the 1970’s. We stop for a quick refreshment break at the Adelaide River before our journey leads us to Litchfield National Park.
We spend the afternoon immersed in Litchfield’s natural oasis of waterfalls, spring-fed streams and rugged sandstone escarpments. We’ll spend time in any combination of Buley Rockholes, Wangi Falls or Florence Falls for a refreshing soak in picturesque rock holes and waterfalls.
Discover the uniquely impressive Magnetic and Cathedral Termite Mounds before making our way back to Darwin, arriving back to your accommodation at approximately 7:00pm.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Driving Distance: 500km
Hike Distance and Grading: 1 – 2 km Grade 2-3
- Visit the World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park
- Explore Kakadu Aboriginal Cultural Centre
- Take a Wildlife Cruise on the Mary River Wetlands
- Watch for Crocs and Barramundi at *Cahills Crossing
- Breathtaking Aboriginal rock art and sunset views at Ubirr Rock
- Be guided through world-class Aboriginal rock art site Burrungkuy (Nourlangie) or Ubirr walk (conditions/seasonality permitting)
- Adventure to Kakadu’s most impressive waterfalls and plunge pools Maguk, or Jim Jim Falls
- Relax and cool off at Barramundi Gorge (Maguk) waterfall and serene plunge pool
- Be impressed by century-old magnetic termite mounds
- Uncover the wonder of Litchfield National Park’s roaring waterfalls and hidden waterholes
- Take a dip in the pool
Essential things to pack
- 3L Refillable water bottle
- Hat, sunglasses & sunscreen
- Beach towel & toiletries
- Bathers or swimwear
- Comfortable sturdy hiking shoes (closed shoes)
- All-weather clothing (extreme conditions day/night)
- 15kg overnight bag & small day pack
- Tropical strength insect repellent
- Mosquito or fly net (summer months)
- Flashlight, headlamp or torch
- Recharge power bank limited access
- Money for snack and meals
- Camera
Important Booking Info
- Safari is not suitable for children under 8 years of age.
- We will try to cater for most dietary needs and/or food allergies – passengers MUST notify the tour operator of any special dietary requirements, or medical conditions at the time of booking.
- A minimum moderate level of fitness is required to complete the walks. The length of walks will be between 2km to 4km each day, often over steep rocky sections and in direct sunlight and high humidity. An approximate 9.5km walk is included in this tour. Embarking on walks will be at the guide’s discretion to ensure the safety of guests. Therefore, a medium/high level of fitness is required and a doctor’s certificate is required for people over 70 years (30-days prior to travel).
- Limited storage space on our vehicle, baggage kept to 1 x 15kg travel bag, 1 x 5kg day bag. Not suitable for mobility-impaired travellers, wheelchairs, walkers or strollers.
- Basic Swag booking guaranteed live availability. If you prefer more comfort camping on this tour, click here to book the Twin Safari Tent option: 3 Day Kakadu and Litchfield Tour Safari Tent
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Your accommodation is sleeping in a basic swag. The only stars are in the sky. this is linked live for booking here on the tour page.
Or you can upgrade to our Twin share Safari Tent. Book here Twin Share Safari Tents.
Our tours are active adventures that include a fair amount of walking, hiking and water-based activities. Walks can extend to 4 hours duration in warm to hot conditions, so a reasonable level of fitness is required, We don’t expressly set any age restrictions. Our tours are true outback adventure camping. Good health is important but ultimately, it is an open and positive attitude that matters. It is very important that any pre-existing medical conditions are discussed before booking.
Our tours are focused on adventure. This includes 4WD vehicles on rough and rugged dirt tracks, longer hikes and swims. You will get dirty and be challenged. This is not a luxury bus tour.
You can bring up to 15kg of luggage to be stored in our trailer while traveling, we advise you to bring a day pack for access to day-to-day items.
You will be in a 4 x 4 off-road 21-seater vehicle on tour. This is a 4WD vechile.