3-Day Kakadu & Litchfield 4WD Camping Adventure from Darwin
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72 hours
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Join us on an exclusive 4WD safari adventure of a lifetime showcasing the best Kakadu National Park and Litchfield National Park has to offer. Discover some of the oldest and best-preserved Aboriginal Rock Art in the world, and keep a lookout for some of our prehistoric friends (crocodiles) as we cruise the ancient wetlands by boat. Visit spectacular waterfalls and cool off in some of the most beautiful natural plunge pools imaginable. Explore Barramundi Gorge (Maguk), or similar access dependant, Kakadu's most impressive waterfalls. Uncover Litchfield National Park’s roaring waterfalls and hidden waterholes such as Florence Falls, Buley Rockhole, or Wangi Falls. This tour will take you on a journey through some truly spectacular landscapes, amongst pockets of rainforest rich with endemic species of wildlife and flora.
We provide two different sleeping options at our permanent campsites, with twin shared safari tents or a traditional bush swag experience. (canvas-covered bedroll).
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Prior to booking, we strongly recommend guests purchase personal travel insurance.
A minimum moderate to advanced level of fitness is required to complete the walks. 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).
The tour operator must be notified of any known medical conditions at the time of booking. This is a very physical tour and requires a moderate level of fitness and mobility.
While we endeavour to cater to most dietary needs, passengers must advise dietary requirements to their booking agent at the time of booking. As we are venturing to remote areas we are very limited in what we can source once the tour departs, therefore prior notice is required.
Children aged between 8 to 17 years old must be accompanied by an adult or legal guardian at all times. Not suitable for infants or children 7 years and under, due to safety requirements and the level of fitness required to complete the walks.
Please ensure you have checked the average temperatures for the time of year you are travelling and have packed adequate clothing.
Please advise at time of booking whether you require a hire of a sleeping bag?
Guests are asked to participate in the preparation of meals, clean up and vehicle unpacking/loading, so everyone can relax together after a long day of touring. It’s also a great way to get to know and connect with your fellow travellers.
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
What‘s Included
Billabong Wetlands River Cruise ticket
Accredited outback driver guide
Kakadu National Parks pass included
Guided bush walks (up to 3km, grade 2-4)
On board drinking water (please provide your own bottle)
Any meal, not indicated within the itinerary. Snacks are limited in the outback for special diets.
Hotel transfers pre/post tour itinerary to a nominated pickup point.
Expenses for personal items, snacks, beverages, and souvenirs
What To Expect
Darwin to Kakadu National Park
Accommodations
Staying at Aurora Campground (Jabiru) - permanent campsite with 2 fare options: a) Twin Share Tents b) Bush Single Swag
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Kakadu National Park
Start your adventure by departing from Darwin and heading out to the Mary River Wetlands region onboard the Corroboree Billabong Wetland Cruise. A great opportunity to spot a huge range of Top End birdlife, not to mention some 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 will 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 private camp and prepare dinner together, enjoying an evening with our fellow travellers.
Kakadu Waterfalls & Plunge Pools
Accommodations
Staying at Aurora Campground (Jabiru) - permanent campsite with 2 fare options: a) Twin Share Tents b) Bush Single Swag
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Kakadu National Park
We rise and shine early on day 2 and make our way south into Kakadu NP. Today we’ll spend the day soaking up the spectacular natural beauty of the area, hiking through monsoon rainforests, and swimming in pristine plunge pools and waterfalls surrounded by steep escarpments and rocky cliffs. We aim to visit one or more of the available waterfalls depending on the group's physical ability to complete the hike(s). This can include any of the following: Motor Car Falls, Moline Rockhole, Maguk (Barramundi Gorge), or Jim Jim Falls. Time permitting, we stop at Burrungkuy (Nourlangie Rock), another indigenous rock art sites dating back over 20,000 years old. We explore the evolving social, cultural and environmental changes to the area over time before heading back to camp for dinner and a well-earned rest. 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 moderate fitness and mobility.
Litchfield National Park to Darwin
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
Litchfield National Park
An exciting day awaits as we head out of Kakadu National Park and travel towards Litchfield National Park. We will 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 at your accommodation at approximately 7:00pm. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Driving Distance: 500km Hike Distance and Grading: 1 - 2 km Grade 2-3
Options
Basic Single Swag [KC3-B]
Basic Single Swag: Guests sleep under the stars on the ground, in a self-contained canvas-covered bush bed roll with a camp mattress (sleeps 1)
Camping Style: Enjoy a true outback camping experience, with communal campground shared showers & toilet facilities and an unpowered site.
Duration: 3 days: 3 Days / 2 Nights Outback Camping Experience
Meals Included: 2 x breakfasts, 3 x lunches, 2 x dinners. Prepared by our guide, guests are asked to participate in preparation of the meals.
Touring Route: Starts: Darwin around 6:30am
Finishes: Darwin around 19:00pm
4WD Off-Road Outback Vehicle: All-terrain 4x4 mini-coach, comfortable seating, designed to go off-road and explore more of outback Central Australia.
Optional Swag Extras: Sleeping bags can be hired from us onboard for $40 AUD. This includes cleaning costs. You are can bring your own.
Twin Share Safari Tent [KC3-S]
Twin Share Safari Tent: Guests sleep in permanent tented campsite, twin beds with mattress, bed linen supplied protected from the elements (sleeps 2)
Camping Style: Enjoy a true outback camping experience, with communal campground shared showers & toilet facilities and an unpowered site.
Duration: 3 days: 3 Days / 2 Nights Outback Camping Experience
Meals Included: 2 x breakfasts, 3 x lunches, 2 x dinners. Prepared by our guide, guests are asked to participate in preparation of the meals.
Touring Route: Starts: Darwin around 6:30am
Finishes: Darwin around 19:00pm
4WD Off-Road Outback Vehicle: All-terrain 4x4 mini-coach, comfortable seating, designed to go off-road and explore more of outback Central Australia.
Solo Traveller Bookings: Travelers booking separately in a Safari Tent Twin Share are paired with another solo person, if possible of the same gender.
Reviews
64 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
3-Day Kakadu & Litchfield 4WD Camping Adventure from Darwin
Deirdre S,
Aug 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had an exceptional action packed 3 day tour with our wonderful, extremely knowledgable guide Aaron. His happy friendly demeanour and indigenous knowledge was fantastic. The tour to Kakadu and Litchfield National parks was more than we had expected with visits to the most amazing indigenous cultural sites. Aaron’s knowledge provided the background information needed to get the most out of those visits. We didn’t want the tour to end. We certainly can recommend this fantastic tour.
Camping in the outback
cacobbold,
Jul 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00This is a proper camping adventure. Sleeping under the stars in swag bags,communal cooking, swimming in plunge pools under waterfalls, climbing hills to watch amazing sunsets. As well as the sort of attractions one won’t see outside of Australia - such as crocodiles, giant termite mounds and aboriginal rock art. And with an excellent guide in Tim who was attentive, relaxed and made us all feel like one big family
Camping at the Top End
HISASHI U,
May 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was a journey in a harsh environment beyond my wildest dreams, but thanks to the kindness of my guide and tour mates I was able to complete it. It was an experience I will always remember. I think you need a certain amount of sociability and openness in a good way when you participate.
A great trip, with...
Henry W,
May 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00A great trip, with special thanks to our guide Dani who, when not rustling up delicious meals, shared with us her wealth of knowledge of indigenous culture.
Kakadu experience of a lifetime
Kerry F,
Nov 3, 2024
- Viator
5.00Our guide Ethan was fab, knowledgeable, helpful and charismatic. We are glad we booked an organised trip to take you to the best sights and keep safe. It was early starts but we packed so much into 3 days with additional time to relax at base camp. Due to the time of year (the build up) we all had enough space in the tents and we had a friendly group who helped out across the chores. Great experience on billabongs, swimholes, waterfalls, rock art and cultural places. Fab times, thankyou.
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