Katherine Gorge Flight from Darwin, with Cruise and Heli Scenic
Overview
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8 hours
Mobile ticket
With a true departure from the ordinary, your journey will begin with an amazing aircraft flight south to the breath-taking Katherine Gorge. You will fly over the rugged Aussie Outback, including Adelaide River and Pine Creek. After landing at Australia's top gun facility you will take a short drive to the gorges.
The highlights continue with a helicopter flight taking you to hard-to-reach gorges that are as stunning as they are remote. This life-changing experience culminates with an awe-inspiring 2-hour boat cruise through the gorge, where you will be able to take in every remarkable aspect of the Katherine Gorge and understand its cultural heritage. Take a moment to relax before once again boarding a plane and returning to Darwin.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum of two adults for the tour to proceed.
Infants (0-2 years inclusive) are free, however seating cannot be guaranteed and infants may have to sit on the parents lap if seating is not available.
Total duration includes travel time.
What To Expect
Northern Territory
0630 Arrive at Kookaburra Air and get ready for your adventure!
Katherine
0645 Depart Darwin on your scenic flight to Katherine
Options
Katherine Gorge Fly, Helicopter & Cruise Tour From Darwin
Duration: 6 hours aircraft, Helicopter & car
What‘s Included
Boat Cruise
Scenic Flight
Bottled water
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Window Seat
Fixed-wing Aircraft
13 Gorges Helicopter Flight
Free Parking
Food and Drink
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
11 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
An exhilarating day out
Julie M,Jul 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00From the moment you board the light plane, to cruising down the Katherine Gorge, to the helicopter flight over the gorge it is exhilarating made all the better by Jake our pilot from Kookaburra Air.
Katherine Gorge
Terry T,Apr 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great trip, well organized, beautiful scenery, our pilot Jake was informative and very knowledgeable about the area
Outstanding day
Melissa K,Mar 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fab flight with Jacob. Great Gorge boat tour. Heli was a great different view of all the gorges. We had a wonderful day sightseeing.
Why let only the birds enjoy the view?
825glenh,May 2, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a brilliant day with Captain "Air" Jordan. Sunrise from the air over Darwin was amazing and the day just kept getting better. The helicopter ride above the Katherine Gorge gives a spectacular perspective of the size and beauty not able to be truly appreciated by land. The cruise provides an up close experience of the Gorge. If you only have a short time in the Top End, treat yourself to an unforgettable day.
Awesome, highly recommended
Y5952VTglennt,Aug 3, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We highly recommend this tour with Kookaburra. It was well organised and very professionally run. Our pilot Steve was amazing. He was an excellent pilot, entertaining and really made our trip memorable and a fantastic experience with his detailed local knowledge. 10 out of 10!!
Katherine Gorge Flight from Darwin with 2 hour cruise and chopper flight
Marcia M,Jul 19, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Oh WOW! What an awesome and unforgettable experience. There is no better way to experience Katherine Gorge - this trip is an absolute must. Our pilots, Stephen and Bailey are ‘the bomb’. They are exceptional pilots, who are enthusiastic, friendly and knowledgeable and go out of their way to make your trip special. I highly recommend this trip. Thank you :)
Just do it
451bevk,Jul 7, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely recommend this to anyone considering it. The pilots amazing, the bus driver / barge guide were very knowledgeable and great company. Thinking it would be a couple of hours it ended taking up the entire day. 8 hrs Not disappointed at all. 5 stars.
Exceptional day out!
KawanaTravellers,Jun 24, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an absolutely outstanding day, the helicopter flight over the Katherine Gorge was amazing and then the cruise along the first and second gorge was mind blowing. The flight to and from Darwin/Katherine was well worth while, made for a wonderful day. Loved brunch at Pop Rocket! If you have limited time then this is definitely the way to see Katherine Gorge.
Have an adventure in style.
jobromley13,Feb 24, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Having never been on a tiny aircraft or a helicopter I was terrified and my husband thrilled about this tour. Shravan was our pilot and he was a great tour guide but more importantly a great pilot. The helicopter scenic flight with Matt was exhilarating and the cruise afterwards highlighted the stark contrast between seeing the same beautiful landscape from air and water. We had the best day. Highly recommend to anyone wanting to get away from spending hours on a bus and have a really special day. Thanks Shravan for looking after us!
WOW what a day
Dannii49,Oct 31, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We started our day early and took the 1 hour flight down to Katherine, where we were met by our local guide Fred show showed us the sights before heading to our helicopter flight. The flight over the 13 gorges was breathtaking and made you appreciate just how big it was. On our return we were then dropped off for our 2 hour cruise of the gorges followed by lunch and return trip back to Darwin. Our Pilot Jonathon was awesome, we got to hang out with him for the whole day and we all felt like old friends by the time we returned. This tour is excellent value for money as everything is included (except for lunch). If you are short on time this is definitely the way to see Katherine.
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