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Top End Holidays
The relaxed tropical atmosphere of Darwin makes it the perfect base from which to explore the incredible national parks of Kakadu, Nitmiluk (Katherine Gorge) and Litchfield, home to native wildlife and beautiful scenery.
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OUR HOLIDAYS TO THE TOP END
Here's a selection of our most popular holidays in the the Top End.
If you'd like to see how you could fit this state into a wider exploration of the country - take a look at our Australia Holidays page.
If you'd like to see how you could fit this state into a wider exploration of the country - take a look at our Australia Holidays page.
Top End by Rail & Outback Wilderness
9 days / 8 nights
from £1,817
Uluru Kings Canyon Alice Springs Darwin
from £1,817
Tropical Top End & the Great Barrier Reef
16 days / 15 nights
from £1,982
Wildman Wilderness Lodge, Mary River NP
from £1,982
Wildman Wilderness Lodge, Mary River NP
Australia Less Travelled: Broome To Darwin Via The Gibb River Road
19 days / 18 nights
from £2,692
Broome Bell Gorge Mount Elizabeth Station El Questro Wilderness Park Kakadu National Park Darwin
from £2,692
Top End Explorer
13 days / 12 nights
from £705
Darwin Kakadu National Park Katherine Litchfield National Park
from £705
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Dragonfly Dreaming 4WD Kakadu & Litchfield Tour
3 days / 2 nights
from £780
Personalised experience with a maximum of just 17 travellers Swim in the pristine pools of Litchfield National Park 4WD tours of Twin and Jim Jim Falls* Spot crocodiles on a Yellow Water Billabong cruise Learn about the Aboriginal culture and rock art at Nourlangie and Ubirr
from £780
Kakadu's Ancient Secrets
5 days / 4 nights
from £2,125
Climb Nourlangie for spectacular views over Kakadu National Park Exclusive safari cruise on the Corroboree Billabong Discover the many waterfalls of Litchfield National Park Swim in the pools of Gunlom Falls Learn about Aboriginal rock art at Ubirr
from £2,125
WHERE TO GO IN THE TOP END
Darwin & Litchfield NP
Tropical and relaxed Darwin has evolved from its frontier town beginnings to become a thriving cosmopolitan city filled with museums, inviting parks and pretty lakes. Head to Mindil Beach for incredible sunsets and its popular night market, dip your toes in the wave pool at the waterfront and browse the city’s Indigenous arts and craft galleries. Time permitting, drive 90 minutes south to tranquil Litchfield National Park, home to thundering waterfalls, picturesque walking trails and swimmable crystal-clear rock pools.
Mary River Region & Kakadu NP
The vast wetlands, lagoons and billabongs of the Mary River and renowned Kakadu National Park play host to a wealth of diverse bird and wildlife, from jabirus and pygmy geese to water buffalo, wallabies and saltwater crocodiles. Here, hop on a serene guided cruise to experience one of the country’s most awe-inspiring close encounters. Whilst in Kakadu, roam incredible Aboriginal rock art sites at Nourlangie and Ubirr, hike along breahtaking sandstone escarpments and swim in inviting waterfall-fed plunge pools.
Nitmiluk (Katherine) NP
Situated on the banks of the Katherine River, the outback country town of Katherine makes for a convenient base to explore the jewel in the crown of this remote region: the 13 spectacular gorges within Nitmiluk National Park. Carved through ancient sandstone and of huge cultural importance to the local Aboriginal people, the towering gorges follow the flow of the river and can be explored by canoe, on foot, by helicopter or scenic cruise. This pristine and ethereal corner of the Territory is incredibly photogenic and simply not to be missed.
OUR RECOMMENDED HOTELS IN THE TOP END
Bamurru Plains 3 Day Package
The Top End
from £1349
Restaurant & open bar Infinity pool Guided activities Wildlife observation deck Free parking
from £1349
Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront
The Top End
from £51
Restaurant & bar 2 pools Spa Gym Parking from $15 per day Free wi-fi
from £51
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
The Top End
from £49
Restaurant & bar Pool Gym Parking from $15 per day Free wi-fi
from £49
Cicada Lodge
The Top End
from £132
Poolside restaurant & bar Pool Free parking Free wi-fi
from £132
Wildman Wilderness Lodge 3 Day Package
The Top End
from £408
Restaurant & bar Pool Optional guided activities (payable locally) Free parking
from £408
Cooinda Lodge Kakadu
The Top End
from £58
Restaurant & bar Pool General store Free parking
from £58
THINGS TO DO IN THE TOP END
Kakadu National Park Tour
Approx 13 hours
from £206
Timeless Kakadu Beautiful views from Nourlangie Rock Yellow Water Billabong Cruise
from £206
Litchfield National Park Tour
Approx 11 hours
from £118
Spectacular Litchfield National Park Picturesque waterfalls Giant termite mounds
from £118
Yellow Water Billabong Cruise
Approx 1.5hrs
from £62
Timeless scenery Extensive wetlands Relaxing cruise
from £62
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Darwin Sunset Buffet Dinner Cruise
Approx 2.5 hours
from £65
Sunset catamaran cruise Australian seafood Darwin Harbour
from £65
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Mary River Wetlands Cruise
Approx 8 hours
from £94
Wildlife spotting Outback cruise Tropical lunch setting
from £94
Overnight Litchfield National Park Adventure
2 days / 1 night
from £290
Stay overnight in a safari camp Helicopter flight over the floodplains Explore Litchfield National Park
from £290
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UK
childhood immunisation has been given and will not apply to all situations. Medical advice should be
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requirements for your trip.
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