1 Day Litchfield National Park Tour

Itinerary

• Litchfield National Park Tour

  What better way to refresh, rejuvenate and experience the stunning diversity of the Northern Territory than by joining us on this one day Litchfield National Park Tour?
  These lands have played an important role for the Koongurrukun, Marranuggu, Werat, and Warray Aboriginal people for thousands of years, with the diverse terrain offering pristine rockpools, flowing waterfalls and a haven for native birds as well as other Aussie wildlife, photographers will be in their element!
  In this tour we take in the best of the park discovering iconic locations of natural beauty, learning about the historic landscape and plenty of opportunities to have fun and splash around in some of the most exquisite water pools in the territory!

  

  Get set for real adventure and to connect with nature at Litchfield National Park. At just over an hour from Darwin, it’s every local’s favourite day trip with its waterfalls and water holes, bush walks, four-wheel drive tracks, birds and wildlife.

   

• Litchfield National Park Tour visits the Adelaide River

  The floodplains of the Adelaide River support hundreds of thousands of species of birdlife from all over the world, while it’s also possible to spot Black Flying Foxes and even Bull Sharks in this significant water system, we cruise out into the water to meet the most famous residents; Saltwater Crocodiles!
  An unforgettable experience, we get up close and witness these apex predators in their natural habitat, the spectacle of the crocodile propelling itself up with it’s mighty tail to ‘jump’ out of the water is not to be missed!
  Our tour allows you the option not to add on the cruise if this is something you have already experienced, if so, you can join your guide to explore the nearby Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve (see below).

  

  Visitors posing with a crocodile statue at the Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Cruise.

• Visit the Fogg Dam Conservation Centre

  A haven for freshwater wildlife, this reserve managed by the Limilngan-Wulna People is a fantastic spot to observe the astonishing wetlands and understand more of the Adelaide River floodplains significance to thousands of native and migratory species.
  You are given the option to join your Litchfield tour guide here if you are not heading out on the Crocodile Cruise, for a scenic walk through this pristine habitat, with many chances to spot beautiful rare birds, water pythons or perhaps freshwater turtles, it is likely that we will also see crocodiles while in this wonderful wetland system.

  

  Sunrise at Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve filled with water during the wet season.

• Litchfield National Park Tour visits Florence Falls or Tolmer Falls

  It’s time for spectacular tropical waterfalls! The sandstone plateau of the Tabletop Range creates these gushing cascades and here we take the time to either walk the 160 (very worth it!) steps down to the crystal clear swimming hole at Florence Falls or we enjoy the grandeur of Tolmer Falls from the lookout above.
  The monsoon rainforest creates a tropical surrounding which feels like nowhere else on earth, we make the most of it with a scenic walk and breath-taking views of this lush natural wonderland.*

  *Itineraries 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.

  

  A visitor standing at the base of Florence Falls.

• Buley Rockholes or Wangi Falls

  Set in scenic bushland the ancient Buley Rockholes offer multi levels to cool off and have a swim in, or the chance to relax in the shallow waters soaking in this spot of paradise. The spa like waters here are some of the cleanest around, and you may even be able to get the full ‘spa’ experience using the faster flowing cascades for a massage courtesy of the environment!
  Alternatively we may visit the iconic plunge pool at the base of the astonishing Wangi Falls, this idyllic swimming hole set in magnificent natural beauty will leave you cooled and refreshed as we continue our journey through the park.*

  *Itineraries 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.

  

  Get set for real adventure and to connect with nature at Litchfield National Park. At just over an hour from Darwin, it’s every local’s favourite day trip with its waterfalls and water holes, bush walks, four-wheel drive tracks, birds and wildlife.

• See Magnetic Termite Mounds

  Humans are not the only one inventing ingenious ways to stay cool! We stop off to marvel at the fascinating natural phenomenon of the Magnetic Termite Mounds.
  Learn how these clever social insects construct mammoth ‘apartment building’ style homes that tower over us and make for some pretty great photo opportunities. Take time to wander around the formations and discover the secret science behind the architecture.

  

  A visitor looks at a towering Cathedral Termite Mound.

• Litchfield Tour Return to Darwin

  After a wonderful day on board this Litchfield National Park Tour, we make our way back to Darwin, arriving at approximately 6:30pm. If you did not opt for the Jumping Crocodile Cruise but have time to do so in Darwin why not book this in with Wildlife Tours. If you have yet to explore Kakadu National Park Wildlife Tours also offers 1 day Kakadu tours from Darwin. We hope you have had a wonderful time on your Litchfield Tour and we hope you have the opportunity to enjoy other great Darwin Tours too.