Combine our immersive 5 day luxury small-group 4WD tour of Arnhem Land, Kakadu and the Cobourg Peninsula with a Darwin stay. Join a privileged few people that will feel the true spirit of ancient Arnhem Land staying at Cobourg Coastal Wilderness Lodge. Experience a remarkable wetland cruise, Maguk Barramundi Gorge, Ubirr, Mamukala Wetlands, Nawalandja Lookout, guided Aboriginal rock-art tour of Injalak Hill, Cobourg Marine Park and Victoria Settlement. Includes all flights, touring, hotels, wilderness lodge, cruises and personalised transfers. Enjoy cruising through Australia’s largest Marine Park, a 4WD tour of Cobourg Marine Park and a visit to the world’s first RAMSAR wetlands (wetlands of international importance). Try your hand at mud crabbing, fishing and take in the copious marine life of this virtually uninhabited area - such as turtles, manta rays, dolphins, sharks and crocodiles - which is inaccessible to most people. This is truly an unforgettable experience! Themes include: Northern Territory, Departs from Darwin, Luxury 4WD, Returns from Darwin. + Show more

Package Includes

Return Flights to Darwin (pricing options below)
5 Day Luxury Kakadu, Arnhem Land & Cobourg Peninsula 4WD Tour (Small Group)
3 Nights Cobourg Coastal Wilderness Lodge (Permanent Safari Tent)
4 Nights Darwin Hotel (superior 4 star)
1 Night Kakadu Accommodation
4 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 4 Dinners
Cobourg Marine Park Cruise
Cobourg Marine Park 4WD Tour (Small Group)
Darwin Town Tour
Meet and Greet Personalised Return Airport Transfers

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Arnhem Land 4WD Kakadu National Park Cobourg Peninsula Luxury Kakadu, Arnhem Land & Cobourg Peninsula 4WD Cobourg Coastal Wilderness Lodge Darwin Cobourg Marine Park Cobourg Marine Park Cruise Cobourg Marine Park 4WD Tour Corroboree Billabong Corroboree Billabong Cruise White Lily Billabong Barramundi Falls Barramundi Gorge Barramundi Creek Nawurlandja Lookout Anbangbang Billabong Nourlangie Rock Cahill's Crossing East Alligator River Gunbalanya Community Injalak Arts & Crafts Centre Injalak Hill Rock Art Galleries (up to 50,000 years old) Victoria Settlement Port Essington Cobourg Peninsula Wetlands Northern Cobourg Beaches Cobourg Marine Park Cultural & Information Centre Ubirr Rock Arnhem Highway Mamukala Wetlands Birdlife Turtles Crocodiles Wetlands Fishing Mud Crabbing Mitchell Street restaurants and cafes NT Government House Fannie Bay Trendy Darwin Wharf

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DAY 1 Fly to Darwin

When you arrive into Darwin you can sense the cosmopolitan and thriving atmosphere of this historic tropical North Australian city. You will be personally met at the airport by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred from the airport to your hotel. You can relax and use the rest of the day to explore your hotel and its facilities, perhaps take a stroll around the neighbourhood and central Darwin.

Meet and Greet Personalised Arrival Transfer, Overnight Darwin Accommodation.

DAY 2 Darwin Town Tour

Today we embark on a fascinating 5 hour guided tour of Darwin's rich culture and history. Your friendly local driver will pick you up in the comfortable air-conditioned coach before sharing experiences, fascinating facts and enchanting stories in the on-board full commentary. Enjoy the colourful sights of our unique city, take in the devastation of Cyclone Tracy, marvel at the majesty of Darwin Harbour, tour through the World War II Oil Storage Tunnels (engineering feat built to protect Darwin's oil supplies from the Japanese, now also houses a collection of Allied wartime photographs), see Sweetheart (famous 5.1m crocodile responsible for a series of attacks on boats) at the NT Museum and Art Gallery, and see Historical Palmerston Town, Parliament House, Military Museum, Darwin Waterfront, Darwin Botanic Gardens, Fannie Bay Gaol, the Qantas Hanger, the Darwin Aviation Museum and much more.

Immerse yourself in the heart of Darwin's captivating tales, from its quirky characters to its rich heritage and World War II history. Be regaled by our expert local guide who will reveal the stories, people, and anecdotes that have indelibly shaped this remarkable city.

Darwin Tour with Hotel Pick Up, entry to 6 attractions, overnight Darwin accommodation.

DAY 3 Explore Darwin

Located on a massive and spectacular harbour on the Timor Sea, Darwin’s population is a melting-pot of cultures from more than 50 countries, who pride themselves on their unique and friendly laid-back lifestyle. Darwin has year round balmy weather and is surrounded by the iconic Kakadu National Park and Litchfield National Park. There is plenty to see and do in the magnificent and vibrant Top End.

Spend the day exploring Darwin at your own pace before returning to your hotel for the evening.

Overnight Darwin Accommodation.

DAY 4 Tour from Darwin to Kakadu

Enjoy an early pick up from your Darwin hotel for your small-group 4WD adventure to Kakadu and Arnhem Land. Immerse yourself in a fascinating guided cruise along the Corroboree Billabong to spot salt water crocodiles and the large variety of birdlife enroute to World Heritage protected Kakadu National Park.

Next, stop at White Lily Billabong – a serene sanctuary where tranquil waters mirror the vibrant hues of the outback skies - before arriving at “Maguk” also known as Barramundi Gorge. Enjoy a scenic walk along Barramundi Creek to the base of Barramundi Falls where you have the opportunity to swim or snorkel in the plunge pool at the base of the falls.

Depart Barramundi Gorge late this afternoon for Nawurlandja Lookout. Take a short climb up the sloping sandstone to get panoramic views of the sun setting across Nourlangie Rock, Anbangbang Billabong and the Arnhem Land escarpment.

Depart after sunset for Jabiru and your overnight Kakadu accommodation.

Small Group Luxury 4WD Tour with Hotel Pick Up, Corroboree Billabong Cruise, Lunch, Dinner, Overnight Kakadu Accommodation.

DAY 5 Explore Arnhem Land

Depart Jabiru after breakfast and travel to the northern region of Kakadu. Cross the East Alligator River at Cahill’s Crossing and travel into Arnhem Land. Enjoy a scenic drive into the Gunbalanya Aboriginal community and take in vistas of the floodplains covered in bird life and water lilies.

Visit the Injalak Arts and Crafts Centre where you can meet and watch traditional local artists creating wares before enjoying a guided tour of the Injalak Hill art sites with your local Aboriginal guide. You will see some of the best Indigenous rock art before continuing your journey on to the Cobourg Peninsula.

On arrival at the Cobourg Coastal Wilderness Lodge, watch the sun set over Point Essington while you enjoy nibbles served by the resident camp caretakers on the cliff top. We enjoy three nights at this remarkable and remote Arnhem Land location, staying in comfortable permanent safari tents for this incredible bucket-list wilderness experience.

Breakfast, Arnhem Land Scenic Drive, Lunch, Guided Rock Art Tour, Sunset Nibbles, Dinner, Overnight Cobourg Coastal Wilderness Lodge Accommodation.

DAY 6 Cobourg Marine Park Cruise

Enjoy a “Cobourg-style” cooked breakfast before spending the day exploring the northern territory’s biggest Marine Park by boat. Look for marine turtles, manta rays, dolphins, sharks, crocodiles, mud crabs and plenty more!

During your cruise, visit the Victoria Settlement ruins, established prior to Darwin as a military outpost but later abandoned. These poignant stone ruins that grace the Port Essington shoreline remain as a testament to the profound hardships endured by early colonists.

Enjoy some fishing and spot more marine life along this majestic stretch of coastline on our way back to camp.

You have a free afternoon to relax and explore the nearby beaches, go fishing or just read a book and enjoy the outdoors. The choice is yours.

This evening, enjoy a freshly caught seafood dinner!

Breakfast, Cobourg Marine Park Cruise, Lunch, Special Seafood Dinner, Overnight Cobourg Coastal Wilderness Lodge Accommodation.

DAY 7 Cobourg Peninsula 4WD Tour

Today, explore the eastern side of the park by 4WD. Cobourg is home to the first RAMSAR wetland (wetlands of international importance) in the world and where you can find paperbark swamps and billabongs just 100 metres from the coastline.

Continue your journey via the northern beaches where you will be able to explore exposed coral reefs and rock pools due to the low tide. The northern beaches are also commonly used as turtle nesting areas.

After lunch, have an opportunity to go mud crabbing using local and traditional Aboriginal methods. Learn how to hunt and gather these delicacies before trying your hand at it yourself.

On your way back to the wilderness lodge, visit the Marine Park’s Cultural and Information Centre to gain a deeper insight into this fascinating region.

Breakfast, Cobourg Marine Park 4WD Tour, Lunch, Mud Crabbing, Dinner, Overnight Cobourg Coastal Wilderness Lodge Accommodation.

DAY 8 Tour from Cobourg Peninsula to Darwin via Kakadu & Arnhem Land

Enjoy an early start to your day admiring the glorious bush scenery of Arnhem Land as you make your way back to Darwin via Kakadu National Park. Enjoy numerous stops along the way before enjoying lunch on the banks of the East Alligator River.

After lunch, visit Ubirr Rock where you can spend time viewing some of the best Aboriginal rock art in Kakadu. A brief stroll to the summit of Ubirr rewards you with breath-taking vistas, unveiling the sprawling wetlands and majestic stone landscapes that grace the surroundings. Enroute to Darwin, stop at the Mamukala Wetlands which is home to a multitude of native birds and is at times a haven for thousands of Magpie Geese.

Arrive in Darwin this evening and settle in to your Darwin hotel.

Breakfast, Tour to Darwin via Kakadu & Arnhem Land, Lunch, Overnight Darwin Accommodation.

DAY 9 Fly Home

Today marks the end of your journey through Kakadu and Arnhem Land. You will be personally met at your hotel by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred from your hotel to the airport for your flight home.

Meet and Greet Personalised Departure Transfer.

Luxury 4WD Touring

Your special overnight small group Luxury 4WD Touring includes all meals, entrance fees and excursions.

Flights Included

This package includes all flights as detailed below in the price section (including all fees, levies and taxes). However, we can tailor this package to include our special discounted 'package only' airfares from anywhere. Simply let us know.

Airport Transfers Included

You will be personally met by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred from the airport to your hotel and from your hotel to the airport for your flight home.

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