Ease into the warm waters of Katherine Hot Springs, a place to pause and soak among leafy surrounds near the town of Katherine. The spring-fed pools offer a different way to experience the Top End’s water-rich landscapes.

Feel the contrast between the soothing water and the tropical greenery around it. This relaxed visit is about enjoying the springs themselves, with time to slow down and take in their tranquil setting.

Cruise through Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge at sunset as the changing light picks out the colours and contours of its towering sandstone walls. Enjoy dinner on the water while taking in the scale of the gorge from below.

Carved by the Katherine River, Nitmiluk is a landscape of deep cultural significance to its Jawoyn Traditional Owners. The evening cruise pairs a meal with an intimate view of the cliffs and waterways.

Glide through Corroboree Billabong’s wetlands on a cruise among still water, waterlilies and floodplain vegetation. Watch for crocodiles along the banks and birds feeding or nesting near the water.

Part of the Mary River wetlands east of Darwin, the billabong supports an abundance of Top End wildlife. A boat offers a close view of this changing landscape and the animals that depend on its seasonal waters.

Explore Darwin on a guided cultural and street-art walk that takes in historic landmarks and murals across the city. Learn how local stories and the Top End’s character appear in its public spaces.

Settle into a local restaurant for four signature tasting plates featuring regional produce. The combination of art, history and food offers an introduction to the place through both its streets and its flavours.

AAT Kings

• 5 Breakfast (B)
• 1 Dinner (D)

• Day 1: Flights to arrive prior to 12 noon into Darwin AirportDay 6: Flights to depart after 8.00pm from Darwin Airport
  Airport to Hotel transfers are available to purchase on request.
  Flights to and from your tour are not included in the tour price.

• Comfortable walking shoes
  Warm layers in cooler months
  Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat
  Water bottle
  Camera

• Medium level of fitness required.Medium Level of Fitness required for the climb to the top of Burrungkuy (Nourlangie) Lookout in Kakadu National Park will not be suitable for all guests. To get to the lookout guests are required to scale up uneven rocky paths and steps to get to the lookout. There is an alternate route on a paved path for those unable climb to the top so they will not miss out on Rock Art. There are some steps to view some of the art.

Visit Murrawaddi Arts & Culture in Kakadu to view Aboriginal artworks and discover the stories they convey. Spend time looking at the colours, patterns and subjects that give each work its character.

Art offers a way to engage with the cultural significance of Kakadu beyond its landscapes. This visit brings attention to the traditions and connections to Country expressed through the works on display.

Cruise the East Alligator River with local Aboriginal guides on the Guluyambi Cultural Cruise. Look for wildlife along the riverbanks while hearing firsthand insights into traditional customs, practices and the surrounding Country.

The waterway forms part of Kakadu’s richly layered landscape, where nature and living culture are closely connected. Hearing from Aboriginal guides makes this more than a wildlife cruise: it is an opportunity to understand the place through local knowledge.

Explore Ubirr’s Aboriginal rock-art galleries in Kakadu National Park, where images painted on stone speak to a long history of cultural expression. Take time to observe the artwork and its setting among the sandstone outcrops.

From the lookout, take in wide views across Kakadu’s floodplains. Ubirr brings ancient art and open landscape together, offering a sense of why this region holds such deep cultural and natural significance.

Walk with your Driver Guide at Burrungkuy (Nourlangie) to see some of Kakadu’s ancient Aboriginal rock art and hear the stories shared about this remarkable site. Sandstone shelters provide a setting for exploring the area’s long cultural history.

The lookout involves uneven rocky paths and steps and may not suit everyone. An alternative paved route to rock art is available, although some steps are still required to view certain works.

Explore Pine Creek’s mining heritage through its historic bush buildings and mining sites. This Northern Territory town preserves visible traces of the gold rush that shaped settlement here in the 19th century.

Walking among these remnants offers a contrast to the Top End’s national parks. The simple buildings and former workings help tell the story of people drawn to the region by gold and the communities they established.

Visit Leliyn (Edith) Falls in Nitmiluk National Park, where cascades spill between rocky pools. When seasonal conditions allow, take the opportunity for a refreshing swim in the falls’ cool water.

The falls reveal a different side of Nitmiluk from its sandstone gorge: flowing water, natural pools and surrounding bushland. Swimming is seasonal, but the visit offers a chance to appreciate this waterfall setting.

Soar above Kakadu’s ancient landscapes and waterways on an optional scenic flight. From the air, take in the broad patterns of wetlands and terrain that are difficult to grasp at ground level.

The flight is offered around sunrise, when low light brings definition to the landscape below. This experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour for travellers who want an aerial perspective on Kakadu National Park.