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- The best Australia Northern Territory tour packages
- What people love about Australia Northern Territory Tours
- Travel Australia Northern Territory your way
- Top operators in Australia Northern Territory
- Australia Northern Territory tours for every group
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- Best time to visit Australia Northern Territory
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The best Australia Northern Territory tour packages
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Kakadu, Katherine & Litchfield Explorer
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Amazing locations and our guide Maurice was an outstanding host / guide who made every location and every interaction interesting and fun.”
BRIAN, traveled in May 2024
The Northern Territory unfolds from Darwin to Katherine, showcasing Litchfield's Wangi Falls and Magnetic Termite Mounds. Aboriginal culture comes alive at Pudakul center across three national parks. Nights are spent in safari-style camps with proper facilities.
Duration 4 days Destinations Darwin, Litchfield National Park, Kakadu National Park, Nitmiluk National Park Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $1,190
20% Off- US$952You save $238
The spectacular West MacDonnell Ranges stretch 60km through varied terrain. Dawn breaks atop Mt Sonder, while Serpentine Ridge offers challenging trails and Ochre Pits reveal Aboriginal heritage. Nights under desert stars provide perfect access to daily hiking routes.
Duration 7 days Destinations Alice Springs, Ormiston Gorge, Mount Sonder Age Range 16 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $2,485
15% Off- US$2,112You save $373
Six nights at Aurora Hotel serve as base for Northern Territory adventures. The route leads to Flynn's Grave Memorial, through Simpsons Gap and Standley Chasm, culminating at Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park with ancient rock art and a sunset BBQ.
Duration 7 days Destinations Alice Springs, Tjoritja / West MacDonnell National Park, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park Age Range 8 to 85 year olds Operator Australia and New Zealand Travel Company From
15% Off- US$1,128
4 Day Kakadu Katherine Gorge Experience (Accommodated)
8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The Tour offers a very good Mix of beautiful Landscapes, best swimming spots, hiking and culture.”
Robert, traveled in July 2023
Kakadu and Katherine showcase UNESCO sites and Aboriginal culture. The Guluyambi river cruise, Top Didj Gallery visits, and Ubirr Rock sunsets create unforgettable moments. Accommodations include Mercure Kakadu Hotel and Knotts Crossing Resort.
Duration 4 days Destinations Darwin, Kakadu, Jabiru, Kakadu National Park, Nitmiluk National Park, Katherine, Katherine River Gorge, Adelaide River Age Range 8 to 85 year olds Operator Autopia Tours From
15% Off- US$1,417
5 Day Kakadu Katherine Litchfield 4WD Adventure (Camping)
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We enjoyed the visit to Kakadu immensely. We were very pleased to have been a part of such a memorable experience.”
Kayelene, traveled in June 2022
Darwin to Katherine reveals Kakadu's rock art and Katherine Gorge cruise. Remote waterfalls, wildlife spotting at Mary River Wetlands, and swimming at Litchfield's Wangi Falls fill the days. Comfortable safari camping provides nighttime comfort.
Duration 5 days Destinations Darwin, Kakadu, Jabiru, Kakadu National Park, Nitmiluk National Park, Katherine, Adelaide River, Litchfield National Park Age Range 8 to 70 year olds Operator Autopia Tours From
15% Off- US$1,097
What people love about Australia Northern Territory Tours
- 4 Day Kakadu Katherine Gorge Experience (Accommodated)
Have just returned from 4 event packed days in Kakadu with our guide Jay Bichard from Autopia tours. I couldn't be more complimentary of the tour. We travelled lots of kms in the 4WD vehicle with a nice sized group of 9 travelers. The tour brochure accurately covers what you will see and do, so does not need to be replicated here. Tour Guide Jay was phenomenal - pleasant, engaging, energetic, organized, knowledgeable, and a good manager of the group. Its long, hard days being a tour guide like this, and we appreciated she was always bubbly smiling and informative. Hence we stayed on schedule to see all that we hoped to see. Accommodation in motels was fine and comfortable especially given the remoteness. Food was practical, tasty and adequate given where were travelling. You need to have a reasonable level of physical fitness to do some of the walks - especially into Jim Jim falls. However, all our group were able to reach the destinations. Very enjoyable, and I felt good value for money. Highly recommended as a reasonably good 'taster' of the Kakadu national park.
- 4 Day Kakadu Katherine Gorge Experience (Accommodated)
Awesome tour! Ben, our tour guide is very informative and gave us so much great info about NT and the Aboriginal culture. He was also very helpful with some of the harder hikes! Locations were amazing and we got a lot of wonderful memories.
- 4 Day Kakadu Katherine Gorge Experience (Accommodated)
We made the Tour as a family of four (2 girls 8&10). The Tour offers a very good Mix of beautiful Landscapes, best swimming spots, hiking and culture. Matea our guide was excellent and did everything on his own, normally there should be 2 guides managing the Tour. Nevertheless Matea and the other participants made the Tour to something very special. Although the hiking to the swimming spots was sometimes challenging for the Kids (YouTube should be fit)
Travel Australia Northern Territory your way
The Larapinta Trail attracts many walkers to its well-planned 6-day guided treks, where you'll find a perfect balance between tough hikes and relaxing camp stays. Early summits of Mount Sonder reward you with sweeping MacDonnell Ranges views, while gentle walks through Inarlanga Pass reveal ancient cycad palms. Our customers love taking cooling dips in waterholes between walks. Other popular routes combine the Kings Canyon rim walk, where 440-million-year-old rocks tell their story, with guided walks around Uluru's base and through Kata Tjuta's Valley of the Winds. These paths run from 3-4 hour moderate walks to full-day hikes, with guides setting a comfortable pace for each group.
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Top operators in Australia Northern Territory
Looking at the feedback from our travelers, Intrepid Travel comes out strong with their guide selection. Robert gets mentioned quite a bit - he's one of those guides who really brings places to life with his stories and deep knowledge. Our customers particularly appreciate how he weaves local context into the journey. Autopia Tours also has some solid offerings, and Damian's name keeps coming up in traveler comments. He's known for staying attentive to everyone's needs and giving detailed background on all the locations they visit. That said, we've heard some practical feedback about the camping tours that's worth noting. Several travelers mentioned they'd like to see more variety in the meal options, especially for people with different dietary needs. There's also been a consistent note about water bottles - the current ones aren't quite big enough for longer hiking days, which means extra stops to refill. These are the kind of small but important details that can make a real difference on a multi-day tour, particularly when you're out in nature and away from regular supplies. It's good these issues have been flagged because they're fairly straightforward to address and fix.
- 4.5 (11,928 reviews)
"Our guide, Robert with Intrepid Travel was the most outstanding tour guide we’ve ever had. He was so enthusiastic, knowledgeable, caring and informative. He set a very high bar for any future guides.
- Tours
- 7 tours
- Age range
- 5 to 99 years old
- Adventure type
- Explorer
- Response time
- 8h
- Response rate
- 88%
- Average price
- $524
- 4.0 (20 reviews)
- Tours
- 3 tours
- Age range
- 18 to 85 years old
- Adventure type
- Explorer
- Response time
- 17h
- Response rate
- 96%
- Average price
- $380
- 4.5 (186 reviews)
"Good trip with knowledgeable guide. Felt a bit rushed sometimes, and would have been nice for daily itinerary to be clearer in advance. Also would have appreciated some interaction with the local people, perhaps at the cultural centre, to better understand some of the Aboriginal culture.
- Tours
- 10 tours
- Age range
- 18 to 80 years old
- Adventure type
- Explorer
- Response time
- 23h
- Response rate
- 100%
- Average price
- $402
Australia Northern Territory tours for every type of group
Who are you traveling with?
Group
102 tours in Australia Northern TerritoryGroup tours are great for meeting people while seeing the Territory's main attractions. Popular options run 3 to 15 days, and our travelers love how they mix well-known sites with lesser-known spots. You'll walk through Kata Tjuta's Valley of the Winds, take a boat through Katherine Gorge and find good swimming holes in Litchfield. Groups usually have 20-25 people - enough to make new friends while keeping everything running smoothly. Our customers say the social side really adds something special to experiences like starlit camping, sunset drinks at Uluru and also Aboriginal cultural activities.
Small Group
12 tours in Australia Northern TerritorySmall group tours keep numbers between 8-16 people, giving you more flexibility and personal attention. These intimate groups can reach remote places like Jim Jim Falls or Motor Car Falls when the conditions are right. Our travelers like being able to spend extra time in places the group enjoys, whether that's swimming in hidden waterholes or learning about rock art from Aboriginal guides. Smaller numbers mean more chances to ask questions, understand the environment and also properly connect with your fellow travelers.
Private / Personalized
10 tours in Australia Northern TerritoryPrivate tours let you customize your Territory experience, adjusting the pace and activities to match your interests. You'll get private guides, exclusive cultural experiences and the choice to upgrade where you stay. You can decide between camping under stars or comfortable hotels, take extra time photographing wildlife in Kakadu and also arrange special meals featuring bush foods and native ingredients.
Top Australia Northern Territory travel itineraries to fit your plans
Our 3-day Northern Territory tours pack the best bits of Uluru and Kakadu into a short time. Around the Red Centre, you'll walk through Kata Tjuta's Valley of the Winds, discover Aboriginal culture at Uluru's base and explore Kings Canyon's rim - our travelers regularly mention how special those early morning canyon views are. The camping gets great feedback, particularly for the quality camp cooking and those incredibly clear starlit nights. In Kakadu, we combine wildlife cruises to spot crocodiles in Mary River Wetlands with walks to see ancient Aboriginal rock art at Ubirr, and refreshing swims in Litchfield's waterfalls. Customers often tell us how our guides spot wildlife they'd never have noticed and share deep knowledge of indigenous culture.
TourRadar recommends visiting:
Alice Springs, Uluru, Kings Canyon
A week in the Territory lets you really get to know the place. The Larapinta Trail tours are perfect for active types, with daily hikes revealing hidden waterholes and dramatic gorges in the West MacDonnell Ranges. Our customers love sharing stories around the campfire each evening. Other tours blend Darwin's tropical vibe with Kakadu's wilderness - you'll spot jabirus and crocodiles on Yellow Water Billabong, explore Aboriginal rock art sites and swim in pristine pools under waterfalls. The Katherine Gorge portion consistently impresses our travelers with its massive sandstone cliffs and guides who bring indigenous stories to life.
TourRadar recommends visiting:
Darwin, Kakadu National Park, Nitmiluk National Park, Nitmiluk
Ten days gives you time to experience both ends of the Territory properly. The popular route starts in Sydney or Melbourne before flying to Uluru, combining city experiences with outback exploration. You'll visit Aboriginal cultural sites, watch Uluru change colors at sunset and sunrise and discover Kings Canyon's ancient landscape. Then there's the famous Ghan train journey through Australia's heart - our travelers often say this rail trip through the changing outback is worth the tour alone. These tours wrap up in Darwin with time in Kakadu National Park for crocodile spotting and visits to some of the world's oldest rock art sites.
TourRadar recommends visiting:
Uluru, Kings Canyon, Alice Springs, Darwin
Demographics
Solo travelers do really well on our 3-4 day camping tours through Kakadu and Litchfield. Our customers love connecting with others around campfires and during shared activities like wildlife spotting on Mary River wetlands. You'll walk to ancient Aboriginal rock art sites and swim in clear waterfalls, with guides who know how to bring the group together naturally. Our solo guests often mention how nice it is having the logistics sorted - from transport to meals and also accommodation - while still getting quiet moments to themselves in special places like Ubirr at sunset.
Couples after some outback romance can pick between luxury lodges and intimate camping experiences. Our most booked tours include nice touches like sunset Uluru views with bubbles, dining under the stars at Sounds of Silence and also taking scenic flights over the landscape. Couples really enjoy our small groups through Kings Canyon and Kata Tjuta - it's perfect for quiet moments in spots like the Garden of Eden waterhole. While many go for premium stays at places like Sails in the Desert, our camping tours offer their own romance with starlit nights in comfortable permanent tents.
Young adults tend to pick our active 3-5 day trips that mix proper hiking, swimming and cultural learning. You'll tackle real challenges like the Kings Canyon rim walk, explore the Valley of the Winds at Kata Tjuta and find hidden swimming spots in Litchfield's waterfalls. This age group loves how we balance physical activity with cultural immersion - they'll hear Aboriginal creation stories, learn about bush foods and also join guided walks to sacred sites. Camping adds extra excitement - sleeping in swags under stars and trading stories with new friends around the campfire.
Our senior travelers prefer tours that balance comfort with cultural depth. Many choose The Ghan luxury train journey paired with well-paced day tours to key sites. You'll get proper beds each night, quality meals and also comfortable air-conditioned transport between stops. The guides adapt walks to different fitness levels, whether you're exploring Uluru's base or taking alternative routes in Kings Canyon. Our senior guests often tell us they really value the cultural aspects - from time at the Cultural Centre to learning about Aboriginal art and also hearing creation stories from local guides.
When it comes to families in the Territory, our most popular tours blend comfort with real cultural experiences. Multi-day journeys around Uluru and Kings Canyon give kids hands-on Aboriginal culture through direct participation - they'll hear creation stories at sacred waterholes and join actual dot painting workshops. Parents consistently tell us their children love sleeping in permanent safari tents and keeping an eye out for native wildlife. These tours balance short walks that work for different ages with interesting stops like Kings Creek Station, where families learn about camel farming and life in the outback. Our guides are skilled at tweaking activities to match everyone's interests, from searching for rock wallabies at Simpsons Gap to discovering bush tucker and traditional medicine with Aboriginal guides.
Solo Travelers55 tours All tours for Solo Travelers- Couples27 tours
- Seniors (50+)39 tours All tours for Seniors
Best time to visit Australia Northern Territory
- Spring 2025
Spring hits the sweet spot with great weather and fewer tourists around the Territory. The 3-day trips combining Kakadu wildlife cruises and Litchfield waterfall swims are a big hit with our customers. You'll spot crocs and birds in the Mary River Wetlands, then make your way to Ubirr for ancient Aboriginal rock art at sunset. Spring camping is particularly good - you can pick between proper safari tents or traditional swags under open skies. The multi-day journeys through Kings Canyon, Uluru and also Kata Tjuta really shine now, with guides taking you through the Valley of the Winds walk when the temperature's just right.
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- Summer 2025
The wet season transforms the Top End in summer, turning Kakadu and Litchfield into completely different landscapes. Our travelers get the most from 3-4 day trips when waterfalls are pumping and everything turns properly green. You'll check out rock art sites, cool off in clear plunge pools and watch the wetlands buzz with wildlife. Red Centre tours shift to early mornings and late afternoons to work with the heat - catch Uluru's intense colors at sunrise, then cool down in Kings Canyon's shaded gorges. The guides know exactly how to adjust walking routes based on the weather so you'll see the desert's raw side while staying comfortable.
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- Fall / Autumn 2025
Autumn brings out some of our best Territory experiences with ideal temperatures and active wildlife. The multi-day tours linking Kings Canyon, Kata Tjuta and also Uluru give you proper time with the landscape - walking ancient valleys, learning about bush tucker from Aboriginal guides and watching the rocks change color as the sun drops. Our clients really go for the camping tours this time of year with comfortable nights and clear skies made for stargazing. The longer trips heading north through the MacDonnell Ranges let you properly explore hidden gorges, swim in year-round waterholes and spot local wildlife like rock wallabies and birds.
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- Winter 2025 / 2026
The Red Centre shows its best side in winter, with cool mornings perfect for longer walks and warm afternoons made for desert waterhole swims. Our clients love joining the Uluru sunrise tours that blend walking with Aboriginal cultural experiences. Kings Canyon Rim walks are spot-on this time of year - you'll make your way up for sweeping desert views before heading down to explore the Garden of Eden's permanent waterhole. The overnight camping tours let you sleep under crystal-clear winter skies while guides prepare proper dinners around the campfire. Winter also opens up longer trips through Alice Springs and into the West MacDonnell Ranges where you can watch for wildlife and take refreshing dips in spots like Ellery Creek Big Hole.
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