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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
- Best tour companies for Australia Northern Territory tours
- Discover Australia Northern Territory tours for every budget
- Australia Northern Territory tours for every type of group
- Top Australia Northern Territory travel itineraries to fit your plans
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- Best time to visit Australia Northern Territory
- Contact our Australia Northern Territory travel experts
- What our customers ask about Australia Northern Territory Tours & Trips
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Kakadu, Katherine & Litchfield Explorer
34 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Good balance of travel and relaxing.”
Joseph, traveled in June
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 $1,840
25% Off- NZ$1,380You save $460
Duration 4 days Destinations Alice Springs, Kings Canyon, Uluru Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $3,080
20% Off- NZ$2,464You save $616
3 Day Kakadu & Litchfield 4WD Soft Adventure (Camping) Tour
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Good itinerary. Comfortable bus/truck.”
Chris, traveled in September
Crocodiles bask in Mary River Wetlands while sunset paints Ubirr Rock golden. 4WD tracks lead to hidden waterfalls like Motor Car Falls and Maguk, before reaching Litchfield's Wangi Falls and Florence Falls.
Duration 3 days Destinations Darwin, Mary River National Park, Jabiru, Kakadu, Kakadu National Park, Batchelor, Litchfield National Park Age Range 8 to 70 year olds Operator Autopia Tours From $1,074
12% Off- NZ$945You save $129
4 Day Kakadu & Katherine Gorge Cultural Experience (Accommodated)
8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The whole experience was so fulfilling due to the guide's extensive knowledge of the flora and fauna.”
Howard, traveled in September
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 $2,439
12% Off- NZ$2,146You save $293
Australia: Uluru Explorer
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Such a beautiful place to visit, can't wait to go back. Thanks contiki!”
Courtney, traveled in March
Sacred sites await at Uluru with sunrise walks and Kings Canyon treks. Lodging near Uluru and BBQ breakfasts at Kings Creek Station complement optional Field of Lights ($40) and Aboriginal dot-painting workshops ($70).
Duration 4 days Destinations Uluru Age Range 18 to 35 year olds Operator Contiki From $1,385
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What people love about Australia Northern Territory Tours
- Kakadu, Katherine & Litchfield Explorer
The tour was really amazing, especially due to our very excellent tour guide Holly. Her knowledge was vast, on animals, plants or cultural aspects of the tour.
- 3 Day Kakadu & Litchfield 4WD Soft Adventure (Camping) Tour
Excellent tour, Elliott was extremely knowledgeable and added an authentic traditional aspect to complement the natural beauty of the country, while maintaining a fun atmosphere.
- 3 Day Uluru Kata-Tjuta Kings Canyon (Camping) - From Alice Springs
Great short tour, loved sleeping out in the swags. Fred was a fantastic guide!
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.
Explore a wide diversity of coach / bus tours through Australia Northern Territory. We have 6 adventures that vary from 6 days to 11 days. With the greatest number of departures in June, this is also the most popular time of the year.
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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.
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Budget-friendly camping tours through the Red Centre and Top End give you great value for money. The 3-day Uluru camping experiences are a customer favorite - you'll gather around the campfire for tasty meals while guides share their deep knowledge of Aboriginal culture. Nights are spent in permanent safari tents or swags with incredibly clear views of the stars above. Over in Kakadu, you'll cruise wetlands full of crocodiles and birds, then hike to see ancient rock art at Ubirr. Our customers often mention how the guides really make these trips work - they cook good food, know the area inside out and help create a fun group atmosphere. The tours cover all the essential experiences like Uluru at sunrise, Kings Canyon walks and swimming at Litchfield's waterfalls.
The Territory's luxury tours deliver pure comfort, with stays at premium spots like Desert Gardens Hotel and Sails in the Desert. You'll get special experiences like dining under stars at the Field of Light and access to exclusive sunrise viewing areas at Uluru. Our luxury travelers particularly value the intimate cultural activities, from private Aboriginal guided walks to specially prepared meals using native ingredients. Multi-day luxury trips often mix scenic flights over the outback with unique accommodation - think crocodile-shaped hotels in Kakadu and also harbor-view rooms in Darwin.
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Australia Northern Territory tours for every type of group
Who are you traveling with?
Group
123 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
16 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.
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.
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.
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.
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- Couples29 tours
- Seniors (50+)45 tours All tours for Seniors
Best time to visit Australia Northern Territory
- 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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- Spring 2026
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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When's the Best Time to Visit the Northern Territory?
The NT really has two distinct seasons - wet season runs November through April and dry season May to October. Most people find the dry season's perfect for getting outdoors and exploring places like Kakadu and Litchfield. If you're planning a trip May to October's your sweet spot with comfortable weather and everything's open and accessible.
Do I Need to Rent a 4WD for Northern Territory Tours?
While 4WDs are great for getting off the beaten track you don't always need one. Lots of organized tours use comfortable coaches and 4WDs to get around and if you're doing it yourself a regular 2WD works fine for most popular spots. That said if you're keen to tackle rugged tracks like the 4WD Giles Track on that fantastic 5-day Outback Australia journey from Ayers Rock to Alice Springs you'll definitely want a 4WD.
What Kind of Cultural Experiences Can I Join and Where Do They Happen?
There's some amazing hands-on Aboriginal cultural experiences you can get involved in learning about bush tucker and traditional medicine creating beautiful dot paintings and hearing Dreamtime stories from First Nations guides. You'll find these experiences in national parks cultural centers and on specialized tours. The Red Centre & Uluru Explorer tour's particularly good for this with local guides in Watarrka National Park showing you bush tucker including the famous Witchetty Grub bush medicine and teaching you about dot painting traditions.
Which Places Are Less Crowded but Still Worth Visiting?
If you're looking to dodge the crowds Arnhem Land's incredible but you'll need permission from Traditional Owners to visit. The West MacDonnell Ranges are fantastic too with spots like Standley Chasm Simpsons Gap and Ellery Creek Big Hole perfect for walks and swimming. Kings Creek Station's a bit special too it's actually a working camel farm where you can learn about these amazing animals and even hop on for a ride.
How Do I Get to Natural Areas Outside the Cities?
Getting to national parks and remote spots is pretty straightforward either join an organized tour with comfortable transport and expert guides or drive yourself depending on where you want to go. The Treasures of the Top End & the Iconic Ghan tour's a great option combining The Ghan rail journey with guided trips to places like Kakadu and Katherine Gorge in Nitmiluk National Park you get the best of both worlds.