Day tour

Join Top End Explorer Tours in a small group of like-minded people on this adventurous 4WD safari to the edge of the impressive Arnhemland escarpment and experience these two world renowned icons of World-Heritage-listed  Kakadu National Park!

Your guide will collect you from your accommodation in the township of Jabiru at 06:45,  or from Gagudju Lodge Cooinda (Home of Yellow Waters) at 07:30 - it's worth getting up early to see these must-do's on your journey to Kakadu!

Travel comfortably in our air-conditioned 4WD through the savannah woodlands of Kakadu, which might initially appear lifeless, but have more diversity than you’d ever expect!  Share your guide’s knowledge about Kakadu National Park with its changing landscapes and distinct ecosystems.  Discover the astonishing variety of bush tucker (food supplied by Mother Nature) and potent medicine plants.  Let your guide introduce you to the culture of the local Aboriginal people and tell some stories about the history of the area.

Find out more interesting facts about the native flora and fauna on a bushwalk through  the shady  monsoonal  rainforest  along  Jim Jim Creek.
Be rewarded for hiking 900 metres over large rocks and boulders into the gorge with a refreshing swim in the cool, clear waters under the towering cliffs of Jim Jim Falls, a hot cuppa, and ample opportunity to take that perfect photograph. 

Please note:     Jim Jim Falls may or may not be flowing,
                      depending on seasonal conditions.

Your journey continues with an adventurous drive on the 4WD track towards Twin Falls.  A short boat trip and a stroll along the edge of the creek lead us into Twin Falls Gorge.   Try to catch a glimpse of a pig-nosed turtle in the deep water of the creek or the timid freshwater crocodile basking in the sun.  Take a break and enjoy your picnic lunch on the beautiful white sandy beach at the base of the magnificent Twin Falls. 

Please note:     Swimming is currently not permitted
                      in the gorge of Twin Falls.

During the cooler months of the dry season your guide might take you on the Twin Falls escarpment walk, as an alternative to the trip into the gorge, depending on the fitness level of all participants and seasonal conditions (subject to guide’s discretion). The initial climb on this marked walking track is steep and challenging, but the scenery on top of the Arnhemland escarpment you’re about to discover is breathtakingly beautiful! Cool down in the clear water above the waterfalls and be in awe of Kakadu’s stone country.

The walks on this tour are challenging. A good level of agility, balance and fitness are required to climb over rocks, which can be slippery with water and sand and have uneven surfaces. There are no formed walkways or hand rails - this is Nature!

Children are welcome, however, this tour is generally not suitable for families with very young children (under 5 years of age), unless they have undertaken similar bushwalks etc. previously.

What
to bring

To get the most from this unique day, please bring the following:
Your hat, personal water bottle, comfortable walking shoes, camera, spare batteries/ film, bathing costume and towel, sunscreen* and a sense of adventure!

* Due to concerns for the environment we recommend UV-protective clothing instead of sunscreen.

What's
included

Pick up  from  your  accommodation  in  Jabiru,  Kakadu  Culture  Camp, or Cooinda is included (transfers between these two locations can be arranged on request, luggage restrictions apply, please ask us), experienced tour guide, travel in air-conditioned 4WD, small group (max. 9 persons), admission to Twin Falls boat shuttle, morning tea, picnic lunch, refreshments, iced drinking water.
A fun and active day to remember!

Cost

Adult:   $AUD 159.00 (per person, incl. GST)
Child:   $AUD 135.00 (under 14 years, incl. GST)

Prices are valid until 31 December 2008.

Tours depart daily from June to November
(subject to seasonal conditions).

Departures

06:45    Jabiru   (Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn, Lakeview Park
                       or Aurora Kakadu Lodge)

07:00    Kakadu Culture Camp

07:30    Gagudju Lodge Cooinda (bus shelter)

Top End Explorer Tours are also available for private tours,
family and group charters (2-6 persons per vehicle),
designed to suit your personal preferences, POA.

Contact

For more information or to make a booking please contact

Top End Explorer Tours