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Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls Day Trip Escape from Darwin

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Katherine Gorge Cruise and Edith Falls Day Trip Escape from Darwin

13 hours
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Offered in: English

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Overview

Nitmiluk National Park (formerly Katherine Gorge National Park) is one of the Top End’s most dazzling destinations—but at a 7-hour round trip from Darwin, it’s a challenging drive. Leave navigation to your accredited Outback driver/guide on this low-stress package, which includes a cruise between the glowing sandstone walls of Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge and a guided bush walk (fitness permitting) to the tumbling Edith Falls cascades.

Spend the day exploring Nitmiluk National Park with a driver/guide
Cruise between 230-foot (70-meter) sandstone cliffs in Nitmiluk Gorge
Take a leisurely walk to Edith Falls, where there’s also swimming in season
Hear tales of the Jawoyn people, traditional owners of this majestic land

What's Included

A boat cruise through Katherine Gorge
Guided bush walks (1-2km, subject to fitness level)
Hosted by an accredited outback driver guide
Comprehensive local tour commentary
Air-conditioned mini-coach travel

Meals not included. Guests will have an opportunity to support locals and buy lunch along the way.
Hotel transfers pre/post tour itinerary to a nominated pickup point.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Travelodge Resort Darwin
64 Cavenagh St, Darwin City NT 0800, Australia
Our main meeting point for this tour will be outside the entrance to the Travelodge Darwin, 64 Cavenagh Street at 6.30am. Please wait out the front gates and not in the hotel foyer, to avoid missing the bus.

Start time

06:30 AM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Darwin

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Adelaide River

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Nitmiluk National Park

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Edith Falls

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Darwin

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
A minimum moderate level of fitness is required to complete the walks.

Child policy 6 years old and over, not suitable for children 5 years old and under.
This itinerary may vary to adapt to seasonal changes and occasionally spots in the parks close or do not allow swimming. As safety is our top priority we plan accordingly to ensure our guests have the most fun and best experience possible while on tour.
Please ensure you have checked the average temperatures for the time of year you are travelling and have packed adequate clothing.
Prior to booking, we strongly recommend guests purchase travel insurance.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Featured review

Alannah_M

Had an exceptional knowledgable guide, Robert. He made the day so interesting and enjoyable. Having lived in Katherine himself, his local knowledge was vast. The trip was long but because Robert was able to talk to us with interesting facts throughout the trip, the day seemed to go by relatively quickly. Katherine Gorge was great but the highlight was Edith Falls. So pristine and beautiful. A big thank you to Robert for making this trip so memorable. He went out of his way to make sure we had a great day.

Reviews

4.5

66 reviews

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Katherine

VickiAnne_L, Apr 2024

Highly recommended this tour. I is a very long day but well worth it. Guides were great but just could have been a little more informative.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Hi Katherine, Thank you for your kind review on our Katherine Gorge Tour! We're so glad you had such a great time! We hope to see you again soon! Shania

NITMILUK NATIONAL PARK

JOSEPH_B, Jan 2024

Great tour. Highlight of the day was the power boat cruise in Katherine Gorge. (Nitmiluk) We were lucky that the water levels were high for such a ride. If I'm not mistaken this takes place only about ten times a year. Edith Falls was also a beautiful sight. A special mention to our guide Becs. Such a bubbly cheerful person. Made this trip so enjoyable. And a great driver too.

Response from Host, Jan 2024

Hi There, Thank you for leaving us a 5 Star Review! We're so thrilled to hear you enjoyed our last minute itinerary change due to the weather and loved the Power Boat through Katherine Gorge! What an experience! Shania :)

Fantastic

Hannah_C, Jan 2024

Excellent day! Becks (driver / tour guide) was utterly fantastic and really invested in giving us the best day possible. There is a lot of driving but she made sure we were comfortable and entertained with facts, anecdotes and music. The natural beauty of the places we visited was astounding. Highly recommend.

Response from Host, Jan 2024

Hi Hannah, We're so glad you had such a great time with Becs on our Katherine Gorge tour! It is quite a long day, but a day well worth it when you experience what you do! Shania :)

Fabulous Tour

Carly_C, Jan 2024

A fabulous tour that i especially recommend to solo travellers to meet like minded people. The sites were amazing and Becs our tour guide was loads of fun, very knowledgeable and very accommodating. Just book, you won’t regret it. This is what seeing the NT is all about.

Response from Host, Jan 2024

Hi Carly, We're so glad you had such a great time on the Katherine Gorge tour with us! Reviews like this are the reason why we love doing what we do! Solo travel can be scary but we always try our best to ensure everything feels included and involved and have the best day ever! Shania

Great trip

Simon_F, Nov 2023

The driver and guide called Becs was brilliant. She made sure we had a good time and was comfortable in the bus. 800 km drive and she was still looking after us. Good job Becs.

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Hi Simon, Thank you for your kind review! We are so glad you had such a great experience visiting Katherine Gorge with our lovely guide Bec! We hope to see you again soon! Thanks, Shania :)

So much more special than I'd guessed

Johanna_H, Nov 2023

Katherine Gorge is awe inspiring! I thought it would be enjoyable but had no idea how special it is. One of the great sights! And we had a brilliant guide, knowledgeable, mellifluous, calm, alert. Edith Falls was just wonderful! Soft, warm, clear water, all to ourselves, beautiful red rocks and greenery and the lively, gentle falls. A delight. So glad I did this - a lifetime memory!

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Hi Johanna, Thank you so much for your kind review!! We are so glad you enjoyed our beautiful Katherine Gorge Day trip and made some lifetime memories on the trip!! We hope to see you again soon! Kind Regards, Shania x

Extraordinary

Jenny_S, Oct 2023

Extraordinary experience in a beautiful part of Australia. The guides were very knowledgeable and attentive.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Hi Jenny, Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed this tour and we hope to see you again :) Iza

Katherine..Bus trip is 4.5hrs one way

Trish_M, Oct 2023

The river cruise itself was good, knowledge tour guide. Edith Falls was dismissal compared to other Falls. The journey from Darwin is much longer than advertised, overpriced and uninspiring. My husband and I had to sit at opposite ends of the bus due to his height and needing leg room. Short single lady would not give up her roomy seat, so i could sit next to my husband. All in all very disappointing, hugely expensive, considering there is no food provided.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Hi there, We are sorry to hear that you were not satifised with your experience on tour! All feedback on our tours is appreciated, if you have any further comments, please do not hesitate to email us at info@autopiatours.com.au. Iza

Katherine Gorge

Marlene_L, Oct 2023

Was glad to show my sister how beautiful the Gorges were I would definitely go again the guide did a great job

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Hi Marlene, Thanks so much for leaving a review! We are so glad that you enjoyed Katherine Gorge :) Iza

Marvellous

Nicole_P, Oct 2023

It was great to finally see the gorge. What a beautiful land we live in. The young tour guide was very informative and friendly. Was a bit warm but we were warned that it was the build up time of year. We still enjoyed the trip

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Hi Nicole, Thank you so so much for taking the time to leave such an awesome review! It is really great to hear about the exciting experience of our guests and their lovely feedback on our guides :) We are so glad you enjoyed your time on tour. Regards, Madi

Professional and lovely guide

Ling_L, Oct 2023

Emily was extremely professional and was a lovely guide. She made the trip so interesting with her commentary, I had such a wonderful time travelling and seeing Katherine and talking with Emily on the way.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Hi there, Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review! We are so happy to hear that you had a great time on tour with Emily :) We hope to see you again in the Top End! Madi

A Must-Do Tour in the NT

Paul_B, Sep 2023

Visiting Katherine Gorge, now known as Nitmiluk, is a must-do when visiting the NT. Emily was our fun and knowledgable tour guide, our thanks to her for ensuring a great day for everyone on board. My only negative is that this is a very long and hot day, so recommend either the tour commences earlier (5.30-6.00) or is offered as an overnight tour.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Hi Paul, Thank you so so much for taking the time to leave such a descriptive and lovely review! It is so exciting to hear positive experiences from our guests and of our guides as well :) We do already offer a number of overnight and extended tours as we realised 1 Day Tours may feel too long for some customers! We thank you for your feedback and are so glad you enjoyed your time on tour :) Regards, Madi

Great experience and well-organised tour

Daniel_S, Sep 2023

The Gorge is stunning and the cruise was excellent. Cruise guides were knowledgeable and navigate well through the river, plenty of time to see and experience the gorge and take lots of photos. Swimming at Edith Falls was a highlight too and a perfect way to cool off after a hot day. Our tour guide Adam was very friendly and knowledgeable - he gave us enough information and explained what we were seeing, but also let us rest and travel quietly at the right times. If you’ve only got a day, definitely the way to see Katherine Gorge. It’s a long day, but very worth it.

Our guide bj who took us...

marilyn_m, Aug 2023

Our guide bj who took us a adventure to the beautiful kathering gorge.such a knowlegable guide on the history of places on our way down and back.katherine gorge is absoulutly stunning and a bucket list has been ticket off.words done describe the gorge you need to venture down to see this beautiful miracle.and bathe in its history.i would recommend to anyone.

Response from Host, Sep 2023

Hi Marilyn, Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review! It is so exciting to hear positive experiences from our guests and of our guides as well :) We are so glad you enjoyed your time on tour. Madi

Awesome

Keith_C, Aug 2023

Awesome trip. Andrea was a great guide. Loved the group and we were able see lots of things on the way.

Response from Host, Sep 2023

Hi Keith, Thanks for you5 Star review! We are so glad you enjoyed our Katherine Gorge and Edith Falls Tour :) Madi

Great tour

Vicki_B, Aug 2023

This is a great tour. Katherine gorge is just beautiful. It is quite a drive through to and from Darwin.

Response from Host, Sep 2023

Hi Vicki, Thanks so much for your 5 Star review! We are glad you enjoyed the tour :) Madi

Size and Wonder

Craig_N, Aug 2023

Photgraphs do not show the shear size and wonder of what you are looking at the tour guide was sensational worth the trip every time

Response from Host, Aug 2023

Hi Craig, Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review! It is so exciting to hear positive experiences from our guests :) We are so glad you enjoyed your time on tour. Regards, Madi

Gorge and falls getaway in the dry

Anna_L, Aug 2023

An extremely well planned tour. Lovely and experienced female driver. We had time for a good swim in Edith falls, which was fantastic. Came back home on time and the company on the bus was great too. I live in Darwin but hiring a trip makes traveling easier and less risky.

Beautiful scenery

Tash_L, Jul 2023

Great tour, very friendly, beautiful place. Highly recommend this trip, the scenery is amazing. Something you will never forget

Response from Host, Jul 2023

G'Day Tash, Thanks heaps for the great review! We are thrilled that you enjoyed your day and all the beautiful scenery. We hope you will join us on another one of our tours soon. Cody

The best Northern Territory experience

Alison_W, Jun 2023

As first time visitors to NT, this trip gave us the the best way experience Katherine Gorge, Edith Falls and also many other places of interest along the way thanks to the incredible local knowledge of our wonderful tour guide and driver, Richard. He kept us entertained, on time and well informed throughout the day. Thanks again...Paul and Alison

Response from Host, Jun 2023

Hey Paul and Alison! It's awesome to hear that your first-time visit to the Northern Territory was such a fantastic experience, thanks to your amazing tour guide and driver, Richard. We're thrilled that you had such a wonderful time on your trip. Paul and Alison, thank you for choosing this tour and allowing us to be a part of your memorable Northern Territory adventure. We hope you'll cherish these experiences and have many more amazing adventures in the future! Cody