The information below is provided to give you as much information as possible about our one-day tours, how they are run and what we offer.
If you are looking for the FAQs please scroll further down.
Please see separate multi-day tour trip notes for information on our Kimberley, Kakadu and Gulf Savannah, Kakadu and Arnhem, Central Australia and West Coast tours.
HEALTH AND FITNESS
1-day Litchfield National Park tour
This tour does not require much walking at all. There is a 200m flat walk on a concrete path to Wangi Falls and a similar distance to get to Buley rock hole. Therefore, the tour does not require any high level of fitness and is much more about experiencing the sites and swimming.
1-day Kakadu National Park tour
The most walking on this tour is at the Ubirr rock site. The walk around the art gallery is 1km. It is not necessary to complete the whole walk. You also take a steady incline up the rock to reach the Nadab lookout; this walk is manageable, not strenuous and there is no rush.
ITINERARY CHANGES
Our 1-day tours operate in the peak season, during the months of June and July. During these months it is highly unlikely that we would need to change the itinerary due to weather conditions, it is typically dry with no rain. However, in the case of an unprecedented weather event or any other cause for the itinerary to change (road closures, site closures for cultural reasons, etc), we will alter the plan as necessary which may involve going to other places of interest.
COVID SAFETY ON TOUR
Kimberley Off-Road Adventure Tours have completed our COVID-19 plan at the request of the NT government and we have been issued with our Statement of Commitment.
We ask all passengers:
- If you are feeling unwell with cold or flu-like symptoms please do not join the tour or get tested prior to joining the tour to confirm your symptoms are not COVID related
- If you feel you may have been exposed to COVID-19 please get tested prior to joining the tour
When you join the tour, your guide will brief you on the hygiene practices we recommend to follow whilst on tour. We will carry hand sanitiser and cleaning products; there will be signage on the truck as a reminder to follow best hygiene practices. Please feel free to bring your own hand sanitiser if you would prefer.
We recommend all passengers bring a mask with them, it is your choice whether you want to wear it or not.
We highly recommend all passengers take out travel insurance.
VEHICLES
We travel is 24-seater air-conditioned Rosa buses.
SAFETY
All our vehicles carry remote first aid kits including a snakebite kit, and we have satellite phones for use in an emergency. All our guides are trained in first aid and know where the remote area evacuation points are. They also carry first aid kits, snakebite kits and a satellite phone on each of the walks.
Your guide will also inform you of all the relevant information to keep you safe during the activity and whilst swimming. If you have any concerns or questions please talk to your guide.
We recommend all passengers take out travel insurance to cover you for any medical expenses in the unlikely event that you may need medical assistance. We cannot recommend a travel insurance company as each passenger’s individual needs and circumstances are different; it is important you get the right cover for you.
AGE-LIMITS AND PRICING
Children must be 5+ yo.
Pricing is as follows:
1-day Litchfield National Park
Adults $170 / $210 with crocodile cruise
Children $110 / $155 with crocodile cruise
1-day Kakadu National Park
Adults $280
Children $240
WEATHER
We operate our 1-day tours in the dry season during June and July. These are the best months to visit because it is when we have the optimum daytime and night-time temperatures. In the day you can expect 30-35 degrees with low humidity, and early mornings and evenings are typically between 20-28 degrees.
MEALS
Please ensure you bring a water bottle. We carry an esky of drinking water on board which you will be able to use to top up your water bottles throughout the day.
Snacks:
Cereal bars and fresh fruit
Breakfast:
We do not provide breakfast on our tours so we recommend you eat prior to boarding or bring a snack to eat as we drive to the national park.
Our Kakadu tour is a 5.30am departure. We will stop on the way to Kakadu National Park and there will be an opportunity to buy a coffee and something to eat if you prefer.
Lunch:
We provide lunch on all our 1-day tours.
We provide a buffet meal, you can pick and choose what you would like to eat. Please be mindful that the list below is an example, we will do our best to provide this but it depends on availability and we may need to make substitutions:
Wraps
Deli meats
Avocadoes
Beetroot
Pineapple
Sweetcorn
Four beans
Tomatoes
Cucumber
Carrot
Lettuce / spinach
Condiments
Dinner:
Dinner is not provided. You will be back at your accommodation by early evening.
DIETARY REQUIREMENTS
We provide a buffet lunch as we understand customers have different preferences and needs.
If the lunch option listed above does not suit your diet, you can opt for one of the following a Gluten Free / Coeliac, vegetarian, vegan or pescetarian option for the added cost of $15pp. Please make a note of this at the time of booking.
VEHICLES
We travel in 24-seater air-conditioned Rosa buses.
In the Northern Territory child safety seats are not required by law for commercial vehicles of this size.
LUGGAGE
Bring what you feel you will need. Please be aware all your belongings will be your own responsibility. We will lock our vehicles but if you leave anything on the bus you do so at your own risk.
TRAVEL DISTANCES
The best places in the Northern Territory are not all conveniently located next to each other and also not necessarily close to Darwin. To see some places worth seeing, we are required to travel. We aim to minimise the time spent sat in the vehicle and our itineraries are designed to break up the drive. If you need to get off the vehicle simply talk to your guide and he’ll be able to pull over when it is safe.
NATIONAL PARK ENTRY FEES
1-day Litchfield National Park tour
You must purchase your own NT Parks pass to participate on our 1-day Litchfield National Park tour. If you're a visitor to the Northern Territory (NT), you need a pass to visit most national parks and reserves.
Pass type Adult Child Family
Day pass $10 $5 $25
2 week pass $30 $15 $75
Open pass - valid for 12 months $60 $30 $150
Northern Territory residents do not require a Parks Pass to walk, camp or for day use on Parks and Reserves in the NT. Proof of residency may be requested by Rangers.
To buy your Parks pass use the Northern Territory booking system.
Find out more information here, or contact the Parks and Wildlife team on 08 8999 4555 or parkmanagement.pwcnt@nt.gov.au
1-day Kakadu National Park tour
If you are traveling on our 1-day Kakadu National Park tour you will need to purchase your own Kakadu National Parks pass. This is different to the NT Parks pass as Kakadu is run by the federal government and not the NT government.
For each:
Adult Child Family Concession*
(16 years and over) (aged 5-15 years) (2 adults and 2 or more children)
Dry Season $40.00 per pass $20.00 per pass $100.00 per pass $30.00 per pass
(15 May - 31 October)
Tropical Summer $25.00 per pass $12.50 per pass $65.00 per pass $19.00 per pass
(1 November - 14 May)
Park passes are valid for 7 days.
*valid for a recipient of an Australian aged pension, an Australian disability pension or their carer, holder of an Australian Seniors Card or Australian veteran.
Your find out more information here and buy your Kakadu pass here. If you have questions regarding the pass, please contact kakadu.parkpass@parksaustralia.gov.au If you are unable to purchase your pass online, we will stop off on the way to the park and you’ll have the opportunity to buy your pass.
PACKING LIST
Sunscreen
Make sure you’ve purchased your park entry fee
Water bottle
Sunscreen
Hat
Swimming gear
Towel
Goggles / snorkel
Comfortable walking shoes
Day bag / backpack
Snacks
Wallet
Camera / phone (make sure it is charged or bring a battery pack)
Sunglasses
Your preferred insect repellent
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q. What time will you pick me up and where from?
A. We can pick-up from your accommodation in the city, or the surrounding suburbs. If you are outside of these pick-up areas, please get in touch so we can arrange an appropriate meeting point.
Please send through your pick-up address as soon as you have booked it via email to info@Kimberleyoffroadtours.com This helps us when we are working out the pick-up times prior to the tour.
Your guide will pick you up between 6am - 7am for the 1-day Litchfield National Park tour and between 5.15am – 6am for the 1-day Kakadu National Park tour.
We will be in touch a couple of days prior to your departure to provide you with a more precise pick-up time. Please be aware that this time is an estimate and our guide can get held up so please be patient.
Q. What time will I be back in Darwin at the end of the tour and where will you drop me?
A. On our 1-day tours we aim to get you back to your accommodation about 6-6.30pm. Please be aware this time can vary.
Q. How can I book a tour?
A. We encourage bookings to be made online here, this way we can ensure we have all your correct details and you have accepted the necessary waiver.
Q. I am traveling solo, will I be out-of-place and is there a single supplement I need to pay?
Singles, couples, friends and family members all join our tours. It is perfectly common for solo travellers to join our group tours and you are very welcome. You will not be out of place but among good company. There is no single supplement fee.
Q. Should I be worried about mozzies, sandflies or March flies?
A. Although these bugs are not much of a concern on our trips, there can be some areas where you might require some protection, therefore if you are bothered by bugs, please bring your preferred repellent or clothing.
Q. I’m not the best swimmer, should I be doing this tour?
A.We carry a couple of pool noodles to help you float but please inform your guide at the beginning of the tour if you can’t swim or if you’re not a confident swimmer, so they can keep a close eye on you. You can also include this information under ‘Special requirements’ on our booking form. If you are not comfortable being in the water, please do not go in. You can simply relax in the shade; it is not compulsory to swim.
Q. How can I charge my camera or phone?
A. Please make sure your phone or camera is fully-charged before joining the tour. You will not be able to charge any devices whilst on tour.
Q. Is there Wi-fi available whilst on the tour?
A. There will likely be spots within the national parks where you will get service. Telstra and Optus are usually the best providers to get a signal.
Q. Will I need to pay for any activities whilst on tour?
A. No, all activities are included in the price of your 1-day tour. If you are doing the 1-day Litchfield National Park tour, you have the option to do the jumping crocodile cruise. If you choose to do the cruise you need to select and pay at the time of booking.
Q. How many kilometres should I expect to walk?
A. On both of our 1-day tours there is not a lot of walking involved. You can expect to walk between 1-3km.
Q. What type of shoes should I bring to walk in?
A. When deciding on what shoes to pack please consider you’ll be walking on well-trodden and/or man-made paths. Make sure whether you choose hiking boots, trainers or sandals that you are familiar with walking in them, and that you are comfortable spending the day in them.