Australia · BOAT TRIPS IN DARWIN
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 boat trips in Darwin worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Review of Darwin’s Litchfield and jumping crocodile tour, with waterfalls, swimming holes, lunch, transfers, tips, cost, and practical advice.
“What an amazing day. Didn’t think we could top the croc cruise and then we had a magical day at Litchfield. A beautiful part of Australia. Dylan was a brilliant guide, lots of laughs and stories. Would recommend 100%.”
See huge saltwater crocodiles leap from a shaded boat on Darwin’s Adelaide River, with lively commentary, wildlife, and excellent value.
“Captain Jack was very informative and knowledgeable and experienced in the local flora and fauna and all the estuaries”
Review of Darwin’s three-hour sunset catamaran cruise, with flowing sparkling wine, tapas dinner, harbor views, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“Excellent cruise… exactly as described. Food/drinks/staff/ service… the best. Second time I’ve been on this cruise, highly recommend”
Review the Darwin to Litchfield tour with jumping crocodiles, three swimming spots, bush picnic lunch, transport, value, and practical tips.
“Fax was great - very entertaining and knowledgable, even the dad jokes.”
Review the Charles Darwin Dinner Cruise, with sunset harbour views, a Territory buffet, practical tips, pricing, food, seating, and value.
“A little pricey for what you get. We were underwhelmed with what was on offer in the buffet of a vanilla style. Lots of people cramped on board too.”
Review of Darwin’s Cape Adieu Sunset Dinner Cruise, with four-course Top End food, harbour views, practical tips, price advice, and FAQs.
“What an amazing way to spend the night. Sailing on the Cape Adieu was so nice we didn't want it to end. The service from the staff was 5 star, so friendly and fun to chat with. The food was fantastic, the Barraumundi was cooked to perfection. To top it off the sunset was amazing. A must to do when visiting Darwin we thoroughly enjoyed it.”
Review of the 2-hour Nitmiluk Gorge Cruise near Katherine, with practical advice on scenery, Jawoyn culture, accessibility, price, and booking.
“Very informative, great young indigenous man running it. Knew a lot. Will recommend to all to do it. Thanks alot”
Review the Corroboree Billabong tour from Darwin, with a 2.5-hour wildlife cruise, crocs, birdlife, lunch, and hotel transport.
“The whole experience was wonderful. Connie was a really lovely lady who was full of interesting information and clearly loved imparting this to all on board. Really loved seeing the special Jabiru couple (birds) and the white belly sea eagles and their spectacular nests. Thanks for a wonderful day Connie.”
See wild jumping crocodiles, Fogg Dam wildlife, and Humpty Doo on a practical four-hour Croc Bus tour from Darwin.
“Absolutely brilliant ! Highly recommend great laugh from the time your picked up to dropped off, very friendly and bubbly and a great experience!”
Cruise Darwin Harbour at sunset with wild-caught fish and chips, a drink, local commentary, and friendly crew aboard a small boat.
“Wonderful experience would highly recommend to anyone. Friendly crew and beautiful views of the Harbour.”
Review of the Katherine Gorge day tour from Darwin, with Edith Falls, Adelaide River War Cemetery, lunch, and a two-hour gorge cruise.
“We had a wonderful day visiting the Adelaide River War Memorial, Edith Falls and the highlight Katherine Gorge. It is a very, very long day with a 6am pick up and an 8:30pm drop off. Libby our driver was brilliant so much knowledge of Darwin and she entertained us throughout the day. She has a great singing voice! Very comfortable coach with heaps of leg room and reclining seats. USB ports were great for charging our phones. Note there is NO included WIFI on day trips only included on longer tours. Edith Falls was beautiful to swim in very relaxing. Bring a floating device if you are not a strong…”
Review the Darwin Mary River wetlands tour, with Fogg Dam, a 2.5-hour wildlife cruise, lunch, crocs, birds, and practical tips.
“Great day with great informative guide, Luke. crocodiles, birds, water buffalo, masses of lillies. highly recommend”
See wild saltwater crocodiles leap beside your covered boat on a 1-hour Adelaide River cruise from Darwin, with expert guides and Indigenous ownership.
“Would recommend! It was a nice tour and the guides know what they are doing.”
Review the Darwin Harbor sunset cruise, with a Territory buffet, seafood, sunset views, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“Fantastic! What an awesome way to spend Good Friday. Very professional, welcoming and onto every aspect of the cruise! Fabulous food and happy to cater for our food intolerances - couldn’t be more accommodating. The way the staff catered for a large number of patrons sending us up group by group so nobody missed out on anything and it was run smoothly. Highly recommend this cruise!”
Review of Darwin’s 90-minute sunset harbour cruise with wild barramundi, chips, a drink, local stories and a possible sandbar stop.
“Staff wonderful and very helpful. Food was excellent and great sunset”
Reef days, coast roads, wine country and the red centre.
