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Litchfield National Park Waterfalls & Wildlife Adventure: Explore Nature's Wonders

Tour Summary

Escape the city and immerse yourself in one of the Northern Territory’s most breathtaking natural landscapes with our Litchfield National Park Waterfalls & Wildlife Adventure. Just over an hour from Darwin, this full-day tour is the ultimate Top End escape—filled with tropical waterfalls, crystal-clear plunge pools, native wildlife, and ancient natural wonders.

Your journey begins with a scenic drive from Darwin to Litchfield National Park, a lush oasis of monsoon rainforests, sandstone escarpments, and refreshing swimming holes. Along the way, you’ll have the opportunity to choose between two unforgettable wildlife experiences. For thrill-seekers, the optional Jumping Crocodile Cruise on the Adelaide River offers a rare chance to witness massive saltwater crocodiles leaping from the water. Alternatively, nature lovers can opt for a visit to the Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve, located on the traditional lands of the Limilngan-Wulna people, to explore wetlands teeming with birdlife, reptiles, and other native species.

Before reaching the park, we stop in the friendly township of Batchelor, where you can grab a tasty lunch to enjoy later in the day. From there, the adventure deepens as we step into Litchfield National Park. Our first natural marvel is the Magnetic Termite Mounds, a fascinating display of natural engineering—tall, spire-like structures perfectly aligned with the Earth’s magnetic field.

Next, we cool off at one of Litchfield’s iconic swimming spots: either the tranquil Buley Rockholes or the picturesque Wangi Falls. Both offer the perfect place to unwind, swim, and take in the stunning surroundings of the tropical bush.

The tour also includes visits to the dramatic Florence Falls and Tolmer Falls, where cascading water plunges into deep pools surrounded by rugged cliffs and lush greenery. These awe-inspiring sights are some of the most photographed waterfalls in Australia, and they never fail to impress.

Throughout the day, you’ll enjoy bushwalks, wildlife encounters, and spectacular lookout views that capture the essence of the Top End’s raw beauty. After a day filled with nature, culture, and unforgettable scenery, we make our way back to Darwin, leaving you relaxed, refreshed, and inspired.

Whether you’re chasing waterfalls, spotting crocs, or simply soaking in nature’s serenity, the Litchfield National Park tour is a must-do Northern Territory experience. Book today and explore the wild heart of Australia’s Top End.

Things to Consider:
  • Depart Darwin, heading south for a scenic drive into the lush heart of the Northern Territory.

  • Choose between two wildlife-rich morning experiences:

    • Optional: Jumping Crocodile Cruise on the Adelaide River

      • Watch saltwater crocodiles leap from the water in a thrilling natural encounter.

    • Alternative: Visit Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve

      • Explore wetlands on traditional Limilngan-Wulna land, home to birds, turtles, water pythons, and more.

  • Stop in the township of Batchelor:

    • Opportunity to purchase lunch to take into the park.

  • Enter Litchfield National Park, one of the Top End’s most scenic natural destinations.

  • Visit the Magnetic Termite Mounds:

    • Marvel at these towering natural structures, perfectly aligned with the Earth’s magnetic field.

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  • Cool off at one of Litchfield’s famous natural swimming spots:

    • Buley Rockholes – a chain of calm, crystal-clear pools.

    • OR Wangi Falls – a larger, picturesque waterfall-fed plunge pool.

  • Visit Florence Falls and Tolmer Falls:

    • View thundering waterfalls, set against dramatic cliffs and tropical forest.

    • Time to swim, relax, or snap unforgettable photos.

  • Begin the return journey to Darwin, winding through the Northern Territory’s rugged landscapes.

  • Reflect on a day filled with nature, wildlife, culture, and refreshing adventure.

  • Arrive back to Darwin at approx. 18:30PM

*Please note that return times may change (see Itinerary Restrictions)

Jodie Hallihan
Jodie Hallihan
Litchfield National Park and Croc Cruise.
What an amazing day! Highly recommended this tour when visiting Darwin. We also included the Croc tour on the Adelaide River. So glad we did. Our tour guide "Becs" was the best. So knowledgeable on absolutely everything!! Nothing too much trouble for Becs. Fantastic stories, great smile and an awesome laugh.
Isabel Steele
Isabel Steele
Went on the Litchfield National Park Top End Day Trip from Darwin
It was a great day out, got to see lots of wildlife and a variety of different areas in Litchfield National Park all in one day. All with enough time for two swims and food along the way. Great lively tour guide with lots of good stories and knowledge!
Kathy Read
Kathy Read
Had a great day on Friday 1st of November 24 going to litchfield & jumping crocodiles.
Autopia driver Lloyd was amazing, was very knowledgeable, great sense of humor, couldn’t have picked a better driver. It’s a must do if you’re visiting Darwin.
Janette Gearman
Janette Gearman
What an awesome Litchfield National Park day tour.
Very informative our guide Lloyd was. Bus was super air conditioned so it was very comfortable temperature wise. Stopped at numerous sites including Wangi Falls such beautiful waterfalls where you could swim up to the falls and Buley Rock pool was so fresh and cool water for swimming. Lloyd went above and beyond. Small group which was good. Termite moulds were impressive
Kathy Cockburn
Kathy Cockburn
Lloyd helped make our Darwin experience truly memorable.
Lloyd’s knowledge of Litchfield National Park and surrounds gave us a better understanding of our experience
Samantha Barber
Samantha Barber
We had only a few days in Darwin and wanted to make the most of our time, so we booked tours to both Kakadu and Litchfield National Parks, and I highly recommend visiting both.
Dani, our guide for Kakadu, shared countless fascinating local stories that made the long drive enjoyable, while Naomi, our guide for Litchfield, was an absolute ray of sunshine. Both guides were deeply passionate about the land and its people, which added so much to the experience. We had considered doing the drive ourselves to save money, but we're so glad we opted for the guided tours. The stories, local insights, and tips made the trip unforgettable, and driving ourselves would have been exhausting trying to fit everything in. If I had to pick one day tour, I’d choose the Croc Cruise over the Fogg Dam tour. And if you’re doing the Kakadu trip, be sure to pack a good lunch and snacks, especially if you’re vegetarian or vegan.
ALESSANDRA PALPAN
ALESSANDRA PALPAN
The scenery at Litchfield and Wangi Falls was spectacular,
The Buley Pools were a lot of fun. I highly recommend including these in your trip to Darwin!
Owen Billingsley
Owen Billingsley
Lloyd (day trip to Litchfield) and Becs (day trip to Kakadu) were both fantastic and full of knowledge.
Lloyd (day trip to Litchfield) and Becs (day trip to Kakadu) were both fantastic and full of knowledge. Only problem was both trips microphones stopped working.
Min Sowden
Min Sowden
Really enjoyed our three day tour.
Felt as though we really got to see and experience both Kakadu and Litchfield. Naomi our tour guide was amazing! - professional, energetic, really knowledgable and fun! The swimming holes we went to were beautiful and we saw so much wild life - lots of crocs, wallabies, water buffalo, wallabies and loads of different birds.

🌏Get Around the Top End and Help Protect Nature and Culture 🐨

Discover the Northern Territory’s stunning national parks while making a real impact! 🐊🌿 For every NT tour booking, we donate $3 AUD to the National Parks Conservation Trust to help protect iconic landmarks like Kakadu and Uluru. Your visit aids vital conservation efforts, safeguarding Aussie wildlife 🦅🐾, preserving sacred Aboriginal sites 🖤💛❤️, and supporting Indigenous communities in sharing their culture. Travel with purpose, connect with nature, and leave a lasting positive footprint. 🚶‍♀️🌄 Book your NT adventure today!