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Available May to August
Tour Overview
This immersive Kakadu cultural experience is designed for
guests who want to go deeper into the landscapes, stories, and living culture
of the national park. Combining scenic flying, ancient rock art, Aboriginal art
centres, and a guided cultural cruise, this tour offers a rich and rewarding
way to experience Kakadu in one well paced day.
Itinerary
Departure time
Departure is subject to cruise availability.
07:00 AM
Check in at the Kakadu Air Terminal in Darwin and meet our friendly team.
07:30 AM
Enjoy a 90-minute scenic flight with live commentary from your experienced
pilot. Fly over the Adelaide River, Mary River National Park, Kakadu’s South
and East Alligator Rivers, coastal mangroves, and the Arnhem Land Plateau.
09:00 AM
Arrive at Jabiru Airport for a short break before transferring to the
Marrawuddi Art Gallery. Enjoy an optional coffee while viewing artwork created
by Aboriginal artists from Kakadu and the surrounding region.
09:30
Take part in a guided bushwalk at the Ubirr Rock Art Site. View ancient rock
art that tells the cultural history of Kakadu and climb to a rocky lookout for
sweeping views across Cannon Hill and the surrounding floodplains. This is a
one kilometre walk over uneven terrain, including some rock climbing. A
moderate level of fitness is required.
11:30 AM
Relax and enjoy a handmade picnic lunch.
12:15 PM
Visit the famous Cahills Crossing and keep watch for crocodiles in their
natural habitat.
12:45
Join the Guluyambi Cultural Cruise on the East Alligator River. Led by a local
guide, this cruise shares stories of Aboriginal culture, local folklore, and
the unique Kakadu environment, with insights into traditional bush skills.
14:30 PM
Return to Jabiru Airport with time to browse the gift shop.
15:30 PM
Depart Kakadu on a 45-minute scenic flight back to Darwin.
16:15 PM
Arrive in Darwin and farewell your guide.
Important Information
A minimum of two guests is required for this tour to
operate. Single traveller bookings may be accepted on a to be confirmed basis.
Please contact our friendly Kakadu Air team directly on 1800 089 113 if
you wish to make a single person booking. We will contact you closer to your
tour date to confirm or to discuss alternative options if required.
Please download the below confirmation email.
There is no parking at our building so you will either need to organise a Taxi to drop you off or park in the Long Term Saver Car Park and then walk to our building. If you choose to self-drive and park in the Long Term Saver Car Park the walk is about 350 metres to our building. The cost of parking will be $29.00 for the day.
Please see below links from Google Maps to help you with your planning.
Walking from Long Term Car Park to Kakadu Air
Pre-book your parking online 3-hours before and receive 15% OFF.
Book your parking – Darwin Airport Promo Code: KAKADU2022
There is no parking at our building so you will either need to organise a Taxi to drop you off or park in the Long Term Saver Car Park and then walk to our building. If you choose to self-drive and park in the Long Term Saver Car Park the walk is about 350 metres to our building. The cost of parking will be $29.00 for the day.
Please see below links from Google Maps to help you with your planning.
Walking from Long Term Car Park to Kakadu Air
Pre-book your parking online 3-hours before and receive 15% OFF.
Book your parking – Darwin Airport Promo Code: KAKADU2022
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Amazing views that you can’t see when you’re driving.
I would definetly come back
James is a passionate and experience e pilot. Flynn came along with us and gave us valuable information and facts about the territory, its geography and history.
You cant miss this jawdropping experience if you visit the park. 6 stars out of 5
The hour flight is the perfect time to experience the views of this Ancient Stone Country and East Alligator River. The landscape colours in late September were an impressive green, unusual for this time of dry season, as late rains brought fresh water to the wetlands. Weaving river,s sand embankments, waterbirds, stone cathedral make this flight once in a lifetime experience.
Flying over Kakadu is breathtaking, a painting in the sky.
The flight crew should be commended for their open commentary and genuine love for this ancient land. I loved the music too. May I suggest Solid Rock by Goanna and Paul Kelly's From Little things Big things Grow.
I was heartened to see the toxic Ranger Uranium Mine in rehabilitation and handed back to the Traditional First Nation Custodians . The Mirarr People.
Thousands of Australians fought for the the end of his toxic uranium mine in the heartland of this ancient and sacred land of Kakadu in the 1990s.
I hope through these flights people understand how sacred and how important these lands are and continue to support sovereignty for these lands for the traditional owners and their continued protection.
It was smooth and easy. The best for travel sickness sensitive people like myself.
Don’t get me wrong “A day in Kakadu” is an investment, but my gosh, worth absolutely every penny. From the minute of arrival into the waiting lounge, Liam, our guide and pilot made sure we were constantly informed the whole time while keeping the ball moving.
The whole time the group felt as if we were in great hands and were made sure to have a spectacular time. Not only was Liam very informative he constantly made sure to go the extra mile to ensure we were enjoying ourselves.
If he noticed something on the ground worth seeing he made sure everyone got a look, even if it meant doing a circle or two. This is really refreshing as it never felt like a rushed traditional tour.
Thanks Liam for a great day out. For anyone thinking about it, I’d recommend the experience.
We took a 60 minute morning flight from Cooinda, our pilot Toby was friendly and professional. He gave a great commentary throughout the flight guiding us through the stone country, over the Ranger mine, Jabiru and the wetlands.
The scenery was spectacular from the air and makes you realise how special the area is. We would highly recommend taking a flight with Kakadu Air the whole experience was fantastic!!!
Angie & Chris ????
We took a 60 minute morning flight from Cooinda, our pilot Toby was friendly and professional. He gave a great commentary throughout the flight guiding us through the stone country, over the Ranger mine, Jabiru and the wetlands.
The scenery was spectacular from the air and makes you realise how special the area is. We would highly recommend taking a flight with Kakadu Air the whole experience was fantastic!!!
Angie & Chris 😀
But the actual flight itself was breathtaking with the scenery. You can't appreciate Kakadu fully until you fly over it, even if it is only part of it.
My favourite highlights were flying over the stunning Jim Jim Falls and Twin Falls and looking at the rock escapement 'Lightning Dreaming'. So grateful to tick it off my bucket lists.
Thank you to the pilots and team at Kakadu Air for making this flight so special and memorable ❤️????????
Highly recommended ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
spectacular view of a section of kakadu
Our pilot, Owen, was amazing, professional and knowledgeable! Hands down, the best way to see the vastly differing landscapes of this ancient natural wonder.
I went on the Kakadu in a Day tour and it was such a fantastic experience. The views from the air were breathtaking and the close up experience on the Yellow Water tour was wonderful.
We saw loads of crocodiles and bird life in their natural habitat.
The barramundi lunch was delicious and our pilots were friendly and super knowledgable.
Highly recommended and a must do when visiting Darwin.
Pilot, Myles, did delay takeoff as I was late arriving at airport after searching for a chemist to purchase Covid test. Thank you Myles
Flight to Kakadu was extremely informative and enjoyable. Myles pointed out interesting landmarks all the way and added humour to entertain us along the way. Viewing the Alligator rivers winding through the landscape from above was amazing and helped me to appreciate the significance of he Rainbow Serpent in indigenous stories. Looping over Twin Falls and JimJim Falls gave a perspective that is unbeatable. Seeing the massive rock formations, extensive mangroves and floodplains from the air helped me understand the impact of the two seasons experienced in NT.
Unfortunately only spotted one crocodile on the cruise which was enjoyable but restricted due to flooding. The guide did explain the need to conserve Kakadu and how the local indigenous people are caring for the area. I could feel their pride in the continued preservation of the area.
Lunch at the Barra Bar was delicious and ready when we arrived as Miles had booked a table and pre-ordered our lunches. No time wasted in queues! Would recommend the burger.
At Warradjan Cultural Centre we were able to wander through the exhibits at our own pace. Again the pride in the history of the area was evident. The shop was full of authentic souvenirs and the knowledge of the manager was amazing.
Thank you Myles a very enjoyable day. Cheers Michelle
We did the cultural tour with 2 children aged 10 and 13
Amazing flight from Darwin over the land, waterways, pastoral leases and Jim Jim Falls - great commentary, super friendly pilots and the small Cessna made the flight great . We then went by road into ubirr and saw rock art, hiking, caves and so much more. Day concluded with a cruise up the river with a traditional owner. Lunch was provided and was excellent catering to my dietary needs as well as being kid friendly
We saw all of the highlights in a day, had a blast and would do again! Definitely recommend
I'm not a good flyer on small planes but the pilots were great - no air sickness.
Don't take another second to consider - just DO IT!
P.S. SORRY, there were a lot more photos but the file size was too big. see their brochures - they are exactly what you will see. I can guarantee the scenery is breathtaking.
Very calm and stable as we completed our 30 min flight over some fantastic landscapes of the top end
Our pilot was first class ensuring that safety was of his highest priority closely followed by ensuring that we experienced the trip of a lifetime.
By doing an early morning flight we were able to make the most of the calm, clear air at that time of morning ensuring a more enjoyable flight as well as excellent conditions to view the sights of Kakadu.
I would highly recommend spending the money to do experience a flight of Kakadu because until you do you do not really appreciate the beauty and rugged scenery of this very special part of the Northern Territory.








































































