Kakadu in a Day Flight Tour

• Get up to $80 cash back per person when you book with us
• A full-day tour to Kakadu National park, flying out of Darwin
• A 1 hr 30 min scenic plane flight over some of the Top End's most iconic sights
• A 1 hr 30 min Yellow Water billabong cruise, seeing incredible wildlife & flora
• A delicious outback lunch at Barra Bar & Bistro
• Spend time at the Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre, learning more about the world's oldest living culture
• Return 45-min flight from Kakadu National Park to Darwin
• All national park entry fees
• The minimum number of guests to book this tour is two
• Departs from the meeting point at Kakadu Air Terminal, 2 Slade Ct, Eaton NT 0820

This scenic flight and full-day tour is a perfect choice if you're short on time but still want to tick off the "must-dos" of Australia's largest National Park, Kakadu.

Kakadu is dual-listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List for its outstanding natural and cultural values. No trip to the Northern Territory is complete without a visit to this iconic National Park.

Enjoy 1 hr 30 min of spectacular scenic flying, cruise on the Yellow Water billabong, visit the Warradjan Cultural Centre and still be back in Darwin for late afternoon and evening activities.

The Northern Territory experiences two seasons – wet and dry. While this incredible experience runs year-round, the itinerary varies slightly between the two seasons to accommodate changes in the landscape and varying access. 

Dry Season – May to November

8:30 am

Check-in at Kakadu Air Terminal.

9:00 am–10:30 am

Kick start the day with a 1 hr 30 min scenic flight paired with informative commentary delivered by your expert pilot. This extended flight tracks over Adelaide River, Mary River National Park, and Kakadu's winding South and East Alligator Rivers. See the coastal mangroves holding back massive floodplains to reveal the Arnhem Land Plateau standing proudly on the Eastern side of Kakadu.

11:30 am–1:00 pm

The Yellow Water billabong is rich with flora, wildlife and changing landscapes. So sit back and relax on a 1 hr 30 min cruise through Kakadu's wetlands. It is a journey remembered for a lifetime.

1:00 pm–2:00 pm

Indulge in a delicious outback lunch at the Barra Bar and Bistro at Cooinda Lodge Kakadu. It has a relaxed atmosphere with a menu that features native ingredients plus classic favourites.

2:00 pm–3:00 pm

Developed by the Aboriginal traditional owners of Kakadu, wander through Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre. The displays include personal histories, videos and artifacts that illustrate stories that the traditional owners want to share with you. Browse the gallery gift shop offering traditional didgeridoos, local artwork, and more.

3:00 pm–4:00 pm 

Depart Kakadu on a 45-min ferry flight back to Darwin before bidding farewell to your pilot. 

Wet Season – December to April

8:30 am

Check-in at Kakadu Air Terminal

9:00 am–10:30 am

Kakadu comes to life in the Wet season. Start your morning with 1 hr 30 min of scenic flying paired with informative commentary delivered by your expert pilot. This extended flight tracks over Adelaide River, Mary River National Park, Kakadu's winding South and East Alligator Rivers, and coastal mangroves holding back massive floodplains to reveal the Arnhem Land Plateau standing proudly on the Eastern side of Kakadu. Finish your aerial sightseeing with views over the mighty Jim Jim and Twin Waterfalls.

11:30 am–1:00 pm

The Yellow Water billabong is rich with flora, wildlife and changing landscapes. So sit back and relax on a 1 hr 30 min cruise through Kakadu's wetlands. It is a journey remembered for a lifetime. Keep an eye out for crocs sunbaking!

1:00 pm–2:00 pm

Indulge in a delicious outback lunch at the Barra Bar and Bistro at Cooinda Lodge Kakadu. It has a relaxed atmosphere with a menu that features native ingredients plus classic favourites.

2:00 pm–3:00 pm

Developed by the Aboriginal traditional owners of Kakadu, wander through Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre. The displays include personal histories, videos and artifacts that illustrate stories that the traditional owners want to share with you. Browse the gallery gift shop offering traditional didgeridoos, local artwork, and more.

3:00 pm–4:00 pm 

Depart Kakadu on a 45-min ferry flight back to Darwin before bidding farewell to your pilot. 

Where we Visit:

• From the air
  • Adelaide River
  • Mary River National Park
  • South and East Alligator rivers
  • Arnhem Land Plateau
  • Jim Jim and Twin Waterfalls (wet season only)
• From land
  • Yellow Water billabong
  • Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre

• The minimum number of guests to book this tour is two
• The Company reserves the following rights, to cancel or postpone any flight without notice should a circumstance occur that might represent a threat to the safe conduct of the flight or tour
• Guests must provide their approximate weight; as the Company operates light aircraft, take-off weight is a safety issue, the pilot will not fly overweight, or compromise safety
• All flights require a check-in 30 minutes prior to the advertised departure time

• Reservations cancelled inside of 72 hours (3 days) from departure will forfeit payment in full
• Reservations cancelled between 72hours and 168 hours (7 days) from departure are refunded 50%
• Reservations cancelled beyond 7 days will receive a full refund
• If cancelled due to COVID-19, passengers will be given the option of an alternative time and/or date. In the instance that rescheduling is not a possibility, Kakadu Air will be able to offer a credit voucher or refund the amount
• Reservations cancelled inside of 72 hours (3 days) from departure are not given refunds.  Reservations are transferable to alternative dates or people. Passengers travelling are required to provide 24 hours' notice