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Northern Territory selfdrive tourist guide
Kakdau National Park, Litchfield National Park, Katherine Gorge, Tropical Darwin City

4 Day Selfdrive Route Darwin, Litchfield, Adelaide River

• Access: 2 Wheel Drive on sealed and unsealed roads access
• Start: From Alice Springs
• Return: To Darwin in Northern Territory Australia
• Highlights: Adelaide River, Litchfield National Park, Fogg Dam, Adelaide River Crocodile cruise, Darwin City Sights.

Day 1: Travel 90mins down the Stuart Highway to Adelaide River.

On the way stop at Adelaide River and visit the Adelaide River Railway Station and Adelaide River War Cemetery to learn about the local history.

Then back up the highway 15min and turn off to Litchfield National Park Spend the next two days following the Litchfield Loop tourism drive. On arrival in the park explore Wangi Falls and enjoy an easy walk around the falls. For the energetic, travel to Tolmer Falls for a bush trek. Spend the night camping in the park or stay in accommodation in Batchelor just a few kilometres outside Litchfield National Park.

Day 2: Florence Falls, Tolmer Falls, to Darwin.

This morning continue exploring the Litchfield National Park. Start the day with a refreshing swim at Buley Rockhole or the spring-fed Florence Falls.

In the afternoon continue the loop back to Darwin.

Day 3: Darwin to Adelaide River - Crocodile Cruises

Travel from Darwin down the Stuart highway and turn left around 45klm down and travel along the Arnhem Highway till you reach the Fogg Dam Sign and turn left to the Harry Bowmans - Adelaide River Crocodile cruise.

Some 6klm down the turnoff from the Arnhem Highway is Fogg Dam but if you continued on and followed the hand made signs the road goes on for another 10 odd klms (or so it seemed) to a dead end.

From there turn right and the jumping crocodile cruise is located on their private stretch of the Adelaide River at the end of Fogg Dam Road.

All in all it was about 75 minutes since you leave Darwin. I then followed to the right on a dirt track form some 5klm to Harry Bowmans - Adelaide River Crocodile cruise.

Last we heard it was $43 for a adult and $16 for a child with 4 cruises a day and the boat capivity is 30 folks. Cruise times are 9am, 11am, 1pm, 3pm Daily from May to November.

Day 4: Darwin City Sights

Spend the morning relaxing and enjoy brunch at one of the many cafes or restaurants along Mitchell Street or at Cullen Bay Marina.

Spend the day walking around town and taking in the sights.

In Darwin city follow the Historical Walk to discover the city's history and see Parliament House and Survivors Lookout for a view accoss the wharf precinct.

Just out of town take a scenic walk along the coast of Darwin Harbour, past Mindil Beach and the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory.

 

Notes:
• Fatigue causes many crashes in Australia.
• When driving long distances, stop and rest every 1-2 hours.
• Try to have someone sit beside you to keep you company driving as our NT roads can be long and straight.
• Alcohol and driving don’t mix.
• For experienced drivers the blood alcohol level is 0.05.
• Provisional drivers and young drivers may not have any alcohol before driving.
• Seat belts and child restraints must be worn by all vehicle occupants.
• Always carry a copy of your driver’s license in English.

 

• Take plenty of water on all Outback trips;
• check distances and driving conditions;
• and ensure you have adequate petrol at all times.
• Remember, rule ‘Number 1’ in the Outback: if your car breaks down you MUST stay with your vehicle for safety reasons.
• Don’t drive after dark.
• Parks & Wildlife Commission Northern Territory provides information on camping, National Parks, and permits.
• Ensure you are informed re the safety of swimming in the ‘Top End’ – many areas are not safe to swim due to crocodiles.
• Call +61 (0) 8 8999 4401 for information.

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