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

5 Day Selfdrive Route from Darwin to Adelaide River, Litchfield and returning to Darwin

• Access: 2 Wheel Drive on sealed and unsealed roads access
• Start: From Darwin
• Return: To Darwin in Northern Territory Australia
• Highlights: Aquascene, George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens, Adelaide River, Litchfield National Park, Florence Falls, Tolmer Falls.

Day 1: Darwin Spend the day exploring some of Darwin's natural attractions. Visit Aquascene, in the heart of the city, where hundreds of fish can be hand-fed at high tide. Take a self-guided walk through the George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens. The gardens contain many species of tropical plants, including orchids, bromeliads, cycads and palms. End the day at the Deckchair Cinema, an outdoor cinema where movies are watched in deckchairs under the stars. e.

Day 2: Adelaide River, Litchfield National Park Spend the next two days following the Litchfield Loop tourism drive. 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. 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.

Day 3: 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 4: 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 on an unsealed road..

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. So we received a special once off private tour. 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 5: 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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