Top Darwin Overnight Tours

My two adult children and I had the best time on the 2-day Kakadu-Guluyambi. We learned and discovered so much about the fascinating Kakadu landscape, rock paintings, peoples, flora and fauna. We had quite a varied and informative itinerary, whetting our appetites for repeat and more lengthy visits. Mattia, our excellent guide, is extremely knowledgeable, respectful, patient, and a truly kind and caring person, with a wealth of experience. He could answer all of our voluminous questions, and also give us plenty of time to talk amongst ourselves, catching up on this special occasion of being together, as we live in different states. The atmosphere with Mattia was always very, very pleasant, and he was respectful of my ageing limitations, without making me feel a drag on the itinerary. Our accommodation and meals in Cooinda were delightful- we wished we could have spent another night there. We were mesmerised by the vista from our helicopter flight, as that part of Australia is vast, and much wetter and greener than we had understood. We would love to do other tours with Mattia. We recommend Mattia and this tour most highly!

This is a great way to get a sense of the city, and the commentary pointed us to a couple of attractions we hadn't known about. We got the 9.30 service and went right round the circuit. On the second round we got off at the Darwin art gallery and museum (which opens at 10), then picked up the bus again to the Flying Doctor museum, and later back to the Waterfront area. Finally, we went on Thursday, and caught the special 4.30 service the bus makes to the Mindil night market. It was very good value if you time your visits to catch the bus again.

As a former photographer, I look at landscapes, lighting, and timing with a very critical eye. Our 2-day tour of Kakadu with Mattia Benelli from NT Top Adventures was flawless. Mattia has an incredible understanding of the park's rhythm, positioning us at the perfect spots to witness mind-blowing wildlife and jaw-dropping scenery. We saw absolutely everything we hoped for and more. Mattia’s professionalism, deep knowledge, and impeccable timing made this a bucket-list experience. If you want a perfect, hassle-free adventure in the Top End, Mattia is your guide!

Great way to get to know Darwin. Commentary was informative and clear. Easy to hop on and off at the main attraction for example the museum and art gallery.

Our tour was the one billed as 2 Day Kakadu – Guluyambi booked directly with the operator. Booking the tour, which included an overnight at the Crocodile Hotel in the NP itself and all expenses except dinner at the hotel, was easy. Our many questions before and after booking were answered very swiftly. Pickup and drop off at our hotels in Darwin worked well.What is actually included in your tour depends on the weather and the season. Our tour included among other things the Jumping Crocodiles cruise, the Yellow Water cruise, bird-watching at Fogg Damm and the Ubirr Art and Lookout walk. So, not only did we see the wetlands, but also some of the hillier lands which have been incorporated in the Kakadu NP in recent years, contain important rock art and overlook the vast and distant Arnhem territory. It was a private tour for a family of three in a comfortable SUV, which would have been next to impossible to complete on our own.It was all in all a wonderful experience - for which we had come half way round the world - all packed into two busy days. Our guide and driver Mattia Morelli has lived in the Northern Territory for many years, knows the NP very well and has a deep knowledge and love for the culture of the first land owners. He was always courteous and flexible, and very safe at the wheel.The NT had just been through a lengthy rainy season, so everything was very fresh and green. Many of the tour’s features, including the cruises, were just re-opening after the floods. Highlights for us were the magical late afternoon and sundown Yellow Water cruise, superbly organised by experienced operators, and Fogg Damm which is a fine place to see close up a wide variety of Kakadu birdlife. Mattia also took the trouble to explain the sometimes complex and ancient cultural traditions and art of the local indigenous people in an easily understandable way.This tour and the tour operator NT Top Adventures come highly recommended.

A great experience. Commentary around city was excellent. Being able to choose where to get on and off was wonderful. Operators of the bus very knowledgeable and happy people.

Excellent operation. Mattia is an exceptional tour guide. New and comfortable vehicle, good variety of excursions. Quick and prompt communication.

Driver easily sorted my booking error and happily. The Big Bus is a great way to see Darwin, particularly if you dont have a car. Commentary clear, helpful and entertaining. Thanks to the bus driver and the company for a very pleasant experience. K :)

Really exceptional guide that adapts to any type of interlocutor. Mattia shared her love of the Northern Territory of Australia and knew how to animate the long journeys of this beautiful country. Don’t miss the visits to Lichfield and Kakadu Parks.

Mattia you are a great and beautiful person who gave us many emotions: it was a wonderful tour in which you also made us discover extra program places that were real pearls, unobtainable without a guide with your knowledge of the territory. The professionalism and seriousness demonstrated have meant that in the 5 days of tour we were able to know and appreciate the parks visited. We recommend everyone, even retirees like me, to rely on you to experience the same intense emotions we experienced.

This was one of the best tours I’ve ever experienced. Mattia was a great all round guy, who was extremely knowledgeable about the local region, Kakadu and beyond. Very insightful experience no matter the spot, well thought out tour. I honestly can’t thank Mattia enough for his hospitality and good nature. We can’t recommended NT Top Adventures highly enough, look no further, you’ll have the trip of a lifetime.

Simply superb! The wildlife, scenery, the sense of adventure and the seamlessly planned experience was second to none! Mattia is hugely knowledgeable, very considerate and a true gentleman. The places we visited, animals we saw and memories made were just amazing! This is a brilliant time of the year to do Kakadu - Hot yes but with the wonders of sunscreen, hats, cold water and aircon nothing was too extreme. When I say it felt like a private tour I mean it - at most places we were the only ones there, even in the Crocodile Hotel! Mattia had everything planned meticulously and even managed to secure access to a closed (for the season) UNESCO site so we literally had the place to ourselves!!! He even packed cold drinks and snacks which our 10 year old thought was the bees knees! Cannot fault a thing!

Clear commentary. Darwin has lots of interesting places to visit, might have been better to get a 2 day pass. Great sitting up top undercover with the breeze.

Good service. Good value for money. Good for sightseeing. Enjoyed the experience. Easy to get on board

It was a great hop on hop off experience the driver was great and he was very knowledgeable about the history of Darwin.You HAVE TO SEETHE DARWIN MUSEUM and experience the bombing of Darwin harbor and the Crocasurous is another stop especially if you want to see very very big crocs.All in all I recommend this tour to anyone visiting Darwin.

We were happy to get on - right at the cruise harbour and then to military museum on the morning bus instead of separate bus as brochure said. .Such hot and humid weather. Suggestion for future- have tents for shade at cruise harbour. Also - make 2 lines - priority boarding for us who had tickets. We had to wait in the heat for people to buy tickets from driver.