The Top End Educational Tourism Activities
Guluyambi Cultural Cruise
Led by: First Nations Guides
Guluyambi Cultural Cruise is a unique boat tour on Kakadu’s scenically spectacular East Alligator River.
Take in the wonderful pristine wilderness of this World Heritage landscape as groups cruise leisurely upstream. An
Aboriginal guide provides insight into their culture, local mythology, the river’s abundant food chain, traditional uses
for many plants and animals as well as bush survival skills.
The 1 hour and 45 minutes cruise is usually included on the way back from Mamadawerre/ Mikginj Valley/Kudjumarndi itineraries, depend on high tide across Cahill’s Crossing.
Litchfield National Park
Led by: Red Earth
Litchfield National Park, covering approximately 1500 km², is near the township of Batchelor, 100 km south-west of
Darwin, in the Northern Territory of Australia.
Groups will swim at Florence Falls and visit the Magnetic Termite Mounds.
Florence Falls has two access points; the shortest path is down 160 steps; the other is a 1km monsoon walk along an
uneven cobble path with some steps. One of Litchfield National Park's most impressive sights is the hundreds of
Magnetic Termite mounds standing up to two metres high on a wide flat plain.
Not included on every itinerary, these tours will depend on the Homelands visited. Groups will either camp at
Litchfield NP or nearby at Tumbling Waters.
Territory Wildlife Park
Led by: Territory Wildlife Park
The Territory Wildlife Park gives visitors authentic and up-close encounters with the animals and plants of the Top End. The Park is a mix of zoo-type exhibits and natural bush, with attractions spread out around a 4km loop road linked with free shuttle trains and natural walking paths. The Main Station Cafe, Nocturnal House and Aquarium are airconditioned. The Park is a 45-minute drive south of Darwin city adjacent to the Berry Springs Nature Park.
We are exploring the Park’s school campground in 2024, which then includes a morning in the park. Groups will
have approximately 2 hours to move around the park and explore the various encounters. A fun, engaging and
interactive experience exploring all things top end.
Included in itineraries that focus more on tourism, or suitable for younger groups.
Berry Springs Nature Park
Led by: Red Earth
Berry Springs Nature Park is a picturesque area 47km south of Darwin that is a popular day trip destination for
picnics and swimming.
During World War II, Berry Springs was part of a rest and recreation camp set up by the armed forces for the
100,000 personnel based in the area. Several huts and weirs were built at Berry Springs during this time, and you can
still see the remains around the main pool.
Groups spend 1-2 hours at Berry Springs, cooling off in one of the shady pools, and depending on the itinerary, may
have lunch here. Before swimming, leaders will provide a safety briefing and set clear boundaries with the group due
to submerged rocks and slippery ground.
If included in the itinerary, Berry Springs would be on day one or the final day before departing to the airport.
RFDS Darwin Tourist Facility
Led by: RFDS Tourist Facility
The Royal Flying Doctor Service Darwin Tourist Facility is an exciting attraction on Stokes Hill Wharf that brings to
life two iconic Australian stories. Both iconic stories are retold using state of the art technology including Virtual
Reality headsets, hologram movies, audio-visuals and touch screen TVs as well as the fascinating story boards.
The first story is the Royal Flying Doctor Service,
affectionately known as the RFDS. Founded in 1928 by Reverend John Flynn, it began its aero-medical operations in the Northern Territory in 1939. The second story is the Bombing of Darwin on 19th February 1942. The bombing raids by the Japanese, brought destruction to the city of Darwin and many of the events that happened that day are featured.
Included in itineraries that focus more on tourism, groups would spend 1.5 – 2 hours inside the facility.
Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory (MAGNT)
Led by: Red Earth
Set in a scenic location on Larrakia Country at Bullocky Point in Darwin, MAGNT is home to internationally renowned artistic, cultural and scientific collections and research programs. Each year MAGNT presents a dynamic program of
internally-developed exhibitions carefully curated from the collection, and the best travelling exhibitions from around
Australia. It is also the home of the annual Telstra National Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Art Awards - the most
significant award of its kind in Australia.
Included in the select immersion itineraries, groups would visit MAGNT on day one of immersion (flight time dependent). Depending on the group size and group type, we can get a private guide to show the group around
specific exhibits of interest (this is something new we are exploring).
Maguk Waterfall (Kakadu National Park)
Led by: Red Earth
One of Kakadu’s lesser-known attractions, Maguk is a pristine natural waterfall and plunge pool at the base of steep gorge walls. Located an hour’s drive south from Cooinda, Maguk is accessed from a 14km four-wheel drive track off the Kakadu Highway, followed by a 1km walk through monsoon forests, crossing Barramundi Creek. A 4WD is
required to access the site. An entry fee is required to enter Kakadu National Park.
Included in select immersion itineraries, groups will stop at Maguk for a refreshing swim and lunch. Before swimming,
leaders will provide a safety briefing and set clear boundaries with the group due to submerged rocks and slippery ground.