Overland Tour to Arnhem Land From Darwin

An overland tour by 4 WD to Arnhem Land from Darwin is a worthwhile experience. The Arnhem Land is characterized by its pure untouched nature, a place where saltwater crocodiles and dugongs are habitual locals, and home to nearly seventeen thousand mostly Indigenous Australians.

Access to Arnhem Land

The Arnhem Land region can also be accessed by 4WD along the Central Arnhem Road, which connects to the Stuart Highway south of Katherine. From Darwin, it’s a 253-kilometre drive to Jabiru via the Arnhem Highway. Access from the south is via the Kakadu Highway. 

Kakadu National Park, Katherine Gorge and Nitmiluk National Parks.

Experience the natural and cultural treasures of World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park and a visit to Katherine Gorge and Nitmiluk National Parks on this diverse, Overland tour from Darwin. Kakadu is also lauded for its walks, Aboriginal art sites, escarpments and jaw-dropping views over Arnhem Land.

Yellow Waters Billabong & Nourlangie Rock

Go croc-spotting and see wild birdlife on a cruise down the Yellow Waters Billabong, and admire a desert gallery of ancient Aboriginal cave paintings at Nourlangie Rock.

Arnhem Land

Arnhem Land is wild, spiritual and diverse, with rugged coastlines, remote islands, rivers teeming with fish, lush rainforests, towering escarpments, and savanna woodlands. Wildlife is abundant throughout East and West Arnhem Land. There are lots of saltwater crocodiles and the area provides an important conservation habitat for dugongs, nesting turtles, and migratory birds.

Activities at Arnhem Land

Top Fishing Site

Arnhem Land is recognized as one of the best fishing destinations in the world. Fishing enthusiasts head to the Cobourg and Gove peninsulas for barramundi, or Groote Eylandt for game fishing species such as marlin and sailfish, mainly between November and March. 

Learn About Aboriginal Art

Arnhem Land’s connection to Aboriginal culture is strong. You can gain an understanding of this unique landscape and its fascinating people through art and cultural tours.

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