If you want to fit in all of the quintessential Top End activities into the one day then this is the tour for you! With a helicopter, airboat, cruise boat and crocodile safe swimming cafe there is no better way to experience the spectacular local wildlife and landscapes of the Litchfield region. Guests will see the majestic floodplains from above in a scenic helicopter flight and spot crocodiles, birds and even buffalo on a thrilling airboat ride through the channels and into the rainforest. Our cruise boat takes guests along Sweets Lagoon billabong for a slower pace perfect for birdwatching and taking pictures whilst tucking into a gourmet BBQ meal. We have Australia’s only nature-based croc safe pool where guests can take a dip and get face to face with a wild saltwater crocodile. The tour finishes off with an exciting feeding and exhibition with one of our rescue monster crocodiles caught by Matt Wright himself. Experience a once in a lifetime Top End day adventure with us!
In demand: 20 of the next 22 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour departs and returns back to Darwin
We pick up from four locations in Darwin City and surrounds and also offer this tour as self drive. Pick up locations are: 6.20AM Mindil Beach Casino Resort Reception 6.30AM Matt Wright Reservation Office 6.40AM Adina Vibe Hotel Reception 7.00AM Coolalinga McDonalds, Service Road Please indicate your preferred pick up location within the notes at checkout.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Top End Safari Camp Day Tour lasts about 7 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
Prices start at $423 per person for this Darwin experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 8:30 AM.
Children aged 4–14 pay from $387, adults from $423.
It can: 20 of the next 22 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. We pick up from four locations in Darwin City and surrounds and also offer this tour as self drive. Pick up locations are: 6.20AM Mindil Beach Casino Resort Reception 6.30AM Matt Wright Reservation Office 6.40AM Adina Vibe Hotel Reception 7.00AM Coolalinga McDonalds, Service Road Please indicate your preferred pick up location within the notes at checkout. Pickup points include Adina Darwin Waterfront.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 24 participants.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 463 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Top End Safari Camp.
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Jake our guide/airboat skipper was so knowledgeable about the wildlife and his passion for caring for the rescue crocs was evident. We tagged on the helicopter flight, which was an amazing experience flying over wetlands and spotting wildlife. Topped off with a refreshing swim and drinks in the pool. Would definitely recommend!
Awesome day out, very knowledgeable guide, very reasonable price for an added helicopter trip and very friendly staff.
We had the best time! Jake and Dani and Liam were absolutely great guides and took amazing care of us, we felt safe and well looked after the whole time! We had friends come to Darwin for the first time and this was a perfect ‘Darwin in a day’ experience, we loved all of it
In one day we checked so many things off our Wishlist of wildlife, sites and experiences we hoped to have while visiting NT from Texas! From pickup to drop off, we would not change a single thing. With the exception that I would have made sure we had the time to stay overnight at Camp. We did not want the day to end when we left and the accommodations appeared just as good as any hotel in town! Communication with booking, confirmation of what to expect/be prepared for and pickup (prior to the day of), etc was exceptional. The tour description on the Top End site is what was delivered. The price was extremely reasonable for all the activities and the smaller group (15-ish) was perfect size for ample space and site seeing. From visiting and watching the crocodiles be fed, to the heli flight, airboat and more relaxing billabong cruise, we were informed how keep ourselves safe while getting the most enjoyment out of each experience. No other tour I found could offer so much diversity in just one day. They also have a handy pub you can purchase beer/wine from if you didn’t bring your own. Thank you Matt, Kaia, Jake (for being an awesome and knowledgeable guide for the day) and the rest of the Top End crew for allowing a couple from halfway around the world the opportunity to encounter so much that Australia has to offer! Hope to visit y’all again!
What a fantastic day Friendly and great guide, Danni your a star. Feeding Matts pet crocs with Matt and enjoying a beer at the end of the day capped off a great experience. We will be back, and thank you!
From the moment Jake (and his dog Kaia) picked us up in Darwin CBD, we knew this was going to be a great day. We kicked things off with a river boat cruise and a delicious breakfast on board - the perfect, relaxed start to the adventure. Jake's knowledge was next level. He didn't just talk crocs - he gave us a real appreciation for the whole ecosystem, the birdlife, and how it all fits together. You can tell this isn't just a job for him, it's a genuine passion, and it made the whole experience so much richer. Then came the airboat ride, which was lots of animal encounters from start to finish. Feeding the big crocs was an absolute highlight - equal parts thrilling and unforgettable. To top it all off, we finished with a scenic helicopter ride and relaxed by the pool with a cold beer, still buzzing from the day. Fun, informative, relaxing, and thrilling all in one — this place checks every box. If you're heading to the Top End, do not miss this experience!
Incredible experience. Everything was planned perfectly. Small group so we made great friendships. Highly recommend it.
Amazing day out and one of the best experience days we have done. Airboats, river cruse, helicopter ride and crock feeding all amazing. Great for all ages and one not to be missed.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We had an amazing day with Top End Safaris and couldn’t recommend them highly enough! The staff were exceptional and our tour guide was fantastic — knowledgeable, friendly and entertaining. There was something for everyone, with our group ranging from 12 to 80 years old, and we all thoroughly enjoyed it. We saw a jabiru on its nest, freshwater and saltwater crocodiles, buffalo and an incredible variety of birdlife. Watching the crocodiles being fed was a highlight, and the helicopter flight was absolutely incredible and made the experience even more special. We were also treated to a fantastic buffet-style breakfast, and finishing the day with a swim in the infinity pool and a drink at the bar was the perfect way to top it all off. A huge thank you to our wonderful guide and all the staff at Top End Safaris for making the day so enjoyable and memorable. It was definitely one of the highlights of our Top End trip and an experience we won’t forget. Highly recommended! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Picked up at Coolalinga. Great. Drive out about 1 1/2 hours. Introduction to guides. Saftey instructions done. Onto cruise boat, with huge, self serve breakie. Lots of photo opportunities. Next the air boat ride...spotting wild life again....back to land. Feeding of captured crocs. Lots of informative information. Back for refreshments and chopper rides....bused back to starting point. Great day out and thoroughly enjoyable. Thank you Top End
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top End Safari Camp Day Tour | 7 hours | 4.9 (463) | $423 | |
 5 Day Top End Camping Tour - Kakadu, Nitmiluk & Litchfield | 5 days | 5.0 (6) | $1,704 | View |
 5 Day 4WD Kakadu Koolpin Safari | 5 days | 5.0 (15) | $1,346 | View |
 Darwin Private Shore Tour: Wild Crocodile Safari & Fogg Dam | 6 hours | — | $1,130 | View |
 5 Day Kakadu Katherine Gorge Litchfield 4WD Camping Adventure | 5 days | 4.9 (50) | $1,324 | View |
 Multi-Day Fishing Safari from Darwin Staying Aboard a Mother Ship | 2 days | — | $7,727 | View |
 Litchfield National Park and Jumping Crocodile Cruise | 11 hours | 4.9 (2,240) | $167 | View |