Litchfield National Park contains several types of typical Top End habitats, including lush monsoon forests, termite mounds, unusual rock formations, waterfalls and cascades.
The Park encloses much of the spectacular Tabletop Range, which is a wide sandstone plateau mostly surrounded by cliffs. During the green season four major waterfalls thunder from the cliffs to tropical rock pools, many metres below. During the dry season, the waterfalls flow more gently, making the waterholes perfect spots for a cool dip.
The Park’s traditional owners are the Wagait Aboriginal people, many of whom live in the area. The tour follows the Stuart Highway via the township of Batchelor, to Litchfield National Park where you will visit the main falls.
First stop is Florence Falls, where you have the opportunity for a scenic and interpretive bush and monsoon vine forest walk. There is also the chance for a swim by making your way down the stairs to the plunge pool below.
Travel on to Tolmer Falls for a magnificent view of the water cascading down to the deep waterhole at the base of the falls.
Finally we visit Wangi Falls, with its large crystal clear pool, another relaxing spot for a swim. A great day for taking many fascinating photos, including the amazing stand of termite mounds.
A picnic lunch is included.
Departs: Daily 0715 from Darwin hotels
Returns: 1800 approximately to Darwin hotels
What to bring: Camera, water bottle, comfortable shoes, hat, swimmers & towel.
