~~ 01-Apr-2023 to 31-Mar-2025~~Valid for 01APR23-31MAR25:
Only 90 minutes’ drive from Darwin on your way to and back from Kakadu National Park is a wetland experience not to be missed. Corroboree Billabong is part of the beautiful Mary River Wetlands and apart from teeming with birdlife, boasts the largest concentration of saltwater crocodiles in the world. View these prehistoric creatures in their natural environment cruising past the vessel or basking on the banks of the billabong. The birdlife at Corroboree Billabong is prolific and you will see a huge variety of species during your cruise, including White-bellied Sea Eagles, Black Neck Storks (Jabiru), Jacanas, Herons, Ibis, Bee-eaters, Honeyeaters, Flycatchers, Darter, Kingfishers and many more. The 2.5-hour cruise allows time to really explore the wetlands without any rush. Discover the quieter sections of the billabong as you meander through the various interconnecting channels, viewing crocodiles and beautiful birdlife. The wetlands " best locations" are constantly changing throughout the season. Having lunch on board the vessel allows us the flexibility to select the most suitable location where you can enjoy a delicious lunch, surrounded by nature at its very best. Lunch consists of a selection of cold sliced meats and a delicious salad with optional dressing and bread available. Even though this cruise is operating in the warmer part of the day, because of its longer duration there is still plenty of opportunity to view the local wildlife. This cruise is not recommended for young children. The guides local knowledge of the region provides you with the opportunity to view large salt water crocodiles and a good variety of spectacular birdlife in their natural wetland habitat. Enjoy great photo opportunities while viewing the wildlife up close and personal. The open air designed vessel allows you to get up close to the animals with loads of great photo opportunities while viewing the wildlife up close and personal. Learn about the wildlife on the Billabong from your guide who will make your cruise both interesting and informative. The guides local knowledge of the region provides you with the opportunity to view large salt water crocodiles and a good variety of spectacular birdlife in their natural wetland habitat. The access road to Corroboree Billabong adjoins the Arnhem highway 1km East of Corroboree Tavern. There is a further 20km to go from the turn off and the last 4 km of the road to the cruise is a well maintained unsealed road.~~~~ |
