About this tour
Fly out of Darwin for two and a half hours over [Kakadu National Park](/places/kakadu-national-park)'s remote reaches—wetlands, waterways, and the Mary River spread below you. Depending on the season, you'll see either Jim Jim and Twin Falls in the wet or Arnhem Land's sculpted plateaus in the dry. This is country you simply cannot access on foot, revealed from the air in its full expanse.
Highlights
- Mary River wetlands and waterway systems from above
- Jim Jim and Twin Falls (wet season) or Arnhem Land formations (dry)
- Window seat on fixed-wing aircraft throughout
- Inaccessible landscapes visible only by air
- Free parking at Darwin Airport
- Wheelchair-accessible aircraft and facilities
What to expect
You'll depart Darwin Airport and spend the flight taking in vast, undisturbed country. The pilot navigates you over water systems, wetlands, and the Mary River's snaking course. In the wet season, expect views of powerful waterfalls tumbling over red cliffs; in the dry, the focus shifts to Arnhem Land's distinctive plateau formations and ancient rock art country. The landscape below changes constantly—sparse vegetation, billabongs, and geological features that look entirely different from ground level. Bring a camera with a good zoom; the perspectives reward photography.
Good to know
Infants under two fly free but may sit on a parent's lap if seating is full. Minimum two adults required for the flight to depart. Food and drinks are not included; bring water. Service animals are welcome. All areas are wheelchair accessible.
Frequently asked
- How long does Kakadu, Adelaide & Mary River Scenic Flight take?
- Kakadu, Adelaide & Mary River Scenic Flight runs for approximately 2h 30m.
- How much does Kakadu, Adelaide & Mary River Scenic Flight cost?
- Prices start from AUD $1130 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Kakadu, Adelaide & Mary River Scenic Flight run?
- This tour operates around Australia. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Kakadu, Adelaide & Mary River Scenic Flight?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. The Australian Explorer earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original The Australian Explorer summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.