About this tour
A two-hour fixed-wing scenic flight departing Darwin that sweeps across [Litchfield National Park](/places/litchfield-national-park) and the Daly River delta, revealing the region's most dramatic geography from above. You'll bank over tiered waterfalls, ancient escarpments, and crocodile-filled wetlands before returning along the remote western coastline. Window seats throughout let you photograph the landscape without obstruction.
Highlights
- Florence, Wangi, Tolmer and Sandy Creek Falls from altitude
- Magnetic Ant Hills and Lost City formations
- Darwin River Dam and Rum Jungle Uranium Mine
- Daly River delta meeting the sea
- Remote West Coast via Channel Point and Crab Claw Island
What to expect
You'll check in at Kookaburra Air before a 0900 departure. The flight covers ground inaccessible by road, banking over Litchfield's escarpments and cascading waterfalls as you head south toward the wetlands. The landscape shifts from red earth and ancient stone to tidal flats where saltwater crocodiles breed. On the return leg northward, the route hugs the coast past remote settlements and islands before landing back at base by 1100. The fixed-wing aircraft offers stability and unrestricted views from your window seat.
Good to know
Bring sunscreen and a hat for ground time. The flight suits all fitness levels. Infants under two fly free but may sit on a parent's lap if the plane is full. Minimum two adults required to confirm the tour. Parking is complimentary. Food and drink are not provided.
Frequently asked
- How long does Litchfield Park & Daly River - Scenic Flight From Darwin take?
- Litchfield Park & Daly River - Scenic Flight From Darwin runs for approximately 2 hours.
- How much does Litchfield Park & Daly River - Scenic Flight From Darwin cost?
- Prices start from AUD $1020 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Litchfield Park & Daly River - Scenic Flight From Darwin run?
- This tour operates around Australia. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Litchfield Park & Daly River - Scenic Flight From Darwin?
- 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.