1 Day Corroboree Billabong Wetland Experience including 2.5 hour cruise + lunch
See an abundance of birds, saltwater crocodiles and other wildlife on a full-day tour to the Corroboree Billabong, from Darwin. En route, visit Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve and Window on the Wetlands Visitor Centre before continuing to the Corroboree Billabong for a 2.5-hour boat cruise. You’ll get an up-close experience of the wetlands and informative commentary from your friendly and knowledgeable guide throughout the day. With round-trip transportation and lunch included, this tour is the perfect way to explore the wetlands from Darwin!
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1 Day Corroboree Billabong Wetland Experience including 2.5 hour cruise + lunch
Pickup included
What's included in 1 Day Corroboree Billabong Wetland Experience including 2.5 hour cruise + lunch
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve
Originally set up as a large scale rice growing project in the 1950`s Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve attracts a wide range of local and migratory water birds and other wildlife including one of the largest populations of snakes within Australia
Window on the Wetlands Visitor Centre
Enjoy interactive displays offering an insight into the ecological processes that occur in the wetlands and seasonal changes that are experienced. Also on display is extensive information explaining the Aboriginal & European histories of the area. From the upper viewing deck you will also get fantastic views over the Adelaide River floodplains.
Wetland Cruises - Corroboree Billabong
Corroboree Billabong is part of the beautiful Mary River Wetlands, which are teaming with birdlife and also boasts the largest concentration of saltwater crocodiles in the world. View these prehistoric creatures in their natural environment cruising past our vessel or basking on the banks of the billabong. The birdlife at Corroboree Billabong is prolific and you get the opportunity to see a huge variety of species during your cruise. Learn about the wildlife on the Billabong from your experienced, knowledgeable guide who will ensure your cruise is both interesting and informative. Our open air designed vessel allows you to get up close to the animals with plenty of opportunities to take amazing pictures as we cruise around this nature lover`s paradise
Inclusions
- 2.5 hour wetland cruise
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- PLEASE ADVISE US OF ANY SPECIAL DIETARY REQUIREMENTS AT TIME OF BOOKING
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Experienced local guide
- Ice Cold water provided on bus and boat
- Drinks
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 4 years
- Please bring a hat, mosquito repellant, sunscreen, camera. Binoculars are also recommended
- Please advise us if you have special dietary requirements for lunch
- We provide cold water on board. Please bring a refillable water bottle
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Additional Information
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: PLEASE CALL (08) 89855855 24 HRS PRIOR TO TOUR DEPARTURE TO CONFIRM YOUR HOTEL PICK UP LOCATION AND ANY DIETARY REQUIREMENT. WE WILL THEN CONFIRM YOUR PICK UP TIME (PICK UP TIMES VARY DEPENDING ON THE LOCATION) Below are more pick up locations available: Chilli Backpackers, Mitchell St, Darwin (pick up from Mantra Esplanade) 9:00 - 9:45 AM Coolalinga (Pick up from Bus stop on service road near Puma service station (south of McDonalds) 9:30 - 9:45 AM Crocodilly Inn (old YHA) 9:00 - 9:15 AM Darwin City Hotel, 59 Smith St, Darwin - (pick up Shadforth lane) 9:00 - 9:15 AM Darwin Free Spirit Resort (pick up from Bus stop in front of Puma service stn) 9:15 - 9:30 AM Darwin Waterfront Apartments (pick up at 7 Anchorage Crt, Darwin) 9:00 AM Fannie Bay Jail - 8:45 - 9:00 AM Mandorah Ferry Terminal - 8:45 AM Marina View Apartments - 8:45 - 9:00 AM MOM Darwin(pick up Shadforth Lane which is located behind Melaleuca establishment) 9:00 - 9:15 AM Poincianna Inn 9:00 - 9:15 AM Robbie Robbins Reserve (pick up other side of highway) 9:15 - 9:30 AM Shell Palmerston 9:15 - 9:30 AM Tipperary Waters Chook Shed 9:15 - 9:30 AM Tourism Top End (end of mall) 9:00 - 9:15 AM Value Inn (pick up Shadforth lane) 9:00 - 9:15 AM Winnellie Shopping Centre - 9:15 - 9:30 AM YHA Darwin (pick up Shadforth lane) 9:00 - 9:15 AM Youth Shack (pick up Mantra on Esplanade) 9:00 - 9:15 AM Zen (Ramada suites in drop down menu)
