Darwin
Corroboree Billabong Wetland Day Tour from Darwin
A full-day trip from Darwin with wetland wildlife spotting, a 2.5-hour Corroboree Billabong cruise, lunch and return transport.
4 hours to 1 day
A$235.00

Day trips are ideal for backpackers who want to see more of Australia without changing accommodation every night. They make it possible to reach beaches, national parks, wine regions, coastal towns, and famous sights that sit just outside the main cities, all while returning to base at the end of the day. That makes them especially useful if you are travelling without a car or only have a short window in a destination. This page covers the kinds of day trips that suit real backpacker itineraries: experiences that are scenic, manageable, and genuinely worth the time. Some are relaxed sightseeing escapes, while others are longer adventure-focused outings with packed schedules. If you are looking for the best day trips in Australia to add to your route, this subcategory helps you compare the main options and find experiences that make sense for your budget and travel style.
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Find the best day trips in Australia for backpackers, from easy coastal escapes to iconic regional highlights and guided full-day adventures.
Darwin
A full-day trip from Darwin with wetland wildlife spotting, a 2.5-hour Corroboree Billabong cruise, lunch and return transport.
4 hours to 1 day
A$235.00
Darwin
A small-group Top End nature tour with Fogg Dam wildlife spotting, local history, hotel pick-up and a stop at the Humpty Doo Hotel.
4 hours to 1 day
A$159.00
Darwin
A one-day Kakadu trip by light aircraft with over two hours of scenic flying, a Yellow Water Cruise, lunch and park fees included.
4 hours to 1 day
A$899.00
Darwin
A full-day Kakadu trip with nearly two hours of scenic flying, a cultural river cruise and time at the Ubirr rock art sites.
4 hours to 1 day
A$949.00
Darwin
A long but well-organised Kakadu trip from Darwin with ancient rock art, a Yellow Water sunset cruise, dinner and park entry included.
4 hours to 1 day
A$599.00
Darwin
A small-group 4WD day trip through Litchfield with swimming spots, bush walks, scenic lookouts and a few off-road stretches.
4 hours to 1 day
A$400.00
Darwin
A full-day Darwin trip covering Litchfield highlights, crocodile spotting, swimming spots, picnic lunch and a sunset drink.
4 hours to 1 day
A$265.00
Darwin
A full-day Darwin trip to Litchfield with wildlife spotting, termite mounds, waterfalls and a swim at Buley Rockhole.
4 hours to 1 day
A$161.00
Darwin
A long day from Darwin with a guided 2-Gorge cruise, time to explore Nitmiluk National Park and a stop at Katherine Hot Springs.
4 hours to 1 day
A$599.00
Darwin
A long private day trip from Darwin covering major Kakadu sights, Aboriginal rock art, wildlife viewing and dinner at Humpty Doo Pub.
4 hours to 1 day
A$1,900.00
Darwin
A premium small-group Litchfield day tour with waterfall swims, park entry included and a flexible itinerary designed around the day.
4 hours to 1 day
A$285.00
Darwin
A big one-day Top End trip with a scenic helicopter flight, airboat ride, billabong cruise, brunch and crocodile encounters.
4 hours to 1 day
A$595.00