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Mary River Wetlands – Discovery
Highlights
- Experience breathtaking aerial views of the Mary River Wetlands on a scenic helicopter flight from Darwin.
- Embark on an exhilarating airboat adventure to encounter the highest concentration of Saltwater Crocodiles in the Southern Hemisphere.
- Join passionate guides for an unrivalled safari cruise, revealing vibrant flora and diverse wildlife in Australia’s largest wetland system.
- Capture stunning photographs of unique wildlife, including jabirus and kingfishers, amidst the picturesque landscapes of Corroboree Billabong.
Nautilus Aviation is proud to partner with Wildlands Wetlands Safaris to offer scenic helicopter flights to and from the Mary River Wetlands where you will enjoy an exhilarating, sensory-filled airboat adventure and safari cruise!
The world-class Mary River Wetlands are a photographer’s paradise! Teeming with wildlife – and specifically, the highest concentration of Saltwater Crocodiles in the Southern Hemisphere – is a must-do experience! The highly qualified and passionate guides of Wildlands Safaris will take you on an unrivalled tour of Australia’s largest wetland system.
From the helicopter gain a true appreciation of the size and beauty of the wetlands and from the airboat and safari cruise, close views of crocodiles, colourful flora and a myriad of native wildlife including wallabies, jabirus, sea eagles, kites, kingfishers, brolgas, buffaloes and jacanas.
The Mary River system is an 80-minute drive east of Darwin along the famous Arnhem Highway. However, by helicopter, arrive at Corroboree Billabong after a 30-minute scenic flight (60 minutes round trip).
Itinerary highlights
MAry River
Tour details
- On demand
Features
Service facilities
Service Tags
Sevice Activity
Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
Operation information
Nautilus Aviation
Nautilus Aviation has been operating as a privately-owned and operated luxury Helicopter charter company since 1993. With bases in Darwin, Cairns, Townsville and Horn Island their fleet is one of the largest and most versatile in north Australia.
With a team of highly-trained pilots with an unrivalled amount of experience and knowledge of the Northern Territory, Nautilus Aviation will ensure your journey is one that you will always remember.
Nautilus Aviation works in partnership with a number of the regions top tourism operators, enabling them to make your tour extra special. Nautilus Aviation operate a range of piston and turbine-powered helicopters, allowing them to tailor to the needs of clients.
As a commitment to the industry and clients, Nautilus Aviation are constantly reinvesting in the business with our top-of-the-range helicopters. Executive-style fit-outs, air-conditioning, in-flight audio entertainment systems and leather interiors are just some of the features of the expansive fleet. Nautilus Aviation is equipped to ensure absolute comfort in any setting, for any operation.
Activities
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Memberships
- Australian Tourism Export Council
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- NT – Tourism Top End
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