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The Nitmiluk HeliSwim Adventure
Highlights
- Soar above the stunning 13-gorge system of Nitmiluk National Park, taking in breathtaking views of sandstone escarpments.
- Descend beside a secluded waterhole for a refreshing swim, surrounded by the natural beauty of the Top End.
- Experience guided swimming in clear pools framed by ancient rock formations, ensuring a memorable escape from the heat.
- Enjoy the thrill of a private helicopter tour, tailored for small groups to maximise your adventure and comfort.
Fly the full 13-gorge system of Nitmiluk National Park before landing beside a secluded waterhole to cool off in true Top End style.
Lift off from our helipad inside Nitmiluk National Park and track across the majority of the iconic 13-gorge sytem. From above, towering sandstone escarpments, ancient rock formations and the winding Katherine River reveal the immense scale of this landscape.
After experiencing the gorge system from the air, the helicopter descends beside a remote waterhole for a guided swim stop.
Within Nitmiluk National Park, several safe year-round swimming locations offer clear pools and cascading water framed by sandstone country. Your pilot selects the most suitable site on the day, ensuring optimal swimming conditions and scenic vantage points from both above and below.
Tour details
- On demand
Features
Service facilities
Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
Operation information
North Horizon Heli Adventures
Experience Nitmiluk Gorge (formerly known as Katherine Gorge) by helicopter with North Horizon Heli Adventures. They have exclusive landing rights at Nitmiluk Gorge, allowing you to experience Nitmiluk in a truly unique way.
Their scenic helicopter flights, cultural tours and tailor-made helicopter adventures allow you to discover the spirit of this vast landscape and its people. Their tours access the rich cultural heritage, with its traditions, stories and landscapes that are significant to Aboriginal people. You will tick off bucket-list experiences that create lifelong memories.
They are the only Indigenous-owned helicopter operator in the Northern Territory. They involve the local Traditional Owners in their business, allowing them, and their guests, to foster meaningful cultural experiences while contributing to the preservation and promotion of Indigenous culture.
They have been operating helicopters in the Norther Territory for over 30 years and have an exceptional safety record. Your safety is their number one priority.
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Accreditations
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
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Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
Memberships
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- Visitor Information Centre
- NT – Tourism Top End
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