Mary River Wetlands - Discovery

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Mary River Wetlands -  Discovery
Mary River Wetlands -  Discovery
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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).

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Where you'll be

Darwin Airport

Eaton Northern Territory 0837