Darwin

Along the coast of the Northern Territory lies Darwin, a city isolated by the vast Australian desert. The area was sought by the French, Dutch and British, and was established as the town of Darwin in 1869. In 1942, the city was under the threat of a Japanese attack, so a major Australian military base was established. Today Darwin is the largest city of the Northern Territory, offering sights from its colonial past and excellent shopping and dining opportunities.

The following Shore Excursions are available for this port on this cruise, and may be reserved beginning 180 days before the cruise begins.

Darwin Museums & Crocodylus Park
Tour Code: DRW-007
Duration: 4 hours
Price: Free

Leaving the city, you will travel a short distance to Crocodylus Park, famous for its work on crocodile research. Operated by wildlife research consultants, they will give you a fascinating presentation on this awesome animal. While here, you will get to observe the crocodiles in the park's lagoon as well as in their pens, and witness a crocodile feeding. Amazingly, the crocodiles will literally leap several feet in the air for their food. You will also be given the opportunity to have a photo taken with a juvenile crocodile ... and for the more adventurous, to hold one.

After your visit at the Park, you'll return to the city for a stop at the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory that overlooks Fannie Bay. Take time while you are here to view its excellent collection of Aboriginal, South-East Asian and Oceanic Art. You will also find a permanent collection of major Australian fine art and Northern Territory natural science on display here.

Continuing on, you will next visit the Aviation Heritage Centre, which features an impressive presentation of aircraft and displays depicting the Northern Territory's involvement in aviation, both civil and military. The exhibits span from the early pioneers and record breakers - through World War II and the jet age of Vulcan's, Concorde and other exotic aircraft. One of the most awesome displays is a B52 Bomber, one of only two complete aircraft of its type on display outside the United States. Additionally, you'll find the B-25 Mitchell, Mirage and Sabre jet fighters, an ex-Royal Australian Navy Wessex helicopter, an ex-US Army Huey Cobra with its rocket pods and Gatling gun, a Mark VIII Spitfire replica and the fascinating wreckage of a Japanese Mitsubishi Zero fighter. Aviation aficionados will no doubt thoroughly enjoy this visit.

Your tour concludes with a brief overview of Darwin's essential highlights before being returned to the pier.

Please note: Comfortable walking shoes, a sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent are recommended. The Aviation Heritage Centre is not air-conditioned. Exhibits are constantly being upgraded and added therefore some exhibits may be removed or changed. The order of sights visited may vary and the itinerary may be reversed. This tour does not operate with a separate guide, but rather with a driver/guide.

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Terms & Conditions:

Free Unlimited Shore Excursions are for full fare guests only, capacity controlled and subject to availability. Requested excursions may not be available at time of booking. Supplement will apply on Regent Choice excursions (indicated by the above) and excludes Private Arrangements and all Adventures Ashore programs. In order to ensure quality guides and sufficient transportation, we must provide the tour operator with passenger counts at least 36 hours in advance. Therefore no refunds will be given within 36 hours of tour departure for cancellations or no-shows. Please pay special attention to scheduling and tour lengths when booking your shore excursions. In many cases, it is not possible to participate in more than one tour per day in a given port. Tours operate rain or shine. Tours require minimum participation levels to operate so please sign up as early as possible. Tours may be cancelled if minimum participation levels are not met. Prices, Itineraries and General Information shore excursion prices are subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases or currency fluctuations. Please consult the Destination Services Desk onboard for information. During local or national holidays, access to certain facilities (such as museums or archaeological sites) may be limited or denied. In such instances, adjustments will be made to minimize inconvenience to guests. Some tours have limited availability. Tours are generally available for reserving 180 days prior to the beginning of a cruise. Please sign up early to avoid disappointment. Regent Seven Seas Cruises reserves the right to require guests to complete a liability waiver for select shore excursions. For more information, please visit the Destination Services Desk onboard.