Experiences

• Airboat safaris

  The signature experience here is an exhilarating ride across the floodplains by airboat. You’ll find yourself being whisked from open grasslands to a paper bark fringed lagoon. One moment you’re skimming the surface at high speed, the next you’re floating silently marveling at the wildlife around you.

• Bird watching

  In the Mary River catchment area there are some 236 species of bird and you can spot many of them close to Bamurru Plains. The diverse birdlife is thanks to the wide variety of habitats here, from paperbark swamps, to the savannah woodland, river mangroves and beaches. Serious birders can enjoy a private experience with an ornithologist who specializes in this area.

• River cruises

  Go on a relaxed meander along the Sampan Creek. The scenery and wildlife in this riverine habitat is different to what you’ll find in other parts of the property. Look out for crocodiles and birds and the occasional barra.

• Game drives

  An open-top game drive is the perfect way to take in the wide variety of wildlife around the area. Look out for wallabies, estuarine crocodiles, wild horses, buffalos and countless birds.

• Guided walks

  Slow down and enjoy the sights and sounds of the bush on a guided walking safari. It will give you space to connect with your surroundings.

• The Hide

  Set six metres above ground in the tree canopy overlooking the Mary River floodplain, this is the perfect spot from which to watch the birds and animals.

• Quad bike tours

  Hop on a quad bike and explore the plains and woodland, looking out for wildlife on the way.

• Barramundi fishing

  When the Mary River floodplains are full, there are large numbers of barramundi to be caught both there and in the rivers that adjoin the Bamarru Plains. For a real memorable fishing experience head out on an airboat.

• Kakadu day excursion

  Take a short flight across the Kakadu where you’ll discover rock art galleries which tell the ancient stories of the Aboriginal people. The landscape alone, with its changing texture and colours, is spectacular.