Turtle Tracks

Turtle Tracks
From AUD $369.00
  • Duration: 7 Hours (approx.)
  • Location: Darwin, NT
  • Product code: TTR

A Darwin Harbour Sunset Cruise with a Difference – Sea Darwin-Sea Tiwi's Turtle Tour

Departing Stokes Hill Wharf at 4:00 pm on dates aligned with the lunar cycle, this once-in-a-lifetime adventure takes you across the turquoise waters of Darwin Harbour and beyond. With the warm breeze on your face and the salt air around you, the journey will whisk you past the historic Charles Point Lighthouse into Bynoe Harbour, arriving at the remote nesting ground of Ngulbitjlk (Bare Sand Island) in time for sunset.

On this guided experience, you'll immerse yourself in the fascinating history and environment of the island. Explore Ngulbitjik with Team Turtle, learn all about the incredible Flatback and Olive Ridley turtles that call it home, and uncover Traditional stories and wartime history.

After sunset, enjoy a delicious bento meal on board before heading back to the beach to witness one of nature’s most magical events – the nesting ritual of turtles. For late-season travelers, you may even be lucky enough to see baby turtles hatching from their sandy nests and making their way to the sea.

As twilight fades to night, the return journey to Darwin will leave you with unforgettable memories of this extraordinary experience.

Important Information:

  • This tour is scheduled around the lunar cycle, with full and new moon dates offering the best chance to see turtles.
  • Nature dictates the experience, and while sightings of nesting turtles or hatchlings cannot be guaranteed, 98% of our 2024 guests encountered turtles.
  • This is an adventure tour subject to weather, sea conditions, and turtle activity.
  • A medium level of fitness is required to explore the island.
  • Not suitable for children under 8 years of age.


Please Note: Your tick price includes a contribution to AUSTURTLE to assist with their ongoing research into Australia’s endemic turtle species.

Sea Darwin is the only tour operator that has the permission of the Kenbi Traditional Owners to visit the island, and has an exclusive licence with the Kenbi Aboriginal Land Trust to access Ngulbitjlk (Bare Sand Island)