Groups and School Booking
Special services can be organised for group and school bookings (pdf 120Kb).
Activity Sheet
School groups are encouraged to print off the Activity Sheet (pdf 118Kb) and bring it along to their visit to Window on the Wetlands. This sheet will ensure that school children get the most out of their visit. This Colouring In Sheet (pdf 38Kb) is also a great way for the students to remember what they saw at Window on the Wetlands.
Guided tours of Window on the Wetlands: |
Free of Charge |
One of the friendly Window on the Wetlands staff can provide your group with a meet and greet and guided tour of the visitor centre. This tour can be tailored to the interest of the group. Bookings are essential (pdf 120Kb).
Basket Weavers: |
$100.00 for a one hour demonstration |
Traditional basket weavers will provide a one hour interactive demonstration. Everyone is encouraged to participate in weaving a traditional basket!
Didgeridoo and Clapstick Workshop: |
$100.00 for a one hour demonstration |
Traditional men will facilitate a one hour interactive demonstration of the use of the didgeridoo and clapsticks.
Morning / Afternoon Tea
The friendly Window on the Wetlands staff can organise morning or afternoon tea for a minimum group of 10 people. Bookings are essential (pdf 120Kb). Options include:
| Muffins, tea and coffee, water and juice | $8.50 per person |
| Fruit platters, tea and coffee, water and juice | $8.50 per person |
| Tea, coffee, juice and water | $5.00 per person |
| Savoury platters (includes cheese & biscuits etc) | $35.00 per platter |
Evening Drinks
Every evening, you'll see the passengers of Australian Pacific Touring relaxing and enjoying a cold wine on the balcony of Window on the Wetlands, while admiring the evening view over the floodplains. Log onto their site to join them!.
What Else is There to See and Do?
Fogg Dam
A visit to Window on the Wetlands can be combined with a visit to nearby Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve. Fogg Dam is one of several parks in the lower Adelaide River catchment that provide havens for wildlife in Darwin's developing rural fringe. Fogg Dam is a remnant of early attempts to produce rice on the Adelaide River flood plains. Large numbers of wading birds gather at the Dam wall at the end of the wet season. From the end of March until the build up, around the start of October is the best time to visit Fogg Dam. There are several walking tracks around the Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve.
Adelaide River And The Northern Coastal Wetlands
The Adelaide River is one of eight rivers in the Top End which have large floodplains in their catchments. Together, their floodplains create a great expanse of coastal wetlands, one of the rarest and most threatened land systems in the world. They are collectively known as the Northern Coastal Wetlands. These wetlands have international significance because of their beauty, natural systems and importance to Aboriginal people. The Arnhem Highway takes you across five of the eight rivers as you travel between Darwin and Jabiru.
Mary River
The Mary River National Park (proposed) protects part of the Mary River catchment. It is also one of the eight rivers in the Top End which have large floodplains in their catchments. Freshwater billabongs, paperbark and monsoon forests provide visitors with excellent opportunities for wildlife watching, fishing, bushwalking and photography. This Park has many opportunities and places for camping, picnicking, walking, and facilities such as toilets, boat ramps, information and historical markers and commercial accommodation. Commercial tours and accommodation are available all year round. The most comfortable time to visit is during the Dry Season, from May to September.
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Ranger Guided Activities
Parks Alive Program
Download 2009 Brochure (pdf 1.2Mb)
Nature Talks
When: Saturdays & Sundays
Time: 9.30 am & 2.30 pm -15-30 mins
Meet: Visitor Centre balcony
Wicked Wetlands:
Discover a rich variety of wetland plants, animals and culture. Learn about the pests and weeds that threaten the ecological significance of the coastal wetlands.
How to Get To Window on the Wetlands
Travel approximately 60km from Darwin along the Stuart and Arnhem Highways. You'll easily see the upswept line of the Visitors Centre roof as you approach on the left hand side of the road.
There is a steep walk from the car park to the entrance of the Visitor Centre. However, a drop-off area is provided for less able passengers.
Please Remember
- Beware of theft, lock vehicles and secure valuables.
- All cultural items and wildlife are protected.