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Darwin Big Bus Hop On Hop Off Tours
- Plan a hassle-free itinerary in Darwin with this unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour with the option of choosing between a Classic, Premium, or Deluxe ticket.
- All 3 passes give you access to 1 route with 12 stops located near famous landmarks in the Top End capital.
- What’s more? With the deluxe ticket get access to the Crocosaurus Cove and Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS), included in your ticket price!
- Get to know more about the fascinating history, culture, and geography of this city via the pre-recorded commentary onboard, available in English.
- Some of the popular stops on your hop-on hop-off route include the Military Museum, Botanic Gardens, Mindil Beach, and Waterfront Precinct.
- Plan a hassle-free itinerary in Darwin with this unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour with the option of choosing between a Classic, Premium, or Deluxe ticket.
- All 3 passes give you access to 1 route with 12 stops located near famous landmarks in the Top End capital.
- What’s more? With the deluxe ticket get access to the Crocosaurus Cove and Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS), included in your ticket price!
- Get to know more about the fascinating history, culture, and geography of this city via the pre-recorded commentary onboard, available in English.
- Some of the popular stops on your hop-on hop-off route include the Military Museum, Botanic Gardens, Mindil Beach, and Waterfront Precinct.
Inclusions
1-Day Classic Pass
- 1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off pass
- Pre-recorded commentary in English
- Open-top bus
2-Day Premium Pass
- 2-day unlimited hop-on hop-off pass
- Pre-recorded commentary in English
- Open-top bus
2-Day Deluxe Pass
- 2-day unlimited hop-on hop-off pass
- Pre-recorded commentary in English
- Open-top bus
- Admission to Crocosaurus cove & RFDS tourist facility
Exclusions
- Live guide
Classic Red Route
- First Bus: 9am from stop #1 (Tourist Information Centre)
- Last Bus: 4.15pm from stop #1 (Tourist Information Centre)
- Frequency: Morning: 70 mins | Afternoon: 90 mins
- Popular stops: Cullen Bay Jetty, Museum and Art Gallery of Northern Territory, Stokes Hill Wharf & Fort Hill Wharf (Cruise Ship Terminal)
Please click here for a detailed red route map and its boarding points.
Crocosaurus Cove
- Daily: 9am to 6pm
Royal Doctor Flying Service (RFDS)
- Daily: 9:30am to 5pm
- Tip: For war lovers and enthusiasts, stop by the Darwin Military Museum and get a chance to view the tanks and machinery used in the day.
- Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Pre-recorded Commentary.
- Note: This tour runs through attractions that may have unannounced closures or special events causing delays.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Trevor
Sep 2024Verified booking
A good script was provided. By my 4th time around I had it pretty well under my belt. But I will need to go on probably two more circuits to get ready for the exam. The quality of the driving was of a high standard. Not so, some of the "jokes" in the script. I had to block my ears when I knew they were coming up. Overall a very high quality experience.
Kathleen
Sep 2024Verified booking
We boarded at the number one "hop on hop off" stop, the staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The trip and commentary were excellent . We did have a "panic" moment because your website said we must have a printed copy of the ticket and as we were staying at an Air BNB and booked on line we did not have access to a printer. Your website didn't mention we could get a printed ticket at the number one stop. Perhaps you could mention this can be done at that venue.
Roseanne
Aug 2024Verified booking
Tuickrt was quick and easy to arrange. The driver was most helpful and made the online ticket translate easily to a physical one. We stopped at the museum and were very impressed with the wildlife displays, the stories about the local aboriginal people and the terror of Cyclone Tracey. We also stopped at Crocosaurus Cove and thoroughly enjoyed the visit.
Carol
Aug 2024Verified booking
All aspects of the Hop On Hop Off was easy from booking to purchasing ticket at the Information pop up stand. Loved the commentating. We did the full circuit then stayed on and Hopped Off at our chosen stop. Loved everything about our experience for 1 day. Thankyou Darwin
Sue-Ellen
Jul 2024Verified booking
We loved being able to learn about the history of Darwin. We had 3 hours spare and this filled in our time beautifully. Next time we will get off and explore each location
Carol
Jul 2024Verified booking
Ticketing experience easy. Drivers were very friendly and informative. Arrival and departure times were close to advertised. Narrative on bus just right amount. Not too much, not too little.
Annie
Jun 2024Verified booking
It was easy and everyone was very helpful. I enjoyed the commentary especially the story about Tiger and his missing roof
Ben
Jun 2024Verified booking
Great overview of Darwin. VERY grumpy driver in charge when we got on at stop near Waterfront but he was replaced at stop 1 by a great driver who kept on coming upstairs to tell us about things to do at the next few stops....fantastic.
Greg
Jun 2024Verified booking
We loved the commentary informing us about places to visit while staying in Darwin The tour helped us determine where we would visit and the sights we would like to see
Debra
Jun 2024Verified booking
On time, chatty and helpful driver. Commentary ok but a bit Aussie corny. Comfortable bus. Runs every 35 mins. Seems to cover most areas of interest. Able to get a seat at each stop we boarded. Bus stops could be a more clearly labelled.
Dani
Jun 2024Verified booking
Gets us around to see all the sights in Darwin Prompt and regular service Good recording on speaker instead of headsets Drivers were friendly and helpful Excellent visitng the MIlitary Museum in the afternoon Glad we purchased a two day ticket HIghly recommend
Lynn
May 2024Verified booking
Ticketing was easy on my phone and the driver was very helpful with information when we boarded the bus. As we didn't hire a car this trip the hop-on bus enabled us to still sightsee around Darwin and visit key attractions as required.
Harland
Apr 2024Verified booking
The guys were great, excellent local knowledge and great advice which helped our Darwin experience. Timetable worked well to maximise our time at key points of interest.
Gerard
Nov 2024Verified booking
The booking experience was easy and most satisfactory. My wife and I enjoyed every aspect of this tour.
Shaela
Sep 2024Verified booking
Great service with an interesting insight into Darwin
Eva
Sep 2024Verified booking
The drivers were really friendly and helpful
Noel
Aug 2024Verified booking
The flexibility of the bus and friendly attitude of the drivers.
Gillian
Aug 2024Verified booking
The drivers were so friendly and helpful. Easy to book online at headout.
David
Aug 2024Verified booking
Good information on key attractions, ease of hopping on and off at our destinations.
Paula
Aug 2024Verified booking
This was great to see Darwin. The drivers were very friendly and helpful
Dominic
Jul 2024Verified booking
Great route with lovely drivers Thanks 🤩
Leonie
Jul 2024Verified booking
Excellent Commentary great Loved it Highly recommend
Hans
Jun 2024Verified booking
bus on time - Darwin a small town - not that much to see - overall ok - the harborside in the evening good
Iain
Jun 2024Verified booking
A great way to get a feel for Darwin. Some fascinating stop offs.
Sue
Jun 2024Verified booking
So informative with loads of humour and history. Driver was so helpful and happy to share suggestions.
- Score big with this combo featuring a 24-hour hop-on-hop-off Darwin bus tour plus entry to Crocosaurus Cove for double the fun at a discounted price.
- See up to 12 attractions, including Mindil Beach and the Military Museum, at your leisure with your HOHO pass aboard an open-top bus with commentary.
- What to see: 70+ reptile species, turtles, wax replicas, and more at the cove, plus Waterfront Precinct, Stokes Hill Wharf, and 10 more HOHO stops.
- What to do: Cuddle baby crocs, swim with scaly teens, get to know Burt, the star of Crocodile Dundee, and so much more. Don't worry, you'll be safe!
- Optional upgrades: Want more? Snag a 48-hour HOHO pass for extra thrills, plus peek into history at the Royal Flying Doctor Service Tourist Facility.
- Score big with this combo featuring a 24-hour hop-on-hop-off Darwin bus tour plus entry to Crocosaurus Cove for double the fun at a discounted price.
- See up to 12 attractions, including Mindil Beach and the Military Museum, at your leisure with your HOHO pass aboard an open-top bus with commentary.
- What to see: 70+ reptile species, turtles, wax replicas, and more at the cove, plus Waterfront Precinct, Stokes Hill Wharf, and 10 more HOHO stops.
- What to do: Cuddle baby crocs, swim with scaly teens, get to know Burt, the star of Crocodile Dundee, and so much more. Don't worry, you'll be safe!
- Optional upgrades: Want more? Snag a 48-hour HOHO pass for extra thrills, plus peek into history at the Royal Flying Doctor Service Tourist Facility.
Inclusions
Darwin HOHO Tour
- 1/2-day unlimited hop-on hop-off pass (as per option selected)
- Pre-recorded commentary in English
- Open-top bus
Crocosaurus Cove
- Entry to the cove
- Access to all shows & attractions
Royal Flying Doctor Service (as per option selected)
- Entry to RFDS Tourist Facility
Exclusions
Darwin HOHO Tour
- Entry to attractions
Crocosaurus Cove
- Access to Whipray Encounter
- Access to Cage of Death experience
Darwin HOHO Pass
- First Bus: 9am from stop #1 (Tourist Information Centre)
- Last Bus: 4:15pm from stop #1 (Tourist Information Centre)
- Frequency: Morning: 70 mins | Afternoon: 90 mins
- Popular stops: Cullen Bay Jetty, Museum and Art Gallery of Northern Territory, Stokes Hill Wharf & Fort Hill Wharf (Cruise Ship Terminal)
Please click here for a detailed Red Route map and its boarding points.
Crocosaurus Cove
- Reptile House: 70+ species of reptiles, Meet the Reptile show, and Reptile Feeding Show
- Big Croc Feed Show
- Swim with Crocs
- Fishing for Crocs
- Hold a Baby Croc
- Freshwater Aquarium: 200,000-litre freshwater aquarium with aquarium feeding show
- World of Crocs: 14 Crocodilian wax replicas
- Turtle Billabong: Red & yellow face turtles, snapping turtles, pig-nosed turtles, and more
- Click here to view the park map and here to view the timetable.
RFDS Tourist Facility
- Pilatus PC-12 ‘PAPA’: Board the decommissioned aircraft
- Virtual Reality: Relive the 1942 Darwin Harbour Bombing and fly with an RFDS pilot
- Holograms: Watch John Flynn, Rear Admiral Etheridge Grant and more
- Mini-ghosts: Ask questions from Australian Prime Minister John Curtin and Japanese Pilot Hajime Toyoshima
Darwin HOHO Tour
- Tip: For war lovers and enthusiasts, stop by the Darwin Military Museum and get a chance to view the tanks and machinery used in the day.
- This experience is accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
- Strollers and pushchairs must be folded and stowed on the lower deck.
- Children aged 15 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.
- The 2-day ticket can be used on separate days within a week of redemption, but you must specify your travel days when you redeem your tickets.
- The hop-on hop-off tours take a break on Sundays – keep this in mind when planning your trip.
Crocosaurus Cove
- Tip: Don't forget to get a memorable picture clicked when you swim with crocodiles.
RFDS Tourist Facility
- Tip: Ask your questions about history to Australian Prime Minister John Curtin and Japanese pilot Hajime Toyoshima.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Josephine
Aug 2024Verified booking
It made our day very easy. Bus was at Port when we disembarked our cruise. No waiting around. Drivers very helpful. Commentary very good
Ross
Aug 2024Verified booking
Gave a great overview of the City, and was easy to use to see major attractions. The staff were terrific and very helpful. The buses were of a high standard.
Stephen
Jun 2024Verified booking
Was nice and easy, went straight to Crocosaurus Cove and collected my ticket, walked around and watched the big crocs being fed, jumped on a bus opposite the Cove entrance and went for a lap around Darwin. Jumped off a couple spots and had a beer or two and jumped back on to finish the tour back where I started. Great day
Larry
Apr 2024Verified booking
Ticketing was a bit of a pain. We had to restart the ticketing, 3 times. I wish we'd realized that we could buy tickets there. Also the stop with the casino/gardens is really spread out. Would be nicer to have a couple of drop zones along there.
Mark
Jul 2024Verified booking
The first driver we had was exceptionally friendly and helpful. What a pity you don't operate on Sundays.
Margaret
May 2024Verified booking
Ticketing was straightforward The tour was excellent- and punctual- loved that.
Kaushik
Jan 2024Verified booking
easy tickets friendly driver discounts on tickets
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Why choose the Big Bus Darwin tours?
Flexibility to explore
With 12 convenient stops, Big Bus Darwin allows you to hop on and off at your leisure, making it easy to explore attractions like Crocosaurus Cove and the Botanical Gardens.
Informative audio commentary
Enjoy engaging pre-recorded audio commentary available in multiple languages, providing fascinating insights into Darwin's history, culture, and landmarks as you travel.
Comfortable sightseeing experience
Travel in comfort on open-top buses that offer panoramic views of Darwin, ensuring you don’t miss the stunning scenery.
Ideal for all travelers
Whether you're a solo adventurer or with family, the Big Bus Tour caters to all, making sightseeing enjoyable for everyone.
Convenient ticket options
Choose between a 24-hour or 48-hour ticket to tailor the tour to your schedule. You can use the 48-hour tickets on separate days within a week, but you need to choose your travel days when you redeem it.
Big Bus Darwin routes, stops and maps
Red Route
The Red Route covers Darwin’s key landmarks, including Crocosaurus Cove, Mindil Beach, and the Botanic Gardens, offering beautiful coastal and city views.
- First stop: Tourist Information Centre
- Timings: 9am to 3pm
- Frequency: Every hour (morning), 90 minutes (post noon)
- Number of stops: 12
- Full loop duration: 1 hour (morning), 90 minutes (post noon)
Highlights of your Big Bus Darwin tour
Crocosaurus Cove
Route name: Red Route
Attraction timings: 9am to 6pm
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Suggested Big Bus Darwin Itineraries
Darwin in 1 day/24 hours
Darwin in 2 days/48 hours
Explore Darwin in a day with Big Bus Darwin’s Red Route, combining nature, history, and local culture at must-see attractions.
- Start at Crocosaurus Cove, where you can get up close to iconic saltwater crocodiles.
- Hop off at the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory to discover fascinating exhibits and Aboriginal art.
- Visit Mindil Beach, perfect for a relaxing stroll or enjoying the famous sunset.
- End your day at Darwin Waterfront, where you can unwind at cafes or take a dip in the wave pool.
Day 1
If you have two days in Darwin, the Big Bus Tour's Red Route offers a fantastic way to explore the city’s attractions.
- Start at Crocosaurus Cove to see crocodiles up close.
- Visit the Museum and Art Gallery for insights into local history and art.
- Explore the Botanical Gardens, enjoying the lush tropical scenery.
- Head to Mindil Beach for lunch at the markets, sampling delicious local dishes.
- End your day at Stokes Hill Wharf for stunning sunset views over the harbor.
Day 2
If you have two days in Darwin, the Big Bus Tour's Red Route offers a fantastic way to explore the city’s attractions.
- Begin at Darwin Waterfront Precinct for swimming and relaxation.
- Visit the Wave Lagoon for some fun in the water.
- Explore Aquascene to feed wild fish at high tide.
- Conclude your trip with a visit to Parliament House, appreciating its architecture and learning about local governance.
Big Bus Darwin: FAQ's
How do Big Bus hop-on hop-off buses work in Darwin?
The buses allow you to hop on and off at various stops, letting you explore attractions at your own pace before continuing your journey.
What is included in a Big Bus Darwin Tour ticket?
The ticket includes unlimited access to both routes, audio commentary, and the flexibility to hop on and off at any designated stops.
How often are the Darwin Big Bus hop-on hop-off buses?
Buses run every hour in the morning and every 90 minutes post noon.
How many Big Bus Darwin routes are there?
There is only one route, the Red Route, which covers all major attractions across the city.
Are there audio guides on the Big Bus Darwin hop-on hop-off bus tours?
Yes, each Big Bus is equipped with a pre-recorded audio guide available in multiple languages, providing insights into Darwin's history and landmarks.
Are the Big Bus Darwin hop-on hop-off bus tours accessibility-friendly?
Yes, the buses are wheelchair accessible.
How long is my ticket valid for?
Tickets are typically valid for 1 or 2 days, depending on the type of ticket purchased.