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What to expect from Darwin in September

Lucy Pascual
February 9, 2024

If you visit Darwin in September, you’ll experience perfect weather continuing from the dry season, clear skies, and warm temperatures ranging from 23°c to 33°c. This time of the year is one of the best times to visit for the huge range of flora and fauna thriving in their glorious natural habitats.

Never Smile at a Croc

Seeing a crocodile on TV is nothing compared to seeing one up close and personal, which will likely be the highlight of your wildlife adventure. The lower water levels during September make it the ideal time to spot one of these magnificent beasts basking along lush shores.

Just a short drive Darwin is the Adelaide River, which is renowned for its Jumping Crocodile Cruises. This awesome adventure lets you see the grace and agility of the crocs as they leap from the river and snatch bait from the side of the boats.

While September in Darwin is still within the dry season, the local wetlands are truly thriving, which attracts a huge array of bird species. Around an hour’s drive from Darwin, there’s the Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve, which is a spectacular haven for birdwatchers.

The early morning or late afternoon is the best time for spotting the widest variety of bird life, including iconic Jabiru, the magnificent White-bellied Sea Eagle and multiple species of waterfowl. If you choose a local nature tour, there’s knowledgeable guides who offer an insight into the awesome behaviours of these enchanting avian species.

Make a Day of It

A day trip to the Litchfield National Park is a must do adventure if you want even more ‘wild in your life’. The park – with its spectacular waterfalls and rock formations – is home to an abundance of stunning wildlife and you’ll get the best opportunities to encounter wallabies, freshwater crocs, monitor lizards and, of course, even more birdlife, on guided tours.

The beautiful sunny days and dry conditions make the hiking trails so much more accessible, allowing you to explore the wonders that make up this stunning park. Along with Litchfield, the Kakadu National Park is another diverse wildlife hotspot, full of wallabies, wallaroos, turtles and other reptiles, fish and birdlife. Our Things To Do in Darwin page has many more adventures.

Travelling at another time? Check out what to expect from Darwin in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December.

AUTHOR PROFILE
Lucy Pascual
Lucy is a true-blue Aussie living in Far North Queensland. When she's not writing, she spends her time travelling to Australia's top destinations, aiming to see as much of the country as possible so she can share its best locations with her readers.

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