How much does it cost to go to Tiwi Island?
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How much does it cost to go to Tiwi Island?
Tiwi Islands Ferry Fares
| Adult One Way | $60.00 |
|---|---|
| Child** One Way | $32.50 |
| Child Return | $65.00 |
| Family Return Ticket (2 adults, 3 children) | $320.00 |
| Multi Ticket^ (10 trips) | $450.00 |
How long does the ferry take from Darwin to Tiwi Islands?
2.5 hour
Make the 2.5 hour ferry journey to the Tiwi Islands, 80kms north of Darwin and step off to explore the local indigenous community of Wurrumiyanga. Grab a walking map and buy a museum ticket on the ferry and discover the Tiwi Islands largest community at your own pace.
Can I take my car to Tiwi Islands?
Passenger or car tickets can be purchased from the Tiwi Islands Regional Council, or if you are hiring a car from us, let us know at the time of booking if you require ferry tickets and we will include the cost of the tickets in the car hire and have them ready for you when you collect your vehicle.
Can you swim in the sea in Tiwi Islands?
Important Things To Know About The Tiwi Islands Tiwi cultural ceremonies can and do take place regularly which also means some areas might be temporarily closed during your visit. The second most important thing you need to know about? Despite the water looking oh so beautiful, it’s absolutely off-limits for swimming.
Can you swim at Tiwi Islands?
There are many fresh water swimming holes and waterfalls on the Tiwi Islands where swimming is safe and very picturesque.
Can you stay overnight on Tiwi Islands?
Tiwi Island Retreat is a 30 minute flight from Darwin with a minimum 2 night stay. It is also available for private group bookings and as a wedding venue.
Can you swim on the Tiwi Islands?
Despite the water looking oh so beautiful, it’s absolutely off-limits for swimming.
Do you need a permit to visit Tiwi Islands?
If you want to visit, work, conduct research, camp, fish, hunt, or live on the Tiwi Islands, permission must be obtained in accordance with the Aboriginal Land Rights (Northern Territory) Act 1976. All permits require a host or resident organisation and are issued on a purely discretionary basis.
Are there crocodiles in Tiwi Islands?
Crocodiles are common on the Tiwi Islands, you must always assume that saltwater crocodiles are present in any waterway. They are expert hunters and well camouflaged.
Are there crocs on Tiwi Island?
Can you swim on Tiwi Islands?
Can you buy alcohol on Tiwi Islands?
You cannot drink alcohol in public in the Tiwi Islands. You can drink alcohol in four licensed clubs on the island.
Is Tiwi a good suburb?
“A community friendly suburb.” This is an ever popular suburb, situated within very close proximity to the Royal Darwin Hospital, local beaches and the Casuarina Shopping District. Tiwi offers a safe and friendly neighbourhood where many of the locals have lived since the 70s.
Is Tiwi a suburb of Darwin?
Tiwi is a northern suburb of the city of Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia. The suburb is bounded by Trower Road, Henbury Avenue and a coastal strip, separating Casuarina Beach and Lee Point Beach. It is in the Local Government Area of City of Darwin. It is home to Dripstone Middle School.
What is the postcode for Tiwi?
0810Tiwi / Postal code
