The Defence of Darwin
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Port
Darwin, Australia
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Activity Level
Moderate Activity
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Excursion Type
Information Not Currently Available
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
$130
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 4 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
On this tour, uncover the Northern Territory's and Darwin's significant roles in Australia's activities during World War II. During World War II, Darwin was bombed 64 times over almost two years.
You'll visit East Point, which military tacticians identified as an ideal defensive position for protecting Darwin Harbour and its assets.
At the Darwin Military Museum, you'll have free time to view the exhibits, artifacts, items of war, artillery pieces, vehicles and firearms. The exhibition space includes The Defence of Darwin Experience and the immersive Bombing of Darwin Gallery to give visitors a sense of the events of February 19, 1942.
Then you’ll visit Charles Darwin National Park, which lies on the outskirts of the city on Frances Bay. It is both a significant wetlands area and a part of a network of World War II military sites established during the development of Darwin as Australia's northern defence line. A number of bunkers and shelters used for storage between 1944 and the mid-1980s are still intact. Walk about 500 yards to the scenic lookout platform for views over the harbor and wetlands.
Please note:
Tour does not operate on holidays. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Shade is limited; to avoid sunburn, wear light, long clothing suitable for use as a cover-up. Bring a hat and sunglasses; wear biodegradable sunscreen. Bring bottled water.