Fogg Dam Bird Tour

2025-2027 Tours

See and learn about Top End waterbirds and diverse wildlife on our small-group morning tour to the floodplains, wetlands and monsoon forests of Fogg Dam and Harrison Dam. Discover scenic beauty, fascinating pioneer heritage and a rich Aboriginal tradition.

Gain insight from birding guides with decades of experience in the region. Explore back tracks that few tourists will ever see. Take home images you’ll cherish and memories you’ll never forget.

Tour Duration: 6.00 am – 2.00 pm

Available every day unless booked out, from 1 March till 31 October. Also available as a private charter, including for expedition and cruise ship passengers. We can adjust the start and finish time for private charter tours.

Tour Details

Dates	1 March – 31 October
Start Time	6.00 am
Duration	8 hours (approx.)
Pick Up / Departure	Tours pick up from any Darwin accommodation.
Drop Off / Return	Tours return to the original departure point

Pricing Options

Adult	$396
Child 12 and under	$198
Private tour 1 – 8 people	$1996
Private tour 9– 20 people	$3996

Tour group size

Maximum 8, minimum 2.

Itinerary

Your guides will plan your morning with consideration of seasonal and climatic conditions, birdwatchers’ interests, abilities and commitments, and any closures of areas or roads by authorities.

Inclusions

small-group touring by air-conditioned tour vehicle
pickups from any Darwin accommodation
park use fees
expert interpretation of the natural and cultural environment with a focus on birds
healthy snacks
cool, bottled water

What to bring

an enquiring mind
a zest for adventure
personal items
hat and sunscreen
light, loose clothing
comfortable and protective footwear that you don’t mind getting get wet, muddy or dusty
binoculars and/or camera gear (optional—we can supply some birdwatching equipment)

Highlights from our tour

Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers!

Tim Sandie

21:39 25 Mar 25

We spent a wonderful day with Northern Territory Bird Tours, with Greg and Kyffin. Darwin itself (versus a long drive outside) has plenty of parks and open spaces, full of amazing bird life, and even resident wallabies! This tour was the highlight of our stay in Darwin!

Tomasz Stankiewicz

19:40 22 Sep 24

We couldn’t be happier that we chose Northern Territory Bird Tours (also known as Indigenous Tours) for our first trip to Australia! As nature photographers, we were eager to focus on wildlife, especially birds, and we were lucky to have Greg as our guide. Not only is he an experienced photographer himself, but he also knows exactly how to tailor the trip for photography enthusiasts.Greg’s years of experience as a national park ranger made us feel completely safe while exploring the wild, and his deep knowledge of the land made the whole experience even richer. Plus, he brewed the best coffee right in the middle of the bush ????On top of all that, Greg is simply a great person to be around—warm, friendly, and easy to talk to. Thanks to him, our trip was unforgettable, and we highly recommend Northern Territory Bird Tours to anyone looking for an incredible nature experience.

Dave Knott

00:27 07 Sep 24

Enjoyable tour of many bird sites around much of Darwin where we saw large variety in different habitats. Friendly guide who knows the areas well and included good lunch overlooking beach by Life saving club