Darwin: Bombing of Darwin WW2 Tour with Harbor Cruise – Northern Territory, Australia

EXPERIENCE

Travel back in time to 19 February 1942 and uncover the Bombing of Darwin on this half-day tour. Learn about how 2 Japanese air attacks on this forgotten military base killed 243 people and destroyed the city. Now a modern and vibrant city, Darwin still bares the scars of its history, which you will discover on this tour.

The tour begins with an introduction into the Bombing of Darwin, as you listen to stories and information provided by local historians. Later, explore the sites that were hit by the Japanese air raids and remember those who lost their lives. Next, head to the Charles Darwin National Park to see bunkers and other WW2 relics before visiting the acclaimed Defense of Darwin museum as well as the East Point Military precinct and the Myilly Point Heritage precinct.

The tour is concluded with a 1-hour cruise through Darwin Harbor which passes the historic Stokes Hill and Fort Hill wharf areas. You’ll also sail by the wreck sites of the SS Neptuna and USS Peary, the old flying boat base at Doctors Gully, and finally to Cullen Bay where you can see the gun emplacements from the water.

HIGHLIGHTS

Travel back in time to 1942 and uncover the Bombing of Darwin
Explore the East Point Military Precinct and the Defense of Darwin Museum
See the sights and hear the stories of the Bombing of Darwin with local historians
Enjoy a 1-hour cruise around Darwin Harbor and see the wreck sites of 2 ships

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