Darwin Harbour and the surrounding saltwater country has an average water temperature of 28 degrees. It is home to a unique tropical habitat, extreme tides and a colourful history spanning thousands of years. Mangrove Route tours provide an interactive and comfortable experience on a state of the art vessel to have a real saltwater experience on the seas around Darwin. This area is home to the Larrakia people. Mangrove Route acknowledges the custodians of the Larrakia saltwater country and is privileged to introduce visitors to this special area.

Mangrove Route tours are tailored to showcase the habitat, history and intrigue of the saltwater country. Whether your area of interest is nesting turtles, World War II, sunken ships, the mangrove eco system, Larrakia history, extreme tides, birds, pearling and fishing fleets, or illegal boats, Mangrove Route has a tour to suit. Mangrove Route operates on all days and offers both 2 hour and full day tours.

The “Snubfin” is Mangrove Route’s first vessel. It has been specially designed for Darwin coastal conditions. Its speed and comfort across tropical waters enables passengers to have an exhilarating ride to places other tour boats dare not go. The “Snubfin” is named after Australia’s only endemic species of dolphin. A family of these shy dolphins reside in Darwin Harbour. These dolphins are distinctive because they always have a smile on their face. Let Mangrove Route put a smile on your face – do the Mangrove Route, Follow the Turtle Tracks, Let the Tide Decide or Seek Dolphins at Sunset.....