AU$ 1,035 Cheap Flights from Darwin to Elcho Island

Elcho Island is an island in the Northern Territory of Australia. It is around 60 km long, and the nearest island from Elcho Island is Howard Island. The Galiwin’ku is the leading community of aboriginal people living on this Island. There are about 60 tribal community living here, and they are very keen on retaining their culture and traditions. Tourist comes here to enjoy the moderate climate and to witness the rich culture and traditions of the tribal community.

Tip: The best time to visit Elcho Island would be from May to October when the climate is cool and pleasant.

Getting to Elcho Island

Elcho Island airport is a regional airport in Galiwinku in the Northern territory. It caters domestic flight services only from Australia. There are numerous flights from Darwin to Elcho Island. Since it is a small island, they don’t have international routes, so you must travel to Australia and then schedule a flight to Elcho Island. United Airways services Direct flights to Elcho Island. Darwin to Elcho Island flights typically takes around 1 hour 20 minutes. United Airlines has got a lot of cheap flights to Elcho Island. There is only one runaway that allows night landings and allows private jets and single-engine aircraft. There are other flight services offered by multiple Airlines.

Tip: Since it is a small island, it is better to pack food and other essential things, and it is advisable to book a taxi in advance for pick up from the airport.

Things to see and do in Elcho Island

Elcho Island vibrant ecosystem from woodlands to a mangrove forest and the plains to coastal shores encourages many birds to make this their home. Hence bird watching is genuinely mesmerising experience, and you can find around 200 species of birds. Elcho Islands are fishing paradise and best in Australia. There is no crowded place on Echo Island so you can go fishing in peace. Fishing tours are arranged on request, and you will be provided with lodge and safari tent along with a guided fishing program.

Wildlife is at best here, and you can find many saltwater crocodiles, dugongs and turtles that come for nesting. There are many islands nearby, and each one has its speciality.

Tip: Book your tour through tour operators as they know the place better, and it will be hassle-free than by exploring by self.

Shop and Dine in Elcho Island

The community people of Elcho Island are very talented and artistic. There is a unique art and crafts centre in Elcho Island, and the community people have individual crafts items made from the items collected from the bushes and beaches. Some of their works include bark paintings, bone coffin, woven baskets and shell jewellery.

Seafood is a speciality here as it is very fresh and there are good restaurants, pubs and seaside boat clubs in Gove areas. The traditional bush tucker is the speciality dish here.

Tip: Their fibre artwork with grasses and fibres that are woven and dyed together to form baskets are worth buying as sovereigns.

There are many ways to customise your trip from Darwin to Elcho Islands depending on your travel plan. For budget travels book your Darwin-Elcho Islands flight booking with discount hotel reservations for great deals.

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