Frequently asked questions

• Yes, standard bicycles are permitted on the Mandorah ferry service.
• Carriage of bikes is subject to available space and crew directions at the time of boarding.
• For safety and emergency access reasons, there is a hard limit of 10 bikes per trip.
• Once the 10-bike limit is reached, any additional bikes will need to wait for a later service.
• Riders must stay with their bike while boarding and follow crew instructions on where and how to stow it so emergency exits and walkways remain clear.

The Mandorah Beach Hotel was closed and demolished in 2013.

The Cox Country Club at nearby Wagait Beach offers a local pub-like experience, with outdoor seating, meals and a bar. The venue is well known for its live events and Top-End vibe. The Cox Country Club is approximately 4km from the Mandorah ferry terminal and is accessible by the free shuttle. Call 8978 5151 for a pickup.

If you have time to explore Mandorah, Wagait Beach, and the Cox Peninsula on foot or by bike, the rewards are quietly impressive. Mandorah is ideal for an easy foreshore walk or ride, with wide harbour views, calm fishing spots, and the atmospheric remnants of WWII submarine infrastructure tucked into the landscape for those who know where to look. Wagait Beach lends itself to a relaxed coastal stroll or cycle, where locals still fish from the old pier and the beaches are perfect for sunrise walks and birdwatching. Around the Cox Peninsula settlement areas, low-traffic bush tracks and coastal paths suit casual cycling, combining monsoon woodland, glimpses of wallabies, and uninterrupted coastline that captures the raw, understated character of the Top End.

Newly constructed in 2025, the facility offers restrooms and seating out of the harsh sun or tropical rain. The lawn offers a nice picnic spot with gorgeous views of Darwin across the harbour.

Access to some areas in the Cox Peninsula vicinity is regulated.

Please visit the Northern Land Council website for full information.