The Top End of Australia. Home to the Kimberleys, Kakadu, desert and spectacular rainforests. See Attractions - Museums.
Sleep under the stars or in a luxury hotel, visit Uluru National Park in the Red Centre of Australia or explore the Kimberleys and the coastal north of Australia.
Kakadu National Park
Over 200,000 people visit the National Park of Kakadu every year - a very beautiful place with World Heritage listing.
There are wetlands, rocky escarpments and waterfalls to visit and aboriginal rock art that date back tens of thousands of years. There is a huge variety of wildlife with over 300 bird species, plus wallabees, kangaroos, dingoes and frill-necked lizards.
Litchfield National Park, to the south of Darwin is also a gloriously beautiful place - Stunning landscapes of emerald green with a huge variety of wildlife and birdlife.
Explorer Notes
Be aware of Crocodile safety - observe warning signs! Only swim in areas designated safe to do so. Carry and drink plenty of water. You should always obtain reliable advice first if you wish to explore in the summer months.
Places like Darwin and Alice Springs have intriguing Aboriginal culture tours available, where you can learn about the food, the arts and way of life in the Outback from the indigenous perspective.
Darwin Australia
Although the Top End of Australia resisted settlement by the Europeans for many years due to its remoteness, Darwin has a lot to offer the visitor. See more on Darwin NT Australia.
Accommodation
There are many diverse hotels and resorts in the Northern Territory, but also plenty of caravan parks that make exploring the territory a unique experience.