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Darwin Information

Darwin, the Northern Territory’s vibrant capital, is a city with influences that are as much..

Litchfield National Park Information

Litchfield National Park is an easy hour-and-a-half journey from Darwin, and is one of the Top..

Darwin Harbour Information

Dotted with sunken ships from World War II, Cyclone Tracy and confiscated Indonesian fishing..

Mindil Beach Information

Experience the atmosphere and flavours of the famous sunset markets. Enjoy the tropical night..

Territory Wildlife Park Information

This world acclaimed Territory Wildlife Park is nestled in 400 hectares of natural bushland and..

Florence Falls Information

The spectacular Florence Falls, found in Litchfield National Park, cascade into a plunge pool, set..

Casuarina Beach Information

Casuarina Coastal Reserve protects a large coastal area between the mouth of Rapid Creek and Lee..

Cullen Bay Information

Cullen Bay is a recently developed complex of serviced apartments, luxury houses, shops and..

Adelaide River Information

The Adelaide River snakes its way south from the Van Diemen Gulf, through Djukbinj National Park..

East Point Military Museum Information

The East Point Military Museum was originally set up as an artillery museum by the Royal Australian..

Australian Aviation Heritage Centre Info

Step back in time and explore Northern Territory heritage. The Australian Aviation Heritage Centre..

Holmes Jungle Nature Park Information

Holmes Jungle Nature Park protects one of the few remaining areas of monsoon forest in the Darwin..

Tiwi Islands Information

Located 80 kilometres north of Darwin, the Tiwi Islands are the combination of Bathurst and..

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Modern, cosmopolitan, creative and very tropical Darwin is the capital city of the Northern Territory where over 50 different cultures share an easygoing lifestyle at the very top of Australia. It may be theDarwin's relaxed atmosphere, its many unique attractions, or just rumbling storms and smell of the tropics, but Darwin is a place to leave it's mark on you. The city has a fascinating mixture of characters, culture, a wild and rugged beauty and enormous potential.

Nature is all around you and the many wildlife parks are home to a huge variety of tropical plants and animals, from salt water crocodiles to rare birds.

The climate here lends itself to AI fresco dining during the dry season and the cooler months. Take a look at the famous Mindil Beach Markets where you can browse local crafts and chat with the friendly locals. Just to the north the Tiwi Islands are spectacular. Darwin will take you on a very different but quintessentially Australian Holiday, you will enjoy the best of city living among the tropical wonderland that is the Top End

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Uluru (Ayers Rock) Information

No matter how many pictures you've seen, nothing will prepare you for your first view of Uluru...

Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) Information

Kata Tjuka (the Olgas) means "many heads" in the traditional Anangu language. They are situated in..

Alice Springs Information

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Katherine Gorge (Nitmiluk) Information

There are many ways to experience the spectacular Nitmiluk National Park (Katherine Gorge) and its..

Kakadu and Arnhem Land Information

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Kings Canyon Information

Kings Canyon, Watarrka National Park, is located 450 kilometres south west of Alice Springs in the..

Katherine Information

Katherine is the third-largest town in the Northern Territory, with a population of around 11,000..

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