Darwin And Surrounds Nature & Outdoor Attractions

Do you feed the birds at home, ever thought of feeding fish in the ocean, at Doctors Gully, right in the heart of Darwin, is Aquascene, where hundreds of fish come to... read more

Discovered around 1906, the Bamboo Creek Tin Mine provides an insight into the small scale mining activities of the era, and its ruins are a reminder of the park's... read more

Always dreamt of catching the big one or just dreamt of the challenge of hauling in a barramundi after the thrill of the chase, then this is the place for you... read more

Batchelor Butterfly and Petting Farm, the Northern Territory's only butterfly farm, is situated in the heart of Batchelor, gateway to the Litchfield National Park... read more

Berry Springs Nature Park protects a large part of the Berry Creek catchment. Berry Creek starts from a number of springs, forms a small creek, then reaches Darwin Harbour... read more

Perched on the cliffs of Darwin Harbour along The Esplanade, Bicentennial Park is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the afternoon. There are walking trails, picnic... read more

Bird Billabong, is located in the Mary River National Park (proposed) and is a popular walking and birdwatching spot. A viewing platform at the water's edge is a great... read more

The historic Blyth Homestead is found within Litchfield National Park, and is also the location of an old tin mine, which is now in ruins. The homestead site serves as... read more

Brian Creek Monsoon Forest, in the Mary River National Park (proposed), is a short walk through a pocket of rainforest where you will notice the contrast between the... read more

Enjoy a refreshing swim in the cascading pools of Buley Rockhole. This popular swimming spot, in the magnificent Litchfield National Park, is a great place to wind down... read more

Cool crevices in the rock face of beautiful Butterfly Gorge provide shelter for thousands of Common Crow Butterflies. The rock pools provide a chance for a refreshing... read more

Casuarina Coastal Reserve protects a large coastal area between the mouth of Rapid Creek and Buffalo Creek in Darwin. The highlights of the reserve are white sandy beaches... read more

Lying on Frances Bay, Darwin, Charles Darwin National Park protects part of the Port Darwin wetland, one of Australia's most significant wetlands, as well as important... read more

Couzens Lookout, located in the Mary River National Park (proposed), offers an excellent vantage point, affording magnificent views of the Mary River and world famous... read more

Crocodylus Park, located in Berrimah a short distance from Darwin, is one of the few places in Australia where you come face to face with the largest reptiles on the... read more

Ever wanted to get up close and personal with a saltwater crocodile - Crocosaurus Cove offers you this chance with underwater viewing of these enormous saltwater crocodiles... read more

From a small beginning in 1981 the Darwin Crocodile Farm is now home to some 35,000 crocodiles. The crocodiles range in size from hatchlings just a few centimetres long... read more

Located in Darwin's northern suburbs, the Darwin Golf Club is home to a tropical 18 hole championship course designed by Peter Thompson and Michael Wolveridge... read more

Dotted with sunken ships from World War II, Cyclone Tracy and confiscated Indonesian fishing vessels, Darwin Harbour is surrounded by scenic mangroves and pristine tidal... read more

The Darwin Turf Club is home to the annual Darwin Cup, a feature of the Northern Territory racing carnival. The first Darwin race meeting, held in 1873, was an Easter... read more

Along the Arnhem Highway, forming part of the scenic Marrakai floodplains, the Djukbinj National Park contains a portion of the catchment and drainage for the Adelaide... read more

The East Point peninsular is a wonderful recreational area with extensive walking and cycling paths, relaxing picnic areas with free barbecue facilities and playgrounds... read more

The Flight Path Golf and Archery Range offers a relaxed golfing experience with floodlit facilities of 12 undercover hitting bays, a grassed tee area and putting and... read more

Forming part of the Tabletop Track in Litchfield National Park, this 22 kilometre walk will take you to Greenant Creek, through fascinating pockets of cool monsoon rainforest... read more

Found in Litchfield National Park, the spectacular Florence Falls cascade into a plunge pool, set in a pocket of monsoon forest. Take a refreshing dip in the plunge pool... read more

Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve is one of several parks in the lower Adelaide River catchment that provides a haven for wildlife amongst Darwin's developing rural fringe... read more

Established in the 1870s to supplement the Darwin's unstable food supply, the George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens 42 hectares showcase the flora of northern Australia... read more

This eight and a half kilometre walk, which forms part of the Tabletop Track in Litchfield National Park, takes you from Greenant Creek through to popular Wangi Falls... read more

Holmes Jungle Nature Park protects one of the few remaining areas of monsoon forest in the Darwin area. Large numbers of birds, mammals and reptiles breed and seek refuge... read more

Howard Springs Nature Park protects 283 hectares of diverse habitats including monsoon forests, extensive swamps and riverine areas. These areas provide valuable wildlife... read more

The Humpty Doo and Rural Area Golf Club is a 9 hole golf course with 2 tee positions to adapt to a 18 hole course set in pristine bushland in Darwin's rural area... read more

Indo Pacific Marine is a unique exhibition which promotes their man-made onshore marine ecosystems, highlighting the exclusive features of the coral reefs... read more

Jenny's Orchid Garden is located a half hour drive south of Darwin. With more than two acres dedicated to the commercial propagation of orchids, the garden has the... read more

Lake Alexander offers safe, year round swimming, with walking and cycling paths, relaxing picnic areas with free barbecue facilities and a playground for... read more

Lake Bennett is located 87 kilometres south of Darwin on the Stuart Highway, near the small town of Batchelor. This man made lake is ideal for safe swimming, canoeing... read more

Leaning Tree Lagoon Nature Park is located 90 kilometres east of Darwin, via the Arnhem Highway. This quiet, scenic lagoon has long been a favourite spot with locals... read more

Litchfield National Park is an easy hour-and-a-half journey from Darwin, and is one of the Top End's hidden treasures. This unspoiled wilderness boasts monsoon rainforests... read more

One of Litchfield National Park's unique sights is the hundreds of termite mounds standing up to two metres high in a wide swathe of empty ground. The mounds are like... read more

Darwin is the orchid capital of Australia. Majestic Orchids is the largest tropical cut flower orchid farm in Australia, housing a 1 million blooming tropical plants... read more

Manton Dam was built in 1942 and was Darwin's first reliable water supply. Today the dam is a popular recreation spot, with picnic and barbecue facilities set amongst... read more

The Mary River National Park (Proposed), protects a part of the Mary River catchment. Freshwater billabongs, including well-known fishing spots Shady Camp and Corroboree... read more

Enjoy the tropical night air at Darwin's Mindil Beach Sunset Markets every Thursday and Sunday evening between May and October. The markets have a multitude of stalls... read more

A beautiful and tranquil sight, Mistake Creek Billabong, in the Mary River National Park, is home to an abundance of wildlife, including crocodiles and thousands of unique... read more

The four houses making up the Myilly Point Heritage Precinct are the last of their kind in their original location and are prime examples of pre World War II Darwin architecture... read more

Nature's Way is a scenic tourism drive through Kakadu and Nitmiluk National Parks. For photographic, wildlife and birdwatching enthusiasts, this is a dream drive on... read more

Enjoy a refreshing dip into the scenic Robin Falls, located along Dorat Road near Adelaide River township, off the Stuart Highway. The falls are reached by a short walk... read more

Located off Point Stuart Road, in the Mary River National Park (proposed), Rockhole is an excellent stepping-off point from which to enjoy a day's fishing or exploration... read more

Shady Camp, located along Point Stuart Road, is a popular spot for anglers with a boat ramp onto the lower reaches of the Mary River. The viewing platform across the... read more

SKYCITY Darwin is set in 18 acres of lush tropical gardens, only moments from Darwin's central business district and offer complementary transfers four times daily... read more

The Tabletop Track, within Litchfield National Park, is a 39 kilometre bushwalk taking you along trickling creeklines, cascading waterfalls, crystal clear pools and undisturbed... read more