The delights of Australia’s Northern Territory never cease to amaze. Traversing red ochre escarpments, navigating tropical woodlands, and soaking in a natural thermal spring, you’ll see why Australia is famous the world over for its unique outback landscapes. The World Heritage–listed Kakadu National Park is just one of the Northern Territory’s best-loved historical features. The … Continued
Experience two of the Northern Territory’s lesser-known natural attractions this spring. Tjuwaliyn (Douglas) Hot Springs Park, Darwin The Tjuwaliyn (Douglas) Hot Springs Park is a drawcard all year round. Its thermal hot springs and cooler owing waters will keep you blissed out for your entire stay. The hot springs are located on the lands of … Continued
This iconic trek covers more than 1100 kilometres, and takes visitors on a sightseeing adventure through world-famous national parks, sprawling canyons and majestic desert scenery. Alice Springs to Glen Helen is the first leg of the trip, and a drive between the two will bring you up close to history, nature and even the stars. … Continued
Seventy years ago, before the Gunbarrel Highway existed, the remote outback it traverses was close to impassable, with only grizzled bushmen daring to confront it. Cue Len Beadell, the man employed to map the area for proposed British atomic bomb testing sites. One of the last great Australian explorers, Beadell opened up several isolated desert … Continued
Two of the best-known and most impressive routes in Australia’s history are the Western Australia’s Canning Stock Route and the Overland Telegraph Track, between Adelaide and Darwin. During the 1890s, the discovery of gold near Kalgoorlie in southern Western Australia led to a rise in the region’s population, meaning that pastoralists working in the Kimberley … Continued
During the mid 1800s, exploration into the centre of Australia was well on its way, and this period became the peak time for exploration. Explorers had many aims, but highest among them were to continue mapping the country, to find natural resources, and to establish viable areas for settlement. Horses – ill-suited to the dry … Continued
Start at Katherine – one of the main stops on the Savannah Way – to see what lies ahead on this famous Australian track. Sitting at the southern tip of Kakadu National Park, the Nitmiluk National Park is home to some of Australia’s natural wonders. The Leliyn (Edith) Falls cascade year round, and provide a … Continued
For many people, the first image that springs to mind when they think of the Top End is endless dry desert under a sweltering red sun. But the Northern Territory is home to an impressive number of crystal-clear waterholes, thermal springs, cascading waterfalls and pristine beaches. Here are just two of the state’s most refreshing … Continued
Be marooned on Crab Claw Island A tranquil escape from the rest of the world, Crab Claw Island is 130 kilometres from Darwin by road, 15 minutes by air, or two hours by boat. However you manage to get there, you’ll be glad you did, because Crab Claw Island is surrounded by 2500 square kilometres … Continued
1 . Be marooned on Crab Claw Island A tranquil escape from the rest of the world, Crab Claw Island is a place for lovers of luxury, sun worshippers and beach bunnies – it’s a true island paradise that you’d visit for the views alone. Rise early stroll the beach with local kangaroos and birdlife, or take a … Continued