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Darwin Insiders Guide

Fall for Darwin’s vibrant atmosphere in a city where the action and adventure never stops but is always accompanied with a laid back attitude. Here, it’s all about the outdoors, whether you are taking to the water on one of the dry season’s endless perfect days or chasing lightning during the monsoon.

Hit the beach to take in the eclectic sights, aromas and sounds of the local markets and finish your day with another vivid sunset. Music, art and a blend of more than 70 cultures make a simple walk around Darwin’s streets a veritable assault on the senses.

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Adventure Landing - Katherine Gorge Flight

Katherine Gorge Flight
For a real adventure experience, climb aboard a helicopter for a panoramic view of Katherine Gorge.

Adventure Landing Tropical summer

Tropical Summer
Our tropical summer, from December to early March, is considered by many to be the northern region's most beautiful time of year.

Adventure Landingpage Kakadu

Kakadu National Park
Plan where to trek, swim and sleep in Kakadu National Park. View Kakadu’s magnificent escarpment and roaring waterfalls or experience its rich Aboriginal culture.

Adventure Landingpage Ballooning

Outback ballooning
Float with the wind above the red sand in a balloon, an outback sunrise from aloft is like viewing a painting of pastel blues, purples and yellows.

Adventure Landing Trip Top End to Centre

From the Top End to the Centre
Go on a trip from Darwin to Alice Springs. This journey through the Northern Territory takes you through a vista of dramatic changes.

Adventure Landingpage Pioneering

Pioneering the Outback
Outback character and publican, Jim Cotterill, has been discovering the natural wonders of the Red Centre and The Outback since his childhood in the 1960s.

Adventure Landing - Katmandu Photsshooting

Kathmandu Photoshoot
Kathmandu has chosen the NT as the destination to shoot their 2008/09 Summer clothing range. The New Zealand outfitter put their outdoors apparel to the ultimate road test, trekking the Larapinta Trail and Kings Canyon

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