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Backpacking and
Working Holidays
If you want to discover the true essence of Australia’s Outback on your backpacking adventure, the Northern Territory is the ultimate destination to explore.
Escape the well-worn track of the east coast and join the youngest population in Australia. With more than 50 nationalities, The Northern Territory is a hub for backpackers wanting to explore the amazing natural attractions of the region.
Whether you choose to live or visit, there are plenty of backpacking accommodation options, from award-winning hostels and hotels to safari tents and swags.
There are plenty of long-term and temporary working holiday opportunities where you can gain valuable work experience.
Or if you want to stretch your boundaries, learn a new skill or simply get paid to live near world-famous attractions, have a go at working as a station hand on an outback cattle station, meet some true-blue Aussies working in an outback pub, master the art of tropical fishing as a deckhand or enjoy city life with a nine to five job and nights free to hang out with mates.
The Northern Territory is the ultimate destination when backpacking in Australia, so update your resume, shift into gear and make your way here.
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Darwin Travel Guide
Darwin is an excellent base to further explore the Top End, which also encompasses Litchfield and Kakadu National Parks, Arnhem Land, Tiwi Islands and Katherine.
Kakadu Travel Guide
Kakadu National Park, in Australia’s Northern Territory, is one of only a handful of world heritage sites listed for both its natural and cultural values.
Red Centre
Situated in the heart of Australia’s outback, the Red Centre has at its core the legendary town of Alice Springs and is well known for the World Heritage Uluru / Ayers Rock.
Discover the Didgeridoo
Producing a distinctive and wholesome natural sound, the didgeridoo is an ancient musical instrument.
Katherine Gorge
Join Ranger Greg Peckham on a journey down river and through one of the most majestic landscapes, the Katherine Gorge.
Camel Cup
It is nothing to see a camel sit down mid-race or veer off the track completely if the mood strikes it.
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.
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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