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Photographic Journeys
Explore brick-red soils and tamarind gorges highlighted by sage-coloured spinifex and rugged desert bushes. Discover blue-green floodplains, iridescent water lilies and lush monsoonal rainforests, all framed by large blue swathes of sky.
Outback photographer
Steve Strike, photographer and local character, captures the colours of the outback. (1:30 min)
Arnhem Land Photo Journey
Starting at Darwin and finishing at Nhulunbuy in far north-east Arnhem Land, five photographers drove more than 1500 kilometres and took more than 10, 000 images. (8:12 min)
Australia’s Outback Northern Territory is a myriad of striking landscapes drenched in a vivid light that transforms the character of the country throughout the day.
Steeped in nature, the NT is home to a unique range of flora and fauna and its dramatic vistas provide the perfect backdrop for capturing your memories in photographs.
A number of NT operators offer photographic journeys, providing enthusiasts with itineraries designed specifically to have photographers in the right place at the right time to capture the best images.
With expert guides and local professional photographers sharing their technical expertise and knowledge of the areas visited, visiting photographers are equipped with the skills to capture the most extraordinary scenes that only a journey through Australia’s Outback Northern Territory can offer.
Have a look at the slideshows and videos below to get an idea of the amazing opportunities that await you in the NT. We’ve also designed some itineraries for you to follow on your own photographic journey, or use the links to find a photographic tour to suit you. It won’t be long before you’re capturing your own awe-inspiring shots of Australia’s Outback!
Top 10 Spots in the Top End »
Top 10 Spots in the Red Centre »
Photographic Journeys in the Northern Territory
From the Top End to the Centre
Go on a trip from Darwin to Alice Springs. This lapse journey through the Northern Territory takes you through a vista of dramatic changes. Made from over 160.000 digital still pictures...
Top 10 Photographic Spots
in the Top End
The Top End of Australia is home to unparalleled vistas of wide open spaces, pristine nature, rare birds and wildlife and access to some of the world’s oldest rock art. Make sure you pack your wide-angle lens – you’ll need it!
Top 10 Photographic Spots
in the Red Centre
Expansive landscapes of brick-red earth, rugged rock formations, green scrub and crystal blue skies form a dramatic backdrop for captivating photos. Capture spectacular images of this remote, beautiful landscape.
Arnhem Land
Photographic Journey
Take a journey with five of Australia's leading photographers into Kakadu and Arnhem Land.
Photographic Journey Red Centre
Follow the journey of colours and discovery as six of Australia's leading photograph
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
