Destinations / Darwin / Darwin Outdoors
With year-round temperatures in the low 30s, Darwin is the great outdoors.
Wake up to a view of sailing boats on the bluest waters and make sure you catch a barramundi before you go. Darwin is also the gateway to World Heritage Kakadu and the refreshing swimming holes of Litchfield National Park.
Browse the adjacent links to discover the true diversity of the Darwin experience and fast-track your holiday planning.
Download the Darwin Outdoor's fact sheet (PDF 494Kb)
Things to See and Do
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Editor's Journey
Caroline Roessler, editor of Notebook sailed the idyllic harbour waters of Darwin and experienced the landscape of the Top End. Follow her journeys and get a feeling for Darwin and surrounds.
The Saltwater Crocodile
Crocodiles are undoubtedly the most fascinating animal in the Northern Territory. There is almost a one to one ratio of crocs to humans in the north, so you’re sure to come across them in Territory waterways.
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.
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.
