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Welcome to the Northern Territory, Australia's Outback

From iconic Uluru (Ayers Rock) in Australia's vast Red Centre, to Darwin and World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park in the tropical Top End, the Northern Territory is both timeless and as ever-changing as the seasons.

Australia's Northern Territory is all this and more. Come share our story.

Destinations

Feeling adventurous? You've come to the right place. Hit the trail and discover the diverse landscapes, ancient culture and colourful characters of Australia's vast Northern Territory region.

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Top 10 things to do in Northern Territory, Australia

- Hot air ballooning
  
  Float across the sky in a hot air balloon and see the colours and shapes of the landscape come alive – this is a new perspective on the Territory.
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- Bird watching
  
  Bit of a twitcher? Get your wings wet bird watching in the NT and discover the rainbow of colour and the symphony chorus of native bird species.
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- Walking and hiking
  
  Appreciate the breathtaking beauty of the NT's wilderness by exploring it on two feet. You'll find some of the best bushwalks in the country.
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- Canoeing and kayaking
  
  Drift past river banks lined with rocky escarpments and sandy beaches and get up close to native fauna like wallabies, eagles and lake monitors.
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- Self-drive touring
  
  Venture from place to place creating your own itinerary, or choose from three long journeys: The Red Centre Way, The Explorer’s Way and Binns Track.
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- Rail journeys
  
  This legendary train travels through the centre of the continent, visiting some of the Territory's most spectacular destinations along the way.
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- Aboriginal rock art
  
  Visit rock art sites in Kakadu, Uluru, Watarrka and Katherine to get a glimpse of the Dreamtime and experience an ancient culture 40,000 years on.
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- Aboriginal culture tours
  
  Discover Aboriginal tradition, Dreamtime stories, art and culture on a guided tour in NT, home to Australia's largest population of Aboriginal people.
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- Art galleries
  
  See renowned Aboriginal artworks at the Araluen Cultural Precinct in Alice, and at indigenous galleries throughout Katherine, Kakadu and Arnhem Land.
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- Museums
  
  From Aboriginal art and culture through to European settlement and World War II, life in the Northern Territory is a rich and unique story.
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Start planning your NT adventure

- Accommodation
  
  Book yourself into one of the NT's many accommodation options, from five-star hotels and wilderness resorts to safari camps and backpacker hostels.
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- Itineraries
  
  Choose from one of our inspiring itineraries or mix 'n match your own course - there's no end to the possibilities when touring the wonders of NT.
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- Working holidays
  
  The Territory gives visitors the opportunity to experience a lifestyle that's very different from the rest of Australia and the world.
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- Maps
  
  Chart your Northern Territory adventure with these comprehensive maps covering towns, deserts, islands, national parks, tourist drives and 4WD tracks.
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- Weather and seasons
  
  The Northern Territory has two distinct climate zones: the tropical Top End, which has two seasons, and semi-arid Central Australia, which has four.
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- Getting here
  
  An epic road trip, a luxury cruise, an unforgettable train journey: find the best ways to get to the Northern Territory, by air, road and sea.
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- Getting around
  
  Travel on two wheels or four, steer your own course or let someone else take charge – find your favourite way to get around in the Northern Territory.
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- Visitor information centres
  
  Get the low-down from a local at one of NT's tourist centres, or from a tourist information counter located at major transport hubs and attractions.
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- Useful information
  
  Get tips for planning your Northern Territory trip, including advice about visas, accessibility, communication, safety and the best NT travel apps.
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- Safety information
  
  Take these safety precautions in the great outdoors to make sure your holiday in the Northern Territory is memorable for all the right reasons.
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