City: Northern Territory
Top Things to do in Northern Territory
- 1. The Kangaroo Sanctuary
- 2. Katherine Outback Experience
- 3. Ubirr
- 4. Litchfield National ParkNorthern TerritoryDiscover the NT
- 5. Ormiston Gorge and Pound
- 6. Adelaide River War Cemetery
- 7. Wangi Falls
- 8. Karlu Karlu-Devils Marbles Conservation ReserveNorthern TerritoryDiscover the NT
- 9. Territory Wildlife ParkNorthern TerritorySelf drive discovery from Darwin
- 10. The Larapinta TrailNorthern Territory4 powerful hiking experiences in the Red Centre
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What to do and see in Northern Territory, Australia: The Best Places and Tips
The Northern Territory (abbreviated as NT) is a federal Australian territory in the central and central northern regions of Australia. It shares borders with Western Australia to the west (129th meridian east), South Australia to the south (26th parallel south), and Queensland to the east (138th meridian east). To the north, the territory is bordered by the Timor Sea, the Arafura Sea and the Gulf of Carpentaria. Despite its large area—over 1,349,129 square kilometres (520,902 sq mi), making it the third largest Australian federal division—it is sparsely populated. The Northern Territory's population of 244,000 (2016) makes it the least populous of Australia's eight major states and territories, having fewer than half as many people as Tasmania.
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1. The Kangaroo Sanctuary
Overall Ratings
5 based on 364 reviews
Home of the famous Kangaroo Dundee documentary series (BBC UK / National Geographic USA) Visit kangaroos in their natural habitat on a guided sunset tour.
Reviewed By Lindagreenacre - York, United Kingdom
What a privilege to visit The Kangaroo Sanctuary and be guided by the charismatic Chris Barnes. He is absolutely passionate about the aims of the Enterprise on the site which he leases from the airport. We saw two young orphan kangaroos which were kept in...MoreThank you so much for your lovely review of our Sanctuary, and the additional important advice for future visitors. We are so glad you enjoyed your tour. Kind Regards Tahnee & Brolga
2. Katherine Outback Experience
Overall Ratings
5 based on 342 reviews
Ever wondered how a young horse is broken-in or how working dogs are trained to muster cattle? Prepare to be captivated as 2x Golden Guitar winner and horseman extraordinaire, Tom Curtain, provides real life horse-starting and dog training demonstrations, highlighting life on the land on outback Australian cattle stations. Without giving too much away, this 90 minute show is truly an authentic and hands-on experience complete with trick horses, buffalo, goats, brahman cattle and other station characters, entwined with outlandish station tales and boundless bush humour. The show is in a constant state of evolution, with new acts and new animals. It is an experience not to be missed! BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL! NT Season is 1 APRIL 2018 to 31 OCTOBER 2018. Shows: Monday, Thursday and Friday 4:30-6:00pm | Tuesday 9:30am | Wednesday 2:30pm | Selected Saturdays 4:30-6:00pm.
Reviewed By kingleois1
We visited as part of a tour group, as a side trip from our "Ghan" rail trip from Adelaide to Darwin.
The show that you guys gave us was wonderful and very informative. I personally learned a lot about horses that I never knew even though I had been in an environment of horses as a teenager. I have no hesitation in recommending your outback experience to all. Even "townies" should enjoy it.
3. Ubirr
Overall Ratings
5 based on 640 reviews
Reviewed By HJxxx2016 - London, United Kingdom
This is a must. The climb to the top of the 'hill' is difficult but worth every step for the 360 degree views you have from the top. So few people there when I was there (October) made it extra special. The Aboriginal artwork on the rocks is a must. Allow 1-2 hours for this site.
4. Litchfield National ParkNorthern TerritoryDiscover the NT
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 990 reviews
Originally home to the Aboriginal Wagait people, this national park's major attractions are its monsoon rainforest, magnificent streams and Waterfalls, and historic ruins.
Reviewed By LeeF62 - Haifa, Israel
We visited Litchfield National Park on a day trip in the wet season. This had the advantage that we could enjoy the cascading Waterfalls at their very best. The disadvantage though was that it is too dangerous to swim in the pools that are great during the dry season. There were clear notices at all these sites that they are CLOSED for swimming. Some of the Lookouts were also almost inaccessible as parts of the pathways are becoming submerged, so it won't be long till the park rangers have to close them too. Although it poured with rain all day long, we were lucky to manage to see Florence Falls, Tolmer Falls and Buley Rockhole as well as the fascinating magnetic and Cathedral termite mounds.
5. Ormiston Gorge and Pound
Overall Ratings
5 based on 196 reviews
Reviewed By Maria F - Sydney, Australia
Ormiston Gorge is one of the many places in the Western MacDonnells that you MUST visit if you're in this area. It's surprising that 5 "Rivers" pass through the Alice Springs area and 3 have permanent surface water (the other rivers, as the locals say,...MoreHello Maria F, thank you for your review of Ormiston Gorge in the West MacDonnell National Park. Glad you enjoyed your visit to Ormiston. For any future visitors to Ormiston Gorge, it takes approximately 1.5hrs to get there from Alice Springs.
6. Adelaide River War Cemetery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 125 reviews
Reviewed By Natalie1964 - Melbourne
During the Second World War, Adelaide River was the headquarters of a large base and the Adelaide River War Cemetery was created for the burial of servicemen and women who died in this part of Australia during that war. After the war, the Army Graves Service moved graves from civil Cemeteries, isolated sites and temporary military burial grounds, into the current cemetery sight. Hence why you see both civilian and servicemen and women here. It is a well maintained area which is lovely to walk around and have time for reflection.
7. Wangi Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 120 reviews
Reviewed By linhvu9x - Bac Ninh, Vietnam
I visited this place in October so some tracks are closed due to wet season and crocodile-wise crocodiles everywhere. It's good to swim there.
8. Karlu Karlu-Devils Marbles Conservation ReserveNorthern TerritoryDiscover the NT
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 251 reviews
Karlu Karlu, otherwise known as the Devils Marbles, are a collection of gigantic round boulders many of which are precariously balanced on top of one another. they are found easily on the Stuart highway near Wauchoupe which is approximately 100 kilometres from Tennant Creek. There are some walking tracks through the reserve and camping is available.
9. Territory Wildlife ParkNorthern TerritorySelf drive discovery from Darwin
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 361 reviews
At the Territory Wildlife Park you can see the Top End of Northern Australia in 4 hours rather than 4 days! The Park is a 45 minute drive south of Darwin city. It occupies 625 hectares of native bush adjacent to the Berry Springs Nature Park. The Wildlife Park showcases animals and plants of the Top End in both natural settings and exhibits for ease of viewing, as well as the diversity of natural habitats of the Top End. The Park is spread out around a 4km loop road with free shuttle trains and natural walking paths linking the attractions. The Main Station Cafe, Nocturnal House and Aquarium are airconditioned.
Reviewed By Lawrence S - Worcestershire, United Kingdom
We visited this attraction in the rainy season so it was very hot and humid. The upside is that everything looks green and fresh. The site is a large one but there is a road train which circles the park and will drop off and pick up at all the major attractions. However the best way to explore is on foot. There are zones from aquarium and aviary to monsoon and wallabies. At different times you can watch a display involving birds of prey or join in feeding the wallabies. Great for families. Allow plenty of time. A minimum would be a half day to properly enjoy this attraction.
10. The Larapinta TrailNorthern Territory4 powerful hiking experiences in the Red Centre
Overall Ratings
5 based on 414 reviews
Reviewed By Ros W - Melbourne, Australia
We had a wonderful time with World Expeditions. Our guides, Maddie, Earl and Rick were
always bright and cheerful. They worked non stop. They were sensitive to everyone's needs. They could not have done better.
We had a great group of people. The walking was amazing starting with Ormiston Pound and Gorge, an early night and 2.30 am wake up for the climb up Mt Sondor. Breathtaking views. We were given lots of interesting information and the opportunity to listen to the original owners of the land. The accommodation was fine and there was ample food . No one was sick or injured...not even a blister.
A highlight was everyone dancing at dawn to "Ride like the Wind". Lots of laughter.
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