Seek Different in the Northern Territory

Awaken your senses and discover all the colors the Northern Territory has to offer.

Fly direct to Darwin, Alice Springs and Uluru from most capital cities. Tour the Northern Territory’s iconic national parks, swim under tropical waterfalls in the Top End or dip into an outback waterhole in the Red Centre. Take a road trip to the heart of Australia and make the most of your summer in the Northern Territory.

Plan Your Northern Territory Adventure

Darwin & Surrounds 3 Day Itinerary

Alice Springs & Surrounds 3 Day Itinerary

Uluru & Surrounds 3 Day Itinerary

The Northern Territory Travel Inspiration

8 Bucket List Swimming Spots in the Northern Territory

10 Things to Do When Visiting Alice Springs

10 Things to Do Around Uluru

Where to Stay in the Northern Territory

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

7.7 Good

Mindil Beach Casino Resort is an ultimate travel destination for discerning guests seeking a truly five star beachfront experience in Australia’s extraordinary Top End.

from $216

Travelodge Resort Darwin

8.1 Very good

Travelodge Resort Darwin is located in the heart of Darwin’s CBD, close to great shopping and many major city attractions including Darwin Waterfront.

from $213

Desert Palms Alice Springs

8.2 Very good

An oasis in the outback, the Desert Palms is a three and a half star outback property offering individual studio villa accommodation, set around a crystal clear free-form pool with island, waterfall and surrounded by tropical gardens.

from $159

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Alice Springs

7.7 Good

On the banks of the Todd River, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel is near town center and adjacent to Alice Springs Golf Club. Perks include our tennis courts and heated outdoor pool overlooking the garden.

from $242

Palms City Resort

8.4 Very good

Palms City Resort offers boutique resort style accommodation in free standing villas and hotel rooms on The Esplanade in Darwin.

from $235

Sails in the Desert

8.3 Very good

In Australia’s Red Centre, the five star Sails in the Desert hotel beautifully contrasts Uluru’s raw natural beauty with a decidedly luxurious outback holiday experience.

from $483

Pine Tree Motel

9.4 Wonderful

Featuring an outdoor pool, Pine Tree Motel is situated in Katherine and offers comfortable accommodation. It is conveniently located for those wishing to sightsee in the area.

Argus Hotel Darwin

8.2 Very good

Located in the City, Argus Hotel Darwin consists of 102 contemporary rooms. All hotel guests are invited to a complimentary continental daily breakfast buffet.

from $219

Diplomat Hotel Alice Springs

6.8 Okay

Located only minutes walk from the heart of the Todd Mall, the Diplomat Motel is close to shops, restaurants, cafes and many of the local attractions Alice Springs has to offer.

from $100

Things to do in the Northern Territory

Kings Canyon Guided Rim Walk

From Kings Canyon Resort, join a guide on a rocky climb to the rim of Kings Canyon for superb views of Watarrka National Park. The walk takes up to three hours and requires a good level of fitness, but you’ll be rewarded with a panorama of sandstone cliffs and other landscapes of Australia’s Red Centre.

Darwin Sunset Dinner Cruise on Cape Adieu

Darwin is famous for its lush tropical climate, outdoor activities and fresh seafood. This 2.5-hour dinner cruise brings these elements together with an intimate 4-course meal on a traditional Fishing Vessel.

Spirit of Kakadu 4WD Tour

Sit back and relax as your guide takes you through the southern end of the world heritage listed Kakadu National Park.

Litchfield National Park

Wildlife and Jumping Croc cruise which is a private boat cruise for our passengers only. Our tour departs at 6am so we are the only ones on the river at this time of the morning.

Uluru Sunset Camel Safari

Camel experts will guide you through every step of the way! Once on your camel’s back, you will be guided to the bush track and embark into the spectacular desert for your one-hour camel ride.

Uluru and Kata Tjuta Tour

Get picked up from the Ayers Rock Resort and journey by luxury coach with an on-board toilet to the sacred rock of Uluru. Make your way towards the majestic domes of Kata-Tjuta for your first walk of the day.

Early Morning Ballooning in Alice Springs

Float above the outback desert on this exciting hot air balloon adventure! Rise before dawn and watch your balloon inflate in the early rays of daybreak, before boarding your balloon and heading aloft. Drift over this barren landscape and spot wildlife from the air.

Alice Springs Desert Park Nocturnal Tour

Alice Springs Desert Park is where the stories of the desert come alive. Showcasing the animals, people and plants of the Red Centre. The Nocturnal Tour lets you get up close to rare and endangered animals of the desert during a night spotlighting tour with a local guide.

Katherine Gorge Cruise

The Nitmiluk Gorge is made up of 13 separate gorges. This maze of waterways has been sculpted from the sandstone over countless millennia by the Katherine River. Experience the beauty, history and culture of the Northern Territory’s Nitmiluk National Park.

Traveling to the Northern Territory

Getting here by Air

Traveling by air to the Northern Territory from interstate is a breeze. Domestic flights to NT are operated by Qantas, Virgin Australia, Airnorth and Jetstar. Modern, well-equipped airports are located at Darwin in the north and in the center at Alice Springs.

Peak season for air travel to NT is June – August; it’s advisable to book well ahead during these months.

Getting here by Bus

Major coach and tour companies run coach services between transport hubs in the Northern Territory and destinations in Western Australia, South Australia and Queensland. Major routes include Darwin–Broome, Adelaide – Alice Springs, and Townsville – Alice Springs/Darwin (via Tennant Creek).

Services on major routes run during the day and night, with regular stops for refreshments and amenities. For information about tickets, schedules and fares, visit local visitor information centers and transport hubs.

Getting here by Train

Running between Adelaide and Darwin, The Ghan is one of the world’s great train journeys and the most romantic way to travel the NT. Private sleeper cabins and elegant dining carriages are evocative of a bygone era in travel and the rail pace is perfect for watching the stunning changes in scenery as you travel through the heart of the country.

The Ghan’s scheduled services run twice a week in both directions from June until September and once a week at all other times. The journey takes three days and two nights: a perfect amount of time to sit back, relax and take in the view.

Getting here by Car

Travelling by car is one of the best ways to explore the Territory, with 95% of the NT’s attractions accessible by sealed highways. Driving west from Queensland, the most easily accessible route is the fully sealed Barkly Highway from Mt Isa. Alternatively you can drive the unsealed portion of the Victoria Highway from Cairns.

There are a few access points from Western Australia, including the Victoria Highway and Butine Highway in the north and the Tanami Road that runs across the Tanami Desert in the south. Driving north from South Australia, take the Stuart Highway from Adelaide through Coober Pedy into the Northern Territory.