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Aboriginal Experiences in Northern Territory

Embrace Aboriginal cultures on experiences in Darwin/Gulumerrdgen, Kakadu, Arnhem Land, Katherine and surrounds and Walk in the footsteps of Traditional Custodians in the Red Centre hubs of Uluru, Alice Springs and Kings Canyon.

Meet Aboriginal artists

Uluru is home to one of Australia’s best known Aboriginal art centres. Here you can meet artists, take a class, sign up for a cultural tour, and more.

 

Understand the significance of Uluru

From an Aboriginal-guided tour of sacred traditional lands to a crash-course in Aboriginal astronomy as the stars twinkle above Uluru, uncover a rich array of ways to experience the Red Centre’s sacred monolith. 

 

Be surprised by the desert’s bounty

Australia’s Red Centre may seem like an unforgiving environment. But you’ll be amazed to discover the ingenious ways Aboriginal peoples have learned to live in harmony with this soul-stirring landscape for millennia.

 

Buckle up for a cultural safari

Take a thrilling 4WD adventure to wild and remote Aboriginal lands, where the cultures are as rich as the native wildlife, and Aboriginal accommodations offer opportunities to enjoy the landscapes for longer.

 

Experiences near Darwin, Uluru & Alice Springs

3-Day Kakadu and Arnhem Land Tour

From Fogg Dam Reserve to Yellow Water Billabong, see Kakadu and Arnhem Land in 4WD luxury. Enjoy an airboat ride, and visit remote Gunbalanya, Injalak Hill and Maguk. Explore experience here.

4-Day Cobourg Peninsula Tour

Traverse Kakadu National Park by 4WD to Arnhem Land to glimpse ancient Aboriginal rock art. Camp on Cobourg Peninsula, then cruise the NT's largest marine park. Explore experience here.

Didgeridoo Workshop

Be enthralled by the enchanting sounds of the didgeridoo, and then try your hand at playing this traditional Aboriginal instrument. It’s not as easy as it looks. Explore experience here.

Dot-Painting Experience

A fun and organic dot-painting workshop with a local Anangu artist. Learn about traditional art, symbols, tools and more to create your own artwork. Explore experience here.

Bush Medicine Workshop

Senior Anangu ladies invite you to learn about the use of traditional bush medicine. Discover and sample native plants and their healing properties. Explore experience here.

 

NT Itineraries

These Northern Territory itineraries offer travelers a chance to explore Australia's rugged outback, from the iconic red sands of Uluru to the lush gorges of Kakadu National Park. Whether it's embarking on a cultural journey through ancient Aboriginal sites or venturing into the wild landscapes of Alice Springs, these itineraries showcase the diverse beauty of the region.

Northern Territory | Darwin to Litchfield National Park Road Trip Itinerary

Northern Territory | Darwin to Litchfield National Park Road Trip Itinerary

Discover the best of the Northern Territory's Top End on this Nature's Way road trip itinerary.

Day 1: Darwin Apollo Branch to Kakadu National Park

Distance: 151km

Travel time: 1 hour 45 minutes

Pick up your Apollo Camper and head south - today's destination is Kakadu National Park. On the way stop at Adelaide River and admire massive saltwater crocodiles jump out of the water (from the safety of your riverboat, of course!)

Image: Lachlan Gardiner

 

Day 2 and Day 3: Kakadu National Park

Spend the next few days exploring the world heritage listed Kakadu National Park. Hop on a sunrise or sunset crocodile spotting cruise at Yellow Water, stop by towering waterfalls and walk through ancient Aboriginal rock art galleries. While you're here we recommend visiting Ubirr - where the rock art is considered some of the best in the world. 

Image: Lachlan Gardiner
 

Day 4: Kakadu National Park to Katherine

Distance: 152km

Travel time: 1 hour 30 minutes

If you can pull yourself away from Kakadu National Park, it's time to head to Katherine. Relax after the 90 minute drive at the natural thermal springs Katherine Hot Springs before preparing yourself for Nitmiluk National Park tomorrow. 

Image: Tourism Northern Territory

 

Day 5: Nitmiluk National Park

Only a short drive from Katherine, Nitmiluk National Park is a place of wonder. Make your way to Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge and explore a few of the towering sandstone gorges by helicopter, cruise, kayak or even by foot. 

Image: Lachlan Gardiner
 

Day 6: Katherine to Litchfield National Park

Distance: 255km

Travel time: 2 hours 30 minutes

Say goodbye to Katherine and head north to another national park (sensing a theme here?). Renown for its accessible, unspoiled wilderness, Litchfield National Park is a nature-lover's paradise. We recommend stopping in at Wangi Falls and Florence Falls. Remember that the Northern Territory is crocodile country so only swim where signs indicate it is possible.

Image: Tourism Northern Territory

 

Day 7: Litchfield National Park to Darwin Apollo Branch

Distance: 108km

Travel time: 1 hour 15 minutes

It's time to head back to Darwin. On the way be sure to stop at the Territory Wildlife Park or finish with a picnic at Berry Springs Nature Park. If you're staying in Darwin before flying home, we recommend visiting the Darwin Sailing Club for a sunset drink. 

Image: Lachlan Gardiner

 

Want to know more?

Read more about the Nature's Way on northernterritory.com.

 

Highlights

Tiwi Islands

Take a trip across the water to find the unique haven that is the Tiwi Islands. With a thriving Aboriginal arts culture, fishing lodges and coastal landscape with breathtaking sunsets, the Tiwi Islands promises to be a destination like no other. 

Gunlom Plunge Pool

Located in world heritage listed Kakadu National Park, Gunlom Plunge Pool is an infinity style pool with incredible sweeping views of the surrounding landscape.

Mindil Beach Sunset Markets

The heart of Darwin's foodie culture, the Mindil Beach Sunset Markets sees the congregation of over 200 unique stalls set to the backdrop of a classic Darwin sunset. 

Nitmiluk National Park

Be drawn to the spectacular sandstone Nitmilk (Katherine) Gorge in Nitmiluk National Park near Katherine. 

 

 

 

 

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