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. 

Come share our story. Share unforgettable forest and desert landscapes, and over 40,000 years of rich, living Aboriginal culture. Share a close encounter with a crocodile or try fishing for our famous Barramundi. Share in an epicurean array of foods, indulge at our many eclectic markets, then party till dawn in vibrant Darwin.

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

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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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Festivals and events

With over 180 events throughout the year, you're guaranteed to find something worth celebrating whenever you visit the Northern Territory.

  • Mindil Beach Markets, Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia

    Mindil Beach Sunset Markets

    Taste the flavours of the famous sunset markets, soaking up the dry season's tropical night air and sitting on the beach to enjoy the exotic flood.

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  • Tattersalls Finke Desert Race, Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia

    Tatts Finke Desert Race

    This notoriously difficult race, with bikes, cars and buggies racing through the desert to the small Aputula Community.

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  • BASSINTHEGRASS - Darwin Area, Northern Territory

    BASSINTHEGRASS 2013

    Rock out to some of Australia's best-known bands plus emerging Northern Territory acts at an all-ages festival in the atmospheric Darwin Amphitheatre.

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