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Nature Travel Australia

The Northern Territory is Australia's nature travel paradise.

Each of the 52 Northern Territory national parks and nature conservation reserves protect a variety of unique natural environments and native animals.

View rare species of flora, native wildlife and go birdwatching around the many established walking trails, swimming holes and camping areas.

Saltwater crocs, the most famous of the Territory’s creatures, can be seen in most rivers and billabongs in the Top End or at the wildlife parks around Darwin.

While the deserts of Central Australia may at first seem stark, closer inspection reveals a complex ecosystem, supporting some of the most unique flora and fauna on the planet.

The varied habitats, rare plants and animals, and spectacular landscapes of the Northern Territory are unmatched for an Australian nature holiday.

Things to See and Do

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CROCODILES

Watch and learn about the ancient saltwater crocodile

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SHORT WALKS

Stroll through stunning landscapes rich with wildlife

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SWIMMING SPOTS

Cool off with a plunge into natural waterholes

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WILDLIFE PARKS

Get up close and personal with Australia's wildlife

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ACCOMMODATION

Lush bushland settings to eco-friendly lodges

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ECO TOURS

Discover natural habitats with experienced guides

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WILDLIFE CRUISES

Spot birds, count crocodiles on a billabong or river cruise

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BIRDWATCHING TOURS

Twitchers, join a birding tour with local experts

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Learn more about NT Nature Experiences

saltwater crocodile

The Saltwater Crocodile
Crocodiles are undoubtedly the most fascinating animal in the Northern Territory.

katherine gorge, nitmiluk national park

Katherine Gorge
Join Ranger Greg Peckham on a journey down river and through one of the most majestic landscapes, the Katherine Gorge.

larapinta trail

Larapinta Trail
Explore a dozen different landscapes on a trek across the West MacDonnell Ranges.

northern territory birds

Northern Territory Birds
When you wake early to the sound of birds, it’s not too long before you learn to love them.

tropical bird watching

Bird watching - Tropics
The splash of colour from some of Australia’s most beautiful and rare bird species adds another dimension of vibrancy in the Northern tropics.

desert bird watching

Bird watching - Deserts
Stretching from Tennant Creek to Alice Springs and Uluru in the south, this region is home to a diverse range of rare and interesting bird species.

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Seasons of Kakadu
Kakadu National Park changes dramatically with the seasons and one visit just won’t be enough.

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