Northern Territory Tourism Blog

Where to stay on the Cobourg Peninsula (Garig Gunak Barlu National Park)

Posted on 21 August, 2023 in Arnhem Land, Cobourg, Birdwatching, Camping, Culture, Darwin, Fishing, Hiking, Luxury, Photography, Private Charter, Seafood, Top End Locations, Tours, Victoria Settlement, Wildlife

Cobourg Penunsula, Garig Gunak National Park. It's rugged, isolated, and boasts some of the world’s best fishing. Over 2,000 square kilometres of primarily uninhabited coastline, this diverse Peninsula offers brilliant white beaches, coastal mangroves, sea meadows and coral reefs teaming with abundant sea life. If you like to travel off the beaten track and experience some spectacular wilderness, this is your spot! With such seclusion, accommodation options are limited.

Yellow Water Billabong Kakadu National Park

Posted on 03 March, 2023 in Birdwatching, Culture, Darwin, Fishing, Kakadu, Photography, Top End Locations, Tours, Wet Season, Wildlife

One of Kakadu National Park's most well-known landmarks, Yellow Water Billabong boasts home to at least 60 bird species, including majestic sea eagles, dancing Brolgas and graceful Jabirus. Salt Water Crocodiles maintain their position at the top of the food chain amongst Water Buffalo, Wallabies and Brumbies. There is so much to take in on this spectacular waterway, with several ways to experience it.

The Ultimate Tour of Kakadu, Arnhem Land & Beyond...

Posted on 04 November, 2021 in Arnhem Land, Katherine, Kakadu, Cobourg, Luxury, Waterfalls, Rock Art, Photography, Birdwatching, Camping, Culture, Hiking, Wildlife

Over 9 big days you'll see some of the most remote and spectacular landscapes in the NT, accessing many areas off limits to the general public. You'll travel with an expert Venture North guide through Kakadu National Park, Arnhem Land and beyond. Be joined by numerous Indigenous guides along the way to learn about culture first hand. Accommodation includes a mixture of permanent camps, cabins as well as a bit of luxury. It really is a trip that has it all and we hope you can join us in 2022.

NEW TOUR EXCLUSIVE TO APRIL 2021 - 5 Day Kakadu, Litchfield & Katherine Tour

Posted on 11 January, 2021 in Birdwatching, Culture, Darwin, Environment, Hiking, Kakadu, Katherine, Litchfield, Luxury, Tours, Top End Locations, Rock Art, Photography, Waterfalls, Wet Season, Wildlife

Exclusive to April 2021 and with only two departures, this new tour is for people looking to experience the most famous parts of the Top End while travelling in a small, intimate group (maximum of 6 guests). Your expert Venture North tour guide/driver will show you all the popular (and lesser known) spots and give you the insiders guide to the history and culture of the region. You'll see plenty of wildlife and get to enjoy some glamping in Kakadu National Park and a touch of luxury at Katherine Gorge. Highlights include; hiking into waterfalls and swimming in picturesque water holes, exploring ancient rock art sites, a scenic flight over Kakadu National Park, wildlife cruises full of birdlife and crocodiles, glamping and luxury accommodation + much more! You can read the full day-by-day itinerary below.

The eight most photographable spots in the Top End

Posted on 31 July, 2019 in Photography, Top End Locations, Tours

With some of Australia’s most expansive panoramas, impressive people and breathtaking wilderness, there’s no shortage of photo opportunities in the Northern Territory’s Top End. We’ve pulled together a list of eight of the most photographable spots in Kakadu National Park, Arnhem Land and Cobourg Peninsula, all covered in our six-day photography tour hosted by renowned landscape and portrait photographer, Alan Barker...