Northern Territory Tourism Blog

Seniors Coach Tours Not For You?

Posted on 04 August, 2016 in Seniors, Arnhem Land, Kakadu, Katherine, Litchfield

There are a number of coach tours for seniors on the market these days. They provide a range of tours across the Top End; through Kakadu, Litchfield, Katherine and there's even an Arnhem Land tour on offer now. They all cater for a specific market and most of them do it very well. But what if you consider yourself a senior but don't think this style of touring is for you? Well please read on...

THE BURN! Putting in a Firebreak at Cobourg Coastal Camp

Posted on 27 July, 2016 in Cobourg, Arnhem Land, Environment

For guest’s safety and to preserve the infrastructure, an annual burn around the perimeter of the camp is essential. This fire break provides a barrier between the camp and any rogue hot fires which can occur during the dry season if menacing undergrowth is allowed to accumulate...

Trepang Collecting; a Dangerous Job on the Cobourg Peninsula!

Posted on 19 July, 2016 in Cobourg

One of the joys of being a camp host at Cobourg Coastal Camp in remote Arnhem Land is the element of surprise during your daily duties...

A great company to tour with for a solo traveller

Posted on 12 July, 2016 in Arnhem Land, Cobourg, Kakadu, Seniors

It was with some trepidation that I commenced researching the possibility of undertaking a holiday on my own. My family and friends had been encouraging me to take some respite from my current situation. My husband has been in nursing care for a number of years and my daily visits coupled with the emotional drain were exhausting me...

Kakadu Tours from Jabiru

Posted on 26 May, 2016 in Kakadu, Arnhem Land

Jabiru is the small town in the heart of Kakadu National Park, it's about a 2.5-3hr drive from Darwin. Jabiru comprises of a few accommodation providers (inc. a hotel in the shape of a crocodile!), a couple of shops, a supermarket, service station, bakery and of course a pub! About 5km out of town is the...