A tour to Arnhem Land in the Northern Territory’s Top End promises all the things synonymous with a great Australian holiday: nature at its most wild, adventures at their most authentic, and cultural experiences at their richest. And with one of Arnhem Land’s larger communities, Gunbalanya, only a four hours’ drive from Darwin, it’s entirely possible to do it all in a day if you’re really short on time. Read on for a common one-day Arnhem Land tour itinerary or if time's not an issue skip to the bottom to learn more about our multi-day tours of Arnhem Land...
Read MoreOn arrival at Injalak Art Centre, you’re presented with a festival of colours; there are weavings, paintings and screen prints in pinks, purples, oranges, blues and greens, as well as the ochres, yellows, and reds that typify the traditional Aboriginal art aesthetic. The textures delight the senses, from the huskiness of pandanus weavings, to the luxurious roughness of printed silk, and the bark canvases made smooth with months of preparation for painting. But what makes Injalak so different to any art centre you’ve ever visited is the opportunity to interact with artists as they recreate the stories of their ancestors through their art...
Read MoreWe often get asked if we do tag-a-long tours into Arnhem Land and the simple answer is no, we don’t. On all our tours into Arnhem Land (and the Top End for that matter) our guests travel in one of our luxury tour vehicles with one of our expert guide/drivers. This ensures everyone stays safe and nothing is left to chance in this remote part of the Northern Territory....
Read MoreIn 2019 we are working with renowned photographer Alan Barker to bring you a special 6 day photography workshop. It's an opportunity for participants to hone their photography skills with one of the 'best in the business'. The workshop departs Darwin in early October and travels through some of the best photographic locations the Top End has to offer, including; Kakadu National Park, Arnhem Land and the Cobourg Peninsula. At each location Alan will offer one-on-one tuition to all participants, while in the evenings post-processing sessions will be available...
Read MoreIndigenous people have seen many strangers inhabit their land over thousands of years. As a result their cultural ways have changed a great deal. Today, the region of Arnhem Land is one place in Australia which hasn't seen as much change and many local people still practice their cultural traditions. One of the main reasons Arnhem Land is still such a cultural heart land is that you need permission to enter - it's Indigenous land and you can't enter unless you have a special permit (or you live there)...
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