Northern Territory Tourism Blog

7 Day Kimberley Tour from Kununurra to Darwin

Posted on 04 December, 2018 in Kimberley, Tours

The Kimberley region of Western Australia is one of the world’s largest yet most uninhabited wilderness areas. It's an amazing place to tour, from it's rugged sandstone plateaus to it's picturesque waterfalls and hot-springs, there is something for everyone...

Tours of Arnhem Land and the Cobourg Peninsula

Posted on 27 October, 2018 in Arnhem Land, Cobourg, Culture

Indigenous 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)...

Things To Do In Darwin In The Wet Season

Posted on 17 October, 2018 in Darwin, Wet Season

Darwin is a great place to visit in the wet season if you are prepared for a bit of heat, humidity and some rain. This time of year is famous for it's epic lightning storms, pumping waterfalls, bulging rivers systems and lush, green National Parks. 'The Wet', as we Territorians call it, officially runs from the start of November to the end of April. In the wet season you'll see the Top End at the mercy of mother nature...

Kakadu with a Toddler in Tow!

Posted on 05 October, 2018 in Kakadu, kids, family

Kakadu National Park is home to ancient rock art sites, spectacular waterfalls, gorges, amazing swimming holes, unique wildlife and a year-round tropical climate - surely a recipe for a great family holiday! We’ve shortlisted a few stops in the Park that should keep young children (as well as the grown ups) happy...

Environmentally Sustainable Tourism

Posted on 05 September, 2018 in Environment, Tours, Cobourg

Venture North is committed to environmentally sustainable tourism. On our tours we visit many pristine regions and culturally sensitive sites; consequently the preservation of these areas is of the utmost importance. On the Cobourg Peninsula in north-west Arnhem Land we are fortunate to have been granted permission by the Traditional Owners to operate a tourist camp. We take our responsibility seriously to look after the land, sea and it's inhabitants. The area is home to the NT's largest Marine Park which also forms part of the...