Northern Territory Tourism Blog

Arnhem Land Tours from Darwin

Posted on 15 October, 2025 in Arnhem Land, Tours, Rock Art, Private Charter, Cobourg, Culture, Darwin

Discover all that Arnhem Land has to showcase on a micro-group private or shared group tour.

All you need to know about Cahills Crossing

Posted on 15 October, 2025 in Arnhem Land, Birdwatching, Cobourg, Environment, Fishing, Kakadu, Photography, Private Charter, Top End Locations, Tours, Wet Season

Straddling the East Alligator River, Cahills Crossing is notorious and one of Australia's best-known crocodile spotting sites. Separating Kakadu National Park from Arnhem Land and the Cobourg Peninsula, this section of the river can go from a sleepy muddy stream to a torrent of water in a moment. Crossing it in a vehicle can be dangerous; however, with a bit of careful planning and common sense, the risks are minimal.

Wet Season Tours - Embracing the Top End's Seasons

Posted on 15 October, 2025 in Arnhem Land, Darwin, Culture, Fishing, Kakadu, Hiking, Litchfield, Luxury, Private Charter, Rock Art, Top End Locations, Tours, Waterfalls, Wet Season, Wildlife

Travelling to the Top End during the Wet Season is a unique adventure. Characterised by hot, humid days, the afternoon usually delivers a cracking storm. The city adopts a slower, laid-back pace, and locals enjoy the balmy temperatures outdoors with spectacular sunsets. Expect very few indoor activities, though! This season offers a window of nature that locals and the adventurous favour: abundant wildlife, powerful waterfalls, full rivers, refreshing rains and a lush green landscape.

Plunge into Kakadu National Park

Posted on 17 May, 2024 in Hiking, Kakadu, Photography, Private Charter, Top End Locations, Waterfalls

When it comes to natural swimming holes, Kakadu National Park has plenty on offer! Nothing is better than cooling off in one of these unique watering holes after a day of touring. Most famously (and most photographed), Kakadu National Park is known for Gunlom Falls, which has a natural infinity pool at its top! However...

Kakadu Knowledge for Tour Guides - Extra Info

Posted on 06 November, 2023 in Culture, Darwin, Environment, Kakadu, Private Charter, Rock Art, Top End Locations, Tours, Birdwatching, Hiking, Photography, Waterfalls

The long and continuing history of Bininj/Mungguy custodianship of Kakadu National Park is one of the most important things about the Park, and is recognised in its World Heritage Rock Art and archaeological sites throughout Kakadu. Bininj/Mungguy (traditional owners of Kakadu) and the tourism industry have been involved in developing a course, which has been endorsed by the Kakadu Board of Management. It is a permit requirement that all tour guides operating in Kakadu National Park have completed this course.