Northern Territory

Occupying most of the central outback of Australia, the Northern Territory is the dusty red heart of Australia offering a gateway to beautiful natural wonders. Known mostly for Ayers Rock or Uluru, the Northern Territory is the home of dreamtime stories and helps maintain the Aboriginal heritage throughout the country. The tropical climate of the capital city Darwin provides relaxation and paradise on the beaches with pulsating nightlife.

Looking at a beach covered in palm trees, a deep, beautiful body of water in front of you and a bustling city behind you, Darwin offers the laid back feeling every tourist and local craves so much. With iconic wonders just a short drive away and an ancient Aboriginal heritage seen everywhere in the town, this unique city will capture your heart every day.

The heart of the territory however is Ayers Rock, a red guiding light for the centre of the country. Standing 350 metres high, it resembles the nature of an iceberg with more than two times its area reaching below the visible rock. Not only a natural wonder, Ayers Rock holds a special significance for the Aboriginal people and is the home of dreamtime stories from thousands of years before our time.

Kakadu National Park blends the famous rugged outback of the Northern Territory with tropical wetlands and waterfalls. Full of typically Australian billabongs and wildlife, Kakadu is just 3 hours from Darwin and is most popular for 4 Wheel Driving through the creeks and swimming in the gorges and many luscious waterfalls. While Kakadu is World Heritage Listed, it summons you to explore the landscapes.

Northern territory houses one university, Charles Darwin University, an institution at just a young 22 years old. The University has over 5000 students, although most choose to travel to larger urbanised areas to study.

Land Rights in the Northern Territory is a big priority, with the Aboriginal Land Rights Act 1976 establishing the basis for Aboriginal people to claim rights to traditional parts of the land. Aboriginal heritage is a big part of the Northern Territory and maintains a reputation for the rest of the country’s ancient Aboriginal traditions and culture.

Although the Northern Territory does not offer the national scene of sport any teams in any competitions, many sports are still played locally. Sports include Australian Rules Football, Cricket, Rugby League, Rugby Union, Motorsport and Baseball.

The Northern Territory is truly Australia’s real outback with iconic natural landscapes, traditional and ancient Aboriginal culture, and secluded and beautiful natural attractions spread throughout the territory. Relaxing in the Northern Territory is like reconnecting to the land and the people of authentic Australia.