Australia's Northern Territory is unlike any other place on earth. From Darwin’s famous sunsets to the ancient art and wildlife of Kakadu, the majestic Katherine Gorge to iconic Uluru and the outback charm of Alice Springs, there’s a unique experience awaiting every traveller.
We can tailor-make your trip to include any destination in the Northern Territory and show you how to discover this diverse region's cities and outback in a way that suits your style or budget. Plan a once-in-a-lifetime road trip to Uluru, take the luxurious Ghan train from Darwin to Adelaide, or fly between destinations if you’re short on time.
Multi-centre holidays to Australia's Northern Territory
There are many ways to combine a visit to the Northern Territory with a wider itinerary as part of a tailor-made Australia holiday or a round the world holiday. Mix this enchanting region with another state in Australia, add a city break in Singapore, or tag on a beach break in nearby Bali, just a 2.5 hour flight from Darwin. Here are a few of our favourite multi-centre holidays including the Northern Territory.
When's the best time to visit the Northern Territory?
If you're planning a family holiday to Australia, the Northern Territory is a perfect fit for the UK summer holiday season. It's dry season in Darwin and the surrounds, and temperatures across the Red Centre are warm, but not too hot.
In the Red Centre (Alice Springs and Uluru), June to August brings warm weather that reaches around 20 degrees Celsius during the day, but lows of around 3 degrees at night. From September to May, daytime highs reach 27-35 degrees, with cooler nights at 12-20 degrees.
In the Top End (Darwin, Kakadu, Katherine, Arnhem Land), November to March is the wet season and April - October is the dry season. Throughout the Top End and the tropical north, year-round temperatures rarely dip below 20 degrees Celsius, with year-round average highs of around 30 degrees.
Visiting the Red Centre: Alice Springs and Uluru
The main attraction in the Red Centre is Uluru, which towers over its desert surroundings. Catching sunrise or sunset over the rock and admiring its changing colours is an unforgettable experience. We recommend taking an interpretive walk with a local Aboriginal guide to ensure you learn the stories of Uluru’s spiritual importance to its indigenous owners.
There are plenty of different ways to make the most of your outback experience. You can stay in a luxury Outback lodge, try ‘glamping’ in fixed tents or sleep in a swag beneath the stars. When it comes to exploring Uluru, you can cycle or take a camel ride around the rock, hike around the base or take to the skies for a scenic helicopter flight.
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Visiting Darwin & the Top End
Tropical Darwin, the 'City That Never Sees Winter’, is the gateway to the Top End. It’s a compact city that’s easy to explore. While you're here, we recommend visiting the Mindil market to pick up some exotic snacks before catching a memorable sunset over the beach – a true Darwin ‘must-do’.
From Darwin, you can take a ferry over to the neighbouring Tiwi Islands where indigenous Aboriginal culture remains untouched, or head out into Litchfield or Kakadu. Beyond the city, the national parks offer forests, natural swimming pools and abundant waterfalls.
Look out for incredible giant termite mounds in Litchfield, see jumping crocs on a Mary River cruise, sail through dramatic red-rock gorges in Katherine, or join a local guide in Arnhem Land and discover hidden rock art sites.
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