A lush tropical crown on top of remote desert regions of the red
centre, the Northern Territory's Top End is a wild and
fascinating wilderness area filled with arguably the most spectacular
natural scenery anywhere in Australia. The sheer cliffs and craggy
escarpments which make this land so unforgettable, also feature a
priceless heritage of Aboriginal Rock-Art considered to be one of the
most significant Palaeolithic sites in the world.
A number of renowned national parks including Litchfield, Nitmiluk
(Katherine Gorge), and the majestic Kakadu protect and manage this
unique and culturally important landscape, as well as making them
available for a rewarding and memorable travelling experience. Most
visit during "The Dry" or between June and October, when all the Top
End's services and attractions are accessible and open for business.
From November to May the monsoon or "The Wet" transforms trickling
creeks into gushing torrents and floodplains into wide billabongs,
isolating many centres and making most roads impassable. Brave souls
who venture to the Top End during the wet will be rewarded by the
regions breathtaking regeneration display.
Darwin is the obvious and popular choice when deciding on a base for
explorations. However, the towns and settlements found predominantly
along the Stuart Highway (otherwise known as The Track) provide
interesting alternatives, each giving it's own vivid glimpse into the
Territory's past and present.
Welcome to the Top end...
