CENTRAL AUSTRALIA &
THE TOP END
Northern Territory Road Map
The Northern Territory has some of the most unique, spectacular and amazing travel experiences in the world. And we reckon the best way to experience Central Australia and the Top End, and everything in between, is on an epic road trip.
Explore the world-renowned Uluru and the iconic outback town of Alice Springs in the Red Centre; Australia’s “Golden Heart” of Tennant Creek and the Barkly; and the stunning Katherine Gorge, world-heritage-listed Kakadu, and the capital of the tropical Top End, Darwin. These places are just the start. Take the time to immerse yourself in this timeless land, so you can take unforgettable memories home with you, to keep until you return.
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Check out these 5 Epic Drive Adventures
Tick these experiences off your bucket list
Alice Springs Beanie Festival
An annual, community based, four-day festival celebrating beanies in all their forms. The festival is held in June each year at the Araluen Cultural Precinct in Alice Springs.
Big Winch 360
With spectacular views over Coober Pedy, the Big Winch has been a popular attraction and meeting place for visitors and locals since it was built by Claus Wirries in the early 1970’s.
Hermannsburg Historical Precinct - Finke River Mission
The historic settlement is an ideal stop, located 130km drive from Alice Springs. Explore the buildings of the restored historic precinct, enjoy a slice of apple strudel and appreciate work by local artists.
Kakadu Tourism
Kakadu Tourism is proudly Indigenous owned. They have the largest collection of facilities catering to tourism in Kakadu with a core focus on positive Indigenous outcomes.
National Road Transport Historical Society Inc
An initiative of the Alice Springs-based Road Transport Historical Society Inc., a community-based volunteer organisation dedicated to the preservation of Australia's unique road transport heritage.
Outback Ballooning
Outback Ballooning has been operating in Alice Springs since 1986 and is one of Australia’s longest established ballooning companies. They operate every day, weather permitting.
Royal Flying Doctors Service
Our tourist centres provide a variety of interactive experiences where you can see what happens at a working RFDS base, learn about the rich history of the world's first aeromedical organisation and find out more about how the Flying Doctor supports over 900 country Australians every day.
Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Cruise
Join an exciting cruise on the scenic Adelaide River and see powerful saltwater crocodiles as they propel themselves high out of the water to snatch their prey.
Battery Hill Gold Mining & Heritage Centre
Tennant Creek’s unique gold mining history is brought to life. Three Museum exhibits – Social History, Borella ANZAC story, McLaughlin Minerals Collection. Discover the history, science, and thrill of gold mining in Tennant Creek and the Barkly.
Uluru Camel Tours
Award-winning Uluru Camel Tours is one of the largest working camel farms in Australia operating five tours per day. It is now home to over 60 working camels.
Arts
Yubu Napa
Yubu Napa Art Gallery, Studio and Gift Shop provides the best quality artworks. A special space featuring some of the top artists from Central Australia and the Top End. We are a short stroll from Todd Street Mall
Ikuntji Artists Aboriginal Corp
Ikuntji Artists was the first art centre established by women in the Western Desert Art Movement. Today Ikuntji Artists are represented in many national and international galleries and institutions.
This is Aboriginal Art
This is Aboriginal Art offers quality, authentic and ethically sourced Aboriginal art for sale, painted by leading Aboriginal artists.
Tjanpi Desert Weavers
A social enterprise of the Ngaanyatjarra Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (NPY) Women’s Council, working with women in the remote Central and Western deserts who earn an income from contemporary fibre art.
Warlukurlangu Artists
Producing gloriously coloured Aboriginal art, promoting Indigenous culture and supporting the remote communities of Yuendumu & Nyirrip since 1985.
Accommodation
Adelaide River Inn Tourist Park
Situated within the township of Adelaide River, 112km south of Darwin and 201km north of Katherine on the Stuart Highway, Northern Territory, Australia. Come and visit Charlie the buffallo made famous in the movie Crocodile Dundee.
Alice Springs Heritage Caravan Park
Located approximately 5km south of the Alice town centre. A peaceful location, nestled at the base of the MacDonnell Ranges is pet friendly with powered sites to bush camping.
Curtin Springs Station
Curtin Springs is a special part of Central Australia, owned by a family who have made this remote place their home. providing 27 accommodation rooms, campground, fuel, store and great homestyle meals for visitors.
Devils Marbles Hotel
This historic pub dates back to the 1930s, when Wolfram was mined nearby. Today Devils Marbles Hotel provides comfortable cabins or caravan park accommodation.
Discovery Holiday Parks
Discovery Parks has a range of holiday & caravan parks in Northern Territory. From caravan sites, camping and cabin accommodation - we have something for everyone
Gemtree Roadhouse and Caravan Park
Located 140km NE of Alice Springs on the sealed section of the Plenty Highway (The Outback Way), Gemtree Roadhouse and Caravan Park is a peaceful and quiet place to pull up for a while.
Larrimah Hotel
Eat, drink, and stay at a Territory institution. The Highest Bar in the Northern Territory, Outback Australia! The historic Larrimah Hotel is known for its down to earth hospitality. Located on the Stuart Highway, 534 km south of Darwin and 177 km south of Katherine.
Lasseter’s Casino
Lasseter’s is the pinnacle of hospitality in Alice Springs with multiple restaurants and bars, an award-winning hotel, resort pool & pool side cafe, health club, day spa, TAB facilities and an international standard casino.
Ti Tree Roadhouse
With a range of accommodation options, spectacular scenery, and a real slice of Territory history, we look forward to seeing you here soon!
Wintersun Cabins & Caravan Park
Wintersun Cabin and Caravan Park, for your outback experience. The park has large shady trees and open spaces to enjoy. Located only 2 kilometres north of the city centre, Wintersum has long been a favourite of visitors. With large grassy van and tent sites or cabins for those seeking a little more comfort.
Shopping & Services
ARB Alice Springs
ARB 4x4 Accessories Alice Springs is the premier 4×4 destination in town to get all the equipment you need for your current or next journey.
Budget Car Rentals
Choose from a range of different car/truck hire options when you select Budget. From economy manual and compact choices through to intermediate vehicles, right up to full-size and compact SUV , trucks, vans, 4WD’s, Utes and bus hire options. You will find the perfect vehicle for your specific needs.
Easy Car Wash
Easy Carwash & Detailing is a locally owned business. Our carwash facilities has been open since 2009 while our detailing services opened in 2018.
Desert Dwellers
As leaders in the outdoor, camping and 4×4 industry we strive to provide our customers with the best brands and products the industry has to offer.
Pawz N Clawz
Tender love and care when you can’t be there for all your feline, canine and tiny treasured pets. Luxury indoor heated and airconditioned accommodation.
Thrifty Car Rentals
Corporate car, family sedans, work vehicle, SUV’s, 8–12-seater vehicles, Minibuses or Utes, they have everything while you are in town. Accessories can also be provided upon request.
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Driving to Kata Tjuta
Couple on Red Centre Road Trip: Credit: TourismNT/Jake Appleby
Wangi Falls, Litchfield National Park: Credit: TourismNT/Taylah Nilsson
Daly Waters Pub: TourismNT/Kate Flowers
Tnorala (Gosse Bluff) Conservation Reserve.: Credit: TourismNT/Ant Geernhert
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