Northern Territory Visitor Information  

Why should I visit The Northern Territory now?
The Northern Territory is an enormous area of dramatic landscape, roughly the size of Spain, France and Italy combined. Darwin, the capital is the gateway to World Heritage listed Kakadu National Park, just a three hour drive from the city. Alice Springs, Australia’s most famous outback town in the heart of Central Australia is the gateway to adventurous activities. Just a short flight from Alice is one of Australia’s most famous icons, Uluru/Ayers Rock.

Airport Information
Darwin Airport is 8 miles north-east of the city centre. A taxi is $22 for the 20 minute drive. Alice Springs Airport is located 9 miles south of the city. A taxi is $28 for the 15 minute drive. Travelmood can pre-book transfers from Darwin (£6 per person each way) and Alice Springs (£13 per person each way). Ayers Rock Airport is just 3.5 miles from Ayers Rock Resort. A free transfer is included for stays at Ayers Rock Resort hotels.

When should I go?
Ayers Rock and Alice Springs have desert climates. Autumn and Spring will give you sunny days with cloudless skies and cool, crisp nights. December to February are the hottest months with temperatures reaching 39°c. The cooler winter months of May to September see temperatures at a more comfortable maximum of 20°c but mornings can be cold. Darwin has two seasons; tropical summer during November to April and tropical winter from May to October. It’s warm all year round, but summer is wetter and winter is dry. Winter is ideal for outdoor adventures and touring.

What should I do on a shorter itinerary?
Experience one of the Northern Territory’s two biggest attractions; Kakadu or Ayers Rock. We offer a 5 Day Kakadu Hot Deal  from Darwin which includes a 2 day 4WD tour of Kakadu’s famous sights. A 3 Day Ayers Rock Hot Deal includes time at Ayers Rock as well as the equally impressive Kata Tjuta (The Olgas).

And a longer one?
To really experience the outback scenery of the Northern Territory consider combining the 6 Day Best of the Top End Self Drive, exploring Kakadu and Katherine with a 4 Day Best of the Red Centre Self Drive which starts at Alice Springs and finishes at Ayers Rock. Your Travelmood consultant can arrange flights between Darwin and Alice Springs, and onward flights from Ayers Rock.

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