Most popular NT destinations

Darwin's evolution

Think of Darwin as a national question. What's it like? How has it come to be? Why is it so grossly underestimated? On holidays there, why do so few things go to plan - and why is that a good thing? AT's Xavier Jefferson heads to our most enigmatic capital city to get some answers.

Rock My Soul: Ultimate Guide to Uluru

It’s a pilgrimage all Australians should make – but how best to tackle Uluru? Follow in the footsteps of two AT travellers, both with very different approaches to the Rock, and make sure your own visit is as close to perfect as possible. By John Maddocks.
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Revealing Arnhem Land

We all want to go there, but most have no idea where to start. So get ready to leave all expectations behind, open your eyes and embrace a new perspective. You are coming, at long last, to Australia’s final frontier. Words by Gail Liston.
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Dirt Music in ArnhemLand

In Arnhem Land, where red dirt roads lead to sacred lands, indigenous musicians such as the Nabarlek Band are creating songs capable of crossing cultures and intersecting lives. By Robert Drane.

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Ormiston Gorge & Pound, NT

The first of our top ten Australian day walks, Ormiston Gorge is the highlight of the Red Centre on two feet and a heart beat.
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On Set in Darwin

The filming of Australia the Movie wasn’t the first time Darwin has played host to a bit of World War II storytelling. Peter Russell-Clarke recounts his own tale of dive-bombing planes, fake cows . . . and lightly barbecued crocodile.

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A life on wheels

Jol Fleming is one of the country’s (and the world's) top 4WD experts, despite being in a wheelchair and having not walked a single step since a horrific car crash in 1981.
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Good Guides Really Matter at Uluru

To make the most your pilgrimmage to Uluru AT takes the unusual step of recommending you get a guide. By Gail Liston-Burgess.

Larapinta Trek: The Legend of the Red Centre

The Legendary Larapinta Trek is the first of our epic buswalks of Australia.
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Driving Down Memory Lane

Ellen Hill goes for a dusty spin into the past and winds up in the fascinating National Road Transport Hall of Fame in Alice Springs
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The Art of Arnhem Land: Inside a Private Outback Art Tour

Australian Aboriginal Art is famous throughout the world. But to truly appreciate it, you need to travel to its source and immerse yourself. It’s a journey that’s far from easy, but the rewards are great and long lasting. Words and images by Quentin Long
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Best B&Bs in the Northern Territory

Northern Territory- 2011 Regional Food Report

Australian Traveller tracked down the best food and wine destinations in the country, from traditional favourites to up-and-coming foodie meccas, farmers’ markets and regional cooking schools. Bon appetit!
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Alice Springs - The Australian Traveller Guide

Territory Discoveries

No matter how many pictures you’ve seen, nothing will prepare you for your first views of the spectacular rock formation Uluru/Ayers Rock.
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