Luxury Holidays to the Northern Territories
A luxury holiday to the Northern Territories of Australia offers a wide range of spectacular scenery, ranging from national parks and floodplains in the top half of the state, to big, open, dusty red plains, and the large sandstone formation known as Ayers Rock (Uluru), further down.
The Best of the Northern Territories
There are endless interesting aboriginal heritage sites in this region, including mazes of caves and incredible rock art – some dating back 50,000 years. Nearer the coast you can experience some of the best game fishing in the world alongside opportunities to see marine life such as dugongs (a manatee-type marine mammal), dolphins and sea turtles. Look out for a ‘salty’ (saltwater crocodile) near Darwin.
No trip to the Northern Territory would be complete without an authentic Australian ‘barbi’. We recommend combining this with stargazing with an expert who can point out all the constellations that can ...
Read MoreCountry: Australia
Capital: Canberra
Best Time To Go: All Year
Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
Language: English
Time Zone: GMT + 10
Bamurru Plains
Immerse yourself in an extraordinary bush experience on the edge of Kakadu National Park. Bamurru Plains is a top market tented retreat on the Mary River floodplain. Part of Swim Creek Station, guests have access to 300 km² of floodplains and savannah woodland.
Accommodation is in ten safari...
Cicada Lodge
Surrounded by native bush and located high above the ancient waterways of the Katherine River, the Cicada Lodge is a true retreat. A joint venture by the Jawoyn people and Indigenous Business Australia (IBA), it’s the ideal base to explore the ancient landscape and cultural heritage of the Nitmiluk National...
Longitude 131
Situated in the spiritual heart of Australia, and commanding spectacular views of Uluru and Kata Tjuta, Longitude 131º is an exclusive and romantic tented camp offering guests a unique experience.
Fifteen lavishly decorated and palatial tents built on stilts and covered with huge white canopies have been designed...
Mantra on the Esplanade
Occupying a prime location on Darwin’s waterfront, Mantra on the Esplanade is a hotel with panoramic views across the harbor. It’s a great base for exploring the Northern Territory’s capital city, and the ideal vantage point to appreciate the region’s stunning sunsets.
The rooms, apartments, and penthouse suites are light...
Sails in the Desert
Experience Uluru’s raw beauty in lavish surroundings at this hotel located at the gateway to UNESCO World Heritage site Uluru-Kata Tjuta, in Australia’s iconic red center. Sails in the Desert combines contemporary style and sophistication with Aboriginal heritage.
Sails is so-called because of the white, sail-shaped awnings that...