Northern Territory Top Things To Do
• Go bushwalking through the Stokes Range, where you are unlikely to see another human being for miles. Other recommended destinations include the Arnhem Land Plateau (in Kakadu National Park) and the West MacDonnell Ranges along Larapinta Trail.
• Soak in natural hot springs at the thermal 'bathtubs' at Mataranka (website: www.mataranka.nt.gov.au): clear waters with a constant heat at body temperature, surrounded by palm forest, is a recipe for refreshment.
• Take a houseboat down the attractive Mary River and do a spot of fishing at sunset; also at night spot the red eyes of the local crocodiles in the river and on nearby banks.
• Have an ice-cold beer at the famous Daly Waters Hotel, a historical pub and one of the oldest buildings in the Northern Territory, built in 1893. Daly Waters is considered the ideal stopover along the Stuart Highway between Darwin and Alice Springs.
• Experience the true remoteness of central Australia: set up a camp fire and prepare for a night in the bush, surrounded by the sounds of nature. For further details, contact the Parks and Wildlife Commission of the Northern Territory (website: www.nt.gov.au/nreta/parks/).
• Swim in one of the territory's many waterholes and waterfalls: recommended are those at Litchfield National Park and many others in the Top End and Red Centre. Remember to check that the area is crocodile-free.
• Go on a boat cruise and explore the waterways along the South Alligator River or scenic Yellow Water, spotting crocodiles as you go. You may also catch a glimpse of the graceful jabiru (Australia's only stork) wading amongst the water lilies.
• Take a scenic helicopter ride above Katherine Gorge, one of Australia's great natural wonders. Each of the 13 gorges around this region and in Nitmiluk National Park has its own glowing colours and fascinating outcrops.
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