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Holiday Different in the Northern Territory

 

The Top End is every adventurous traveller’s notion of outback Australia: big skies, bold landscapes, termite mounds, ancient rock art and the thrill of crocodiles. Everyone should see Kakadu and Uluru at least once in their lives, but Litchfield and Nitmiluk National Parks are wonderful, too. Hit the road, red dust swirling behind you, and you won’t be disappointed!

A self-drive road trip gives you so much more freedom to explore the Northern Territory destinations at your own pace.With a lot of ground to cover, and many destinations to choose from for your holiday, there’s never been a better time to get out and go in a motorhome, campervan or 4WD camper.
 

Holiday different, book your Northern Territory road trip today!

 

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Northern Territory | Darwin to Litchfield National Park Road Trip Itinerary

Northern Territory | Darwin to Litchfield National Park Road Trip Itinerary

Discover the best of the Northern Territory's Top End on this Nature's Way road trip itinerary.

Day 1: Darwin Apollo Branch to Kakadu National Park

Distance: 151km

Travel time: 1 hour 45 minutes

Pick up your Apollo Camper and head south - today's destination is Kakadu National Park. On the way stop at Adelaide River and admire massive saltwater crocodiles jump out of the water (from the safety of your riverboat, of course!)

Image: Lachlan Gardiner

 

Day 2 and Day 3: Kakadu National Park

Spend the next few days exploring the world heritage listed Kakadu National Park. Hop on a sunrise or sunset crocodile spotting cruise at Yellow Water, stop by towering waterfalls and walk through ancient Aboriginal rock art galleries. While you're here we recommend visiting Ubirr - where the rock art is considered some of the best in the world. 

Image: Lachlan Gardiner
 

Day 4: Kakadu National Park to Katherine

Distance: 152km

Travel time: 1 hour 30 minutes

If you can pull yourself away from Kakadu National Park, it's time to head to Katherine. Relax after the 90 minute drive at the natural thermal springs Katherine Hot Springs before preparing yourself for Nitmiluk National Park tomorrow. 

Image: Tourism Northern Territory

 

Day 5: Nitmiluk National Park

Only a short drive from Katherine, Nitmiluk National Park is a place of wonder. Make your way to Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge and explore a few of the towering sandstone gorges by helicopter, cruise, kayak or even by foot. 

Image: Lachlan Gardiner
 

Day 6: Katherine to Litchfield National Park

Distance: 255km

Travel time: 2 hours 30 minutes

Say goodbye to Katherine and head north to another national park (sensing a theme here?). Renown for its accessible, unspoiled wilderness, Litchfield National Park is a nature-lover's paradise. We recommend stopping in at Wangi Falls and Florence Falls. Remember that the Northern Territory is crocodile country so only swim where signs indicate it is possible.

Image: Tourism Northern Territory

 

Day 7: Litchfield National Park to Darwin Apollo Branch

Distance: 108km

Travel time: 1 hour 15 minutes

It's time to head back to Darwin. On the way be sure to stop at the Territory Wildlife Park or finish with a picnic at Berry Springs Nature Park. If you're staying in Darwin before flying home, we recommend visiting the Darwin Sailing Club for a sunset drink. 

Image: Lachlan Gardiner

 

Want to know more?

Read more about the Nature's Way on northernterritory.com.

 

Highlights

Tiwi Islands

Take a trip across the water to find the unique haven that is the Tiwi Islands. With a thriving Aboriginal arts culture, fishing lodges and coastal landscape with breathtaking sunsets, the Tiwi Islands promises to be a destination like no other. 

Gunlom Plunge Pool

Located in world heritage listed Kakadu National Park, Gunlom Plunge Pool is an infinity style pool with incredible sweeping views of the surrounding landscape.

Mindil Beach Sunset Markets

The heart of Darwin's foodie culture, the Mindil Beach Sunset Markets sees the congregation of over 200 unique stalls set to the backdrop of a classic Darwin sunset. 

Nitmiluk National Park

Be drawn to the spectacular sandstone Nitmilk (Katherine) Gorge in Nitmiluk National Park near Katherine. 

 

 

 

 

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How will you hit the road?

Your vehicle choice will depend on the type of traveller you are. Between motorhomes, campervans and a 4WD camper option, Apollo has the vehicle that will perfectly accommodate your road trip holiday. Curious about the different types you could rent? Check them out below.

Go offroad

Your 4WD camper is kitted out with all you'll need on your Northern Territory adventure.Apollo 4WD for hire

Large & spacious

Pace yourself around the Northern Territory in a comfortable motorhome.

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Compact & comfy

Zip around the Northern Territory in a campervan for a true van-life experience.

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Our Alice Springs Campervan Rental Branch

Known as the beating heart of Australia, Alice Springs is located between the East and West MacDonnell Ranges and is a great place to start your road trip in central Australia and the Northern Territory. "Alice" is home to breathtaking national parks and mountain ranges, rich Aboriginal culture, and one of Australia’s most famous landmarks Uluru. 

Hire a campervan or self-contained motorhome from the Apollo Alice Springs branch which is just 15 kilometres from the Airport by uber or taxi. Apollo also offers 4WD hire in Alice Springs to help you explore more beautiful desert landscapes on your drive holiday. 

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Our Darwin Campervan Rental Branch

Choose Apollo for campervan rental in Darwin. A drive holiday to Darwin, the capital of the Northern Territory (fondly known as the NT), will treat you to colourful sunsets, diverse wildlife, beachside night markets, and national parks. Its close proximity to South East Asia means that it has become Darwin’s cultural melting pot of Asian and Aboriginal cultures with an eclectic food and art scene.

Apollo’s Darwin branch is just 10 kilometres from the Darwin airport. Pick up your camper in Darwin and explore the NT! Our Darwin branch also offers 4WD camper hire so you can explore even further.

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Earn Qantas Points with Apollo
 

Did you know you can earn 2 Qantas Points per $1 spent with Apollo?

Apollo is happy to partner with Qantas Frequent Flyer to offer our guests hitting the road extra value on their next road trip!

Book an Apollo road trip and earn Qantas Points on eligible rentals when you book online, call our friendly reservations team or when you visit our branches.

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Weather & Seasons in the Northern Territory
 

To get the most out of your time in the Northern Territory, we could recommend visiting during the dry season, which is between May and October. 

It's worth noting that due to the Northern Territory's wet season (monsoonal rains and tropical storms) the Apollo Darwin and Alice Springs branches have a seasonal closure each year between late December and the end of March. The Darwin and Alice Springs branches then re-open at the start of the dry season on the 1st of April each year. 

The Northern Territory has two distinct climates - the tropical Top End (Darwin) and the semi-arid Red Centre (Alice Springs).  The Northern Territory's capital, Darwin, has an average temperature of 32 degrees Celsius year round, but weather is more mild during the dry season. It's important to remember that no matter when you visit the Northern Territory, we would recommend that you stay hydrated, be sun smart and dress for the conditions.

 

 

 

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