TouringNT thrills

#KatherineHotSprings is actual paradise right on the doorstep of @VisitKatherine, just 3 hours south of #Darwin. Best known for its Insta-worthy clear water and pandanus-lined pools, these secluded natural springs pump from deep within the earth at a mild temperature. Not only is this swimming spot ridiculously beautiful, but you can also grab a coffee and bite to eat just moments away at @poprocketcafe 👌 Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @gerardfortowski! #SeeAustralia #TourismTopEnd #VisitKatherine #hotsprings #paradise #wildswimming #roadtripaustralia

The skies light up at #Uluṟu for Wintjiri Wiru, a spectacular light and sound show, that combines ancient Aṉangu storytelling with 1,100 luminous drones and state-of-the-art laser and light projection technology ✨ This unique experience has been lighting up the night sky since May 2023 with three different ways to witness the show. Wintjiri Wiru, means 'beautiful view out to the horizon' in the local Pitjantjatjara language. As custodians of the land, Aṉangu hold the Mala story from Kaltukatjara to Uluṟu. To share their story, RAMUS designed and produced an artistic platform using drones, light and sound to create an immersive storytelling experience. Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @joshua_griffen! #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #ExploreUluru #outbackaustralia #roadtripaustralia #Aboriginalculture #australia

We've hit the road... next stop, #KingsCanyon 🚗 ​@visitcentralaus was made for road trips with a number of exciting drive routes linking #AliceSprings, #Uluru, #KingsCanyon and the West MacDonnell Ranges. Whether you've hired a car or brought your own, happy to stay on sealed roads or keen to try a dirt track; there's something for everyone in the Aussie outback 🚗 Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @shotbyjira! #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #roadtripaustralia #outbackaustralia

@DarwinStreetArtFestival is back in 2024! 🎨✨ Since 2017, #Darwin has been transformed into a vibrant outdoor gallery, and this year is no different. With 40+ artists creating 20 new murals, plus live music, workshops and more, it's an event you won't want to miss! 📱Take a self-guided tour on our ‘Darwin Street Art Festival’ App 🤳🏼Scan the QR codes on the walls as you see them 🛴Ride a @ridebeamau Scooter and follow the map 🚶🏼Join a @walkdarwin tour of the city, learning some history along the way! 🍴Join @darwingourmettours to take in some of Darwin’s local restaurants AND the public art #NTaustralia #SeeAustralia #TourismTopEnd #streetart #tropicalvibes #city #murals

Come sunrise and sunset, the #DevilsMarbles are the perfect spot to seek solitude, when the sun drenches the outback landscape in a blanket of orange, yellow and red 😍 Karlu Karlu, as the boulders are called by the Aboriginal traditional owners, were formed naturally, slowly eroding over millions of years into their strange and sometimes gravity-defying shapes. Wander the reserve’s walkways, where you’ll find granite boulders up to 6 metres tall scattered throughout the valley. These geological wonders are located just an hour south of #TennantCreek. Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @keiranlusk. #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #roadtripaustralia #outback #outbackaustralia

Can you hear the waves crashing and feel the sun's warmth on your skin? That's the magic of @BanubanuRetreat in @EastArnhemLand... 💙 📸 1 & 2: @seanscottphotography #NTaustralia #SeeAustralia #TourismTopEnd #EastArnhemLand #beachretreat #visitaustralia #hiddengem #tropicalparadise

#AuroraAustralis + #MilkyWay = the most magical combination, captured last night in @visitcentralaus ✨ 📸: @brodygamblephotography #NTaustralia #SeeAustralia #astrophotography #aurorahunting #outbackaustralia #milkywayphotography #starphotography

Just me, you and the view 💛 Only 30 minutes northeast of @VisitKatherine lies #NitmilukGorge, bursting with adventure! 🌿Dive into wildlife sightings, ancient rock art and refreshing waterholes. Choose your thrill: canoeing, sunset cruises, long walks, swimming spots or even helicopter rides - @nitmiluktours has it all! Our tip? Visit Baruwei lookout for epic views of the gorge system 😍 #NTaustralia #SeeAustralia #NitmilukNT #outbackaustralia #roadtripaustralia #gorge #epiclandscapes #sunrise

The burnt orange scenery of #Uluru sure puts the awe into awe-inspiring! 🧡 The best way to soak up Uluru's magic is on foot. Take a stroll around the base and explore multiple bushwalks with amazing views. From the Kuniya carpark, visitors can follow the short track to Muṯitjulu waterhole, where you'll feel the spirit of Wanampi, the ancestral watersnake. For the full adventure, embark on the 3.5-hour base walk to discover all the important sites around this Aussie icon. Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @shotbyjira. #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #SeeUluru #outback #visitaustralia #roadtripaustralia #AussieIcon

Step into the enchanting world of Light Towers at @DiscoveryParksAndResorts – #KingsCanyon in @visitcentralaus, created by internationally renowned light and sound artist Bruce Munro 🌟 Wander through this vibrant desert maze, changing colour in response to a mesmerising soundscape by composer Orlando Gough, during one of three available viewing sessions; sunrise, sunset and by night. Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @shotbyjira. #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #outbackaustralia #roadtripaustralia #LightTowers

Camping under a magnificent starry night sky in @visitcentralaus... does it get much better than THIS!? 💫🏕 📷: @75vibes_ #NTaustralia #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT

Feast your eyes on @ParrtjimaAustralia, a stunning, free festival showcasing the oldest continuous culture on earth through the newest technology - all on the 300 million-year-old natural canvas of the MacDonnell Ranges in @VisitCentralAus ✨ Watch the desert come alive with new artworks, light shows and a program of performances, interactive workshops, music and talks. This annual event runs for 10 nights, finishing on April 21. Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @wildbonde! #SeeAustralia #ParrtjimaAustralia #festival

Can we take a minute (or several!) to stop and appreciate these stunning starry scenes from Corroboree Rock in @visitcentralaus?! ✨✨ The impressive dolomite structure of Corroboree Rock Conservation Reserve is of great importance to the local Arrernte people. It was formed more than 800 million years ago by salt lakes 🤯 On the walks you’ll be able to get great photos of spinifex and senna against a milky blue sky when the light is low. Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @brodygamblephotography! #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #outbackaustralia #starscape #starrysky #astrophotography #visitaustralia

Got a case of Mondayitis? 🤭 This will cheer you up 👇 #MatarankaThermalPool has reopened! In case you've never come face to face with this breathtaking location, here's a sneak peek 😍 The small town of Mataranka can be found an hour south of @VisitKatherine, the unofficial gateway to the tropics. These heavenly springs bubble up at a cosy 34 degrees, filling a semi-man pool with the most perfect turquoise water, under a canopy of shady palms 🌴 Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @brooklynkatee_! #SeeAustralia #TourismTopEnd #VisitKatherine #hotsprings #paradise #wildswimming #outbackaustralia

Journey to Rainbow Valley Conservation Reserve where breathtaking views are around every corner 😍 The @visitcentralaus reserve is on the traditional lands of the Southern Arrernte people and is known as Wurre. Best accessed by a four-wheel drive vehicle, this lesser known geological wonder is particularly stunning in the early morning light or late afternoon when it changes from ochre red to orange and purple ❤🧡💜 The short walk around the clay pan is well worth doing, especially in wildflower season. If you're keen to stick around and witness sunrise and sunset, there’s a small campground nearby with picnic tables, barbecues and toilets. Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @emmaclaire____! #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #visitaustralia #roadtripaustralia #outback

Relax in the dip-worthy waters of Goanna Lagoon/Wathawuy; a freshwater stream winding its way through eucalyptus forest and bushland in @eastarnhemland 🌿 Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @monikabolton_! #SeeAustralia #TourismTopEnd #EastArnhemLand #wildswimming #lagoon #visitaustralia #roadtripaustralia

Ooooft, Motor Car Falls is one of the many places that come alive over the tropical summer months (Nov-Apr) in #KakaduNationalPark 💚 Nestled amidst high cliffs and lush monsoon forest, this enchanting waterfall boasts a stunning emerald plunge pool. Unlike the park's more famous falls that may be off-limits during this season, #MotorCarFalls remains accessible, offering a secluded paradise for those willing to embark on the scenic one-hour hike. Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @_project_ryan! #SeeAustralia #TourismTopEnd #SeeKakadu #DoKakadu #wildswimming #waterfalls #roadtripaustralia

Just three hours' drive from Uluru lies #KingsCanyon, an incredible haven forged over 400 million years, on the traditional lands of the Matutjara people. It's jaw-dropping brilliant orange sandstone cliffs soar 270 metres above sea level. Hike the 6 kilometre rim and marvel at the changing landscapes 🧡 Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @_markfitz. #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #hiking #outbackaustralia #outback #roadtripaustralia