Summer starts early Coming this September

Relax your muscles in the clear water of #KatherineHotSprings on the banks of the Katherine River. Surrounded by pandanus trees, it’s a beautiful little oasis to refresh and soak, just minutes outside the @visitkatherine town centre. Where the outback meets the tropics, #Katherine is located 3 hours south of Darwin, right on the doorstep of the magnificent Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge in Nitmiluk National Park. See link in bio for more! Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @jasonsrhoj. #SeeAustralia #TourismTopEnd #VisitKatherine

​Sending you a postcard from paradise, also known as @EastArnhemLand 🍃 Perfectly captured here by @herenow.wherenext, Lonely Beach | Ŋalarrk is nestled near the picturesque homeland of Bawaka. Visit the remote Yolngu Homelands on a guided day or multi-day tour with @Lirrwi, departing from #Nhulunbuy (Gove) between April to October. Nhulunbuy is only a short flight from #Darwin, or you can have an adventure on your way and drive the iconic Central Arnhem Road. Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @herenow.wherenext

Greet the desert dawn floating peacefully over the outback in a hot-air balloon 🎈 A local's bucket list for Alice Springs 👉 see link in bio. Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @outback_ballooning. #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #holidayherethisyear

Top of the morning to you! 🤠 Three hours' drive from Uluru is #KingsCanyon, an incredible haven forged over 400 million years. It's jaw-dropping brilliant orange sandstone walls soar 270 metres above sea level. Walk the rim and marvel at the changing landscapes. The colours of the @visitcentralaus outback will stay with you forever 🧡 Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @wildbonde. #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #holidayherethisyear

Yep, it’s true! Summer starts early in the NT 😎 But don’t waste your time feeling bitter…start planning an escape to the NT’s sweetest spots such as #BitterSprings, where warmer weather is awaiting! This turquoise paradise is just an hour south of @VisitKatherine 💦 Check out our early bird deals - link in bio 📝 Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @_mikejeffrey. #SeeAustralia #TourismTopEnd #VisitKatherine #holidayherethisyear

Towering escarpments, sandy beaches and monsoon forest 🌿 #JimJimFalls is a special place in @seekakadu to connect with this ancient landscape and its Aboriginal culture. Take your time to experience the peace and serenity 🧡 Over the dry season, the roads become accessible again and the area can be visited by 4WD. The name Jim Jim comes from andjimdjim, an Aboriginal name for the water pandanus that line the creek. Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @all.about.adventure. #SeeAustralia #TourismTopEnd #SeeKakadu #DoKakadu #holidayherethisyear

Were you fooled by Mount Conner? Many travellers driving from #AliceSprings to #Uluru spot this flat-topped sandstone capped monolith on the horizon and mistake it for the iconic rock - earning it the nickname 'Fool-uru!' Drive the Red Centre Way 👉 link in bio! Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @wildbonde. #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #holidayherethisyear

Make it the best hump day ever with @ulurucameltours 🐪 Add a Saharan touch to your next Red Centre adventure, perched high above the sand on one of these ships of the desert. @_two.young.nomads_ recently captured this cheeky camel on a sunset tour, with spectacular views of #Uluṟu in the background. Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @_two.young.nomads_. #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #holidayherethisyear

Escape the polar blasts, escape the indoors, escape to @TiwiIslandRetreat in @tourismtopend 🌴 Let us take you on a tour of their new luxury safari tents 💙 This remote paradise can be found at Munanampi Point on the south-western coast of Bathurst Island, the smaller of the two major islands which make up the #TiwiIslands (80 kilometres north of #Darwin). The ecosystem around the retreat is virtually untouched. Activities include scenic helicopter flights, mud-crabbing, art and cultural experiences along with a swimming hole adventure. #NTaustralia #SeeAustralia #TourismTopEnd

COMING THIS SEPTEMBER… Why wait ‘till December for a holiday? Summer starts early in the NT! ☀ Summer in the Top End is when the weather warms up, the storms roll in and the waterfalls flow across the national parks. While a Red Centre summer is full of blue skies against ochre-coloured sand, giving the perfect backdrop to take a dip in an outback swimming hole. Escape to the Northern Territory where warmer weather is awaiting. Early bird deals available – link in bio! #NTaustralia #SeeAustralia

Look at things from a different angle. You might be surprised by what you find... particularly along the Base Walk at #Uluṟu. There are a plethora of ways to appreciate the magnitude of this natural wonder. Head to the link in our bio for more 🧡 Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @cbear73. #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #holidayherethisyear

Tropical bliss awaits at #WangiFalls🌴 Get back to nature in #LitchfieldNationalPark, your very own water wonderland just a short drive from #Darwin. Head over to the link in our bio for 10 swimming spots not to be missed in the NT 💦 Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @4x4brothers. #SeeAustralia #TourismTopEnd #holidayherethisyear

An early morning swim at #MatarankaThermalPool 🌴 The warm turquoise water, dappled by light filtered through overhanging pandanus, is like one big outdoor bath. Mataranka isn’t the only place to hit up when you’re in this part of @VisitKatherine, check out our bio to discover all you can do in the area! Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @kaylsandalex. #SeeAustralia #TourismTopEnd #VisitKatherine #holidayherethisyear

Prepare to be blown away by the vibrant colours of @angkerlestandleychasm. Sacred to Arrernte women's dreaming, it is located in a private flora and fauna reserve surrounded by the West MacDonnell National Park | Tjoritja near #AliceSprings. Wander up to the chasm, get a bite to eat at the café or join one of the cultural tours with an Arrente local. Our tip? ​Time your visit for midday, when the sun beams down and lights up the chasm walls 📸 ​ ​Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @red_dirt_gypsy. ​ ​#SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #StandleyChasm #HolidayHereThisYear

Can you hear the waves crashing on the shore and feel the warmth of the sun on your skin? Photos of @banubanuretreat will do that to you... 💙 Nestled in the north-east coves of Bremer Island, this @EastArnhemLand wilderness retreat offers an eco-escape from the hustle and bustle. There are a couple of accommodation options but the deluxe beachfront bungalows are particularly popular, with stunning views of the Arafura Sea. In between relaxing with a book, there’s plenty to do on the island including fishing, bird watching, walking or guided cultural experiences. Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @_itsbeautifulhere. #SeeAustralia #TourismTopEnd #EastArnhemLand #holidayherethisyear

A multi-sensory experience, the Northern Territory’s ancient landscapes connect you to Country, culture and the people. From @tourismtopend to @visitcentralaus, the NT is home to many natural wonders of cultural significance. Visit open rock art galleries, traditional shelters and ceremonial sites, where you can respectfully learn about the fascinating history and stories behind these locations. Captured here are just a few of the culturally significant sites across the NT; Lonely Beach, Wurre | Rainbow Valley Conservation Reserve, Ubirr and Karlu Karlu | Devils Marbles Conservation Reserve. #NTaustralia #NAIDOC2022 #SeeAustralia

With thousands of years of traditions to experience, visitors to the NT are in the top place to witness the rich history of Aboriginal culture. Whether you’re heading to @tourismtopend or @visitcentralaus, one of the best ways to give yourself an immersive experience of Aboriginal art, music and dance is to attend one of our amazing festivals. Captured here are just a few of the NT’s upcoming cultural events; @desert.song.festival, @barungafest, @darwinartfair, @garma_festival_official and @desert_mob. #NTaustralia #NAIDOC2022 #SeeAustralia

In honour of @NAIDOCWeek, we encourage you to connect to Country. Start planning a NT Aboriginal experience and immerse yourself in the stories, artworks and traditions of the Territory, where ancient landscapes and the world’s oldest living culture are on full display. Featured here are just a few of the Northern Territory’s incredible Aboriginal travel experiences; @lirrwi, @topdidj, @marukuarts, @angkerlestandleychasm and @kakadutourism. #NTaustralia #NAIDOC2022 #SeeAustralia