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Northern Territory selfdrive tourist guide
Kakdau National Park, Litchfield National Park, Katherine Gorge, Tropical Darwin City

4 Day Selfdrive Route from Darwin to Litchfield, Territory Park and return

• Access: 2 Wheel Drive on sealed roads access
• Start: From Darwin
• Return: To Darwin in Northern Territory Australia
• Highlights: Darwin Wharf Precinct (from the movie 'Australia'), Litchfield National Park, Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory, jumping crocodile cruise on the Adelaide River, Territory Wildlife Park, Berry Springs.

Day 1: Darwin - Arrive in Darwin and settle into your accommodation.

Spend the rest of the day exploring Darwin's attractions, such as the Darwin Wharf Precinct which incorporates the Australian Pearling Exhibition and Indo Pacific Marine, a living marine eco-tourism display featuring the coral reefs of the Northern Territory. Finish the day at one of the alfresco eateries and enjoy fresh seafood as the sun sets over the Timor Sea.

Day 2: Litchfield National Park - Travel south of Darwin to explore Litchfield National Park which features rugged sandstone escarpments with waterfalls surrounded by monsoon rainforest.

Spend the day exploring the numerous bushwalking trails and swimming in crystal-clear waterholes.

Day 3: Darwin City Sights, Crocodiles - Spend the morning relaxing in town. Check out a few of the galleries in the city that stock indigenous art from over the Top End.

At the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory view the collections of Australian arts and Aboriginal art and craft.

This afternoon get up close to a saltwater crocodile at either Crocosaurus Cove, Crocodylus Park, or on a jumping crocodile cruise on the Adelaide River.

Day 4: Territory Wildlife Park, Berry Springs - Take a short drive from Darwin to the Territory Wildlife Park. Set on 400 hectares of bushland, the park showcases Territory wildlife in natural habitats - plan to spend most of the day here.

On the way back to Darwin stop in at Berry Springs Nature Reserve for a refreshing swim in palm-fringed waterholes.

This afternoon join a sunset cruise on Darwin Harbour for a relaxing evening on the water.

Notes:
• Fatigue causes many crashes in Australia.
• When driving long distances, stop and rest every 1-2 hours.
• Try to have someone sit beside you to keep you company driving as our NT roads can be long and straight.
• Alcohol and driving don’t mix.
• For experienced drivers the blood alcohol level is 0.05.
• Provisional drivers and young drivers may not have any alcohol before driving.
• Seat belts and child restraints must be worn by all vehicle occupants.
• Always carry a copy of your driver’s license in English.

 

• Take plenty of water on all Outback trips;
• check distances and driving conditions;
• and ensure you have adequate petrol at all times.
• Remember, rule ‘Number 1’ in the Outback: if your car breaks down you MUST stay with your vehicle for safety reasons.
• Don’t drive after dark.
• Parks & Wildlife Commission Northern Territory provides information on camping, National Parks, and permits.
• Ensure you are informed re the safety of swimming in the ‘Top End’ – many areas are not safe to swim due to crocodiles.
• Call +61 (0) 8 8999 4401 for information.

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