'Top End' Northern Territory

Lichfield National Park

Adelaide River is a small town, with a population of a few hundred, 115 Km (70 miles) south of Darwin. To the north of the town is the Adelaide River Australian Military Cemetery dedicated to the lives lost in the Second World War.

The Adelaide River flows and divides in two near the town. There is a small amount of accommodation in the town.

See Darwin - Katherine Region Map

To the west is the pretty Litchfield National Park with its waterfalls, unique rock formations and the precisely sited termite mounds.

Magnetic Termite Mounds

The extraordinary Magnetic Termite Mounds are exactly aligned along the North South longitude so the east and western sides are directed towards the afternoon and morning sun light. An information area explains these clever constructions and a board walk allows good viewing opportunities without disturbing the termites.

Waterfalls and Cool Pools

Litchfield National Park is the most popular national park in the Darwin region and attracts over a quarter of a million visitors a year.

The park is around 2 hours drive from Darwin and is more gentle than the rugged brutal nature of say Kakadu. Of note are the Florence Falls which has a split stream which forms two falls, almost at right angles to each other, cascading into a pool below.

Other waterfalls in the Litchfield National Park include the Wangi, The Tjaynera or Sandy Creek and Tolmer Falls. The Wangi Falls descend from a red coloured cliff face into a plunge pool below-this is a popular place for visitors cool off and to relax under the canopy of palm trees.

MGM Grand Hotel Darwin

Set in 18 acres, this five star boutique style beach side resort is right next door to the Mindil Beach Markets. Casino, premier dining and luxury amenities.

Novotel Atrium Darwin

Built around a tropical paradise within walking distance to the CBD. Conference facilities, Two restaurants, cocktail bar & landscaped swimming poo

Holiday Inn Esplanade Darwin

Ideally situated on The Esplanade with magnificent views over tropical parklands to the foreshore close to major tourist attractions.

Crowne Plaza Darwin

Located right in the heart of Darwin and close to all the facilities and attractions. 221 rooms .

Kakadu Lodge Jabiru

To the west is the pretty Lichfield National Park with its waterfalls, unique rock formations and the precisely sited termite mounds. The Adelaide River flows and divides in two near the town. There is a small amount of accommodation in the town

Gagudju Lodge Cooinda

in the heart of Kakadu National Park provides the closest base to explore Nourlangie Rock and Anbangbang Billabong

Holiday Inn Gagudju Crocodile Hotel Jabiru

Darwin architect working with the local Aboriginal people created hotel in the shape of a crocodile, 250 m long.

Aurora Kakadu Hotel South Alligator

In the heart of Kakadu set amidst 10 ha of lush bushland, tropical gardens, manicured lawns and relaxation areas.

Mercure Inn Hotel Katherine

Four kilometres south of Katherine on the main highway. Attractive tropical gardens contain a shaded swimming pool and tennis court for relaxation,

Vast Distances

Throughout the Northern Territory, distances between townships or settlements can be great and there are vast tracts of largely un populated land which may require permission from Aboriginal Land Authorities to access.

Travel through the Northern Territory should be treated with the utmost respect. Careful preparation must be made if you are thinking of venturing out alone as people have been known to succumb to the conditions in just a few hours. In addition, during the monsoon season, some roads throughout the 'Top End are often made unpassable by flooding.