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Darwin



A tropical paradise just waiting for you to discover.



Perched on the north-west coast of the "Top End" of the Northern Territory, geographically closer to Indonesia than to any major Australian cities, Darwin is laid back and cosmopolitan, home to an eclectic mix of people, many of whom allegedly came for a short visit and never left. And who can blame them?

Essentially a large town, the Northern Territory's capital is compact and friendly, with plenty to entertain the visitor within the city itself and a wealth of attractions nearby. Its northern location lends it a tropical climate, which is probably what accounts for the easy-going attitude of the locals.

More-or-less flattened by Cyclone Tracy in 1974, the city centre is predominantly modern, with some surprisingly stylish architecture, such as the imposing Parliament House, designed on the basis of a classical Greek structure with a modern twist.

The water is the main focal point of the city, the lively Wharf area, lined with restaurants and bars, providing a popular outdoor venue for eating or just chilling out with a cool beer. In the evening, regular cruises take visitors out from the harbour to watch the breathtaking sunset.

Further afield, the stunning waterfalls and tropical rainforest of Litchfield National Park provide a welcome respite from the bustle of the city. Even more remote are the Tiwi islands, lying just off the north coast, which are culturally unique, but with a definite Asian flavour.

Darwin is well worth a visit for those seeking a laid back holiday in a culturally diverse city.

Darwin
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TOURS

Brookes Australia Tours - personalised tours of Kakadu & Arnhemland

Orion Expedition Cruises - Kimberley, East Timor & Arnhem Land

Adventure Tours Australia - a large number of safaris in the territory

Great Aussie Holidays - Safaris and self drive

Travel North - Outback tours in the Katherine region

AAT Kings - Outback and Top End tours from 4 - 21 days

AAT Kings - Travel Darwin to Adelaide on the legendary Ghan railway

Aussie Adventure Holidays - Numerous Top End Tours

Mary River Houseboats - Houseboats on the Mary River

Australian Pacific Touring- A wide variety of tours in the Territory

All Terrain 4WD Safaris - Kakadu, Katherine, Kimberley, Bungles & more

Contiki Holidays - Northern Territory tours for 18-35 year-olds

Sacred Earth Safari's - Small group Kakadu & Kimberley tours & private charters

Coral Princess Cruises - 10 Night Expedition from Darwin to Broome

Coral Princess Cruises - 11 night expedition cruise between Darwin & Cairns

Odyssey Tours & Safaris - Kakadu & Litchfield NPs, Red Centre, Kimberly & Gulf tours

Off Road Adventure Safaris - Small group 4WD charter tours of Qld, NT & WA.

Orion Cruises - Cruising the Kimberley Coast, East Timor & Arnhem Land

True North - Cruise from Darwin to Cairns in ultimate comfort

Wilderness 4WD Adventures - Small Group tours of the Top End & the Kimberley




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