Nearby Places to Visit
Darwin is the front door to some of
the most extraordinary landscapes in Australia. The topography
of the Top End is typically savannah and rainforest, with plenty of
water in rivers, creeks, waterfalls, wetland shallows and seasonal lakes
to satisfy the keenest water lover.
- Howard Springs: Just 35km east of Darwin, Howard Springs is a delightful short excursion
with a safe swimming hole set in the forest, lots of bird life, freshwater
fish and turtles, semi-tame wallabies and short bushwalks. Try
to visit during the week as it gets crowded at weekends. This
is an opportunity to swim with huge barramundi!
- Berry Springs Nature
Park: A little further away, this park also offers safe freshwater
swimming in the network of pools.
- Litchfield National Park: At 140km south of Darwin, the Litchfield NP is further away, but well
worth the distance. It showcases the Tabletop Range, a huge sandstone
escarpment over which waterfalls pour. Strange sandstone sculptures
known as The Lost City are accessible by 4WD. At Wangi Falls there
is a lovey waterhole safe for swimming, though it's sometimes closed
during the Wet. Camping facilities are available here, as are
barramundi fishing opportunities. Giant termite mounds, all built
north-south to keep the interiors cool, will astound you.
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