Darwin is the capital of the Northern Territory in tropical northern Australia. It is a relaxed and multicultural city, where Asian markets, aboriginal artists and crocodile hunters coexist easily. Interesting places to visit and experience in the city are the historical Darwin Wharf precinct, the Aviation Heritage Centre, Berry Springs Nature Park, nearby Lake Alexander and the Bicentennial Park. The aforementioned markets are a great way to spend a morning, or evening in the case of the Mindil Beach Sunset Market.
Cox Peninsula is located on the other side of the Port Darwin Harbour than the city. There is a small town at Wagait Beach, and several other beaches. Harney?s Beach is a long and unspoilt paradise. Fishing is popular on the peninsula, and for the amateurs it happens often on the Mandorah Jetty at Wagait Beach. There are wetlands and coastal plains on the peninsula with great walking tracks and even better birdwatching opportunities. The area also has historical significance as a it saw a lot of use during World War Two- relics include remains of a submarine cable, gun emplacements and the crash site of an airplane.
Close by Darwin is the extensive Kakadu National Park. It is World Heritage listed for both its cultural and natural values. Generations of Bininj and Mungguy aboriginal people have called it home for tens of thousands of years, and it is a special place in the country?s social history. As the park covers a huge area, it has huge biodiversity and houses native mammals, reptiles, freshwater species, insects and plants. The park consists of lowlands, hills and basins in the south, floodplains and an area of tidal flats. There are several sites of Aboriginal rock art, and the way in which human and nature interact is truly a fascinating study. The park is an essential for any campervan tripper in the area.
The closest major town to Darwin is Katherine, of which much of the population are connected to the nearby RAAF base. It is also a gateway to the nearby Nitmiluk National Park which surrounds some stunning gorges on the Katherine River.
The Northern Territory is all about the wilderness, with towns spread out mostly along the Stuart Highway. It is home to a lot of outback, including the famous Ayers Rock and the outback oasis Alice Springs. These are quite a drive from Darwin and it will take a few days, but what better way to experience the amazing outback than on a campervan road trip? There are small, friendly towns dotted along the highway where travellers can stop and park for the night, visit an outback pub and chat with some locals. Tennant Creek is amongst these, known as the Territory?s Heart of Gold, due in equal part to its gold mining history and its people.
Paulette Justin? is a writer who is passionate about campervan hire in Australia and around the world. She has travelled extensively around Australia, New Zealand, USA and Canada. Her best motorhome rental tip: Book your RV rental before your flights; Flights regularly go on sale but motorhomes sell out fast during peak season!
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