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Sunset Helicopter Ride, omg this was epic, fantastic service right from check-in till when we left #WestArnhem

🌴 Want to explore Southern Hemisphere scenery your friends haven't reached yet? Come to the "Top End" of Australia's Northern Territory! May is the perfect dry season for travel here; this place features tropical coastal cities, awe-inspiring ancient Aboriginal rock art, and adrenaline-pumping wild crocodiles. From tropical coasts to World Heritage sites, experience the true Australian Top End in four days 👇 ✈ Flight guide included at the end 🌴 Day 1: Arrive in Darwin, start your seaside vacation mode 🌞 Morning/Afternoon | Easy arrival, check into the waterfront Fly into Darwin International Airport (DRW). Head to the Darwin Waterfront to check in and wash away your travel fatigue. The location is excellent, with stunning blue sea views and a bustling leisure area right outside. 🌛 Evening | Stroll along the waterfront, enjoy the tropical evening breeze Take a walk along the waterfront at sunset. This area offers a variety of restaurants, a wave pool, and plenty of great photo spots. 🌟 Night | Taste the flavors of Darwin Just a 5-minute walk to 🍴 Pink Chopstix restaurant, enjoy a delicious dinner with the tropical sea breeze, kicking off your first relaxing night in the Northern Territory. 🏨 Accommodation: Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront 🐊 Day 2: Dive deep into Kakadu, encounter ancient and wild 🌞 Morning | Thrilling crocodile jumping cruise After enjoying a buffet breakfast at the hotel, follow a Chinese-speaking guide by car to the dual World Heritage site: Kakadu National Park. On the way, experience the heart-pounding Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Cruise, watching massive wild saltwater crocodiles leap out of the water to catch prey up close! 🌞 Noon | Check in at the unique "Crocodile Hotel" Arrive at the famous "giant crocodile": Mercure Crocodile Hotel for lunch. The hotel is shaped like a huge crocodile, making it an unmissable photo spot! 🌞 Afternoon | Immersive wetland sunset cruise Check into Cooinda Lodge, where you can choose the distinctive Outback Retreat tents or Yellow Water Villas. After a short rest, enjoy the highlight of the day: the Sunset Yellow Water Cruise. Search for wild crocodiles and tens of thousands of rare birds in the wetlands glowing golden under the sunset. 🌛 Evening | Outback celebration Enjoy a hearty dinner at the resort’s 🍴 Mimi's Restaurant. 🏨 Accommodation: Cooinda Lodge 🎨 Day 3: Explore Aboriginal culture, return to the city heartbeat 🌞 Morning | Dialogue with millennia of time Follow a guide for a hike at the famous Nourlangie / Burrungkuy rock art site. Stand before ancient rock walls and listen to Aboriginal creation myths and stories passed down for tens of thousands of years. 🌞 Noon | Art and deliciousness collide Have a relaxed picnic lunch at Marrawuddi Art Gallery. Sip coffee while admiring exquisite artworks and handicrafts created by local Aboriginal artists. 🌞 Afternoon | Return to Darwin, thrilling city experience Drive back to Darwin city center. Visit Crocosaurus Cove downtown, and if you’re brave enough, try the "Cage of Death" to face Australia’s largest saltwater crocodile through glass underwater! 🌛 Evening | City stroll After dark, pick a favorite restaurant in Darwin city for dinner and savor the wild spirit of your recent journey. ✈️ Day 4: Farewell to the Top End / Continue exploring 🌞 Early morning | Return fully satisfied Pack up and head to Darwin International Airport. If returning home, you can seamlessly connect to China Southern Airlines (CZ8362) direct flight from Darwin to Guangzhou, ending this perfect Northern Territory trip! 🗺️ Bonus: Seamless connections! Direct flight guide to Darwin Darwin is not only a gateway to Asia but also a key stop perfectly integrated into your "Australia panoramic tour"! No matter which major Australian city you are in, convenient direct flights will instantly take you to the tropical paradise of the Northern Territory. (Note: See the last image for details. Flight schedules and times are subject to real-time updates on airline official websites.) Add the Northern Territory to your next Australia travel wishlist! Wild, free, ancient, magical... Darwin and Kakadu are waiting for you with the sea breeze 🌴🐊😎! 📸 Tourism & Events NT/Helen Global/Tourism Australia/Helen Orr Darwin Sailing Club/Tourism Australia Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Cruise /Salty Wings/Kakadu Tourism Cooinda Lodge, Kakadu/Sean Hubner

🇦🇺 Latest News and Experiences from Australia's Northern Territory 🇦🇺 🗺️🌴 The tropical summer brings spectacular sunsets, warm summer evenings, and intense tropical storms to the Northern Territory, unveiling the most unique travel experiences of the year. With a series of new premium products launching, unique cultural experiences released, major events announced, and exclusive summer offers across the territory, now is the perfect time for visitors and locals to rediscover the beauty of the Northern Territory’s off-season. / Latest Updates / 🥾 Uluru-Kata Tjuta Signature Walk Joins the Great Walks of Australia The brand-new "Uluṟu–Kata Tjuṯa Signature Walk" will officially open in April next year, becoming the Northern Territory’s second hiking experience to be included in the "Great Walks of Australia." This 5-day, 4-night route is created by the Tasmanian Walking Company in close collaboration with the Aṉangu traditional owners, offering a rare overnight camping experience within the national park. The itinerary connects Kata Tjuta and Uluru, combining cultural storytelling, geological and ecological interpretation, and Tjukurpa creation stories, allowing hikers to gain a deeper understanding of this significant cultural landscape. 🏨 Darwin Airport Resort Unveils New Villas and Restaurant Darwin Airport Resort has completed a major upgrade, launching brand-new luxury accommodations and a California "Bohemian" style poolside restaurant just minutes from the terminal. The upgraded resort integrates Novotel, Mercure, and Ibis into a comprehensive resort destination, adding private pool villas, a 65-meter lagoon-style pool, and tropical gardens, setting a new high standard for premium airport stays. ✨ Field of Light Uluru Celebrates 10 Years Created by internationally renowned artist Bruce Munro, the "Field of Light" will celebrate its 10th anniversary in April 2026. Since opening in 2016, this immersive art installation made up of 50,000 solar-powered glowing spheres has become one of Australia’s most recognizable cultural landmarks, attracting nearly 500,000 visitors from around the world. A comprehensive technical upgrade completed in 2025 ensures the installation will continue to illuminate the desert night sky of the Red Centre as always. 📅 Kakadu National Park Announces Exciting Calendar of Events for 2026 Kakadu National Park has released its 2026 event schedule, including the return of "Taste of Kakadu" in May, featuring vibrant workshops, live entertainment, and Indigenous cuisine; diverse free seasonal activities from June to September; and the quarterly feast "Kakadu Bird Week" in September, offering cultural experiences, expert talks, birdwatching tours, and workshops to help visitors deeply explore Bininj/Mungguy culture and the World Heritage natural landscape. 🏛️ Darwin Services Club Opens Inside Historic Admiralty House Darwin Services Club has officially moved into the historic landmark Admiralty House, with a refreshed space that retains the rich features beloved by locals while introducing a more relaxed and open club atmosphere. The new venue is open to the public, offering high-quality dining and leisure experiences with expansive views where the waterfront meets the city, becoming a new social hub for locals, veterans, and visitors. 🛖 Arnhem Land’s Newest Accommodation Gets an Upgrade The Indigenous-owned Yanawal Units accommodation in Nhulunbuy has been upgraded with new outdoor kitchens and communal dining areas. The accommodation includes 15 modern rooms, featuring luxury suites and accessible options, providing a more comfortable and convenient base for visitors exploring Arnhem Land’s culture and nature. 🤖 New AI Military History Trip Planner Launched The Northern Territory has launched an innovative AI-driven military history trip planner, offering personalized World War II and aviation history route recommendations. The platform integrates key sites such as former airbases, defense facilities, underground fuel tunnels, monuments, and museums, combining technology and storytelling to help visitors systematically understand the Northern Territory’s wartime history. 🎣 Million Dollar Fish — Season 11 Now Underway Season 11 of Million Dollar Fish has kicked off in the Top End, giving participants the chance to catch tagged Australian barramundi worth between 10,000 and 1 million AUD. The competition runs until March 31, 2026, and introduces a new "Wheel of Fortune" segment, bringing more surprises and rewards to participants, showcasing the Northern Territory’s fishing experience to the world. 💰 Kakadu Summer Deals Released Kakadu has launched a series of summer deals, including free national park passes, fuel vouchers, and accommodation discounts at Cooinda Lodge and Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel. Visitors are encouraged to experience the park in the off-season, witnessing dramatic storm clouds sweeping across floodplains, wetlands reviving, waterfalls rushing, and wildlife thriving in this unique landscape. ✈️✨ Take advantage of the summer benefits and unlock these new experiences in the Northern Territory! 📸Tourism NT/taswalkingco/seekakadu/darwinairporthotels/ayersrockresort/mercuredarwin/yanawal_units/milliondollarfish/kakadutourism

🇦🇺 Latest News and Experiences in Australia's Northern Territory 🇦🇺


🗺️🌴 The tropical summer brings spectacular sunsets, warm summer evenings, and intense tropical storms to the Northern Territory, unveiling the most unique travel experiences of the year.

With a series of new high-end products launching, unique cultural experiences released, major events announced, and exclusive summer discounts across the territory, now is the perfect time for visitors and locals to rediscover the beauty of the Northern Territory’s off-season.


/ ✨ Latest Updates ✨ /


🥾 Uluru-Kata Tjuta Signature Walk joins the Great Walks of Australia
The brand-new "Uluṟu–Kata Tjuṯa Signature Walk" will officially open in April next year, becoming the Northern Territory’s second hiking experience to be included in the "Great Walks of Australia." This 5-day, 4-night route is created by the Tasmanian Walking Company in close collaboration with the Aṉangu traditional owners, offering a rare overnight camping experience inside the national park. The itinerary connects Kata Tjuta and Uluru, combining cultural storytelling, geological and ecological interpretation, and Tjukurpa creation stories, allowing hikers to gain a deeper understanding of this significant cultural landscape.


🏨 Darwin Airport Resort unveils new villas and restaurant
Darwin Airport Resort has completed a major upgrade, launching brand-new luxury accommodations and a California "Bohemian" style poolside restaurant just minutes from the terminal. The upgraded resort integrates Novotel, Mercure, and Ibis into a comprehensive resort destination, adding private pool villas, a 65-meter lagoon-style pool, and tropical gardens, setting a new high-end standard for airport accommodations.


✨ Uluru "Field of Light" celebrates 10 years
The internationally renowned artist Bruce Munro’s "Field of Light" will celebrate its 10th anniversary in April 2026. Since opening in 2016, this immersive art installation made up of 50,000 solar-powered glowing spheres has become one of Australia’s most recognizable cultural landmarks, attracting nearly 500,000 visitors from around the world. A comprehensive technical upgrade completed in 2025 ensures the installation will continue to illuminate the desert night sky of the Red Centre as always.


📅 Kakadu National Park announces exciting calendar of events for 2026
Kakadu National Park has released its 2026 event schedule, including the return of "Taste of Kakadu" in May, featuring vibrant workshops, live entertainment, and Indigenous cuisine; diverse free seasonal activities from June to September; and the quarterly feast "Kakadu Bird Week" in September, offering cultural experiences, expert talks, birdwatching tours, and workshops to help visitors deeply explore Bininj/Mungguy culture and the World Heritage natural landscape.


🏛️ Darwin Services Club opens inside historic Admiralty House
Darwin Services Club has officially moved into the historic landmark Admiralty House, with a refreshed space that retains the rich features beloved by locals while introducing a more relaxed and open club atmosphere. The new venue is open to the public, offering high-quality dining and leisure experiences with expansive views where the waterfront meets the city, becoming a new social hub for locals, veterans, and visitors.


🛖 Arnhem Land’s newest accommodation gets an upgrade
The Indigenous-owned Yanawal Units in Nhulunbuy have undergone facility upgrades, adding an outdoor kitchen and communal dining area. The accommodation includes 15 modern rooms, featuring luxury suites and accessible options, providing a more comfortable and convenient base for visitors exploring Arnhem Land’s culture and nature.


🤖 New AI military history trip planner launched
The Northern Territory has launched an innovative AI-driven military history trip planner, offering personalized recommendations for World War II and aviation history routes. The platform integrates key sites such as former airbases, defense facilities, underground fuel tunnels, monuments, and museums, combining technology and storytelling to help visitors systematically understand the Northern Territory’s war history.


🎣 Million Dollar Fish Season 11 now underway
Season 11 of Million Dollar Fish has kicked off in the Top End, giving participants the chance to catch tagged Australian barramundi worth between 10,000 and 1 million AUD. The competition runs until March 31, 2026, and introduces a new "Wheel of Fortune" segment, bringing more surprises and rewards to participants, showcasing the Northern Territory’s world-class fishing experience to the world.


💰 Kakadu National Park summer deals released
Kakadu has launched a series of summer deals, including free national park passes, fuel vouchers, and accommodation discounts at Cooinda Lodge and Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel. Visitors are encouraged to experience the park in the off-season, witnessing dramatic storm clouds sweeping across floodplains, wetlands reviving, waterfalls rushing, and wildlife becoming active in this unique landscape.


✈️✨ Take advantage of the summer benefits and unlock these new experiences in the Northern Territory!

📸Tourism NT/taswalkingco/seekakadu/darwinairporthotels/ayersrockresort/mercuredarwin/yanawal_units/milliondollarfish/kakadutourism

Singapore Airlines and Tourism Northern Territory recently co-organized an industry tour. Let's see where they visited! 🌴 If you yearn for tropical sunshine, lush greenery, and the power of pristine nature— Follow this 5-day, 4-night Top End itinerary for the Northern Territory, starting from the breezy tropical city of Darwin, and delving into the World Heritage Site of Kakadu National Park and other unique experiences, immersing yourself in the quintessential natural and cultural experiences of the Northern Territory. 🏙️ Day 1|Darwin Arrival in Darwin, Encountering Tropical Charm 🌅 Upon arrival in Darwin, the capital of the Northern Territory, begin with a leisurely city walk, strolling among street art and cultural stories; 🏥 Then head to the Royal Flying Doctors Service (RFDS) Visitor Centre to learn about the historical moment of the "Darwin Bombing" during World War II through virtual reality; 🛥️ In the evening, board a sunset cruise in Darwin Harbour and enjoy a sunset buffet dinner, welcoming your first night in the Northern Territory amidst the orange and purple hues of the sea and sky. 📍Recommended Accommodation: Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront 🌿 Day 2|Darwin → Kakadu National Park Explore the pristine world of Kakadu National Park 🚗 In the early morning, drive to the World Heritage Site – Kakadu National Park, passing by Fogg Dam Wetlands to see crocodiles and water birds gliding past the car window; 🎨 Visit the town of Jabiru and the Bowali Visitor Centre to learn about Aboriginal art and culture; 🪶 Enjoy lunch under the shade of trees, and in the afternoon explore the Nourlangie rock art site to appreciate ancient Aboriginal art dating back thousands of years; 🌄 In the evening, ascend to the Ubirr viewpoint to watch the sunset illuminate the wetlands and distant mountains, enjoying Kakadu's famous sunset view. 📍Recommended Accommodation: Mercure Crocodile Hotel, Kakadu 🛶 Day 3|Kakadu → A Double Surprise of Darwin's Morning Mist Wetlands and Eco-lodges 🌤️ In the morning, take a Yellow Water Cruise to experience the vibrant life of the wetlands as they awaken – crocodiles, wild birds, morning mist, and tranquility; 🍳 Enjoy breakfast at Cooinda Lodge and visit the unique eco-lodges; 🚙 On the way back to Darwin, enjoy a rustic lunch at Bark Hut Inn; 🌇 In the evening, stroll through the Mindil Beach Sunset Markets and watch the sunset sink into Darwin Harbour while enjoying delicious food and champagne. 📍Recommended Accommodation: Novotel Darwin CBD 🦜 Day 4|A Magical Day with Rainforests and Waterfalls at Litchfield National Park 🌴 Join an Ethical Adventures small group tour to the Northern Territory Wildlife Park for close encounters with native animals; 💧 Explore Litchfield National Park, admiring the cascading waterfalls and refreshing natural pools; 🍽️ Return to Darwin in the evening and enjoy dinner in the VIP area of ​​the Mindy Beach Sunset Market, raising a glass to the sunset in the tropical sea breeze. 📍Recommended Accommodation: Novotel Darwin CBD 🐊 Day 5|Darwin: The Thrill and Charm of the Crocodile City 🌞 After breakfast, head to Crocodile Cove for a face-to-face encounter with saltwater crocodiles and experience Australia's most thrilling reptile interaction. 🚌 Enjoy lunch in Darwin city center. In the afternoon, take the Big Bus Hop On Hop Off to explore city landmarks: Northern Territory Museum and Art Gallery (MAGNT), Botanic Gardens, waterfront, etc., and experience the beauty of contemporary Aboriginal art. ✈️ With sunshine, sea breeze, and adventurous memories, transfer to Darwin International Airport for your return journey. 🌇 In the evening, you can choose to enjoy a seafood dinner at a beachfront restaurant (such as Pink Chopstix) and experience a relaxing night. 📍Recommended Accommodation: Novotel Darwin CBD ☀️ Day 6|Darwin City Tour: A Slow-Paced Finale to a Tropical City 🚌 Take the Big Bus Hop On Hop Off to explore city landmarks: Northern Territory Museum and Art Gallery (MAGNT), Botanic Gardens, Waterfront, etc. 🌿 Visit the Chinese Temple and Museum to learn about the city's multicultural history. ✈️ In the afternoon, transfer to Darwin International Airport, returning home with memories of sunshine, sea breeze, and adventure. 🌿 The Northern Territory is not only a collection of magnificent natural wonders but also the spiritual home of Australian Aboriginal culture. From urban art to World Heritage sites, from wetland morning mists to sunsets over the sea, every step is a genuine dialogue with nature and culture. 📸️ Tourism NT/SQ China/seekakadu

If you're planning to go to the Northern Territory of Australia in May, I highly recommend Kakadu! From May 24 to 26, 2024 (Friday to Sunday), the homeland of the world's oldest surviving culture—Kakadu—is set to welcome the premier Indigenous food and culture event of the Northern Territory's Top End—Taste of Kakadu (Karrimanjbekkan An-me Kakadu). The event will take place throughout Kakadu National Park, featuring a series of activities that celebrate the local Bininj people's traditions and culture with an ancient menu interpreted in a modern way. During this long weekend, visitors can participate in various delicious experiences, such as the special dinner 'Bowali Under the Stars' crafted by renowned bush food chef Paul Iskov and Kakadu's own Ben Tyler, which is a four-course dinner under the stars! During the event, you can also try bush food walking tours, oven feasts, Yellow Water River 'Crocodile and Canapés' cruises, and the opportunity to meet with traditional owners who will share their skills and knowledge of local bush foods. These are all led by park rangers. In addition to the culinary delights, you can experience Bininj/Mungguy culture, such as various arts, music, performances, workshops, and guided experiences of Kakadu's famous rock art galleries, Nourlangie and Ubirr. For accommodation, the Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel in Jabiru and Cooinda Lodge in Cooinda are recommended. Cooinda offers hotel rooms, luxury camping tents, and the lavish Yellow Water Villas. The Yellow Water Camping Ground at Cooinda provides a wealth of camping and caravan facilities.