The strikingly red sands of Australia's northern territory
Australia is full of natural wonders and stunning landscapes, and Tourism Australia and Parks Australia have joined forces to identify the landscapes which capture and promote the best of the country.
These National Landscapes are united by their natural and cultural significance, and are inspirational destinations with global appeal.
The aim of the programme is to ensure tourism agencies, conservation agencies, infrastructure agencies, industry players and local government are collectively responsible for the conservation and enhancement of Australia’s outstanding natural and cultural experiences for the future.
These iconic landscapes are as follows:
1.   Australia’s Red Centre (Northern Territory)
Featuring Australia’s outback, Uluru, Kata Tjuta, the McDonnell Ranges and Kings Canyon.
2.   Kakadu National Park
As a World Heritage area, Kakadu boasts the highest concentration of Aboriginal art sites in the world.
Kakadu National Park
3.   Flinders Ranges
Is South Australia’s largest mountain range that stretches more than 260 miles.
Flinders – Australia's largest mountain range
4.   Australian Alps
Stretching from Canberra through the Brindabella Range to the Snowy Mountains of New South Wales and along the Great Divide through eastern Victoria, showcasing Australia’s alpine and sub-alpine environments.
The Brindabella Ranges of Canberra
The Brindabella Ranges of Canberra
5.   Great Ocean Road
Takes visitors on a journey where they will experience coastal scenery, mountains, rainforests and farmlands.
The iconic Apostles – one of the Great Ocean Road's finest landscapes
6.   Australia’s Green Cauldron
Stretching from Byron Bay to the Gold Coast and west towards the Great Dividing Range, this vast caldera shelters a huge diversity of wildlife and fauna.
7.   Australia’s Coastal Wilderness
This is nestled in the far eastern corner of Victoria, and boasts Australia’s most impressive wilderness areas with rainforests and rocky coastlines.
8.   Greater Blue Mountains
This is an inspiring and diverse mix of rainforest, canyons, tall forests and heathlands stretching more than one million hectares.
An inspiring view from the Blue Mountains
For more information on National Landscapes visit Tourism Australia.
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