There’s always something new going on in the Northern Territory, so we’ve teamed up with Tourism NT to provide you with this up-to-date guide of what’s happening and where. Therefore pack your suitcases and leave the dog with the neighbours, because once you hear about these great deals, you’ll be wanting to leave straight away!
Photography Tour
Capture the spirit of the outback!
If you’ve an interest in photography then you’ll love this one! Let’s face it, Australia has some of the most stunning scenery in the world, it’s a photographers dream! However if you’re anything like me, that stunning shot you just took of Uluru (Ayres Rock) seems to contain a previously undiscovered, giant portion of thumb. Well now is your chance to embark on a photographic journey with a true professional.
Grenville Turner has more than 30 years of experience as a professional photographer and he’ll be heading a six day tour, including workshops with one-to-one instruction – what could be better? Well the locations, they are among the most picturesque on the planet! The tours depart from either Alice Spring or Ayres Rock. This tour will see you transformed from amateur photographer to true professional! And here’s a tip, those photographs you’ll be taking will make excellent Christmas presents, so you’ll be saving money in the process!ÂÂ
This unique tour costs just £677 per person. Wayoutback.com
When you come back from the tour with your professional, high quality snaps, why not show them off to the public? A new site has been launched that showcases photographs taken of the Northern Territory by amateur enthusiasts. The site will also feature tops tips and hints from professionals as well as ideas and inspiration. Show the world your talent by visiting www.australiasoutback.com/photography
Aboriginal Art
Do you admire aboriginal artwork? Wished that you could produce a piece of work that had the same stunning impact? Well now you can! A new 4 day safari has been introduced that includes community led dot painting workshops and an interpretative rock art tour.ÂÂ
Create your own artwork.
The Ultimate Red Centre Dreamtime Safari enables visitors to learn about Aboriginal art at Wallace Rockhole and enjoy a star gazing talk whilst tucking into a BBQ dinner at Kings Creek Station. You’ll come away from this experience with a deeper understanding of the mysteries of Aboriginal art and how their natural environment not only influenced their art, but their very identities too.ÂÂ
The tour costs from just £512 per person based on two sharing a twin room. www.connections.travel
Sightseeing from Above
Ever fancied seeing the outback from the air? It is often only from the skies that you can truly appreciate the breathtaking wonder of the landscape below, so stunning it’s as though you’re hovering above a grand work of art painted by one of the Masters!
See the stunning landscape from the skies!
A new tourism venture between Alice Springs Helicopters and Ampwerre (Black Tank) Community has been developed to allow visitors this unique cultural experience. Not only will you be able to gasp in wonder at the views from your exciting helicopter ride, but you can also have a private dot painting workshop at Ampwerre! There are a selection of tours to choose from so you get to say what you want to do. The helicopters can only seat four people, which means that you benefit from an intimacy with your hosts that allows a one-to-one insight into Aboriginal culture and way of life.
www.alicespringshelicopters.com.au
Hiking Adventures
Don’t follow the tourist trail! Experience the true originality of the outback with this guided walk through Kakadu National Park. Taking visitors from Koolpin George to Twin Falls this 5 day tour takes the less travelled paths to enable visitors to witness some of the park’s striking beauty and native wildlife that isn’t accessible by the usual tourist routes. Indeed there are no paths or markers and it’s highly unlikely you’ll come across other people on your hike. Your expert guide knows the route by heart, leaving you to appreciate and take in the unique environment and surroundings.
Explore the beauty of Kakadu on foot.
You will be provided with tasty, cooked meals and a comfy bed and tent. Participants should be fit and active and used to carrying a backpack. This will be one camping trip you won’t forget! www.ntimmersions.com.au
Indulge in a Little Luxury
If you want to experience the thrills of an outback adventure but you’re not into hiking for miles, then this tour is for you! A luxury air-conditioned 4×4 will transport up to 6 people for this 10 hour trip into the heart of the bushland.
Your guide is herself an indigenous Australian and a former Wildlife Territory Park Guide, so you’ll be in good hands. You can watch the native wildlife, view breathtaking scenery, sample gourmet bush-tucker and learn about bush medicine. It’s an amazing day out and all for only £120 per person!
Recycled B&B
Looking for somewhere different to stay? Well you can’t get much different than a B&B made from recycled railway sleepers! Alice Station B&B has been built using Ghan railway sleepers, which gives it an unique feel as well as ticking all the right eco-friendly boxes. You can also watch the kangaroos from the back garden! Facilities include WiFi and a saltwater pool. Rooms start from £88 including breakfast. www.alicestation.com
If you want to find out more about what the Northern Territory has to offer, then visit www.australiasoutback.com which is full of useful information on where to stay, how to get there, when to go etc.
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