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Northern Territory
Contents Northern Territory Darwin Katherine Tenant Creek Alice Springs
Northern Territory The Northern Territory has one of Australia's great icons, Ayres Rock (Uluru). There is 
great contrast between the arid, red desert area of the inland and the wet tropics of the north, including the state's capital, Darwin.
The Northern Territory has many natural attractions to explore including Kakadu, a World Heritage listed National Park, Katherine Gorge and Kings Canyon.
Darwin Darwin is the capital of the Northern Territory and located on the coast. The Stuart Highway ends or starts here depending on which way you are going. It has all the mod cons of a major city despite its isolation, including cinema, bars, live music, casino, good shopping and eating. The best time to visit is June to July when the weather is dry. Darwin offers a lot to do including barramundi fishing, scuba diving and numerous bush walks.
Accommodation
Chilli's 69a Mitchell Street, Darwin, NT 0801 freecall: 1800 351 313 Email: info@chillis.com.au Centrally located in the heart of the Darwin C.B.D. surrounded by great bars, clubs, cheap eats, & Aboriginal Art Centres.
Frogshollow 27 Lindsay St, Darwin Phone 1800 068 686. is the Cleanest and Friendliest backpackers resort in the Top End of Australia. We are more than a hostel. We offer resort-style accommodation at budget prices. Our back yard has a large salt water pool and 2 spas, set into a tropical garden.
Park Lodge is set in a quiet tropical garden of fragrant flowers and abundant fruit trees. We are well situated close to Darwin city & main bus routes. We are renowned for our cleanliness & friendly service...
Darwin YHA 97 Mitchyell Street Darwin NT 0800 Phone (08) 8981 5385
The Cavenagh 12 Cavenagh Street Darwin NT 0800 Telephone: (08) 8941 6383
Gagudju Lodge YHACooinda, off Kakadu Highway, Kakadu National Park 0886 Phone: (08) 8979-0145
Melaleuca on Mitchell 52 Mitchell St, Darwin, NT 0800 Swimming Pool is set amongst a tropical garden with outdoor seating and reading areas. Melalaeuca Lodge offers three kitchens for self catering.
Kakadu Ubirr YHA Ooenpelli Road, Ubirr, Kakadu National Park 0886 (not sure if this is still open)
Globetrotters Lodge 97 Mitchell Street Darwin NT 0800 (thnk this is closed, please send in if you know)
Wilderness Resort Chinner Road, CMB 35, Lake Bennett, N.T. Freecall:1800 999 089 (Aust. Only)
Fawlty Towers 88 Mitchell Street Darwin NT 0800 Phone 1800 068886
Elkes Inner City Backpackers 112 Mitchell Street Darwin NT 0800 Phone 1800 808365
Gecko Lodge 146 Mitchell St Darwin NT 0800 Phone 1800 811250
Banyan View Lodge 119 Mitchell Street Darwin NT 0800 Phone 1800 249124
Salvation Army Red Shield Hostel 49 Mitchell Street Darwin NT 0800 Phone (08) 89815994
YWCA Banyan View Lodge 119 Mitchell St, Darwin. just north of town. Phone 08 8981 8644. Rooms have fridge and fan. Kitchen, 2 TV lounges, spa.
Katherine Katherine is located on the Katherine River. Katherine offers a few attractions however the big ones are located outside this township which makes it a good base for exploring the surrounding area. There is the Katherine George National Park where it is possible to take a cruise along the river or walk to Edith Falls. The Cutta Cutta Caves National park has naturally formed limestone caves.
Accommodation
Springvale Homestead Shadforth Road, Katherine, Northern T ph: (08) 8972 1355 Situated 7kms from Katherine township on the banks of the Katherine River, Springvale Homestead was built in the 1880’s and is the oldest standing Homestead in the Northern Territory. It is renowned for its hospitality and relaxed atmosphere. Springvale Homestead offers travellers a shady parkland environment, featuring grassed caravan and camping sites, budget motel accommodation, a licensed bistro and kiosk, swimming pool.
Victoria Lodge 21 Victoria Hwy Katherine NT 0851 Phone 1800 808875
Tennant Creek Tennant Creek has one or two things to do but it is a good stop over point while travelling between Darwin and Alice Springs. About 90km south of Tennant Creek are the Devils Marbles, which naturally occurring boulders popping up from the landscape.
Accommodation
Tourists Rest Cnr Windley & Leichhardt Streets, Tennant Creek, NT 0860 Email: info@touristrest.com.au Tennant Creek Hostel Cnr Leichhardt & Windley Streets Tennant Creek NT 8860 Phone (08) 89622719
Alice Springs
Alice Springs or ' the Alice' as it is otherwise known, is most noted for the natural
features that surround it. Ayres Rock (Uluru) is the most famous of these.
It is possible to climb to the top, a 1.6km trek taking about 2 hours, depending on how fit you are. It is also possible to walk the entire way around the base of the rock which is about a 10km trek.
Other natural features include the Olgas, Kings Canyon and the MacDonnell Ranges.
Accommodation
Ossie’s Homestead 18 Warburton St, Alice Springs the other side of the river. Phone (08) 8952 2308 Pool, courtesy bus, pet kangaroo, trail rides
Outback Pioneer Lodge YHA Ayers Rock Resort, Ayers Rock 0872 Reception Hours: 24 hour reception Phone: (08) 8957 7888 or 1300 139 889
Kings Canyon YHA Ernest Giles Road, Watarrka National Park, Kings Canyon 0872 Reception Hours: 6.30 am to 9.30 pm Phone: (08) 8956-7442 or 1800 817 622 Fax: (08) 8956-7410 Email Address: reservations@voyages.com.au.
Pioneer YHA Cnr Parsons Street and Leichhardt Terrace, Alice Springs 870 Reception Hours: 7.30 am to 8.30 pm Phone: (08) 8952-8855 Fax: (08) 8952-4144 Email Address: alicepioneer@yhant.org.au
Elke's Backpacker Resort close to town, inexpensive accommodation with all the necessary facilities. A great place to base yourself for tours to Ayers Rock (Uluru), trips along the Larapinta Trail walking track or for exploring the new Desert Park or the many and wonderful gorges, chasms and waterholes of the MacDonnell Ranges and the Central Australian area.
Alice Lodge Backpackers4 Mueller St Alice Springs over the river from town. Phone 08 8953 1975. Singles, Doubles, Twins, Dormitory & Four Share, Communal kitchen, Lounge & laundry, Free Breakfast, Free Tea and Coffee, Established Gardens and BBQ, Refrigerators in rooms...
YHA Pioneer Hostel Cnr Leichhardt Terrace & Parsons Street Alice Springs NT 0870 Phone (08) 89528855
Annie's Place Traegger Ave Alice Springs NT 0870 Phone 1800 359089
Desert Rose Inn 15 Railway Terrace Alice Springs NT 0871 Phone (08) 89521411
Malanka Lodge 94 Todd Street Alice Springs NT 0870 Phone 1800 815066
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