Festivals & events

Come sunrise and sunset, the #DevilsMarbles are the perfect spot to seek solitude, when the sun drenches the outback landscape in a blanket of orange, yellow and red 😍 Karlu Karlu, as the boulders are called by the Aboriginal traditional owners, were formed naturally, slowly eroding over millions of years into their strange and sometimes gravity-defying shapes. Wander the reserve’s walkways, where you’ll find granite boulders up to 6 metres tall scattered throughout the valley. These geological wonders are located just an hour south of #TennantCreek. Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @keiranlusk. #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #roadtripaustralia #outback #outbackaustralia

Can you hear the waves crashing and feel the sun's warmth on your skin? That's the magic of @BanubanuRetreat in @EastArnhemLand... 💙 📸 1 & 2: @seanscottphotography #NTaustralia #SeeAustralia #TourismTopEnd #EastArnhemLand #beachretreat #visitaustralia #hiddengem #tropicalparadise

#AuroraAustralis + #MilkyWay = the most magical combination, captured last night in @visitcentralaus ✨ 📸: @brodygamblephotography #NTaustralia #SeeAustralia #astrophotography #aurorahunting #outbackaustralia #milkywayphotography #starphotography

Just me, you and the view 💛 Only 30 minutes northeast of @VisitKatherine lies #NitmilukGorge, bursting with adventure! 🌿Dive into wildlife sightings, ancient rock art and refreshing waterholes. Choose your thrill: canoeing, sunset cruises, long walks, swimming spots or even helicopter rides - @nitmiluktours has it all! Our tip? Visit Baruwei lookout for epic views of the gorge system 😍 #NTaustralia #SeeAustralia #NitmilukNT #outbackaustralia #roadtripaustralia #gorge #epiclandscapes #sunrise

The burnt orange scenery of #Uluru sure puts the awe into awe-inspiring! 🧡 The best way to soak up Uluru's magic is on foot. Take a stroll around the base and explore multiple bushwalks with amazing views. From the Kuniya carpark, visitors can follow the short track to Muṯitjulu waterhole, where you'll feel the spirit of Wanampi, the ancestral watersnake. For the full adventure, embark on the 3.5-hour base walk to discover all the important sites around this Aussie icon. Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @shotbyjira. #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #SeeUluru #outback #visitaustralia #roadtripaustralia #AussieIcon

Step into the enchanting world of Light Towers at @DiscoveryParksAndResorts – #KingsCanyon in @visitcentralaus, created by internationally renowned light and sound artist Bruce Munro 🌟 Wander through this vibrant desert maze, changing colour in response to a mesmerising soundscape by composer Orlando Gough, during one of three available viewing sessions; sunrise, sunset and by night. Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @shotbyjira. #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #outbackaustralia #roadtripaustralia #LightTowers

Camping under a magnificent starry night sky in @visitcentralaus... does it get much better than THIS!? 💫🏕 📷: @75vibes_ #NTaustralia #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT

Feast your eyes on @ParrtjimaAustralia, a stunning, free festival showcasing the oldest continuous culture on earth through the newest technology - all on the 300 million-year-old natural canvas of the MacDonnell Ranges in @VisitCentralAus ✨ Watch the desert come alive with new artworks, light shows and a program of performances, interactive workshops, music and talks. This annual event runs for 10 nights, finishing on April 21. Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @wildbonde! #SeeAustralia #ParrtjimaAustralia #festival

Can we take a minute (or several!) to stop and appreciate these stunning starry scenes from Corroboree Rock in @visitcentralaus?! ✨✨ The impressive dolomite structure of Corroboree Rock Conservation Reserve is of great importance to the local Arrernte people. It was formed more than 800 million years ago by salt lakes 🤯 On the walks you’ll be able to get great photos of spinifex and senna against a milky blue sky when the light is low. Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @brodygamblephotography! #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #outbackaustralia #starscape #starrysky #astrophotography #visitaustralia

Got a case of Mondayitis? 🤭 This will cheer you up 👇 #MatarankaThermalPool has reopened! In case you've never come face to face with this breathtaking location, here's a sneak peek 😍 The small town of Mataranka can be found an hour south of @VisitKatherine, the unofficial gateway to the tropics. These heavenly springs bubble up at a cosy 34 degrees, filling a semi-man pool with the most perfect turquoise water, under a canopy of shady palms 🌴 Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @brooklynkatee_! #SeeAustralia #TourismTopEnd #VisitKatherine #hotsprings #paradise #wildswimming #outbackaustralia

Journey to Rainbow Valley Conservation Reserve where breathtaking views are around every corner 😍 The @visitcentralaus reserve is on the traditional lands of the Southern Arrernte people and is known as Wurre. Best accessed by a four-wheel drive vehicle, this lesser known geological wonder is particularly stunning in the early morning light or late afternoon when it changes from ochre red to orange and purple ❤🧡💜 The short walk around the clay pan is well worth doing, especially in wildflower season. If you're keen to stick around and witness sunrise and sunset, there’s a small campground nearby with picnic tables, barbecues and toilets. Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @emmaclaire____! #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #visitaustralia #roadtripaustralia #outback

Relax in the dip-worthy waters of Goanna Lagoon/Wathawuy; a freshwater stream winding its way through eucalyptus forest and bushland in @eastarnhemland 🌿 Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @monikabolton_! #SeeAustralia #TourismTopEnd #EastArnhemLand #wildswimming #lagoon #visitaustralia #roadtripaustralia

Ooooft, Motor Car Falls is one of the many places that come alive over the tropical summer months (Nov-Apr) in #KakaduNationalPark 💚 Nestled amidst high cliffs and lush monsoon forest, this enchanting waterfall boasts a stunning emerald plunge pool. Unlike the park's more famous falls that may be off-limits during this season, #MotorCarFalls remains accessible, offering a secluded paradise for those willing to embark on the scenic one-hour hike. Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @_project_ryan! #SeeAustralia #TourismTopEnd #SeeKakadu #DoKakadu #wildswimming #waterfalls #roadtripaustralia

Just three hours' drive from Uluru lies #KingsCanyon, an incredible haven forged over 400 million years, on the traditional lands of the Matutjara people. It's jaw-dropping brilliant orange sandstone cliffs soar 270 metres above sea level. Hike the 6 kilometre rim and marvel at the changing landscapes 🧡 Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @_markfitz. #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #hiking #outbackaustralia #outback #roadtripaustralia

G'day from Nawurlandja lookout 🤩 Located 30 minutes south of #KakaduNationalPark's main township, Jabiru, this lookout offers world-class views across Anbangbang Billabong to Nourlangie Rock (Burrungkuy) and the #ArnhemLand escarpment. Our tip? Head here for sunrise or sunset! The rugged and remote beauty of Kakadu has stories to share that will take your breath away and touch your heart. Covering nearly 20,000 square kilometres, the Bininj/Mungguy people have called the region home for some 65,000 years. Join @yibekka.kakadu on a tour at nearby Burrungkuy (Nourlangie Rock) and learn about the incredible rock art and shelters with a local Aboriginal guide. #NTaustralia #SeeAustralia #Seekakadu #DoKakadu #visitaustralia #outbackaustralia #sunset #Australia #epicviews #Aboriginalculture [ID: A woman stands in the distance on a rocky outcrop overlooking a large natural escarpment with green tree surrounds at sunset]

Chasing the golden hour with a front-row seat to the breathtaking spectacle of #KataTjuta in @visitcentralaus ✨ Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, justineeeeb! #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #outbackaustralia #visitaustralia #outback #roadtripaustralia

Cruise Yellow Water Billabong with @KakaduTourism and discover the national park's remarkable wetlands, teeming with rich wildlife, dramatic scenery and ever-changing landscape 🐊 Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @jessica_nguyen_. #SeeAustralia #KakaduNationalPark #TourismTopEnd #visitaustralia #crocodile #outbackaustralia #SeeKakadu #DoKakadu

Meet The Drovers Dream at @kingscreekstation – 10 perfectly placed tents set against the stunning hues of the Watarrka landscape in @visitcentralaus 🏕 Embrace the rugged beauty of the George Gill Range, enjoy magnificent sunsets, and stargaze under clear night skies for an unforgettable outback experience. The best part? Creature comforts come standard, with beautifully furnished tents, ensuites and air-conditioning. #NTaustralia #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #glamping #outbackaustralia #outback #visitaustralia #roadtripaustralia