We arrived dusty and travel-worn, but Alice Springs greeted us with warmth, colour and comfort. From quirky cafes to red desert sunsets — don’t believe everything you read about Alice.

We returned to Uluru with fresh eyes, riding out for sunrise, circling the base, and watching rain turn the rock to copper. Quiet, powerful, and unforgettable—the red heart of Australia.

Massive, mysterious and far less crowded than Uluru, Kata Tjuṯa blew us away. We wandered among towering domes, soaked in the silence, and left feeling tiny, dusty, and full of quiet awe.

We hiked the Rim Walk at sunrise, cooled off in the Garden of Eden, and took to the skies for a birthday flight. Kings Canyon is vast, ancient, and one of the Territory’s true wonders.

Often, when travelling together, it’s great to visit places individually so we can each have a different point of view. Neil’s quieter view of Ormiston Gorge. Red walls, soft light, and the sound of wind through the ranges.

Cameron’s take on Ormiston Gorge. A cool desert waterhole framed by red cliffs and silence. A refreshing swim, a perfect view, and a reminder of how still the Outback can be.

Hidden in the West MacDonnell Ranges, the Ochre Pits reveal layers of colour and culture. Once used by the Arrernte people for ceremony and trade, they remain a sacred reminder of Australia’s enduring connection to land.

A short, bright walk through one of the Red Centre’s most dramatic natural landmarks. Standley Chasm glows with midday light and cultural depth, cared for by the Western Arrernte people of Central Australia.

Standley Chasm changes completely depending on the light. Here’s a quick guide covering the best time to see the glow, how long the walk takes, and what to expect when you arrive.

This stunning natural landmark feels like a hidden sanctuary, where the arid landscape meets the cool refuge of a dry creek bed nestled between towering cliffs.

Among the giant granite boulders of Karlu Karlu, the desert feels timeless. Sunrise and sunset light up the Devil’s Marbles in colour and silence, revealing a sacred landscape shaped by both nature and Dreaming.

Tennant Creek might look tough, but give it time and it’ll surprise you. Gold mining, local culture, and a town working hard to shape its future. Proof that hearts beat louder than headlines.

Crocodylus Park in Darwin brought us face to face with the Territory’s wildest locals. From croc feedings to holding a baby reptile, this visit was thrilling, educational, and a little bit terrifying.

Territory Wildlife Park at Berry Springs offers a relaxed way to explore Top End wildlife. We wandered open trails, watched birds in free flight, and learned how wetlands, forests, and savannahs shape life in the Northern Territory.

The Darwin Botanic Gardens gave us a quiet break from the city. Rainforest paths, tropical plants, a shady waterfall area and easy walking. A simple, relaxing morning in one of the NT’s best green spaces.

The Darwin Aviation Museum gave us a steady half-day indoors. A B-52 bomber, military aircraft, WWII history and curious stories from NT aviation. A cool, informative break just minutes from the city.

Darwin’s build-up delivered heat, humidity and some of the best skies we’ve seen. Slow days, big clouds and long sunsets showed us a different side of the Top End. Intense, colourful and uniquely tropical.

Mindil Beach Markets gave us a classic Darwin evening. Warm air, good food and a sunset crowd drifting to the sand. A relaxed mix of colour, flavour and that dry-season atmosphere the Top End does so well.

The Darwin Oil Storage Tunnels offered a calm step into the city’s wartime past. Cool underground chambers, simple displays and a quiet look at how Darwin prepared for air raids during WWII.

The NT Legislative Assembly gave us a calm, informative look at Territory politics: modern architecture, guided tours and stories like the 1996 Remonstrance. A thoughtful Darwin stop for anyone interested in how the Top End governs itself.