What is the best time of year to visit the Northern Territory?

What is the best time of year to visit the Northern Territory?

To have the most comfortable trip, the dry season between May to October is going to be the best time for you. You’ll also find most of our famous events such as the Mindil Beach Sunset Markets and Darwin Festival happen during this time. While most visitors come during dry season, don’t let the Wet deter you.

What is there to do in wet season in Northern Territory?

Experience the magic of this season when you take in the spectacular experiences on offer.

• Visit Florence Falls at Litchfield National Park.
• Take a helicopter over Nitmiluk Gorge.
• Walk, fly and cruise through Kakadu.
• Explore Nitmiluk National Park.
• Watch the sunset over Darwin Harbour.

Can you visit Kakadu in the wet season?

The ‘Wet Season’ in Kakadu runs from approximately November to mid May however no two wet seasons are the same. It is a unique time to visit the park where water is abundant and the landscapes are vibrant green – it’s a chance to see the park in a way very few visitors do!

Can you drive to Darwin in the wet season?

With a 4WD obviously you’d have access to other places including waterfalls that are open in the wet season only. I would recommend staying overnight in Kakadu as Darwin to Kakadu and back is a long way for someone to drive in a day when you’re unfamiliar with the roads and with the risk of water on the roads.

What months are the wet season in Darwin?

The wet season (November – April) The wet season in Darwin is characterised by high humidity, monsoonal rains and storms. Average temperatures range from 24.7 – 32 °C (76.5 – 89.6°F), and humidity can push past 80 per cent. The average annual rainfall is 1727.3 mm (68 inches) and January is the wettest month.

Can you visit Litchfield in the wet season?

Litchfield National Park can be visited all year round. The wet season is actually a good time to see them. The falls will be thundering, not just dribbling, and there are fewer tourists around.

Does Uluru have a wet season?

The period from October to March can get extremely hot, with daytime temperatures regularly exceeding 35°C. However, the hot weather also brings storms and rain, which fill the waterholes and start Uluru’s waterfalls flowing – a truly spectacular sight!

What is the best time of year to visit Kakadu?

The dry season runs from approximately May to October each year. This is generally the most popular time to visit the Kakadu region as most of the major tourist sites are open.

Is the road from Berry Springs to Litchfield sealed?

The park is accessed by sealed road from the Stuart Highway through the town of Batchelor, about an hour’s drive (112k) south of Darwin. Look for the Batchelor turn-off, it’s hard to miss! There is a shorter, partly unsealed road via Berry Springs which is open in the dry season. See more information here.

Is the road to Litchfield sealed?

Litchfield Park Road is one of the most scenic drives in the Northern Territory of Australia. This sealed road runs through the Litchfield National Park.

How many days do you need in Kakadu?

Ideally three days are required, though seven days or more will reward you with an experience that you will never forget. We have come up with some itineraries that will help you build your ‘Kakadu Experience’.

Which is better Kakadu or Litchfield?

Go to Lichfield. It’s more compact and the attractions (and there are many) are therefore closer together. It’s also closer to Darwin, so less travelling means more time to enjoy the park. Kakadu you pay a fee now to enter, Litchfield is free.

How many days do you need at Kakadu?

Is Litchfield Open in wet season?

You have probably been warned off visiting from November to March because of the tropical unpredictable rains. Not only are both the National Parks Kakadu and Litchfield still open for business, but they are also very accessible, with plenty of wildlife to spot and areas to explore.