Watarrka National Park
Watarrka National Park, known for the dramatic red cliffs of Kings Canyon, is located southwest of Alice Springs, and can be included in your road trip to Uluru or visited as a destination by itself.
The 3.7-mile Rim Walk provides the best vantage point over the canyon and the surrounding sand dunes, but the park can be experienced via scenic flight or guided tour as well. Accommodation is available at Kings Creek Station and Kings Canyon Resort.
ADDRESS:
Luritja Rd, Petermann NT 0872, Australia
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Kakadu National Park
Another unmissable destination in the Territory, Kakadu is located a 3-hour drive east of Darwin on the lands of the Bininj/Mungguy people. In Australia's tropical north, this park is a haven for wildlife and is packed with waterfalls, rainfo、、、、、
Just over an hour's drive from Darwin, Litchfield makes a great day trip from the city or from nearby Katherine. It is best known for its waterfalls, many of which are open for swimming, and the pretty hiking trails that wind their way along the creeks
If you're on a tight schedule, Alice Springs Desert Park is easily accessible from town and has plenty of presentations and activities throughout the day. The park is home to dingoes, bilbies, kangaroos, emus, and dozens of native reptiles and birds.
Visitors can learn about the culture of the Arrernte people, including types of native bush foods and their religious beliefs. There is plenty of information about endangered animals and the geological history of the region as well. Entry costs AU$37 for adults and $18.50 for kids. There is an on-site café, plus picnic facilities.
ADDRESS:
Larapinta Dr, Alice Springs NT 0871, Australia