Welcome to the beautiful Northern Territory, where the outback meets the tropics and more than 60,000 years of First Nations history runs through its seems. The NT has everything you could want; extraordinary experiences, spectacular landscapes and incredible wildlife await.
Let’s go on a northern adventure.
Day 1 Arrive at BIG4 Breeze Holiday Parks – Katherine
Welcome to Breeze Katherine, with cabins, safari tents, spacious powered and unpowered sites, we’ve got the perfect accommodation options for every type of traveller. Camp kitchen, BBQs, our convenience store and the seasonal Fig Tree Bistro will keep everyone happy and fed. Settle in, unpack and enjoy a swim in our pool and spa area, hire a pedal kart or lawn games for an afternoon of fun and games.
Rest, relax and get ready, Katherine is an iconic destination and there is so much to explore.
Day 2 Explore Nitmiluk National Park
A 28-minute drive from Breeze, find the breathtaking sandstone country of Nitmiluk National Park. Featuring 13 gorges including the famous Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge, these sandstone cliffs glow in the changing light. When you arrive, begin at the visitor centre, learn about the gorge’s spiritual and cultural significance to its traditional owners, the Jawoyn people. Their culture and traditions have long been maintained with stories passed down through each generation.
You can explore the gorge in many ways; by foot, canoe, boat or helicopter. Set your own pace, walk the trails, paddle through gorges and see amazing waterfalls, wildlife and ancient First Nations rock art. Cool off at Leliyn (Edith) Falls, with its peaceful waters and picture-perfect rock formations.
When you visit don’t forget to bring comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, insect repellent, a hat, first aid kit, and plenty of water.
Day 3 Visit the Katherine Hot Springs
There are many natural hot springs that can be found around the Katherine region, and a quick 13-minute drive will have you at the Katherine Hot Springs. What was once just an indentation on the edge of the Katherine River has turned into an area perfect for a scenic walk, having a swim, a little bit of relaxation, and a nice picnic. The natural thermal pools themselves comprise of a series of clear pools, surrounded by the native vegetation.
It’s a magical place to spend an afternoon.
Day 4 Cutta Cutta Caves Nature Park
Travel 29-minutes down the road to the Cutta Cutta Caves Nature Park. Explore the karst limestone landscape and the tropical woodlands. Formed millions of years ago, and still growing, these caves will take you 15 metres below the surface. Take a tour of the caves with the potential to witness some incredible wildlife including the rare Ghost and Horseshoe Bats and the endangered Gouldian Finch.
The only way to see the caves is through the guided tours and tours are seasonal, operating between April until the end of October. The caves are a tropical system therefore it is humid inside, if you do suffer from asthma, we recommend bringing your inhaler, remember that closed-in shoes are mandatory.
Day 5 Travelling to Breeze Holiday Parks – Mary River
Leaving Breeze Katherine, it’s time to head to Breeze Mary River, taking you approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes and you can even take a detour to visit Litchfield National Park. Home to scenic walks, 4WD tracks, crystal clear swimming pools and amazing waterfalls. Visit the Cascades, to swim in the rock pools, 4WD drive to the Lost City to explore the sandstone structures, take a picnic and spend your afternoon lounging at the Wangi Falls. There is so much to do and see, park passes are required to enter many of the NTs national parks, so make sure to obtain yours before visiting the area.
Finish your day by rolling into Breeze Mary River, stay in one of our Safari Tents or on a powered or unpowered site. Enjoy a swim in the pool, and a meal at our bistro.
Day 6 Visit Kakadu National Park
World Heritage listed Kakadu National Park, just 20-minutes from Breeze Mary River, covers nearly 20,000 square kilometres. Witness breathtaking horizons from the top of the Kakadu escarpment, cruise the Yellow Water Billabong to spot crocs and other wildlife, and be entranced by ancient landscapes and connect with long standing First Nations culture. This area is known to have been continuously inhabited for more than 40,000 years, archaeological sites, rock carvings and cave paintings record the way of life and skills of the region’s traditional owners.
Kakadu is a unique example of a complex ecosystem, as well as being a habitat to rare and endemic species of plants and wildlife. All of this is the reason it was Heritage listed in 1981 and Kakadu’s ancient landscapes remain protected to this day.
Day 7 Head onto the Water
The Mary River wetlands is one of the top spots for fishing in Australia, people come from all over world just to fish the Top Ends most famous sport fish. Launch your own boat at the ramp next to our park or jump on a charter and join to the search for the famous ‘barra’. Fish up to 1.4 metres are known to be landed each year, but make sure you pay attention to any regulations, Barramundi have a maximum limit of 5 fish, that must be a minimum of 55cm and maximum of 90cm.
If fishing’s not for you then a cruise may be more your style, you’ll be able to float through the wetlands landscape with ease. Spot a salty among the paperbark forests (it has the largest concentration of saltwater crocodiles in the world), see a lace or perentie monitor, wallabies, exotic birds and buffalo in this rich ecosystem.
Head back to Breeze Mary River to enjoy your final afternoon in the park.
