11 days in Darwin & Surrounds Itinerary

On the 6th (Sun), see the world from above with a helicopter tour and then take in the dramatic scenery at Wangi Falls. On the 7th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: identify plant and animal life at Nina's Ark Wildlife Sanctuary, make a trip to Magnetic Termite Mounds, and then trek along Walker Creek.

To see traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Batchelor trip planner.

Sydney to Batchelor is an approximately 8-hour combination of flight and car. You can also drive. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 0.5 hours traveling from Sydney to Batchelor. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Sydney in December, with highs in Batchelor at 38°C and lows at 29°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Mon) so you can go by car to Darwin.

The smallest of Australia’s state capitals, Darwin has nevertheless become an attractive and important urban center, being simultaneously one of the country’s most modernized cities and a gateway to both the Top End region and South East Asia.

Change things up with a short trip to Territory Wildlife Park in Berry Springs (about 42 minutes away). Spend the 10th (Thu) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. And it doesn't end there: look for all kinds of wild species at Crocosaurus Cove, cool off at Darwin Waterfront, take in nature's colorful creations at George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens, and get to know the resident critters at Crocodylus Park.

For traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, read Darwin online trip maker.

Drive from Batchelor to Darwin in 1.5 hours. In December in Darwin, expect temperatures between 38°C during the day and 29°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Wed) early enough to travel back home.