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Enjoy our property or experience the very best of the Top End. DGE is the ideal location to base yourself for your touring experience or to laze by our resort style pool.. The choice is yours!
With so much to see and do, we highly recommend hiring a car. Return transfers can be arranged for those without a car. Plea
Visit Wangi Falls and experience this mighty waterfall. Dry season swimming may be available. Take walk around the escarpment or cool off in the tranquil waterhole.
Hosts Tip: Arrive Early to avoid crowds
Located a 5 minute drive from Florence Falls, Buley Rockpools can provide the most exhilarating natural spa experience in The Top End.
Hosts Tip: The deeper pools are found in the middle of the formations.
Take a walk down the Shady Creek nature walk or attack the 135 steps down to Florence Falls. Refresh yourself in the Rockpool and take a swim out to the waterfall.
Hosts Tip: Steps down and Shady Creek Walk back to the carpark.
This collection of towering, weathered sandstone monoliths consists of a number of formations that are fantastically-shaped, conjuring up imagery from a long-lost civilisation from which they derive their name.
Enjoy a leisurely walk around.
Hosts Tip: Arrive early to avoid crowds for some private pics!
Originally Blyth Homestead was built on a property neighbouring Stapleton Station, located about 40km east over the Tabletop Plateau, near Adelaide River township.
Step back in the time and experience the pioneering spirit of the Sargent Family and their restored homestead.
Hosts Tip: A perfect rustic destination for true photography.
Walk the 1.4 kilometres through the open valley lined with paperbarks to relax in the plunge pool at the base of the falls. Enjoy the stunning views, sit down to a picnic lunch or take a refreshing dip in the clear waters beneath the falls.
Hosts Tip: 4WD River Crossing Required: Do not cross the river crossing if water levels exceed 0.5 of a metre.
After a nice drive along the beach, find a secluded spot and enjoy a picnic or a walk along one of the Territory's hidden treasures.
Hosts Tip: Do not enter the water as crocodiles may be present.
As this beach is accessible via 4WD only, you will beat the crowds and may have the beach to yourself for that perfect moment.
Hosts Tip: Carry additional water.
Pay visit to the resting site of Milady. On 17th January 1945, a B24 Liberator Bomber which completed its mission and on return to Darwin crashed, killing all 6 people onboard.
Hosts Tip: Find out about more historic WWII sites from your hosts.
Experience the diversity of Australia's largest land based national park. Visit Ubirr rock art site to take a step back 50,000 years and learn about the cultural significance of the land. The hike lasting one hour will take you to the top of Ubirr offering views over the Arnhem Plateau.
Hosts Tip: Join an interactive walking tour lead by the Traditional Owners.
Visit Nourlangie rock art site and embark on a 30 minute walk through various art galleries. See fine examples of various types of art work including X Ray descriptive and contact art. Take a walk up to a lookout for spectacular views.
Hosts Tip: Join an interactive walking tour lead by the Traditional Owners.
Stop off at Mamukala for a superb view of the wetlands. With over 260 recorded species of birds living in Kakadu, be sure you take your binoculars or use the complimentary set at the bird viewing platform.
Hosts Tip: A must se destination in the wet season.
The township of Adelaide River is rich of history. Pay your respects to the 435 Commonwealth burials from the WWII. Stop off at the Adelaide River Inn on your return journey for an ice cold beer. Be sure you check out Buffalo Charlie (Croc Dundee) who has made his mark on the bar.
Hosts Tip: Spend some time to learn about the history of the war memorial.
Edith falls is located on the southern end of Nitmiluk National Park. Enjoy your picnic lunch on the grass followed by a nice walk to the top of the plateau to experience the best of Edith Falls.
Enjoy a swim before returning to the car.
Hosts Tip: Take at least two litres of water per person
The best spot in the Top End? We think so. This is where your hosts became engaged in 2019. This spot is not on the map and we want to keep it quiet!.
Your hosts will provide you directions prior to your day out.
Hosts Tip: A must see destination for any visit.
Learn about the history of this small town. Take a walk through the heritage precinct and learn about the history of gold mining in the territory. Visit Macey's cafe for one of the greatest mango smoothies you will taste.
Hosts Tip: Macey's Cafe smoothies are the absolute best
Fly along the Katherine River and be rewarded the the most amazing views of the gorge system. Fly over sections only visible from the air. Various tours are available from 8 minutes to 45 minute scenic flights.
Hosts Tip: The 18 minute flight will show you the best sites.
Take a 1, 2 or 3 gorge cruise experience along the Katherine River. During the wet season, you may experience the thrill of a jet boat ride which operates instead of the general cruise boats.
Hosts Tip: 2 gorge is great, 3 gorge is best!
The Arches are a great rock formation where the Douglas River passes through a series of rapids and the "Arches" into a lovely pool as it continues on its way to the Daly River.
Hosts Tip: Bandicoots, Quolls can be seen in the area.
A short walk from the car park, swim across the main pool towards the gorge. With a bit of climbing you will have the opportunity to swim throughout a number of gorges. This is a must see destination!
Hosts Tip: Leave your things in the car as you will get wet.
Situated a short drive from Adelaide River township, Robin Falls will provide a nice walk down to a small rock pool. As a weekend day trip destination for locals, there is a quaint spot for relaxation and rejuvination.
Hosts Tip: Stop off at the Adelaide River Inn for a cold pint on the way back!
Get up close and personal with nature on the best wildlife cruise in the Territory. Meet crocodiles, Jabiru's, Eagles and maybe see some water buffalo.
Hosts Tip: Replace this cruise with the Jumping Crocodile Cruise on the Adelaide River Nov - Apr.
100% owned and operated, Wetland View Top Centre is the perfect place to learn about local culture. The Adelaide River is one of eight rivers in the Top End which have large floodplains in their catchments. Learn about one of the rarest and most threatened land systems in the world. Experience fun, interactive displays along with a mini cinema room.
Hosts Tip: A great location for photos.
Walk 500 metres through monsoonal forrest to Casuarina nudist beach. Enjoy the golden sand beach stretching for over 1 km. Find a tree to lay under or take a walk along the beach.
Hosts Tip: Take adequate drinking water. We suggest 1 litre per person per hour.
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