Arnhem Land

Immerse yourself in the untamed wilderness and vast panoramas of Arnhem Land. This spectacular ancient land exists now as it has since time immemorial.

Arnhem Land is a unique expanse that stretches over 97,000 square kilometres. This land is rich in Aboriginal culture, breathtaking scenery and rare wildlife. Bound by rugged coastline and the Arafura Sea, the warm tropical waters provide some of the best fishing in the world.

Explore secluded beaches and craggy rockpools. Weave through savannah woodlands that have nurtured 60,000 years of Aboriginal knowledge and customs, and hike through incredible stone country. Be rewarded with views of sweeping floodplains that burst with colour and a wealth of flora and fauna.

Arnhem Land is a tapestry of magnificent landscapes – prolific in untouched beauty, and authentic, awe-inspiring experiences.

Things to see & do in Arnhem Land

Inspiration for your Arnhem Land trip

Local tips: Darwin to Injalak Hill road trip

For the adventurer, the best way to explore the Northern Territory is on a road trip. Starting from the lively city of Darwin, your destination is the sacred Injalak Hill in West Arnhem Land. In between you'll experience ancient rock art galleries of Arnhem Land and Kakadu National Park.

How to get your own Territory experience. For Real. (hint: it’s not on your screen)

Gripped by the Territory streaming on your screen? Now you want your own Territory adventure, right? Territory (the series) was filmed on locations across the Top End. Here’s how you can see the best of the Territory. For Real.

Arnhem Land: 6 best Aboriginal experiences

Have you heard of Arnhem Land? Could you find it on a map? It’s pretty remote, we know. What about East Arnhem Land? Remoter still. But the truth is, East Arnhem Land and the Gulf Country are little-known secret treasures of the Territory. We know it’s not easy to get there. But it’s worth the effort, trust us.

Top 10 things to do in Arnhem Land

Experience ancient Aboriginal culture, dramatic landscapes and true Australian wilderness in Arnhem Land, one of the least inhabited regions of the world. Here are 10 things to do in this remote 90,000 square kilometre reserve to Darwin’s east.

A local’s bucket list for Nhulunbuy

When you connect with East Arnhem Land’s vast untouched wilderness and ancient Aboriginal culture, you’ll uncover a part of Australia you probably didn’t know existed.

Top 5 ways to discover East Arnhem Land

Arnhem Land is home to one of the world’s oldest living cultures – found in the far flung north-eastern region of the Northern Territory.

The ultimate Arnhem Land accommodation guide

Arnhem Land, spanning 100,000 square kilometres, is a sprawling wilderness bigger than the combined area of Belgium and the Netherlands. It remains one of Australia’s most untouched and diverse areas, with a variety of stunning landscapes and accommodation options.

Arnhem Way 7-day drive itinerary

Considered one of Australia’s last unspoilt areas, Arnhem Land is just waiting for you to discover. The Central Arnhem Road starts 50km south of Katherine and finishes in Nhulunbuy on the Gove Peninsula.

Things to see & do in Arnhem Land

Nhulunbuy/Gove

East Arnhem Land

West Arnhem Land

Groote Eylandt Lodge

Banubanu Beach Retreat

Cobourg Coastal Camp

Davidsons Arnhemland Safari Lodge

Fishing in Arnhem Land

Camping & 4WD