Welcome to Arnhem Land
Arnhem Land borders Kakadu National Park in the north-east of the Northern Territory. This vast area is Aboriginal-owned land, and traditional Yolngu Aboriginal culture here remains largely intact. Arnhem Land’s scenery is stunningly beautiful and diverse, with rugged coastlines, remote islands, monsoon rainforests, towering escarpments, savannah woodlands and rivers teeming with fish.
Visit in August to experience Australia’s leading Indigenous cultural exchange at the Garma Festival, embark on a safari at Mt Borradaile staying in an eco-lodge, explore the white sand and turquoise coastline of East Arnhem Land or go on a four-wheel driving adventure through the Coburg Peninsula. Arnhem Land offers world-class nature and culture: guests can experience relaxation, arts, pristine beaches, fishing, camping or sampling local bush foods.
Access: The Traditional Owners welcome visitors to Arnhem Land, however all visitors require a permit to enter, which the many tours departing from Darwin will arrange. Self-drivers will need a high clearance 4WD vehicle.
To explore Nhulunbuy and East Arnhem Land, there are also flights into Gove Airport with Air North and car rental is available at the airport.
Top things to do:
- Experience the Garma Festival
- Stay at BanuBanu Eco Island Retreat or Davidsons Arnhem Land Safari Lodge
- Visit the Buku-Larrnggay Mulka Art Centre or Injalak Arts Centre
- Go fishing at the Coburg Peninsula
Climate and weather: Season | Min/max temperature range °C | Min/max temperature range °F |
|---|---|---|
| The Dry (May - October) | 21 - 30°C | 70 - 86°F |
| Tropical Summer (November - April) | 25 - 32°C | 77 - 90°F |
