Australian SunAccommodations & Holidays in Darwin Australia

Darwin is the capital city of the Northern Territory, Australia. It is located at Timor Sea and has developed from a pioneer outpost and small port into one of the most modern and cosmopolitan cities of Australia. Everywhere in the city are settled luxurious hotels and vacation rentals which offer excellent accommodations to the many tourists who spend holidays and take tours in the region. Its proximity to Asia makes it an important gateway to countries such as Indonesia and East Timor.

Darwin is built on a rocky area overlooking the harbor, flanked by Frances Bay to east and Cullen Bay to west. The entire region features many tourist attractions and recreational resorts dotted with accommodation estates, long beaches and excellent fishing spots.

Australian SunAustralian Tourist Attractions in Darwin

Darwin has many kilometers of wide beaches, from which the most renowned are Casuarina Beach and Mindil Beach. A part of Casuarina Beach is a nudist area since 1976. Close to this stretches of sand can be found lodging in a few very good resorts and holiday properties.

Swimming in Timor Sea between October and May is advisable to be avoided due to the presence of deadly jellyfish. Saltwater crocodile are very common in all waterways surrounding Darwin and can be found occasionally swimming in the harbor and even enjoying the sun on the local beaches!

Fishing is one of the main attractions for local people and vacationers alike. Tourists from all over the world take fishing tours in Darwin and dreaming on catching large size barramundi, a renowned fish in the region. Mary River, Daly River, South and East Alligator River are a few premier holiday spots where lives barramundi.

Sea fishing is also a favorite activity off the coasts of Darwin. Spanish mackerel, snapper and other varieties are plentiful in the area. Lake Alexander is a man-made lake, features also great fishing sites and on its banks are settled rental properties and other lodging estates with provide excellent accommodation amenities and cost effective vacation deals.


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