Blessed with abundant natural beauty, the Northern Territory's Top End is a haven for nature lovers and those with a sense of adventure alike. And with over 1.4 million square kilometres of lush untouched landscape to explore, visitors to the region won't be disappointed. www.australiasoutback.com

Covering more than 292,000 hectares, Nitmiluk National Park is located north-east of Katherine. Nitmiluk is home to the spectacular Katherine Gorge, a series of 13 sandstone gorges carved over a billion years by the Katherine River. The impressive gorge walls and white sandy beaches can be explored on foot, by canoe or on a cruise and are stunning from the air on a scenic helicopter flight. It is a haven for nature lovers, with its rugged landscapes, dramatic waterfalls and lush gorges providing an abundance of flora and fauna.

The Katherine area hosts a variety of events every year. The Katherine region has many festivals throughout the year that showcase the culture and characters of the area. There are annual art and craft festivals lasting the whole weekend and outback events such as camp drafts and rodeos.