Remote and undiscovered beauty

Arnhem Land is home to some of the most raw and untouched landscapes in Australia. Abundant in rich culture, history and boarded by stunning coastlines, it’s a place for you to experience the Top End like never before.


From West Arnhem and Maningrida to East Arnhem and Nhulunbuy, embark on fishing adventures, cultural tours and more while absorbing the extraordinary landscapes and wildlife. 


If you ever get the chance to visit Arnhem Land, we say grab it with both hands. Its isolation from the rest of the world means few travellers ever get to experience Arnhem Land's vibrant beauty. It’s one of the few truly undiscovered places in Australia, and perhaps the world.

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Top things to do in Arnhem Land

  • Celebrate Yolngu art and culture at the Garma Festival in August
  • Join a fishing charter with Groote Eylandt Sports Fishing and experience some of the best fishing grounds in the world
  • Get insights into Yolngu life on a 4WD adventure with Lirrwi Tourism 
  • Relax and unwind at the Banubanu Beach Retreat on Bremer Island
  • Explore Garig Gunak Barlu National Park on the Coburg Peninsula
  • Take a walk along historic Garanhan (Macassan Beach).
  • Local tip!

    Just 65kms out of Nhulunbuy you’ll find Gaparu (Memorial Park), a spectacular freshwater swimming spot. Do a day trip from Nhulunbuy or stay overnight at the nearby campground. 


    One of the best things about Gaparu is that the campground allows a maximum of five vehicles each night and all of these vehicles must belong to the same party. So if you’re heading to Arnhem Land book in advance and you’re almost guaranteed to get the place all to yourself!

  • What not to miss?

    Make sure you check out one of the many Aboriginal art centres throughout Arnhem Land. 


    Keep an eye out for:

    • Injalak - Gunbalanya
    • Maningrida Arts and Culture - Maningrida 
    • Elcho Island Arts - Galiwin’ku
    • Buku-Larrnggay Mulka Centre - Yirrkala

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