Peninsula Way to Dundee Beach

Connection to country

Locals consider The Peninsula Way as their best-kept secret; the perfect getaway for a weekend of relaxing by a spring fed creek, saluting a sunset on an isolated beach or hauling in a big fish within cooee of the pub. The Peninsula Way spoils action lovers for choice with fishing charters and four-wheel drive adventures. It is easy to spend a few days or more exploring The Peninsula Way.

It provides a northern entrance to Litchfield National Park which can also be accessed via the southern 2WD entrance via Batchelor.

Litchfield National Park is set to grow by 20 per cent with the NT government has purchasing Silkwood, a 30,000-hectare parcel of land that borders Litchfield's south-east boundary. For details when the park extension will be open visit nt.gov.au/parks/findapark/litchfieldnationalpark

Adventure the way you want it

Berry Springs

Berry Springs Nature Park located just 48km south of Darwin is a favourite relaxation spot for locals and visitors alike. With two large spring-fed pools and a small waterfall fringed by pandanus and monsoon rainforest make for an ideal spot for leisurely barbecues, swimming and walking.

Curious creatures and wildlife

Berry Springs is also the home of the world acclaimed Territory Wildlife Park, nestled on 400 hectares of natural bushland and

showcasing the wildlife of Northern Australia in their natural habitats. There are six kilometres of walking trails and a free shuttle train to link the 26 major exhibits. Allow at least four hours to explore the park. Presentations, encounters and displays start from 9.40am daily. Pedal carts and bikes are are available for hire.

Fishing

Dundee Beach and Crab Claw Island

This relaxed coastal town and popular fishing

spot is 138km south-west of Darwin and a popular weekend destination for Top End locals. Fishing, boating and long walks at sunset are just some of the activities to enjoy here. Call into Crab Claw Island on the way for fishing, food and accommodation.

Mandorah

The beachside locality of Mandorah is near the Peninsula’s tip. Within easy access of Darwin, either by a 20-minute ferry trip from Cullen Bay, or 120km along the Cox Peninsula Road. There are excellent beach, creek and blue water fishing spots with convenient boat ramp access at Mandorah.