Katherine

Katherine is a town situated 320 kilometres (200 mi) southeast of Darwin in the "Top End" of the Northern Territory, Australia.

It is a relatively remote destination with abundant waterways including gorges, rivers waterfalls and the ocean. It's these characteristics that attract an influx of adventure seekers all year round.

Its most well-known watercourse is the Katherine River, which flows through the famous Katherine Gorge. The Gorge, 30km from the town of Katherine, within the Nitmiluk National Park, is actually 13 separate gorges connected over a stretch of 12km by rapids and rocky terrain.

This is an adventure playground for visitors who canoe, camp, bushwalk, and helicopter their way around the Park. Further downstream, extended canoe trips with overnight camping in the peaceful bush is the best way to experience the Katherine River - a serene water way that supports a rich eco-system of native animals and birds.

The best way to get around Katherine is by car as most of the attractions of Katherine are not within walking distance of the town centre. This really leaves car (private or hire) or an organised tour as the only ways to get around. The roads to all the major attractions are sealed but subject to flooding during the Wet Season.