If you are after something a little different that allows you to see picturesque escarpments, river systems, waterfalls and outback Australia, then heading west from Katherine to explore Victoria River the Victoria River region is where you need to be. The Savannah Way travels Savannah Way all the way East to West from Cairns in Queensland to Broome in Western Australia (or vice-versa). Pick up the route from Katherine and travel through 5 Day itinerary to Keep River National Park for the best short drive getaway.
Victoria River, Katherine region. Tourism NT/Shaana McNaught DAY 4 and 5
Keep River National Park Bullo River Station. Tourism NT/Katherine Morrow Continue heading west to explore the Keep River National Park. One of the Northern Territory’s best kept secrets (just 3km east of the NT/WA border). Keep River National Park has a rich Aboriginal Culture with ancient rock art sites to explore, phenomenal land formations and a large diversity of birdlife. There are plenty of local walks to choose from to explore the park at your own leisure. Some tracks do require 4WD vehicles, most tracks however are 2WD and are well sign posted.
Food and drink: Pack a picnic from Katherine. Victoria River Roadhouse, Timber Creek Aboriginal Rock Art, Keep River National Park. Tourism NT/Crocosaurus Cove Accommodation: Victoria River Roadhouse, NT Keep River National Park. Parks campgrounds, Timber Creek Tourism NT/Shaana McNaught Tours and activities: Fishing, Birdwatching, bushwalking, Aboriginal Rock Art, Gregory’s Tree, DAY 1 DAY 2 and 3 Old Victoria River Crossing
Katherine to Victoria River Timber Creek region Timber Creek may be a small town Optional add on: Just a short two and a half in the Top End, but it sure has plenty Bullo River Station hours drive from Katherine is to see and do with and without a the Victoria River Roadhouse. 4WD. Take on some short walks along If you prefer to break the journey up and stay in Plan to do at least one of the escarpments and view significant walks such as Escarpment Walk a bit more comfort, try Bullo River Station. A or the Joe Creek Picnic Area Aboriginal rock art. The wildlife and working cattle station that invites people to see and Nawulbinbin Walk, both are birdlife are prolific in this area as well what life is really like working off the land. This moderate walks with a few steep as the strong connection to WWII. place will exceed all expectations and you will be sections – but well worth it. spoilt with unique and authentic experiences. There For the adventurous, take on the are remote waterholes, helicopter scenic flights, There are some great AWD land Bullita Stock Route. This track private picnic spots and much more. base fishing spots to maybe requires a 4WD and spare off-road even snag yourself a Barra. Be equipment. Please check with sure to ask at the Victoria River local authorities for updated road Roadhouse for more information. conditions. And don’t forget to register for Million Dollar Fish - just in Katherine Stuart Hwy case you snag a prize winning Barramundi. Keep River Northern Territory – Australia National Park Bullo River Station @NTaustralia Victoria Hwy Victoria River @NT_Australia Timber Creek Roadhouse Visit northernterritory.com #NTaustralia