Darwin is the base for the spectacular World Heritage Kakadu National Park, the magnificent waterfalls at Litchfield National Park, the Tiwi Islands and the Arnhem Land Aboriginal Reserve. Darwin enjoys a warm tropical climate all year. The dry season (May to November) is the cooler time of the year in the 'Top End' allow for excellent outdoor activities like the Mindil Beach Markets.
This YHA backpackers hostel offers a large swimming pool surrounded by sun lounges, a games room, fresh open-air kitchen and dining facilities and a spacious sundeck. Perfect for backpackers, the rooms are air-conditioned and all have security lockers and wash basins.
Facilities:
Airconditioning, Barbeque, Courtesy Bus, Games room, Internet/E-mail, Parking, Reading room, Swimming Pool, Television, Tourdesk
Getting there:
Bus: Greyhound/McCafferty's terminal is located next door to the hostel.
Train: Train services to Alice Springs.
Plane: 15 km to airport. Free airport shuttle bus direct to hostel if secured reservation is made.
Rates:
3 nights accommodation (4-share)
One-way airport transfer
3 breakfasts
Darwin information kit
$125.00
4 nights accommodation (4-share)
One-way airport transfer
4 breakfasts
Darwin information kit
$157.00
If you do not hold an annual YHA or Hostelling International membership card when checking in, an introductory membership fee of $3.50 per night per person will be charged.