Car Rental in Northern Territory
Car rental in Northern Territory is easy with Central car hire Australia. There are several car hire companies that can meet your Northern Territory car hire requirements. You’ll be able to compare cheap car rental in Northern Territory with Avis, Budget, Hertz, Europcar and Thrifty. Whether you’re just passing through or staying a while, we’ll provide you with Northern Territory car hire that is readily available throughout the State.
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Flying into Darwin? No dramas, you pick up and drop off your car rental at Darwin airport or any of the Airport car hire locations throughout Northern Territory.
About the Northern Territory
Northern Territory is a federal territory of Australia and home to around 212,500 people, of which (50%) live in the capital city being Darwin. It occupies much of the center of the Australian mainland, as well as the central northern regions of Australia. Today, Darwin is well known for its harbour, multiculturalism and as one of Australia's most modern capitals. When driving around try to visit Casuarina Beach. It’s one of the only places in Australia where it can be literally freezing in one city and half-way to boiling point in another. You also have a contrast in locations, from the lazy capital of Darwin to the raw earthly beauty of Uluru or the crocodile infested Kakadu and Arnhem land, to the brown desert landscapes which make this spiritual place and must see tourist destination.
Driving to Northern Territory
If you are not flying into Darwin or one of the other regional airports, driving there will take a long time from most places in Australia. Cairns to Darwin and is a distance of 2,609 kilometres the majority of which is driven on the Pacific Highway. Make sure you stop regularly to take in the sites and talk to the locals and give yourself plenty of time. Driving from Darwin to Alice Springs is slightly shorter at around 1,498 kilometres and should take around seventeen and a half hours, along the Stuart Highway.
Exploring the Northern Territory
Experience the world heritage listed Kakadu National Park, which is truly an ecological treasure. It’s about 3 hours drive from Darwin and is over 20,0000 square kilometres in size. This tropical climate produces rich wetlands, thundering waterfalls and wild rainforests, it is simply nature at its best. Rent a car and drive to Alice Springs and see Uluru (Ayers Rock) or Kata Tjuta (The Olgas). Explore the Red Centre and discover that it’s the heart of Australia. It’s completely different to the top end, it’s remote and often harsh. It possesses the arid beauty of its endless plains and monuments of nature, such as the spectacular Uluru (Ayres Rock), Mount Olga and the MacDonnell Ranges. The Northern Territory is not just a great place to see and easy to drive, but a total outback experience.
Things to do in the Northern Territory
We try to make your car hire experience as simple and easy as possible. We’re not just about cheap car rental in NT, we want to ensure your trip to NT is something to remember. So we’ve put together some of the top things to do in the NT: Kakadu National Park This World Heritage-listed national park is internationally famous for the breathtaking natural beauty of its wetlands and spectacular waterfalls as well as its more than 50 000-year-old Aboriginal cultural heritage. The park has a diverse number of plants and animals that truly must be seen to be believed.
Crocodylus Park: Take a guided tour and see crocodiles feed. You can learn about crocodiles from some of the worlds best researches. Feel the softness of a young crocodiles skin, and have your photograph taken holding a crocodile.
Edith Falls: Edith Falls is a beautiful located in Nitmiluk National Park. You’ll find a beautiful natural pool at the base of the falls, that is safe for swimming all year round. There are also some great scenic bush surrounds, which are ideal bushwalking or an idyllic spot of camping. Katherine Springs: Located in Katherine, you’ll find a perfect place to unwind and relax in these natural thermal springs. They’re located on the banks of the Katherine river, whereby you can relax and take in the wonderful scenery.
Cutta Cutta Caves: Experience a natural wonder that formed millions of years ago. These tropical limestone caves, are located about 30 kilometres from Katherine. These unique formations are located about 15 metres below the surface and are home to rare native wildlife.
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Northern Territory Car Hire Locations
If you are travelling to NT be it business or pleasure and need car rental, Central car hire offers you the easiest way to rent a car in NT. We can provide you with car hire in NT at the following locations: