Territory Wildlife Park

The Territory Wildlife Park, on the Cox Peninsula Road at Berry Springs about an hour south of Darwin, is one of the Top End's premier nature attractions. Set across extensive natural bushland, it showcases the region's remarkable wildlife and habitats — from a walk-through aviary and an aquarium to monsoon forest, wetlands and an array of native animals.

The appeal is that combination of immersive, naturalistic enclosures and genuine variety: barramundi and freshwater life in the aquarium, birds of prey displays, nocturnal animals, reptiles and the chance to explore the Territory's distinct ecosystems on foot or by the park shuttle. It's an engaging, family-friendly day out that brings the Top End's nature to life.

With a 4.6 rating from more than 1,600 reviews, it's a much-loved destination. Admission, opening hours, animal presentations and shuttle services vary, and it's a large site that takes time to explore, so it's worth checking current details before you go — and allowing a good few hours, plus sun protection, water and insect repellent for a day out in the bushland.