AAT "Wet Season" Madness - $149 Kakadu's - SAVE a HUGE $50 on an AAT Kings 1 Day Kakadu tour. Spend time at Nourlangie Rock, have a buffet lunch at Cooinda and cruise the iconic Yellow Waters. MORE>
AAT "Wet Season" Madness - $110 Litchfield's - SAVE a WORTHY $19 on an AAT Kings 1 Day Litchfield tour. Swim at Florence Falls & Wangi Falls, visit Tolmer Falls & the Termite Mounds, includes LUNCH MORE>
AAT $99 1 Day West Macs SPECIAL - Travel with AAT Kings on a full day West Macs tour until 31 March 2010 at the special "one off, never again" price of $99 per person Save a BIG $19! MORE>
APT 3 day Uluru - SAVE 15% - Save 15% off this 3 day (budget)accommodated APT departure. Book by Apr 30th - travel before Jun 30th MORE>
6 day Barramundi Mothership Safari - 4 seats left on this barramundi run off safari. Stay on the water at the heart of the action on the Barra Botel. Departs Mar 30th. MORE>
AAH $49 Darwin City Sights SPECIAL - SAVE $15 on our City Sights. View Darwin's main attractions & learn about our vibrant city. Spend the afternoon exploring in airconditioned comfort! MORE>
4 day Red Centre safari. 10% off - Save on this 4 day Ultimate Dreamtime Safari. MORE>
15 % 13 Day Kimberley 4WD Safari - Save $$$ on this fantastic small group camping safari. Travel in May, Sept. & Oct. Minimum booking is 2 persons & not valid with any other discount. MORE>
AAH 2 Day Kakadu Hotel SPECIAL - Save up to $100 on our 2 Day Kakadu Highlights. Visit Ubirr Rock, Yellow Waters, Kakadu Culture Camp & Maguk. Hotel option only. Conditions apply. MORE>
1/2 Day Fishing for just $120! - Hook up a prize Jewie or Snapper whilst you enjoy a delicous 'Territory' BBQ with Prawns and Croc Burgers! Check out our SPECIAL rate days! MORE>
The Ghan - Gold Service $300 FREE TRAVEL - Receive $300 in FREE TRAVEL when you book The GHAN Gold Service from Darwin to Alice Springs or v.v Travel between 01/11/09 and 30/04/10 MORE>
West MacDonnell Ranges - Experience the magnificant grandure of the West MacDonnell Ranges. SAVE $17 on this day trip departing from Alice Springs.. MORE>
AAT ''Wet Season'' Madness - $149 Katherine's - SAVE a HUGE $50 on an AAT Kings 1 Day Katherine tour. Visit Edith Falls, have lunch at the Nitmiluk Centre and cruise spectacular Katherine gorge. MORE>
Nitmiluk Chalet Value Stay - Stay in the Nitmiluk Chalets between now and the 31st of March and recieve a FREE bottle of champagne! MORE>
APT 2 day Kakadu tour - SAVE 15% - Save 15% on this (first class) accommodated APT departure. Enjoy the best of Kakadu. Book by Apr 30th - travel by June 30th (min two persons) MORE>
15% off 5 Day Top End Parks camping Safari - Save $$$ on this fantastic small group 4WD camping tour, travelling in May, Sept & Oct . Min. booking is 2 persons & not valid with any other offer. MORE>
5 day Barramundi Runoff Safari - 4 seats left on this barra safari. Enjoy the best of the run off. Mar 22 or April 15 departure MORE>
APT 3 day Uluru - SAVE 15% - Save 15% off this 3 day (standard)accommodated APT departure. Book by Apr 30th - travel before Jun 30th (min two persons) MORE>
Executive Studio by the Sea - ** Weekly Special ** Save $$$$......Book for 7 days pay for 5!! till 31 March 2010 MORE>
Outback Pioneer - Ayers Rock Resort - PAY 2 DAYS - STAY THIRD FOR FREE. Valid until March 31, 2010 MORE>
15 % off 10 day Kimberley 4WD safari - Save $$$$ on this small group Kimberley camping safari, travelling in May, Sept & Oct. Min. booking is 2 persons & not valid with any other offer. MORE>
Alice Springs Explorer day tour FREE - Book our Alice Explorer "Hop on Hop off" town tour and receive an extra day pass FREE. Plus SAVE $6 MORE>
Kakadu and Katherine Safari - Save $ 68 on this Kakadu and Katherine safari. Book Now. MORE>
Desert Gardens Hotel - Ayers Rock Resort - PAY 2 NIGHTS - STAY THIRD NIGHT FREE. Valid until Mar 31, 2010. MORE>
4 day Barra Runoff Safari - 4 seats left on this 4 day barra safari. Departs Mar 22 or 23rd or April 15th or 16th. MORE>
5 day Bluewater and Barra - Seats left on Mar 9-14, April 7-12, 24-29. Fishing at its best. Barra and bluewater. MORE>
AAT $179 1 Day Uluru SPECIAL - Travel in comfort with AAT Kings on a full day Ayers Rock Tour till 31 March at the special "one off" price of $179 per person Save a MASSIVE $50! MORE>
Twin Parks Spectacular - Stay at Nitmiluk Chalets for two nights and receive a scenic flight to Kakadu AND a cruise on Katherine Gorge. Includes up to two children FREE. MORE>
APT 1 Day Kakadu Yellow Water Special - Save 10% on our 1 day Kakadu tour. Take a guided walk at Nourlangie Art site and cruise the Yellow Water. Inc great buffet lunch MORE>
APT 1 Day Katherine Special - Save 10% on a 1 day tour to Katherine. Includes 2 hour Katherine gorge cruise, Edith Falls, Adelaide River WW 2 cemetery + great buffet lunch MORE>
FREE camel ride with The Rock Tour - Book our 3 day 'The Rock Tour' and receve ABSOLUTELY FREE a camel ride (ntstandby customers only). MORE>
AAH $79 Jumping Crocs SPECIAL - SAVE a BIG $20 on our Jumping Crocs tour. View the amazing crocodiles up close & personal on the Adelaie River with a 1 hour cruise in the afternoon. MORE>
Save on this Kakadu Litchfield Safari - Save 10% on this 3 day 4WD safari. Book Now. MORE>
AAT $59 City Sights SPECIAL - Travel with AAT Kings on a City Sights Tour until 31 March 2010 at the special "one off" price of $59 per person Save $14! Airconditioned comfort! MORE>
Aurora Kakadu Territorian Getaway - Territorian getaway package This package includes 2 night’s accommodation,FREE continental buffet breakfast, and a bottle of wine upon arrival. MORE>
The Ghan - Gold Service $300 FREE TRAVEL - Receive $300 in FREE TRAVEL when you book The GHAN Gold Service from Adelaide to Alice Springs or v.v Travel between 01/11/09 and 30/04/10 MORE>
AAT $99 1 Day Palm Valley SPECIAL - Travel with AAT Kings on a full day Palm Valley tour at the special "one off, never again" price of $98 per person Save a MASSIVE $58! MORE>
APT 1 day Kakadu with scenic flight - SAVE $40 on our 1 day Kakadu, including Yellow Water Cruise, Nourlangie and a 50 min scenic flight over Jim Jim and Twin Falls. Normally $405 now $365 MORE>
AAH $99 1 Day Litchfield SPECIAL - SAVE a HUGE $26 on our 1 Day Litchfield tour. Swim at Florence Falls, Buley & Wangi Falls, visit Tolmer Falls & the Termite Mounds, includes LUNCH! MORE>
AAT $349 1 Day Kakadu with Scenic Flight SPECIAL - SAVE $50 on AAT Kings Kakadu / Scenic Flight. Visit Nourlangie Rock, enjoy buffet lunch at Cooinda, cruise the iconic Yellow Waters & take to the air. MORE>
2 day 2 night Ultimate Fishing Adventure - Seats left on Mar 5-7, 26-28 and April 30 Fish at its best during the warm Months , with huge fish to be caught. MORE>
Wet Season Special - 3 night minimum - Queen room with stunning imported decor & superior finish throughout. MORE>
4 Night Fishing Extreme - Fish the Top End. 3 seats left on this departure on April 27th. $ 1860 per person. MORE>
Combine 2 Tours & Save!! - Are you active, are you fit, are you ready? Embark on our great kakadu camping safari combined with a litchfield tour & see 2 national parks in 4 days MORE>
APT 3 day Uluru - SAVE 15% - Save 15% off this 3 day (deluxe) accommodated APT departure. Book by Apr 30th - travel before Jun 30th (min two persons) MORE>
APT 3 day Uluru - SAVE 15% - Save 15% off this 3 day (first class)accommodated APT departure. Book by Apr 30th - travel before Jun 30th MORE>
APT 2 day Kakadu tour - SAVE 15% - Save 15% on this (standard) accommodated APT departure. Enjoy the best of Kakadu. Book by Apr 30th - travel by June 30th (min two persons) MORE>
2 Day Uluru Tour - 10% off - Save $ 43 on this 2 day Uluru Safari. Book now. MORE>
The Ghan - Gold Service $600 FREE TRAVEL - Receive $600 in FREE TRAVEL when you book The GHAN Gold Service from Darwin to Adelaide or v.v Travel between 01/11/09 and 30/04/10 MORE>
Combine 2 Tours & Save!! - Are you active, are you fit, are you ready? Embark on our great kakadu camping safari combined with a litchfield tour & see 2 national parks in 3 days MORE>
2 Nights Fishing for just $1060 - Still seats left on this world-class fishing experience. Fish for up to 30 different species. Departs April 15th, July 2th, July 9th. MORE>
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Welcome to ntstandby (launched October 12th, 2006). We are a Northern Territory tours and travel agency which specialises in offering great standby deals on Northern Territory tours, barramundi fishing, blue water fishing, 4WD hire, car hire, the Ghan and accommodation in the Northern Territory. Tours and travel locations that we cover include Darwin, Alice Springs, Uluru (Ayers Rock), Kings Canyon, Katu Tjuta, Kakadu, Litchfield, Katherine (Nitmiluk), Arnhemland, Tiwi Islands and more.
Darwin in the capital of the Northern Territory. Its rich, diverse history is dominated by Cyclone Tracey (which decimated the town on Christmas Day 1974) and the 1942 World War 2 bombing of Darwin. Quintessential Darwin tours and experiences include a sunset Darwin harbour cruise or Darwin harbour dinner cruise, Mindal Beach markets, the outdoor Darwin Deckchair Cinema or a blue water or barramundi fishing trip. The NT Museum and Art Gallery is also renowned. Crocodylus Park is just a (20 min) drive from the Darwin city. Darwin provides a great hub to travel to Kakadu , Litchfield National Park, Katherine, the Adelaide River Jumping Crocodile cruises, the Northern Territory Wildlife Park and more. Darwin tours and travel information >
Uluru
Uluru (also known as Ayers Rock) is Australia's most recognised natural wonder. Uluru stands at almost 350 metres high and has a circumference of over 9 kms. It is located 440 kms south-west of Alice Springs. Uluru is a unique and beautiful place, a World Heritage Area for both its cultural and natural values. Uluru is sacred and has great cultural significance to the Anangu traditional owners. Kata Tjuta (also known as The Olgas) is found 30 kms west of Uluru. It is a group of spectacular red domes (some over 500 metres high). Kata Tjuta is the Aboriginal name meaning 'many heads'. Uluru tours and Kata Tjuta tours are available from Ayers Rock Resort or Alice Springs.
Kakadu
Situated 250 km East of Darwin, Kakadu provides a variety of unique experiences. Boasting 280 species, or a third of Australia ’ s bird species, Kakadu is a haven for bird life, the Yellow Water Cruise providing an excellent opportunity for birds and crocodile spotting. Kakadu boasts outstanding opportunities to view Aboriginal Rock art, dating back up to 40,000 years ago. Aboriginal cultural tours and cruises are accessible from Kakadu. The South Alligator, East Alligator and Yellow Water billabong also provide an opportunity to catch the famed sportfish, the barramundi. Kakadu tours are available from Kakadu or Darwin. Self drive trips are also possible. Kakadu tours and travel information >
Alice Springs
Alice Springs. Central Australia ’ s historic and iconic outback town. Discover Alice Springs and its surrounds with a serene sunrise balloon flight, an exhilarating outback quad bike, a Harley or even a camel ride. Surrounding attractions include the Desert Park, School of the Air, Royal Flying Doctor, Standley Chasm, Simpsons Gap, Palm Valley and Chambers Pillar. Alice Springs offers an ideal base to visit Uluru, Kata Tjuta, Kings Canyon and the East and West MacDonnell Ranges. Half, one day or multiple day tours depart Alice Springs, alternatively hire a car or 4WD and self drive and experience Alice Springs and its surrounding natural wonders.
Litchfield
Dominated by waterfalls, Litchfield National Park provides outstanding opportunities to swim in the Northern Territories spectacular water holes and waterfalls. With its furthest point being 165 kms from Darwin, Litchfield provides an ideal day trip with a Litchfield tour or hire a car (or 4WD) for a self drive trip from Darwin. Litchfield boasts both excellent off road 4WD opportunities allowing you to 'get off the track' as well of offering easy access where you can literally step out of your bus/car and be a short walk to Buley or Wangi Falls. Some Litchfield tours incorporate a visit to the Adelaide River Jumping crocodiles cruise too. Longer trips can incorporate Kakadu and/or Katherine.
Nitmiluk
Nitmiluk National Park (Katherine Gorge) boasts a 13 gorge system which are accessible to the visitor. Opportunites to see Katherine Gorge include 2 hour, 4 hour and 8 hour cruises, half, full day and overnight canoeing trips. Spectacular helicopter flights can allow you to appreciate Nitmiluk by air or a variety of walks can take you the Southern or Northern Rock hole and beyond. The 4-5 day “ Jatbula Trail ” also allows an outstanding opportunity for the adventurer to experience the Top End and visit the remote and spectacular Biddlecombe, Crystal, 17 mile Falls and more. Multiple day canoeing trips on Katherine River are also available. One day Katherine Tours from Darwin are also available. Katherine tours and travel information >
Darwin Cruises
A Darwin harbour cruise is a must for anyone visiting Darwin. Enjoy a sunset cruise or an afternoon cruise on Darwin Harbour. A variety of Darwin harbour cruises are available, enjoy a renowned Darwin sunset and dinner cruise aboard the 'Alfred Nobel'' or the 'Cape Adieu''. Take in the sunset on a cruise aboard the restored schooner the "Tumlaren", or 'Starchaser, the stunning yacht. Or board 'Anniki' the pearl lugger, recently used for filming in the Baz Lurhmann epic "Australia". Exclusive catamarans, such as the 'City of Darwin' or sailing adventures aboard the 'Daymirri' are also available. The larger 'Spirit of Darwin' offers afternoon or sunset cruises. Darwin harbour sunset and dinner cruises >
The Ghan
The Ghan is a living legend. Board The Ghan in Adelaide, Darwin or Alice Springs and experience one of the most fascinating great train journeys of the world. The Ghan is the ultimate journey through the heart of the continent. Marvel at the spectacular Australian landscapes from fertile countryside surrounding Adelaide to the rusty hues of the Red Centre, on to the tropical splendour of the Top End.. Your choice of luxurious Gold Kangaroo cabins with comfort and fine dining. Red Kangaroo Sleepers and Red Kangaroo Day/Night seats are also available. Connections on the Indian Pacific are available from Sydney, Perth (or Melbourne). The Ghan train travel >