Darwin is the capital of the Northern Territory, situated on the far north-western south coastline to the Southern Ocean. Darwin is a thriving, prosperous and modern city with a year-round tropical climate and friendly locals. It boasts lively bars, pubs and good restaurants and cafe's around the Wharf Precinct. Litchfield National Park is two hours drive from Darwin and give a true taste of the "Top End" with spectacular waterfalls, beautiful and safe swimming holes, rainforest and varied bush walks. Or, journey to Katherine or the Kakadu National Park to enjoy the magnificent wet land and rainforest scenery.