Darwin Travel Forum

Hi! Am planning a 10-day trip to Darwin with a family of 8 (from 2 yrs to 62 yrs old!) in late May. Have a few questions to ask:

1) The flight I intended to book will land in Darwin at 2.30am. Is it possible to get a rented car at that timing? Any car rental company to recommend?

2) Would like to book an apartment with cooking facilities as my mum is a vegetarian. Any recommendations?

3) Saw a few advices on Darwin's attractions :) Besides Darwin, any nearby places (like Kakadu or Katherine?) to visit? Preferably family friendly places.

Appreciate your advice!

Sharon

HI! Sharon:

Have a page on Darwin if you care to take a look and see if the tips are useful....

(You could also check out fellow VTer 1+1's)

I think Litchfield NP would be a better place for families.
Not that you can't do family vacations in Kakadu NP, but it is a rugged place so it tends to cater to adventure and great outdoor seekers better.

Check http://www.wotif.com and http://www.hotel-reservation-australia.com/hotels_darwin.asp for apartment choices at good prices.

Just my 2 cents worth.

Thanks Xuess, will check it out. I love the pictures in your homepage :)

Thanks Sharon. Have fun in the far north of Oz!

I arrived in Darwin at 4:00am and Europcar had their office open and waiting for me. I've never had an easier rental car experience than that one. I would highly recommend them.