The best desert camping in Northern Territory

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Swag Inn is your go-to website for camping in Australia's Northern Territory, specifically if you're looking to explore the desert terrain. With 17 options available in the Northern Territory that cater to desert camping, you're sure to find the perfect spot for your adventure. Whether you prefer the convenience of Swag Inn (20 reviews), the proximity to Kakadu National Park at Camp Bundaleer on Kakadu Doorstep (8 reviews), or the rustic charm of Natural NT Bush Camp (1 review), there's something for everyone. Plus, you can enjoy popular facilities like potable water, pet-friendly sites, and the joy of gathering around a campfire. With an average price per night of $40 and options as low as $25, Hipcamp offers affordable camping experiences. So, pack your bags and get ready to embark on your desert camping escapade in the Northern Territory!

98% (100) 6 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Northern Territory

Swag Inn

1. Swag Inn

100%
(101)
4 sites · Tents, RVs · Ross, NT
Our backyard campsite is only 9 km from the centre of Alice Springs. Its located in a rural/urban setting. Alice Springs is as famous for the personality of its locals and contemporary and traditional art as the natural wonders, including the stunning Larapinta Trail and the MacDonnell Ranges, which surround it. The Swag Inn camping spot has access to an outdoor shower and toilet and laundry sink. Enjoy the view of the ranges and the amazing stars in the desert night sky from your campsite. Listen to the bird calls and enjoy the peace. Campers are welcome to enjoy the BBQ Firepit and firewood, within local restrictions. Around town, there are numerous sites of historical significance to the region’s settler history, including the Old Telegraph Station Reserve, which marks the town’s important role as the mid-point of the 19th-century telegraph line running from Adelaide to Darwin. There are great places to eat and drink, with great views.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Showers
from 
AU$55
 / night
Athelle Outback Hideaway

2. Athelle Outback Hideaway

100%
(1)
150 sites · Tents, RVs · Ti Tree, NT
Athelle Outback Hideaway is a famous Australian Outback tourist destination, steeped in the rugged beauty of Central Australia. Only a short 28km drive from the Stuart Highway, the farmland’s unique charm lies in its harmonious blend of modern amenities, with a deep respect for the land’s Indigenous heritage. Today Athelle Outback Hideaway stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of the Australia Outback. Welcoming visitors from around the globe, it is easy to become immersed in the untamed splendor and unwind amidst the boundless horizon.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from 
AU$43
 / night
Camp Bundaleer on Kakadu Doorstep

3. Camp Bundaleer on Kakadu Doorstep

97%
(17)
5 sites · RVs · Marrakai, NT
Welcome to the Top End! Just 10 minutes from the famous Adelaide river jumping crocodiles and 15 minutes from the enormous Mt Bundy wild rice granite rock carvings. This is a secluded bush camp set amongst the trees with a fire pit, for self-contained campers only (who bring their own camping toilet/shower amenities). We are located on the Arnhem Hwy half way between Darwin and Kakadu National Park. Enjoy designated walking tracks, animal feeding, see native wildlife and birds. Relax as you watch amazing sunsets. This campsite is dog friendly. You must be self-contained. We are conveniently located just a short 9km drive from fuel and basic supplies.
Pets
from 
AU$31
 / night

Swag Inn is your go-to website for camping in Australia's Northern Territory, specifically if you're looking to explore the desert terrain. With 17 options available in the Northern Territory that cater to desert camping, you're sure to find the perfect spot for your adventure. Whether you prefer the convenience of Swag Inn (20 reviews), the proximity to Kakadu National Park at Camp Bundaleer on Kakadu Doorstep (8 reviews), or the rustic charm of Natural NT Bush Camp (1 review), there's something for everyone. Plus, you can enjoy popular facilities like potable water, pet-friendly sites, and the joy of gathering around a campfire. With an average price per night of $40 and options as low as $25, Hipcamp offers affordable camping experiences. So, pack your bags and get ready to embark on your desert camping escapade in the Northern Territory!

98% (100) 6 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Northern Territory

Swag Inn

1. Swag Inn

100%
(101)
4 sites · Tents, RVs · Ross, NT
Our backyard campsite is only 9 km from the centre of Alice Springs. Its located in a rural/urban setting. Alice Springs is as famous for the personality of its locals and contemporary and traditional art as the natural wonders, including the stunning Larapinta Trail and the MacDonnell Ranges, which surround it. The Swag Inn camping spot has access to an outdoor shower and toilet and laundry sink. Enjoy the view of the ranges and the amazing stars in the desert night sky from your campsite. Listen to the bird calls and enjoy the peace. Campers are welcome to enjoy the BBQ Firepit and firewood, within local restrictions. Around town, there are numerous sites of historical significance to the region’s settler history, including the Old Telegraph Station Reserve, which marks the town’s important role as the mid-point of the 19th-century telegraph line running from Adelaide to Darwin. There are great places to eat and drink, with great views.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Showers
from 
AU$55
 / night
Athelle Outback Hideaway

2. Athelle Outback Hideaway

100%
(1)
150 sites · Tents, RVs · Ti Tree, NT
Athelle Outback Hideaway is a famous Australian Outback tourist destination, steeped in the rugged beauty of Central Australia. Only a short 28km drive from the Stuart Highway, the farmland’s unique charm lies in its harmonious blend of modern amenities, with a deep respect for the land’s Indigenous heritage. Today Athelle Outback Hideaway stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of the Australia Outback. Welcoming visitors from around the globe, it is easy to become immersed in the untamed splendor and unwind amidst the boundless horizon.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from 
AU$43
 / night
Camp Bundaleer on Kakadu Doorstep

3. Camp Bundaleer on Kakadu Doorstep

97%
(17)
5 sites · RVs · Marrakai, NT
Welcome to the Top End! Just 10 minutes from the famous Adelaide river jumping crocodiles and 15 minutes from the enormous Mt Bundy wild rice granite rock carvings. This is a secluded bush camp set amongst the trees with a fire pit, for self-contained campers only (who bring their own camping toilet/shower amenities). We are located on the Arnhem Hwy half way between Darwin and Kakadu National Park. Enjoy designated walking tracks, animal feeding, see native wildlife and birds. Relax as you watch amazing sunsets. This campsite is dog friendly. You must be self-contained. We are conveniently located just a short 9km drive from fuel and basic supplies.
Pets
from 
AU$31
 / night

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