The Tiwi Islands consist of Bathurst Island and Melville Island. Both islands are situated approximately 80km north of Darwin and are home to the Tiwi Aboriginal people.
In 1911 Nguiu, which is the main settlement on Bathurst Island was founded as a Catholic mission. There are tours over to Nguiu from Darwin which includes your flights, visit to several catholic missions and the unique burial grounds with carved wooden headstones, swimming, tea and lots more. Bathurst Island is also where the majority of the Tiwi live, heading back to Melville only once a year for a few weeks. The main settlements on Melville Island are Milikapiti and Pularumpi, and a visit to Melville is incorporated into many tours to the islands. A tour is probably the best way to see the islands and you don't have to worry about permits.
Purchase this DVD that showcases this unique part of Australia. Includes footage of Kakadu, with its lush rivers, billabongs and wetlands. Yellow Waters, Twin and Jim Jim Falls. The mysterious paintings of ancient Aboriginal artists including Arnhem Land at Ubirr and Nourlangie Rock.
Visit Litchfield National Park, Katherine Gorge and the warm waters of Mataranka Thermal Pool, plus the sandstone shapes in the Lost City near Cape Crawford.
Experience Darwin, the capital of Australia's Tropical North with it's many attractions. Learn about Alice Springs, where legendary tales of the Royal Flying Doctor Service and the Old Telegraph Station can be heard. The MacDonnell Ranges, Standley Chasm and Glen Helen Gorge, Uluru (Ayers Rock) and the magnificent domes of Kata Tjuta ( The Olgas ) also feature.
