Camping in Rum Jungle, NT, AU: 12 Best Campgrounds 2024

Australia
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Northern Territory
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Rum Jungle

98% (1133 reviews)

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Kick Back & Relax Campsite

4 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · Dundee Beach, NT

Located in the beautiful Dundee Beach, just 1.5 hours from Darwin we have an area that is suitable for self-contained caravans/motor homes & tents. There are no amenities and guests must be fully self contained with their own toilet/shower, a chemical toilet is a must. Maximum of 3 caravans or camper trailers but only one booking at a time so you will have plenty of space and privacy. This is a residential house size bush block with neighbours. Close to the beach where you can enjoy some fishing and beautiful sunsets. We are also 5 minutes from the Dundee boat ramp if you want to experience some offshore fishing. We have a fire pit available for guests to enjoy in the evenings. Please ensure there are no restrictions in place before lighting a fire. BYO firewood. Pets welcome! Children 12 and under are free. Maximum 15 people.

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Paperbark Farm, near Darwin

10 sites · RVs, Tents22 acres · Acacia Hills, NT

Stay at our secure and peaceful property, 50kms from Darwin city, just off the Stuart Hwy, and ideally located to explore this wonderful region. Pitch your tent or park your camper/caravan on level ground, with plenty of space to spread out. We also offer a self-contained cabin. We have 7 acres of beautiful Paperbark Forest often teeming with butterflies we recommend wondering through. Lots of visiting wildlife too, including wallabies and birdlife aplenty. In the neighbouring paddock is our two resident Water Buffalo, a very friendly mother and daughter pair. You're welcome to feed them carrots over the fence - they'll love you for it! Campers will have access to a shower and compost toilet (located in the self-contained cabin - which will not be occupied while we have campers here). The property is 40 minutes to Darwin city, just off the Stuart Hwy, and ideally located to be your base camp whilst you head out on day trips to the National Parks, popular tourist spot, Berry Springs Nature Park, Florence Falls, Buley Rockhole, Adelaide River, Noonamah tavern, and more. We're a family-friendly place to stay over, including your dog!

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Strangy's Place

6 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Virginia, NT

The weather is warm and the site behind our pool is a nice space to be! It is lovely to be in a space where you are the only camper! The tropical gardens provide privacy and abundant bird life. The property is safe and secluded in the rural suburb of Virginia. We are situated in the Darwin Rural area on 5 acres of bush land with tropical gardens and a saltwater swimming pool. There is a variety of bird life, lizards, frogs, and possums. You can feed our friendly butcher birds and King Fishers on the fly from our verandah or pool area. Sit with the fish pond and chat with the turtle who is very shy! We have dogs that live at the property so pets on application only. (we do have a dog cage available if required and can pet sit for a day if required ) If you are travelling with a horse, we have a stable, water trough and can activate an electric fence for a horse yard. (price on application) We have caravan sites for fully self-contained caravans and we now have a shower and toilet available. If you are travelling in a group, we can accommodate you in a large open area if your group would like to stay together. Each caravan site has its own fireplace for your use. Only 5 minutes from Palmerston, 25minutes from Darwin CBD. If you are looking for a local fishing tour we can hook you up with the locals as our neighbour runs Outback Fishing Tours. We have many fishing and crabbing locations close by on the Elizabeth River, Middle Arm or around Darwin Harbour. Need a driver for a night out in town, we can arrange that too! Local Fred's Pass Food and Craft Markets are open Saturday and Wednesday night.

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The Urban Retreat

10 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents5 acres · Darwin, NT

Darwin is the gateway to the amazing Kakadu National Park. There are many popular waterfront areas with several beaches and green areas like Bicentennial Park. While sightseeing, make sure you visit the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory, displaying Southeast Asian and Pacific art. For outdoor enthusiasts, there are some good fishing and mountain biking spots. We are located on a 5-acre block on the edge of town. The top 2 acres are laid out in a tropical garden setting, with the other 3 acres set out with native Darwin plants visited by lots of native animals and birds. You'll feel like you're a whole world away yet you will only be 2 minutes from the supermarket, 5 minutes from a large shopping centre, and 15 minutes from Darwin's CBD. We are a small boutique site and only have currently 3 sites on the 5 acres. Your site is private and you will be able to enjoy your stay without interference from others. IMPORTANT: Each site can accommodate 2 adults MAX. If you have 3 or 4 adults, you will need to book both sites. Please note Pool site is open all year round and has permanent cover. Other sites are dependant on weather and access.

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Berry Springs Park and Stay

18 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents25 acres · Berry Springs, NT

Nestled at the start of Coxpeninsula, this secluded camping spot is embraced by towering trees and wildlife, making it an ideal retreat for those yearning to immerse themselves in the unique beauty of the Northern Territory. Conveniently situated, our site provides easy access to nearby adventures (Territory Wildlife Park 9km), attractions (BerrySprings Nature Park 8km), and sites (Litchfield National Park 60Km). Positioned just 6km from two local taverns (Noonamah Steak House & BerrySprings Tavern), you can indulge in great dining experiences. Hidden on a private corner of a Berry Springs property, enjoy the convenience of a water tap at each site, and a communal picnic area equipped with tables and chairs. Plenty room for large rigs (sites 10x14m) and a large vehicle turnaround area. Benefit from a private electric gate entrance. Come, park, and stay – make our home your home. Other attractions nearby: Barramundi Adventures 12Km Batchelor Butterfly Farm 54Km Tumbling Waters 15Km Darwin River Tavern 18Km Woolworths 18Km I.G.A 6Km Puma, Ampol Fuel 6Km Hardwear Store 6Km

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Parson Springs Bush Stay

6 sites · RVs, Tents160 acres · Berry Springs, NT

Nestled in the scenic Berry Springs, NT - the Gateway to Litchfield! )ur campsite offers the perfect blend of tranquility and adventure. Located close to popular attractions such as Berry Springs Nature Park, Territory Wildlife Park, and the famous Berry Springs Pub, Litchfield Pub, our site is an ideal base for exploring the natural wonders and local highlights of the region. We're also situated at the gateway to Litchfield National Park, Crab Claw Island, and Dundee Beach. Fishing enthusiasts will appreciate our proximity to land-based fishing spots and two boat ramps, all within a 10-minute drive. Additionally, we are neighbours with Barramundi Adventures Darwin, the famous land-based fishing spot in Darwin (plus they have a bar within stumbling distance). Our campsite features ample privacy with spacious sites surrounded by natural bush, perfect for star gazing and bush walking. Each site is equipped with a sprinkler system to keep the dust at bay and a water tank for cleaning, drinking, and showering. Rest assured, your campsite is secure behind a coded pad-locked gate in a very safe region, allowing you to explore the surrounding tourist attractions worry-free, if you need to leave your belongings/van/trailer while you go on your adventure. Come and experience the beauty and serenity of Berry Springs Bush Retreat – your perfect getaway in the Northern Territory. We have three camping sites, one for tents and two for caravans/motorhomes/campertrailers. Campsites 1 and 2 are both are tucked into the bush and very private. Campsite 3 is the last on the road so is still private, but has a shallow bush round-about/pull through to camp in. Perfect for quick stop or terrible reversers :-) We are pet friendly too, but there is plenty of livestock nearby, so keeping your pet with you at all times is recommended. Within 10 Minutes from: - Barramundi Adventures Darwin (3 min) - Berry Springs Nature Park - Berry Springs Tavern - Litchfield Pub - Tumbling Waters - Southport Boat Ramp - Middle Arm Boat Ramp - Territory Wildlife Park About 1 hr from: - Darwin CBD (1 hr) - Litchfield National Park Waterfalls (1hr 15m) - Giant Termite Mounds Attraction - Batchelor / Butterfly Farm - Manton Dam (40 min) (skiing / wakeboarding / swimming / Barra fishing) - Lake Bennet (45 min) - Dundee Beach (1hr 15min) - Water playground/ pub/ beach/ fishing charters - Sand Palms - Pub - Crab Claw Island - Pub / Beach - Corroborree Billabong (1 hr 20m) - Sunset Crocodile & Birdwatching Cruises / Fishing - Corroborree Park Tavern (1 hr) - Buffalo to pat / Pub

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Natural NT Bush Camp

1 site · RV, Tent255 acres · Batchelor, NT

This is the real Aussie outback. A natural bush camp with undulating countryside and a WWII history. Enjoy a good bushwalk or take your mountain bike. You'll see and hear lots of wildlife including wallabies, birds, wild horses, wild pigs and buffalo. Hear the dingoes howl at night. This place is perfect for stargazing while you relax around the campfire. The township of Batchelor is a short 10 minute drive away if you need supplies. The Litchfield Waterfalls are 40 minutes away. There is drinking water and a shower (please be very careful of how much you use). The campsite has a picnic table for meals. There is no toilet so you will need to be self-contained with your own camping toilet. Dogs welcome.

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Fi and Rods Place

2 sites · RVs5 acres · Humpty Doo, NT

It's the dogs place really, we just pay the mortgage. Located 40 ish minutes from Darwin CBD and 15 minutes to Coolalinga you'll find our little patch of tropical paradise. Our lovely quiet 5 acres is home to an incredible amount of native birds, a resident frill necked lizard, 3 dogs who will adopt you, 2 horses who are always up for a pat and a carrot (or several!) an indoor cat (ginger, need we say more?) and us. We are a young couple who have lived and worked in the NT since 2009. We live a quiet lifestyle but only too happy to swap stories over a cold one in the afternoon. Your stay includes full access to power and water, a pool with spa jets and use of the laundry. Mobile phone reception is exceptional but we do have WiFi you are more than welcome to connect to if need be.

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Pine Wat Van Stays

1 site · RV, Tent5 acres · Mcminns Lagoon, NT

5 Acres of peaceful rural living, with Pool, water and power. You can enjoy the property or explore around the Lagoon. Close to the National Parks and only 30 mins to Darwin city. Ten minutes to Palmerston hospital and 10 mins to Gateway Shopping Centre. Wonderful and peaceful part of our world. You have ample room to park up and enjoy the undercover area with washing machine and dryer and has a bathroom with shower sink and toilet. Outside has a big wooden table and chairs for relaxing under the big ass fan. Take your towels and some drinks over to the newly finished pool area, which is fenced and covered with a big sail, to keep out a bit of sun so it's great for kids and adults to enjoy all year round

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Jean & John's Bynoe Stopover

130 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Bynoe, NT

The property is 40 acres of carefully maintained virgin rainforest. Our flora and fauna are exactly the same as nearby Litchfield National Park, unfortunately without any waterfalls. We have cleared about 10 acres of undergrowth leaving the trees for shade. Animals and other wildlife are abundant with the lilly pond on our front lawn being the only permanent water other than the Finniss River that they have in the area. We have hundreds of wallabies, goannas, frill necked lizards and plenty of bird life. Our pet Red Tailed Black Cockatoo "Butt" attracts the local wild ones, because she is happy they trust us so you can get closer to them than usual for photos. We have toilets and showers set up for our annual fishing competition which we hold for charity each Queens Birthday weekend. There is also a large wood fired BBQ in the same central area. The fish filleting table and boat cleaning area is also nearby. The local kites and other raptors including sea eagles and if you are lucky may see a wedgetailed eagle come in for fish scraps. Croc and dingo area - be aware!

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Darwin River Fern Farm

10 sites · RVs, Tents25 acres · Darwin River, NT

Relaxing, spacious campgrounds in our tropical gardens with powered campsites and clean potable water hookups for caravans, camper vans, and motorhomes. Dump point on site. Off-grid campsites also available for self-contained campers and have Plenty of room for ‘Big Rigs.’ Lots of shade and amazing sunsets from our hillside sunset viewing area. Great place for wildlife enthusiasts. Easy access from the road. We are open year-round. Booking is essential. Kids stay for free Nearby attractions: Berry springs nature reserve, Wildlife park, Barramundi adventures, Litchfield National park, Kakadu National Park Dundee beach, Crab claw island, lots of local fishing spots, Darwin river Tavern, Berry spring Tavern, IGA

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Lazy Sunday's

1 site · RV, Tent5 acres · Humpty Doo, NT

Lovely 5 acre block with segments of natural bush. Park your van or annex up on the cement pad with access to power. Stroll around the block, make friends with the horses or just sit back and relax by the pool. Located just 45 minutes from Darwin CBD, 2 minutes from the local golf club and 4 minutes from the world famous Humpty Doo Hotel. Choices of two local shopping centres. The main road to Kakadu is only a few minutes away. Seasonal waterways are a short stroll away where you might also get to see the local Buffalo. Pets are permitted. A holding pen and pet sitting can be arranged by prior notification. 1 spot is advertised for your privacy and space, however more than happy to cater for group bookings. Campers must remove own toilet waste. Access to toilet and shower can be arranged.

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Camping near Rum Jungle guide

Overview

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