Gorge View Bush Retreat : Katherine NT

I am not known for being much of a camper but when in Katherine what better place to stay than here. Cute as a button the glamping tents came with a couch, great beds, linen, fan, torch .. really Kate and Carney have thought about everything. Fridge in the share kitchen was full of fresh cold water- shared bathrooms where clean and the common pool was refreshing. Our evening on the top deck with impromptu local guest Manu playing didgeridoo and authentically sharing his story was a highlight! We felt very lucky to share the space for the evening.

We planned to stay for 2 and extended to stay another night to really see some of the local sights. Kate & Carney are extremely welcoming hosts, encouraging us not to miss sunset hour & promptly head up to the sunset deck to hear Manual on the didgeridoo. The children loved hearing Manual's storytelling while being treated to freshly made pizzas. The camp ground was ideally situated to Nitmiluk National Park for 2 gorge boat cruise. Make sure to pack your pool noodle to enjoy floating down the hot springs in town & the short walk to Edith Falls for family friendly swimming. The children are still talking about when we are next going to visit Kate & Carney at Gorge View Bush Retreat, thanks for having us :)

Excellent stay. Stayed in a standard tent (not a tee pee) in the dry season with a friend. Tent had two single beds. Smaller than other glamping style tents, but they were plenty for what we wanted. Was initially worried it would be too cold at night, but the blankets provided were perfect. Recommend the sunset sessions on Friday and Saturday nights - arrive early, book pizza in advance, and there is a bar set up there for drinks. Hosts Kate and husband were great, as were the staff who worked there. Only two showers and two toilets per gender, so try to avoid peak bathroom times. Three camping kitchens stocked with cutlery etc, fridges, which were great. Close to the Nitmiluk National Park, which has excellent hikes.