If you’re planning to visit Aboriginal land during your stay in the Top End you must obtain a travel permit before entering . When visiting Aboriginal land and communities in the more remote areas it is sometimes necessary to join an organised tour with one of our many operator as the permit is often included in the purchase price. Check with the tour operator before arriving if you’re unsure.
Those wishing to enter Aboriginal lands on their own must apply in writing or online to the relevant Aboriginal Land Councils and Aboriginal Corporations.
Northern Territory land councils
- Apply for online permits in the Top End from the Northern Land Council (not including the Tiwi Islands or Groote Eylandt)
- The Tiwi Land Council manages visitor permits for the Tiwi Islands (Bathurst Island and Melville Island)
- Contact the Anindilyakwa Land Council to apply for Groote Eylandt permits
- Dhimurru access permits – All visitors to the Recreational Areas must obtain a permit from Dhimurru before they go. SEE DHIMURU RECREATIONAL AREAS HERE
- Apply for online permits with the Central Land Council for permission to enter Aboriginal lands in the Red Centre (south of Tennant Creek).
