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Mary River Wilderness Retreat Overview

Mary River Wilderness Retreat is the perfect base to explore the lush wetlands and the incredible wildlife of the Northern Territory. Mary River is a spot well-known for fishing, croc-spotting, birdwatching, bushwalking and four-wheel driving. Mary River Wilderness Retreat offers a fantastic range of activities and facilities for you and your family to enjoy on your next visit! We offer a unique accommodation option in the Northern Territory, only a 90-minute drive from Darwin. Choose from our safari tents, powered or unpowered sites for your next adventure. The waterways of the Mary River wetlands are made up of lagoons, canals, and billabongs – they’re home to a diverse range of birdlife, prize barramundi and the incredible saltwater crocodile.

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10/10
Went with my partner and we loved it....
Went with my partner and we loved it. Peace and quiet also Loved seeing the kangaroos hopping around.
Simon Roman
28 Jun, 2025
10/10
Great food at the Gecko. Completely...
Great food at the Gecko. Completely value for money. Will be in sometime. Loved the experience
bhavya kakkar
28 Jun, 2025
10/10
Absolute hidden gem! Beautiful...
Absolute hidden gem! Beautiful location! My wife and I travelled in a motor home, we stayed on a powered site. The staff are lovely and very helpful. Clean...
David Lucidi
14 Jun, 2025
10/10
Nice place with very good amenities...
Nice place with very good amenities and relaxing place. It is possible to see a large number of species of birds and wildlife. The share kitchen is so big...
Nilson Tavares - Birigui
25 Apr, 2025
8/10
Good camping ground and amenities....
Good camping ground and amenities. Showers could be better. The bathroom is quite hot. All the rest is fine and well maintained.
Carla Buso
25 Apr, 2025
10/10
A Hidden Gem in the Desert!** If...
A Hidden Gem in the Desert!** If you're hunting for an unforgettable experience in the Australian outback, look no further than Murry River...
JT Koroi
13 Aug, 2024
6/10
Rooms were great because we camped🤭....
Rooms were great because we camped🤭. Toilet is inconveniently located from non-powered camp sites. Lots of wallabies and play for kids. Dinner was great and...
Brightone Nik
05 Aug, 2024
8/10
Large powered site, shaded, not very...
Large powered site, shaded, not very busy, older amenities but clean. Nice river walk.
Kerri Gierke
12 Jul, 2024
10/10
Safari Tents were awesome...
Safari Tents were awesome
Caitlin
16 Oct, 2023
10/10
A must stop when passing through. The...
A must stop when passing through. The staff are extremely helpful and welcoming. Rooms/cabins are very comfortable.
Tom Parsons
17 Sep, 2023
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