The Ghan, Northern Territory: Best Time to Visit | Trailwind

DestinationThe GhanNorthern Territory, AustraliaBest time to visit The Ghan, Northern Territory: May–Sep. Adelaide to Darwin through the red heart of the Outback. Weather and timing on Trailwind.

Best time: May–Sep

Set in: Northern Territory, Australia

In season: ~27°C high

Climate: 11–38°C

Nearest airport: ASP

Currency: AUD

Language: English

Timezone: UTC+10:00

Best time to visitAim for May–Sep, the 5 months that line up best.On footThe classic way in is the Simpsons Gap walk. Nearest airport is ASP.Featured in

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Frequently asked questionsWhen is the best time to visit The Ghan?The best time to visit The Ghan is May–Sep, in Northern Territory, Australia.Where is The Ghan?The Ghan is in Northern Territory, Australia. The nearest major airport is ASP.What is The Ghan known for?Adelaide to Darwin through the red heart of the Outback.Keep exploring

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