The red ochre earth of Australia's Red Centre may not quite match the colour of Santa's outfit, but there's plenty of Christmas cheer in Northern Territory to spread far and wide, and gifts galore for your loved ones this festive season.

From exciting travel experiences for the whole family including decadent spa treatments for mum, gran and the girls, and outback adventures for dad, grandpa and the boys - plus plenty of iconic NT stocking fillers available to purchase online - there are a swag of out-of-the-box gifts ideas from the Territory that will satisfy even the hardest of family and friends to buy for.  We've pulled together a list of our favourites for you to choose from.

Experiences For Her

Red Ochre Spa

Voyages Ayers Rock Resort, Uluru

Want to spoil your special someone? Designed with total indulgence in mind, the spiritual Red Ochre Spa at Voyages Ayers Rock Resort provides the ultimate in pampering in the heart of the Red Centre. A sanctuary of peace and tranquility, Red Ochre Spa's treatments renew energy and ensure relaxation. From relaxing body rituals, to facial experiences and massage therapy featuring the Payot advanced skincare range, a Red Ochre treatment is the perfect gift for Christmas. Gift vouchers for spa treatments are available through the Voyages Ayers Rock Resort website.  Cost: Treatments start from $60.
ayersrockresort.com.au/around-the-resort/red-ochre-spa

Nitmiluk Tours/Cicada Lodge's Gorge-ous Girls' Weekend Package
Nitmiluk National Park (Katherine Gorge)

A luxury weekend escape and a wet and wild adventure don't normally go hand in hand but that's what Nitmiluk Tours and Cicada Lodge in Nitmiluk National Park is offering as part of their Gorge-ous Girls' Weekend Package.

Cicada Lodge is a luxury retreat perched above Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge, where the ancient dreamtime culture of the Jawoyn people collides with contemporary comforts. The weekend (best in the wet or waterfall season when the girls will have more fun – think Mother Nature's version of a water park!) kicks off with a river cruise by Nitmiluk Tours, which takes in the local gorges, canapés and cocktails by the pool at sunset, a three-course dinner complete with menus inspired by local bush tucker, fresh breakfast of local fruits, a walking tour to spectacular untouched swimming holes and more.  Cost: $568 twin share, per night, $395 per night single

Dates: The package is available every Friday, Saturday and Sunday night until the end of January 2019.
nitmiluktours.com.au/girls-weekend   cicadalodge.com.au

Desert Dreaming Yoga Retreat
Voyages Ayers Rock Resort, Uluru

Let her connect with nature during a week-long retreat encompassing yoga, dance and meditation held in the revitalising surrounds of Ayers Rock Resort and Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Guests are led through unique desert locations to walk, dance, stretch and meditate while breathing in the morning air and watching the sunrise over Uluru. The retreat includes a seven-night stay at the five-star Sails in the Desert hotel, once-in-a-lifetime al fresco desert dining experiences and massage and spa therapies – perfect for a health-inspired getaway.  Cost: From $5,997 for singles, $5,199 for twin, all-inclusive except flights.  Date: April 27–May 4 2018.
ayersrockresort.com.au/events/detail/desert-dreaming-yoga-retreat

Experiences For Him

Heli Pub Crawl

Darwin Helicopter Tours, Darwin

In true Territorian style, the folks in Darwin have upped the ante and created a pub crawl like no other. Arrive like a rockstar at the Top End's most charismatic and remote pubs, with your very own helicopter chauffeuring you from each establishment. Mix it up and throw in a spot of fishing in for good measure. Airborne Solutions also offers a half day pub and half day fishing tour for the perfect boys' weekend hands down.

Cost: $950 for two people for the five-pub crawl. Airbourne can cater up to 12 people on short notice or groups of 30.
airbornesolutions.com.au

Quad Bike Safari

Kings Creek Station, Alice Springs

Hit the road on a quad safari adventure that takes you through cattle stations, rolling over red sand dunes and spotting local wildlife in the bush. Kings Creek Station's Quad Bike Safaris give you a true outback experience in the Red Centre. No driving licence needed nor previous experience required. An extraordinary experience for the bloke in your life! Cost: From $105 per person.  
kingscreekstation.com.au/activities/Quad-Safaris.aspx 

Top End Barra Fishing
Top End Barra Fishing Charters, Darwin

A Top End Barra Fishing Charter is the best way to experience the NT's national pastime, from the inland billabongs and tidal rivers of the Finniss River, to inshore bluewater reef and sport fishing. Whether it's barramundi and saratoga, black jewfish, golden snapper or queenfish and mackerel, just to name a few, your dad, brother or the love of your life will thank you for it. They'll be transported in an air-conditioned four-wheel drive, and the Point Stuart Wilderness Lodge, where all guests reside, provides comfortable accommodation and a bar and bistro to relax at after a hard day on the water. The third season of Million Dollar Fish is also well underway, with one million bucks up for grabs as the ultimate prize!!  Cost: From $340 per person for a day trip.  
topendbarrafishing.com.au

Experiences For The Family

Jatbula Trail
Katherine and surrounds

A true family adventure, grab the kids and head on a hiking trek from Katherine Gorge (Nitmiluk) to Leliyn (Edith) Falls. Venture through lush greenery and pass by stunning waterfalls across the ancient Song Lines used by the Jawoyn people. Marvel at high sandstone escarpments and ancient rock art on a one-way circuit across the park.  Cost: Free.    
jatbulatrail.com.au

Crocosaurus Cove
Darwin

Crocosaurus Cove is your one-stop-shop for all things 'croc' in Darwin. Get the blood pumping and swim face-to-face with the world's largest living reptile in the Cage of Death. Kids aged 15 and over can experience 15 minutes of pure exhilaration as they get up get up-close and personal with a huge saltie. As an alternative, Crocosaurus Cove's unique swimming pool lets all kids cool down and see the juvenile crocodiles up close! They can hold and feed a baby croc and learn more about what they like for lunch during the centre's famous reptile feeding show. The centre's new desert area is also home to the world's largest display of Australian reptiles. Cost: Entry prices start from $35 per adult, Cage of Death tickets from $170 for single occupant. 
crocosauruscove.com

Iconic NT Stocking Fillers

For Her
Petite Bella Pendant
Available online and in-store in Paspaley, Darwin

Paspaley's beautiful white South Sea pearls are sourced from the unspoilt waters off the coast of the Territory's Top End. For a gift that will be treasured forever, the Petite Bella Pendant features a luminous, locally-sourced pearl set in yellow gold. Its simple setting ensures that the natural beauty of the Australian South Sea pearl shines.  Cost: $780 (chain available separately.)
paspaley.com

Vervain Australia Red Crocodile Leather Purse
Available online and in-store at Crocosaurus Cove, Darwin

In a land famous for its super-sized salties, it's not surprising that the NT is home to world-class producers of crocodile leather. Specialising in durable items which are available at Crocosaurus Cove, Darwin-based tanners Vervain Australia produce everything from belts to wallets and purses. For a true NT-themed gift, Vervain's Yen Style Wallet or Crocodile Coin Purse are made using the highest quality leather, making them an elegant yet durable gift.  Cost: $380 for the ladies' wallet and $75 for the coin purse.   
crocodileleather.com.au (Vervain Australia website)

Crocodile Teeth Earrings
Available online at Croc, Stock and Barra

How could the woman in your life say no to a beautiful pair of genuine saltwater crocodile teeth earrings set in sterling silver? The earrings are made using crocodile by-product, which is normally disposed of by crocodile farmers. The team behind the NT's Croc Stock and Barra believe in environmental sustainability by reusing croc parts to create all sorts of wonderful fashion pieces. Get in quick!  Cost: $45 with free shipping.
crocstockandbarra.com

Gulbarn Tea

Available online or in-store at Aboriginal Bush Traders, Darwin

If the festive period takes its toll on the woman in your life, soothe her the traditional way. Gulbarn tea, an infusion of a plant in the myrtle family (melaleuca citrolens), has been used as a bush medicine for thousands of years, healing coughs, colds and soothing stomachs as well as life's daily stresses. Pop into the Aboriginal Bush Traders' shop in the historic Lyon's Cottage in Darwin for a brew of the Minyerri community's Gulbarn Herbal Tea, or order online. Christmas is a time for giving and all money generated through sales at Aboriginal Bush Traders is returned to local Aboriginal communities. Cost: $12
aboriginal-bush-traders.myshopify.com/products/gulbarn-tea

Viva La Body Natural Soaps and Skincare
Available online at Viva La Body and stocked in stores across Darwin

Viva La Body is an olfactory oasis in the Territory thanks to its soaps and skincare products which are lovingly crafted by local artisans. Capturing the essence of Territorian botanicals, Viva La Body's range of natural perfumes, soaps and some novelty items are perfect stocking stuffers for your mum, sisters, wife, colleagues or girlfriend.  Cost: From $7.  
vivalabody.com

For Him

Outback Pantry by Lynton Tapp
Available online at Explore Australia

Former stockman and proud Territorian Lynton Tapp shows why his no-nonsense approach to cooking made him runner up in MasterChef Australia 2013. Highlighting flavours and ingredients from his Top End home, Outback Pantry will bring a taste of the Territory straight to your kitchen. Cost: $39.95.
exploreaustralia.net.au

Australian Green Ant Gin
Available online at Something Wild Beverages and selected stockists

Gin-gle all the way with a bottle of the award-winning Australian Green Ant Gin. Distinctly Territorian, Something Wild Beverages have drawn on local Aboriginal bush medicine to produce a gin flavoured with the vibrant flavours of the NT Green ant. With notes of lime and coriander, the unique bush tucker is harvested by the Motlop family of the Larrakia people and then infused with native juniper, finger lime, strawberry gum and lemon myrtle.  Cost: $97.50 for 700ml.
somethingwildbeverages.com.au/

Native Tomato Chilli Sauce
Available online at Arnhem Bush Tucker

Guys who love their sauces HOT will love Arnhem Bush Tucker's Native Tomato Chilli Sauce, made with tomato, vinegar, onion, mild chillies and pepper, and delicious as an accompaniment to seafood, chicken and cold meats. The company has been sharing the wild flavours of the NT's Top End since 1993, and sources as many local products as possible. This includes pesticide-free chillies, limes and mangoes which are used in the making of jams, sauces and chutneys.  Cost: $2.50 for a 20g mini pot, $7.50 for 270g bottle.
arnhembushtucker.com.au

Taxidermy Crocodile Claw Back Scratcher
Available online at Croc, Stock and Barra

Made from real crocodile claw and preserved by master Australian taxidermist Max Barrington, this crocodile claw back scratcher is sure delight the most larrikin of blokes this Christmas!  Taxidermy keeps the scales on and preserves the natural colour of the crocodile. It's not just a novelty but really helps with those hard to reach itches!

Croc Stock and Barra believe in environmental sustainability, recycling croc parts from farms to create all sorts of weird and wonderful novelty items. Cost: $50.
Crocstockandbarra.com

Cane Toad Coin Purse

Available at Parap Markets, Darwin

For the man who can never keep track of coins, the iconic NT cane toad coin purse is available at the weekly markets in Darwin's Parap village or selected souvenir shops in the NT. Here, these notorious pests are put to good use. Birdsall Leathercraft also offers genuine NT-sourced cane toad purses online.  Cost: $25. 
parapvillagemarkets.com.au
birdsall-leather.com.au/

 
Ken Wark Didgeridoo

Available online at Top Didj or in-store in Darwin

A visit to Katherine isn't complete without dropping into the Top Didj Art Gallery, which has something for everyone. The gallery feature an extensive selection of regional Aboriginal artworks from Katherine and surrounds, ranging from unique tourist gifts to collectible artworks. Pick up an authentic didgeridoo painted by the iconic artist Ken Wark for a cultural souvenir you can take home and treasure, or order online as a memorable Christmas present. Cost: From $280
topdidj.com

Bush Tucker Painting
Available online at Barkly Regional Arts

The key to a man's heart is through his stomach, so the saying goes. Among the 120 Aboriginal visual artists painting for Barkly Regional Arts, bush tucker is a reoccurring theme. Around Tennant Creek, many of the Warumungu people still hunt and gather as a healthy alternative to Western foods. So, if the man in your life wants artwork for his man cave that reminds him that it's time to eat, check out these dot paintings from the Golden Heart of the NT.  Cost: From $60.
barklyarts.com.au

For more information or to put a trip to The NT in your Christmas stocking, visit: northernterritory.com

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