FAQ's

We’re just 140km from Darwin International Airport – 90 mins by car. Arrange transfers with Skippers for easy, fuss-free pick up from the airport or pre-organise a hire car.  Sealed, all weather, 2WD roads take you all the way except for the final 150m of graded dirt road to our driveway (when you turn off Dundee Place). If you have your own vehicle, you’re free to explore the local attractions. Otherwise, Skippers has hand-picked the best experiences including fishing charters, group tours to Litchfield National Park and overnight station stays at luxury Finniss River Lodge or extraordinary Tipperary Station. 

To eat out, just ‘the local’ pub also known as the Lodge of Dundee in the small township of Dundee Beach. They serve 3 meals a day, 7 days a week. Otherwise, Skippers has an enormous, fully-equipped, stainless steel kitchen if you’d like to self-cater. Bring your food supplies with you as The Lodge of Dundee has only a small selection of groceries. If you’re flying into Darwin, ‘Click and Collect’ to pick up your groceries on the way out is the smart way to go. On Friday nights there’s also affordable meals served up with plenty of camaraderie at the local Dundee Beach Recreation Club (in Lepanto Rd) just 5 mins drive from Skippers at Dundee.

Dundee Beach is famous for fishing – you can hire a boat, bring a boat, cast off from the rocks or go out on a fishing charter with Skippers. There’s plenty to do if you’re not into fishing though. You can:

• take beach walks and enjoy lunch with sea views at the local Lodge of Dundee Beach,  

• explore the hikes and cascading waterfalls at Litchfield National Park, 

• head out with Skippers on our half day Nature Cruise, try your hand at crabbing and fishing and see the wildlife, 

• take to the skies and soar over pristine coastlines and azure oceans with a 6min, 15min or 30min helicopter flight from Skippers at Dundee, 

• explore the local bush and beach trails if you have a 4WD,

• visit the Territory Wildlife Park just 45 minutes’ drive from Skippers at Dundee, 

• try land fishing at Barramundi Adventures at Berry Springs, just 55 mins drive from Skippers.

• cool off, relax or explore beautiful Berry Springs Nature Park, just 45 mins from Skippers at Dundee. 

• play cricket, croquet or volleyball on the lawns or board games, cards on the deck or in airconditioned comfort. 

• stretch out for a lazy day with a book and by the pool. 

• visit Crab Claw Island just 40 mins drive away for a long lunch and scenic ocean views.

You don’t have to do anything of course. Just relax and enjoy the peace and tranquility. 

Hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent and a few light, long-sleeve, cotton shirts are recommended. The Lodge of Dundee (local tavern) sells fuel, drinks, bistro and take-away meals, ice and a small range of essential grocery items from sun-up to sun-down 7 days per week. 

With pristine coastlines, peaceful tranquillity and world class fishing in a quiet unspoilt hideaway, the better question is why wouldn’t you go? Disarming and unpretentious, Dundee Beach village offers an escape from the hustle-bustle that takes you off the well-worn, typical tourist trail. There’s a pared back originality here that reflects the true spirit and flavour of the Top End. So, if you like the idea of endless ocean views, spectacular sunsets over the water, peaceful scenic surroundings, genuine local characters and an authentic experience of the Territory put Dundee Beach on your travel list. Skippers Beachfront Sanctuary has all the creature comforts with absolute beach frontage, fantastic facilities and the boat ramp and Lodge of Dundee just 200m away. Book online or call our friendly team to create a getaway designed for you, your interests and budget.  

We’ll text you with the check-in details once you’ve booked. 

On the day of your arrival, our property manager  is available to outline the facilities, guidelines and expectations to make sure you enjoy your stay. 

Yes, the NT is home to the world’s largest wild crocodile population. That means you can go croc spotting (with Skippers full or half day charter off Dundee Beach) and see one of nature’s most magnificent predators, up close. Be sure to, observe the signs and follow the guidelines and you will be safe.

We don’t advise it (see ‘crocodiles’ above). In fact, for your health and safety, we strongly advise against it. That’s why we have a pool so you can enjoy a cooling swim and the view at the same time!

Sorry but no. This is a strictly pet-free zone. We want to protect the local wildlife—and your pets too. 

Dundee Beach has coverage for Telstra providers only. Wi-Fi is available for basic internet and mobile usage. Streaming is discouraged since it slows the internet due to the limited plan options available in our area.  

Lighting fires is strictly prohibited anywhere on the property. 

Please do! Place glass (carefully so as to avoid breakage) and plastic bottles and cans into the recycling bin. There is a separate bin for general rubbish.

Tank water – conserve every drop!

Water is collected during the wet months (December to April) to last the year! Please:

- take short showers,

- turn off taps to brush teeth, shave and save water,

- fill dishwasher and washing machine before using,

- advise us of dripping taps/ leaks.

Electricity Supply

Weather and other factors cause outages and brown outs with electricity much like other areas (except that our location is more remote). When the power goes out, the water supply will also go off because the pumps (that pump water from the tanks) will stop.

Please contact Skippers on 0467 414 994 between 7am and 7pm so that we can arrange the generator to restore the water supply until the mains power comes back on. We sincerely apologize for this inconvenience. It is a reality of independently connecting water and power in regional areas where these services are otherwise unavailable. Thank you very much for your patience in these circumstances.  

Septic System

Skippers has a SEPTIC SYSTEM. Flush toilet paper only. Do not flush sanitary items. Wrap them in toilet paper, place in paper bag and bin. We cannot easily or quickly get a plumber out to attend to a blockage (it may take some days) and call out costs are high. To avoid additional costs being oncharged to you and for a pleasant, problem-free stay please ONLY FLUSH TOILET PAPER.

No, not in guest rooms. There is a TV in the living room.

No, neither. We suggest bringing these if needed.

Our team can be contacted on 0467 414 994. Please call. Text messages are not as closely monitored.

Yes, you’ll find a folder in the living room with helpful info about Skippers and the region, including things to do and see.