Mandorah is situated approximately 125 kilometres from Darwin, on the western side of Darwin Harbour.

Situated across the bay from Darwin, Mandorah is primarily a holiday town. The beaches are clean and isolated, and fishing is a very popular activity here. The main catches are barramundi, bream, schnapper, flathead and even salmon. There is a boat ramp for public use, but a lot of first time fishermen try their luck from the jetty.

The sandy beaches are ideal for long walks - but beware, there are crocodiles lurking in the waters, so swimming is not permitted.

A number of facilities are available in Mandorah. A ferry service operates to and from Darwin (20 minute one-way trip), and there is accommodation, a supermarket, restaurant, bar, takeaway food, souvenirs and fuel. Beach camping is also available, but a 4WD may be required to access the more remote areas.

Along the roads around Mandorah, the 'Magnetic Anthills' are common. These anthills are so named for the way in which they point due north - the reason for which remains a mystery.

On Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday nights from March to October there is an aboriginal corroboree performed on the beach by the local Kenbi aboriginal people. Visitors are welcome to enjoy the experience of the aboriginal culture, and a meal is also available, cooked the authentic aboriginal way.

Fishing and beachcombing are the most popular activities here, and the sunny, sandy, isolated location is ideal for both.

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