Kakadu National Park is huge… approximately half the size of the whole country of Switzerland to be exact.
Jim Jim Falls, Kakadu National Park
20,000 square kilometres of unbelievable landscapes, cascading waterfalls, unique wildlife, and so much more!
So many unique places to explore
This world heritage listed national park is just a 3-hour drive from the capital city of the Northern Territory, Darwin. It is teeming with thousands of years’ worth of history, culture, and significant landmarks, that attracts visitors from all around the world to marvel at its beauty. There is so many unique entertaining attractions in Kakadu, including a cruise along the Yellow Water Billabong to look for infamous crocodiles and other intriguing Aussie animals. Check out more than 5,000 significant Aboriginal Rock art sites that are scattered throughout the park, while learning about the ancient culture of the Bininj and Mungguy people, who have lived in the park for more than 60,000 years.
So many unbelievable waterfalls and gorges to swim in
There is an abundance of waterfalls, water holes and natural gorges to explore and swim when you are in Kakadu National Park. They include, Twin Falls, Jim Jim Falls, Nourlangie Rock, Koolpin Gorge, Maguk Gorge, Ubirr, and several other notable locations. Take a day trip around Kakadu to explore these stunning places, as they are remote and often hard to reach.
Crocodile Cruises around Kakadu
Saltwater crocodiles are one of Australia’s most notorious animals, and it is not hard to understand why when you get up close and personal to them. Their sheer size and strength will leave you speechless, and you must see them for yourself when exploring Kakadu National Park. There are several different options to choose from if you wish to jump aboard a crocodile cruise, they include, Yellow Water Billabong, Guluyambi Cultural Cruise, and the East Alligator River.
Hike and trek through the outback
Immerse yourself into the pure, untouched natural beauty of Kakadu and head out on one of the many walking tracks that surround Kakadu. There are 30 official walking tracks located throughout the national park, ranging from an easy ‘walk in the park’ to multi-day hiking treks. While hiking through the park you may expect to come across waterfalls, unique wildlife, historic rock art, significant cultural landmarks and so much more.
Adorable wildlife
Kakadu National Park is one of the most biologically diverse regions on earth, therefore it is teeming with so many different species of Australian wildlife. While you are enjoying the beauty of the park, be sure to keep an eye out for some animals along the way. There are so many species of mammals, birds, fish, reptiles and snakes that may come out to say hello while you are trekking through the outback!
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