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Itinerary Planner - Kakadu Trips

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Yellow Water Cruises - On the most famous billabong in Kakadu, Yellow Water. This cruise departs six times daily including sunrise and sunset. An experience not to be missed.
Warradjan Cultural Centre - The most comprehensive collection and display of aboriginal life in Kakadu. Entry is free and allow 45 mins to view.
Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn is a first class hotel, the only in Kakadu, and is shaped as a crocodile. All rooms have been refurbished and its Escarpment restaurant has excellent dining.
Windows on the Wetlands - on top of a hill overlooking the floodplains of the Adelaide river, it has interactive displays on the flora and fauna of the region. A great way to break on the way to Kakadu.
An easy walk around a billabong framed by the backdrop of Nourlangie rock. Birdlife and animals congregate at this billabong which can dry up towards the end of the dry season.
Bowali Visitor Centre - Run by Parks Australia the centre has a cafe, facilities, tour and information desk and a wonderful display on the geological features, flaura and fauna of Kakadu. Allow 1 hour.
Cahills Crossing Picnic Area - Features riverside picnic tables and a viewing area over the tidal East Alligator River.
Gagudju Adventure Tours - An all day 4WD tour operated by Gagudju Dreaming that explores the less accessible parts of Kakadu, including Jim Jim and Twin falls (seasonal access permiting)
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Gunlom Falls - 4WD required to access the campground and Gunlom. Featuring a large pool at the bottom and swimming holes at the top of the falls. Some of the best swimming views anywhere in the world.
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Nanguluwur - A 3.4 km return walk through woodlands leads to a quiet Aboriginal rock art site. Allow 2 hours.

 

Jabiru - the township of Jabiru has a fuel station, banking, medical services, sports club and accommodation.
Jumping Crocodile Cruise - There's more than one operator available to get up and close with crocodiles as they lift themselves from the water as the boat crew feed them. Controversial to some.
Jim Jim and Twin Falls - the most iconic falls in Kakadu accessible by a rough 4WD track that may be excluded by car rental companies. Seasonal access and moderate level of fitness required.
Gubara monsoon forest pools - A 6 km return walk past sandstone cliffs to shady monsoon forest pools. A pleasant place to spend the heat of the day. Allow 4 hours.

 
Manngarre Monsoon Forest Walks - 3 circular walks from 0.6 km to 1.5 km through monsoon rainforest beside the East Alligator River.

Mamukala Wetlands - beautiful all year but at its most dramatic in the late dry season (September – October) when thousands of magpie geese congregate to feed.
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Nourlangie Art Site - Features an ancient Aboriginal shelter and several outstanding art sites. A moderately steep climb to Gun-warddehwardde Lookout provides impressive views of Kakadu’s escarpment and Nourlangie.
 Nanguluwur Art Site Walk - A 3.4 km return walk through woodlands leads to a quiet Aboriginal rock art site.
Sandstone cliffs - Starts off the Bardedjilidji walk and features a 6.5 km marked circular walk which takes you past Catfish Creek, floodplains, billabongs, sandstone outliers and the East Alligator River.
Ubirr - A 1 km circular track takes you past several fascinating Aboriginal rock art sites. A moderately steep, 250 m climb takes you to the top of a rocky lookout that offers superb views over the Nadab floodplain, particularly beautiful at sunset.
Ubirr Cruise - Gulyumbi cruises operate a wet season cruise that is highly seasonal but during the right conditions allow access to Ubirr during the wet season when the road is flooded.
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Gagudju Lodge Cooinda - Operated by Gagudju Dreaming is next to Yellow Water Billabong and has a general store, pool, lodge, backpacker and camping areas, fuel, ice and bistro and bar. A tour desk is at reception.

Wet Season (November to March)

2 Day Program

Day 1

Depart Darwin early to embark on your 3.5 hour drive to Kakadu National Park. Travel along the Stuart and Arnhem highway towards Kakadu and along the way visit Windows on the Wetlands(f), a great introduction to the wetlands area. Further along the highway keep your eyes open for giant termite mounds, next stop Mamukala Wetlands(f) which are beautiful all year round. Head to Bowali Visitors Centre(f), designed and inspiried by an Aboriginal Rock Shelter, with a wealth of information. Following this head to the Nourlangie Rock Art Site(f) and join us on our signature night time activity the Yellow Water Algohgarrng Experience(p). Enjoy a 2 course dinner and overnight accommodation at Gagudju Lodge Cooinda(p). 

Day 2

Catch a Yellow Water Sunrise Cruise including breakfast(p), followed by a cultural and informative experience at Warradjan Culture Centre(f), followed by an optional Scenic Flight(o) over the wetlands of Kakadu with Kakadu Air from Jabiru. Grab some lunch at Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn(p) and catch a Jumping Crocodile Cruise(o) on your return to Darwin.

3 Day Program

Day 1


Depart Darwin early to embark on your 3.5 hour drive to Kakadu National Park. Travel along the Stuart and Arnhem highway towards Kakadu and along the way visit Windows on the Wetlands(f), a great introduction to the wetlands area. Further along the highway keep your eyes open for giant termite mounds, next stop Mamukala Wetlands(f) which are beautiful all year round. Head to Bowali Visitors Centre(f), designed and inspiried by an Aboriginal Rock Shelter, with a wealth of information. Following this head to the Nourlangie Rock Art Site(f) and join us for an Afternoon Yellow Water Cruise(p). Enjoy a 2 course dinner and overnight accommodation at Gagudju Lodge Cooinda(p).

Day 2

Gagudju Adventure Tours(p) offers a Guided Cultural Tour into Gubara - a moderate walk past sandstone cliffs to monsoon forrest pools, allow 4 hours to complete, with an optional was to Nanguluwur Art Site Walk(o), followed by a cultural and informative experience at Warradjan Cultural Centre(f). Enjoy a 2 course dinner and overnight accommodation at Gagudju Lodge Cooinda(p).
 
Day 3

Catch a 3hr Sunrise Yellow Water Fishing experience(p) followed by breakfast at Cooinda and an optional Scenic Flight(o) over the wetlands of Kakadu with Kakadu Air from Jabiru. Grab some lunch at Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn(p) and catch a Jumping Crocodile Cruise(o) on your return to Darwin.

4 Day Program

Day 1

Depart Darwin early to embark on your 3.5 hour drive to Kakadu National Park. Travel along the Stuart and Arnhem highway towards Kakadu and along the way visit Windows on the Wetlands(f), a great introduction to the wetlands area. Further along the highway keep your eyes open for giant termite mounds, next stop Mamukala Wetlands(f) which are beautiful all year round. Head to Bowali Visitors Centre(f), designed and inspiried by an Aboriginal Rock Shelter, with a wealth of information. Following this head to the Nourlangie Rock Art Site(f) and join us for an Afternoon Yellow Water Cruise(p). Enjoy a 2 course dinner and overnight accommodation at Gagudju Lodge Cooinda(p).

Day 2

Gagudju Adventure Tours(p) offers a Guided Cultural Tour into Gubara - a moderate walk past sandstone cliffs to monsoon forrest pools, allow 4 hours to complete, with an optional was to Nanguluwur Art Site Walk(o), followed by a cultural and informative experience at Warradjan Cultural Centre(f). Enjoy a 2 course dinner and overnight accommodation at Gagudju Lodge Cooinda(p).

Day 3 

Grab an early breakfast at Cooinda and visit Gungural Lookout(f) and Yurmikmik walks(f), dont forget to take water with you, and relax in the afternoon by the lagoon style pool at Gagudju Lodge Cooinda(p). Join us on our signature night time activity the Yellow Water Algohgarrng Experience(p). Enjoy a 2 course dinner and overnight accommodation at Gagudju Lodge Cooinda(p). 

Day 4

Catch a 3hr Sunrise Yellow Water Fishing experience(p) followed by breakfast at Cooinda and an optional Scenic Flight(o) over the wetlands of Kakadu with Kakadu Air from Jabiru. Grab some lunch at Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn(p) and catch a Jumping Crocodile Cruise(o) on your return to Darwin.

Dry Season (April to October)

2 Day Program

Day 1

Depart Darwin early to embark on your 3.5 hour drive to Kakadu National Park. Travel along the Stuart and Arnhem highway towards Kakadu and along the way visit Windows on the Wetlands(f), a great introduction to the wetlands area. Further along the highway keep your eyes open for giant termite mounds, next stop Mamukala Wetlands(f) which are beautiful all year round. Head to Bowali Visitors Centre(f), designed and inspiried by an Aboriginal Rock Shelter, with a wealth of information. Following this head to the Ubirr Art Site(f) for sunset. Enjoy a 2 course dinner and overnight accommodation at Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn(p).

Day 2 

Catch a Yellow Water Sunrise Cruise(p) followed by breakfast at Cooinda and a cultural and informative experience at Warradjan Cultural Centre(f), followed by an optional Scenic Flight(o) over the wetlands of Kakadu with Kakadu Air from Cooinda. On your way to Jabiru experience Nourlangie Rock Art Site(f) with an optional walk to Nanguluwur Art Site(o). Grab some lunch at Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn(p) and catch a Jumping Crocodile Cruise(o) on your return to Darwin.

3 Day Program

Day 1

Depart Darwin early to embark on your 3.5 hour drive to Kakadu National Park. Travel along the Stuart and Arnhem highway towards Kakadu and along the way visit Windows on the Wetlands(f), a great introduction to the wetlands area. Further along the highway keep your eyes open for giant termite mounds, next stop Mamukala Wetlands(f) which are beautiful all year round. Head to Bowali Visitors Centre(f), designed and inspiried by an Aboriginal Rock Shelter, with a wealth of information. Following this head to the Ubirr Art Site(f) for sunset. Enjoy a 2 course dinner and overnight accommodation at Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn(p).

Day 2

Travel early to Gagudju Lodge Cooinda for an all day 4WD tour with Gagudju Adventure Tours to Jim Jim and Twin Falls (subject to weather conditions - alternate venues will be visited). Enjoy a 2 course dinner and overnight accommodation at Gagudju Lodge Cooinda(p).

Day 3
 
Catch a Sunrise Yellow Water Cruise(p) and breakfast(p) at Cooinda, optional 3hr Yellow Water Fishing(o) experience followed by a cultural and informative experience at Warradjan Cultural Centre(f). Depart Gagudju Lodge Cooinda. On your way to Jabiru experience Nourlangie Rock Art Site(f) with an optional walk to Nanguluwur Art Site(o). Grab some lunch at Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn(p) and catch a Jumping Crocodile Cruise(o) on your return to Darwin.

4 Day Program

Day 1

Depart Darwin early to embark on your 3.5 hour drive to Kakadu National Park. Travel along the Stuart and Arnhem highway towards Kakadu and along the way visit Windows on the Wetlands(f), a great introduction to the wetlands area. Further along the highway keep your eyes open for giant termite mounds, next stop Mamukala Wetlands(f) which are beautiful all year round. Head to Bowali Visitors Centre(f), designed and inspiried by an Aboriginal Rock Shelter, with a wealth of information. Following this head to the Ubirr Art Site(f) for sunset. Enjoy a 2 course dinner and overnight accommodation at Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn(p).

Day 2

Travel early to Gagudju Lodge Cooinda for an all day 4WD tour with Gagudju Adventure Tours to Jim Jim and Twin Falls (subject to weather conditions - alternate venues will be visited). Enjoy a 2 course dinner and overnight accommodation at Gagudju Lodge Cooinda(p).

Day 3

Catch a Sunrise Yellow Water Cruise(p) and breakfast(p) at Cooinda. Drive south to Gunlom Falls(f) and if you hold a reasonable level of fitness, climb to the top for magical plunge pools and views from the escarpment. Or you may want to try Maguk(f) for an easier travel and access walk and swim. Travel to Gagudju Lodge Cooinda and join us on our signature night time activity the Yellow Water Algohgarrng Experience. Enjoy a 2 course dinner and overnight accommodation at Gagudju Lodge Cooinda(p).

Day 4

Grab an early breakfast at Gagudju Lodge Cooinda(p), optional 3hr Yellow Water Fishing experience(o), and then visit Warradjan Cultural Centre(f). Depart Gagudju Lodge Cooinda and travel back to Darwin via the Old Jim Jim Road, and don't forget to visit the Jumping Crocodiles Tour(o)