Kakadu National Park Attractions
Kakadu National Park is loaded with attractions that you can either see in the wet or dry season, depending on when you are here. From cascading waterfalls, rivers and water systems, wetlands, rainforests, swimming holes, jumping crocs and an array of flora and fauna, Kakadu will leave a lasting impression on you.
One of the more famous attractions that you can visit in the Kakadu National Park is the Nourlangie Rock Art site where you can view some of the largest concentration of Aboriginal Art. Dating back more than 20,000 years, learn about the Dreamtime and tales that surround this historic and cultural site with a guided tour or take a walk in your own time to experience it for yourself. You can see lazy crocodiles lying on the banks of Yellow Water where they sun themselves for the day. With plenty of birdlife, plant life and many other species of flora and fauna a river cruise along the waterways of Yellow Water will certainly prove to be a fruitful one at that. You can join a guided walk along the banks or during the dry season you can embark on the 1km boardwalk that takes you through the wetlands of Yellow Water. See magical sunsets and sunrises that Kakadu is renowned for the world over or plan your day so you can sit on a sandy beach and lap up the sun.
There are some great watering holes for you to take a dip in, namely located at the base of Jim Jim Falls, which during the dry season is still a beautiful attractions to visit. With towering cliff faces on three sides and the water falling over the edge of the cliff it certainly creates an awesome experience. You can swim right where the waterfall hits the water or a little further down where there are sandy beaches and rock pools. There are walking tracks leading you directly to the falls and 6km round trip along the escarpment of the falls which will provide one of the most breathtaking lookouts.
Another attractions that Kakadu boasts is the Twin Falls which you can either see by foot during the dry season and if you are visiting in the wet season a scenic flight will prove a trip well taken with stunning views from above the rushing waters as well as Gunlom where you can swim and splash with the kids all day long. See Mamukala Wetlands in the South Alligator Area where you walk along boardwalks, view the surrounding area from vantage points and observation platforms or enjoy a picnic in the picnic grounds.
There are a number of attractions that you can fill your holiday up with when in Kakadu from some of the best Barramundi fishing you will ever do, hiking along scenic trails, camping adventures with the family, croc spotting cruises, sunset cruises along the rivers, scenic flights over cascading waterfalls and viewing some of the most beautiful Aboriginal Rock Art in Australia.
Kakadu will prove to be a memorable holiday for everyone, no matter what you want to do, from a relaxing holiday of luxury to one where you can see everything. There are many attractions and activities that all ages can enjoy so come and discover the famous sights and delights that have put kakadu on the map.
