About Kakadu

A Land Steeped in 65,000 Years of Living Culture

Nestled in the heart of Australia's top end, this remarkable land is proudly Traditionally Owned. Kakadu National Park, the largest in Australia, bears witness to the enduring connection of the Bininj/Mungguy (Indigenous) community, who have called this breathtaking landscape home for generations. With a unique double world heritage listing, Kakadu showcases Australia's most dramatic landscapes, awe-inspiring waterfalls, sacred rock art sites, and unparalleled wildlife.

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Connect to Culture

The Bininj/Mungguy communities have cultivated a profound connection with this land, and the heartbeat of their ancestry echoes. The Aboriginal culture in Kakadu encapsulates a great understanding of the natural world, expressed through art, Dreamtime stories, and a harmonious coexistence with the environment. In exploring Kakadu, you'll embark on a journey that transcends time, connecting to the roots of Australia's Indigenous Country.

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Kakadu Biodiversity

Kakadu is one of Australia's richest wildlife regions, with over 280 bird species, 132 reptiles, and thousands of plant and insect species. Yellow Water Billabong teems with life—from estuarine crocodiles to white-bellied sea eagles—while agile wallabies and northern quolls roam the savannahs. The escarpments are home to rare species like the black wallaroo and chestnut-quilled rock pigeon, found only in Kakadu. Each habitat, from floodplain to stone country, plays a vital role in this unique and vibrant ecosystem.

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About Kakadu Tourism

Kakadu Tourism is an Indigenous owned collection of Kakadu tours, cultural experiences and Kakadu accommodation. It is the largest collection of facilities catering to tourism in Kakadu and is focused on positive indigenous outcomes.

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Sustainability in Kakadu

Cooinda Lodge is proud to be one of just 11 operators in Australia inducted into the Eco Certified Tourism Hall of Fame, recognising over 20 years of continuous eco certification. Kakadu, one of the world’s most treasured natural and cultural landscapes, is deepening its connection to Country through a strong commitment to environmental sustainability. Guided by the philosophy of ‘Planet, People, Profit’, Kakadu Tourism embraces the Indigenous belief that people are part of the land, investing in sustainable practices that protect the environment and support community wellbeing.

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