Kudjewk
JANUARY - MARCH
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bangkerreng
APRIL
Yekke
MAY – JUNE
Wurrkeng
JULY – AUGUST
Kurrung
SEPTEMBER – OCTOBER
Kunumeleng
NOVEMBER – DECEMBER
Read more about How to Check Road Access Before You Visit Kakadu
Kakadu National Park is one of Australia’s most spectacular landscapes year-round, but during the wet season—particularly Kudjewk (January to March)—conditions can change quickly.
Read more about Kakadu in Crocodile Dundee Film
Thirty years ago, the film Crocodile Dundee catapulted Kakadu into the international spotlight. Paul Hogan played the character of Mick ‘Crocodile’ Dundee, a legendary bushie, who had supposedly lost a leg to a croc in an outback encounter.
Read more about Kakadu ranked 14 on NY Times 52 Places to Go in 2…
We’re thrilled to share that the Top End, home to Kakadu National Park, has been ranked #14 on The New York Times’ prestigious 52 Places to Go in 2026 — the first Australian destination to appear on the list.
