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"Nyu-rung-gah-rudge-bah"
Whether you are looking for a powered site or a shady space to pitch your tent, the Ngurrungurrudjba (Yellow Water) Campground is the ultimate base for your Kakadu adventure! Conveniently located at Cooinda, all campers have access to the lagoon swimming pool, alfresco and indoor dining, fuel station, general store, the Warradjan Cultural Centre and extensive touring options including world-famous Yellow Water Cruises.
Celebrating the seasons of Kakadu, join us around the full moon each month for a captivating evening, hosted at the picturesque Cooinda Lodge. This award-winning event offers not only a feast of local flavours prepared with traditional cooking methods, but also a deep connection to the rich cultural heritage of the region.
Event info and ticketsCruise Kakadu's most famous wetland at dawn and see the billabong come alive. Located at the end of the Jim Jim Creek, Yellow Water is part of the South Alligator River system
Book NowSit back and relax as our certified guides lead you on a half-day 4WD adventure through Kakadu’s breathtaking landscapes—from cascading waterfalls and dramatic rock formations to sacred cultural sites.
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Mimi's Restaurant & Barra Bar
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Fuel your adventure with a range of dining options right at the campground. Mimi’s Restaurant is open year-round, serving buffet breakfasts, à la carte lunches, and relaxed indoor dining. From March to September, enjoy cool evenings under the stars at the fairy-lit Barra Bar, or grab a classic feed from the Too Deadly Takeaway fish ’n’ chip van — perfect for an easy picnic. The on-site general store also stocks a handy range of groceries and essentials.
Adjacent to Cooinda Lodge, the campground is located in the Southern end of Kakadu, and is a perfect base for most tours. All Kakadu Tourism tours are based out of Cooinda, including Yellow Water Cruises, Spirit of Kakadu 4WD Adventures and Yellow Water Fishing, and it is a short walking distance to Warradjan Cultural Centre. The Southern end of the park features most swimming holes and waterfalls including Maguk, Jim Jim Falls, Twin Falls, Ikoymarrawa, Boulder Creek, Motor Car Falls and Kubara Pools.
May to September
October to April
no vehicle: 1-Day AATKings tour
No Vehicle: 2-Day Autopia Tour
No Vehicle: 3-Day Ethical Adventures Tour
Choose your season, see what's available and email your itinerary to yourself!
Driving from Darwin to Cooinda Lodge is a scenic and straightforward journey via the Stuart and Arnhem Highways, taking approximately 3 to 4 hours. Along the way, enjoy a stop at the Mamukala Wetlands or the Bowali Visitor Centre in Jabiru to pick up your Parks Pass and travel information.
Looking for a 4WD or 4WD camper? Check out Adventure Rentals for self-drive options suited to exploring Kakadu’s rugged landscapes.
Fly into Darwin International Airport, then hire a car or join a tour to reach Cooinda Lodge. The drive takes around 3.5 to 4 hours, with sealed roads all the way.
Want to skip the drive? Kakadu Air offers private charter flights directly from Darwin to Kakadu. Visit their website to book.
Group Tours: A wide range of day trips and multi-day adventures to Kakadu depart from Darwin. Visit our Tours page to explore your options.
Private Tours: For a personalised experience, book a private day or multi-day tour with operators like NT Driver Guide and others.
Kakadu will leave you absolutely speechless✨
Standing in a place that stretches almost 20,000 square kilometres, you quickly realise it’s more than just stunning waterfalls and wildlife, it’s a living, breathing story that’s been unfolding for tens of thousands of years.
Find out more today at the link in bio!
#kakadunationalpark #dokakadu #ntaustralia #nature #indigenousculture
Thankyou @diaryofarockgoblin for sharing your experience!
🐊 WIN 2 Yellow Water Cruise tickets!
Experience the magic of the Stone Country Festival this weekend, 30–31 August and you could win 2 Yellow Water Cruise tickets 🎶
Join in at Gunbalanya, West Arnhem Land, for two unforgettable days of music, art, and culture. Celebrate with Bininj artists, guest bands, hands-on art workshops (screen printing, weaving, rock art tours), traditional dance, and local flavours. Treat the whole family to children's activities, art gallery visits, Indigenous films, and much more.
Immerse yourself in the spirit and stories of the Stone Country - don’t miss this unique cultural celebration!
#StoneCountryFestival #WestArnhemLand #BininjCulture #kakadunationalpark #dokakadu
Step off the beaten track with an Animal Tracks Safari from Cooinda Lodge, one of the most authentic ways to experience Kakadu National Park.
This 7-hour cultural and wildlife safari takes you deep into the bush with a local Aboriginal guide, combining:
🌿 Traditional bush tucker gathering
🦘 Wildlife encounters across floodplains and forests
🔥 A sunset campfire cook-up of native foods
✨ Stories and insights into one of the world’s oldest living cultures
For travellers seeking connection, culture, and adventure, Animal Tracks Safari is a must-do.
📍 Departs from Cooinda Lodge, Kakadu NT
Book your adventure today 👇!
https://kakadutourism.com/see-and-do/tours
#animaltrackssafari #safaritour #adventure #kakadunationalpark #dokakadu #wildlife
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Kakadu Bird Week 2025 takes flight from 24–28 September, celebrating the incredible birdlife of the Top End. 🪶🦅
Join expert-led tours with NT Bird Specialists (25–27 Sept, 5.30 am–11 am) and explore Kakadu’s most iconic habitats in the cool morning hours. From the lush monsoonal vine forests of Burrungkuy to the rich East Alligator Region, or the ever-changing beauty of Mamukala Wetlands and South Alligator Floodplains. With hundreds of native species to spot, from vibrant kingfishers to soaring raptors, it’s a must-do for nature lovers and photographers alike. 📷
Bookings are essential, so get in quick!
#kakadubirdweek #birds #birdweek #kakadunationalpark #dokakadu #birdlovers #wildlifephotography
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Watch Kakadu awaken on a Sunrise Yellow Water Cruise! 🌅⛴️
Glide across misty billabongs as the first light dances on the water, see saltwater crocodiles gliding beneath the surface, and marvel at flocks of birds taking to the skies.
An unforgettable Top End experience from the very first ray. ☀️
Book your cruise here: 👇
https://kakadutourism.com/see-and-do/tours
#yellowwaterbillabong #sunrisecruise #yellowwatercruise #cruise #wildlife #crocodiles #dokakadu #kakadunationalpark
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