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Get ready to take a step back in time and explore some of Kakadu’s ancient aboriginal rock art, visit spectacular waterfalls, water holes and learn about the oldest indigenous culture in the world.
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Get ready to take a step back in time and explore some of Kakadu’s ancient aboriginal rock art, visit spectacular waterfalls, water holes and learn about the oldest indigenous culture in the world.
Why Kakadu should be at the top of your holiday destination this year! Discover the ancient and wild Kakadu, a slice of paradise in outback Australia.
"My family clan is Murumburr, the traditional owning clan for Cooinda (Ngurrunggurrudjba). My mixed heritage reflects our country’s history, and I am proud to embrace all aspects of myself..."
For thousands of years the lands that make Kakadu and Arnhem have been used as the hunting and gathering grounds of the Indigenous people.
Kakadu accommodation is as diverse as its landscapes and wildlife, offering something for everyone! From simple non-powered campsites through to luxury villas.
Son of Murumburr Traditional Owner and Founder of Kakadu Kitchen, Ben Tyler shares his knowledge and passion for country in the newly released children’s book ‘Walking In Gagudju Country’. Co-Authored with long-time friend and teacher, Diane Lucas.
We’ve pulled together 5 ‘Must Do’ Tours for you to #DoKakadu - Get to know which tours and activities are available at what time of year so you don’t miss a thing on your holiday to Kakadu.
Hot summer nights. Colossal waterfalls. Rich wildlife. Magical sunsets. Epic lighting shows. This is the tropical summer season in Kakadu.
Caring for Country is a way of life for Aboriginal people. It's been instilled from the beginning of time and continues to be passed down through each generation.
From towering escarpments, refreshing waterholes, vast floodplains, cruising crocodiles, busy birdlife, ancient rock art and stunning woodlands, adventure is but just a step away.
A firm favourite place to visit by locals, Maguk is a gorgeous swimming hole of crystal clear water that is fed by a waterfall. Maguk is a must see destination for any visitor to the park and easily done in half day.
If you’re looking for a unique gift for someone special in your life, we’ve made it easy for you to treat them to something special from Kakadu National Park. All you have to do is decide on which gift you’re going to share.
Let’s face it, Kakadu is pretty hot for most of the year, so a crisp, cool swim at Jim Jim Falls after a short, but strenuous, trek is a truly rewarding experience.
Tastes of Kakadu is back and better than ever with a huge range of cultural and culinary events.
We're pleased to announce that the newly-refurbished Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre has re-opened!
The Top End’s red carpet came alive on Thursday 14th January 2021 with local and internationally acclaimed actors, for the Darwin premiere of a Territory production ahead of its national release.
🦆 Special Yellow Water Cruise – Kakadu Bird Week 🦆
Join us Sunday 27 September at 4.30pm for a once-off Yellow Water Cruise guided by Luke Paterson from NT Bird Specialists. As the light softens over the billabong, Luke will help you spot and identify Kakadu's incredible birdlife, from jabirus to sea eagles, in one of the richest wetland habitats in Australia.
Limited spots. Book now to secure your place. See link in bio.
📍 Yellow Water Cruises, Cooinda Lodge, Kakadu National Park
Heading to Kakadu? Put Gunlom Falls on the list. ✅ Natural infinity pools perched high on the escarpment, with sweeping views across the national park below. Climb up, cool off, look out - this is one you don't skip.
Don't have your own 4WD? No worries, book our Kakadu Adventure Tour!
📍 Gunlom Falls, Kakadu National Park
🔗 Start planning: kakadutourism.com/see-and-do/attractions or see link in bio
Reel thanks to @ask_jodes [IG]
Have a Kakadu School Holiday!
Waterfalls, wildlife, ancient rock art and croc-spotting cruises - this is where the whole family makes memories.
Plus from 21 September – 3 October, @cooindalodgekakadu is the place to be with a host of school holiday fun.
Here’s what’s on:
🍕 Kids Pizza-Making
🧺 Weaving & Clapstick Painting
🔥 Damper & Fire-Cooked Fish
🎬 Movie Nights
🍦 Free Icy Poles
📍 Cooinda Lodge, Kakadu National Park
🔗 Book now: kakadutourism.com/specials/september-school-holidays
We love seeing what visitors to Kakadu enjoy the most. Here's what's on the list from @kate_duffy >>
🧡 Walk to the Nawurlandja Lookout to watch the escarpment light up pre sunset
🧡 Sunrise cruise along the Yellow Water Billabong
🧡 Visit Cahills Crossing to check out the famous causeway lined with saltwater crocodiles
🧡 Free ranger guided tour of Burrungkuy (Nourlangie) rock art site
🧡 Swimming at Gunlom Falls (finally opened for the 2026 season!)
🧡 Guluyambi Cultural Cruise along the east Alligator River
🧡 Indigenous food tour with Animal Tracks
🧡 Explore the rock art & hang around for sunset at Ubirr
What's on your list?
🎄 Make it a Kakadu Christmas 🌿
This Christmas, gather around the table at Mimi’s Restaurant at Cooinda Lodge for a festive feast inspired by the flavours and stories of Kakadu. Expect all the Christmas favourites, with a distinctly Australian twist.
🦐 Ocean-fresh seafood, including oysters, prawns and Moreton Bay bugs
🍖 Slow-roasted meats and shared platters, including wattleseed-rubbed beef sirloin, native apple-glazed ham and turkey with rosella glaze
🌿 Native-inspired sides featuring wattleseed, native rosemary and river mint
🥭 Tropical pavlova, native lime panna cotta and native red apple & rhubarb crumble
🧀 Australian cheeses, festive treats and plenty more to share
All enjoyed in the heart of Kakadu during Kunumeleng — the season of change and renewal.
Christmas lunch, Kakadu style.
Friday 25 December 2026 | 12pm–2pm
📍 Mimi’s Restaurant, Cooinda Lodge
Make this Christmas one to remember... on Country, surrounded by Kakadu. 💛