Kakadu National Park is a bird lover’s paradise, and Bird Week 2025 (24–28 September) is the best time to experience it. Timed with the spectacular mass migration of magpie geese, the program is packed with exciting events for all ages.
🦅 Discover Bird Week Highlights:
Yellow Water Cruises with NT Bird Specialist Luke Paterson
Thursday 25 Sept, 4:30–6:30 PM & Sunday 28 Sept, 6:45–8:45 AM
Spot rare species on Kakadu’s famous billabong as Luke shares insights on over 280 birds that call the park home. Don’t forget your binoculars and zoom lens!
Family Fun at Bowali Visitor Centre
24–28 Sept, 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Enjoy bird bingo, craft activities, giant games, a cultural museum and a cosy library with colouring-in for kids.
Daluk (Women) Weaving with Feathers Workshop
24–28 Sept, 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Join local Aboriginal women to learn traditional weaving techniques using natural fibres and feathers. (Women only, for cultural reasons; men may observe.)
Bininj Cook-up at Bowali Visitor Centre
24–28 Sept, 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
Gather around the fire to enjoy bush foods like damper with Kakadu plum jam and the Top End delicacy, magpie goose, while hearing stories passed down through generations.
Language Lessons – Birds at Marrawuddi Arts & Culture
Wed 24 Sept, 2:00–3:00 PM
Learn bird names and phrases in local Aboriginal languages, and discover how Bininj connect birds with people, land and culture.
From sunrise cruises and cultural workshops to family-friendly fun, Bird Week is the perfect way to experience Kakadu’s birdlife, wildlife and living traditions.
Book your tickets now and join us for an unforgettable Top End adventure: kakadutourism.com/specials/events
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