Kakadu National Park

Kakadu is an exciting combination of towering escarpment, waterfalls, wetlands, wildlife and stunning scenery. The most comfortable time to visit is during the dry seasons (may to September). The Aboriginal people have lived in this land, for 50,000 years, and their rock paintings are an important part of the park. There is an extraordinary array of wildlife. The most ancient of these, the salt-water crocodile, are now common in the park. They have increase in numbers since the establishment of a protection order. Tourists have been attacked by salt-water crocodiles, so swimming is restricted to a few fresh water creeks and waterholes in the south of the park. Its much safer, not to swim at all. This park is a most spectacular and powerful place.

East Alligator River Circuit

Distance : 9kms

Location : North part of the Northern Territory 200 kms East of Darwin (Capital City)

This hike starts at East Alligator River about 3km from the Border Store. It comprises of two circuits and they can be walked in either direction. Some of the attractions are the sandstone outcrops, the East Alligator River and Catfish Creek. The place is alive with wildlife, such as magpie geese and jabirus. Remember to take insect repellent and a hat.

FURTHER INFORMATION

Bowali Visitor Centre,
Kakadu National Park,
PO Box 7l,
Jabiru.
Northern Territory..0886