If you are visiting Darwin, you may be looking to do a day tour after you’re finished exploring the city. During your research, you probably came across Kakadu National Park. It is a famous national park in the Northern Territory.

The national park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its natural and cultural values. Biodiversity is abundant in the enormous national park. In addition to the wildlife, there are Aboriginal rock paintings that date all the way back to prehistoric times.

If you have a day or two to spare, you will definitely want to check out Kakadu National Park.

How to get to Kakadu

It takes around three hours to get from Darwin to Kakadu National Park. It’s not “next door” but it’s also not a long haul away. You may want to make sure you have a 4WD vehicle. Though it is not essential, some famous attractions are accessible by rough terrain.

There is no public transportation that runs between Kakadu and Darwin. Therefore, the best way to commute between the two is via car or tour.

What to do in Kakadu

Kakadu is a large national park with lots to see and do.

Yellow Water Billabong cruise

You can see a range of Australian wildlife from the Yellow Water Billabong. In addition to birds and water lilies, you will also see crocks swimming just beneath the surface.

Ubirr rock art

View ancient rock art at Ubirr. It is a famous rock art site with a circular walk to see art dating back thousands of years.

Scenic flight

Take a scenic helicopter ride above Kakadu National Park for a unique viewpoint. See the park from high above. Highlights include the cascading Jim Jim Falls and other famous landmarks. You can fly anywhere from 20 minutes to almost two hours!

Maguk rock pools

Take a refreshing dip in the crystal-clear Maguk rock pools. The swimming area is also known as Barramundi Gorge. This secluded swimming hole is a great place to relax in tranquil and natural surroundings.

Tours to Kakadu

Visit Kakadu National Park for one to five days and explore the spectacular wilderness!

Spend the day exploring Kakadu on this one-day tour. With return transportation from Darwin, there is a lot to discover in one day. Visit the Warradjan Cultural Centre, cruise along the Yellow Water Billabong, view the Aboriginal rock art, and much more.

Another thrilling option is this four-day Kakadu 4WD adventure. Discover the highlights of Kakadu with return transport from Darwin. Spend the first day exploring the town of Jabiru and the Ubirr rock art. The second day includes a visit to Jim Jim Falls or Twin Falls. Day three includes a stop to view some of the best-preserved rock art in Australia. The final day includes visits to Edith Falls and more!

Experience the tranquillity of this peaceful and tropical escape!