Kakadu
Kakadu National Park lies east of Darwin. It's magnificence at any time during the year has made it
Australia's most-visited national park and undeniably the biggest attraction of the Northern Territory's Top End. Kakadu boasts a wide variety of habitats, wildlife and impressive rock-art sites with its ecological and cultural heritage earning it a World Heritage listing. Aboriginal settlements are scattered around the park with many of the park rangers being of aboriginal descent. Things to See and Do
The Aboriginal art site of Ubirr in Kakadu features various paintings and styles while providing excellent views over the floodplains and escarpment. Nourlangie Rock is another rock art site in Kakadu while the Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre allows visitors to immerse themselves in aboriginal culture, beliefs and lifestyle. Visitors can also enjoy sunset cruises to appreciate the various wildlife which inhabit the region or go on scenic flights as well as cultural cruises on the East Alligator River. Towards the south of Kakadu National Park is Gunlom Falls which is a popular spot for a swim while a short climb up the escarpment provides scenic views of the surrounding landscapes. Other falls close by include Jim Jim and Twin Falls.
Kakadu Hotels and Accommodation
Kakadu accommodation options include the Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn, the Kakadu Lodge or the Aurora Kakadu. The park also operates the Gunlom camping ground which is a wide grassy site with many of the basic amenities available.
Tourist Information
The spectacularly designed Bowali Visitor Centre on Kakadu Highway stocks a variety of leaflets, maps and books. A modern theatre also screens various documentaries and presentations on the park.
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