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Kakadu National Park
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🚗 2h 30min📍 171km💰 Free (park pass)
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Best Time
Jun–Aug
Entry Fee
Free (park pass)
Drive Time
2h 30min
Access
All vehicles
- Crocodiles present in ALL waterways
- Check road conditions at 1800 246 199
- Carry minimum 3L water per person
- Mobile coverage limited to Jabiru only
Australia's largest national park covering 20,000 km² of wetlands, sandstone escarpments, and Aboriginal rock art dating back 20,000+ years. Dual UNESCO World Heritage listing for both natural and cultural values. Home to one-third of Australia's bird species, saltwater crocodiles, and over 10,000 insect species.
Plan your visit
In a national park, you'll usually need an NT Parks Pass, and campsites & some walks must be booked in advance.
Explorer Verdict
VerifiedFree entryWell equipped
Best for
Multi-day adventures, photography, wildlife
Skip if
You want a quick stop close to town
Time needed
Full day to 3+ days
Best season
Jun–Aug
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Best Time to Visit
Jun–Aug
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Getting There
Distance from Darwin171km
Drive Time2h 30min
4WD RequiredNo
Facilities
ToiletsDrinking WaterCampingVisitor CentreFuel at JabiruAccommodation
Safety Warnings
• Crocodiles present in ALL waterways
• Check road conditions at 1800 246 199
• Carry minimum 3L water per person
• Mobile coverage limited to Jabiru only
Distance
171km from Darwin
Drive Time
2h 30min
Best Season
Jun–Aug
Rating
No reviews yet
Safety Warnings
• Crocodiles present in ALL waterways
• Check road conditions at 1800 246 199
• Carry minimum 3L water per person
• Mobile coverage limited to Jabiru only
Distance
171km from Darwin
Drive Time
2h 30min
Best Season
Jun–Aug
Rating
No reviews yet
Nearby Locations
Warradjan Cultural Centre
Indigenous Culture
6.1km
Aurora Kakadu Lodge
Camping
42km
Bowali Visitor Centre Kakadu
Indigenous Culture
42km
Black Jungle Spring
Camping
45km
Sun & light times
Kakadu National Park · ACST
Sunrise
05:35
Sunset
18:15
Day length12h 40m
Golden Hour AM
05:35 – 06:05
Golden Hour PM
17:46 – 18:15
Blue Hour AM
05:13 – 05:35
Blue Hour PM
18:15 – 18:38
Calculated with NOAA solar algorithm. Times are sun centre at the horizon (refraction-corrected).
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