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Nitmiluk (Katherine Gorge)
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🚗 3h 30min📍 312km💰 Free (cruises/canoe hire extra)
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Best Time
May–Sep
Entry Fee
Free (cruises/canoe hire extra)
Drive Time
3h 30min
Access
All vehicles
Freshwater crocs present — safe to swim in designated areasCarry water on all walksSome multi-day walks require registration
Thirteen stunning sandstone gorges carved by the Katherine River over 23 million years. Paddle, cruise, walk, or helicopter over one of Australia's most spectacular natural formations. Jawoyn Country.
Plan your visit
In a national park, you'll usually need an NT Parks Pass, and campsites & some walks must be booked in advance.
59Worth it
Explorer Verdict
Solid spot — worth a stop if you're nearby.
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
May–Sep
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Last updated · 3 months agoHow is the 59/100 score calculated?
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Best Time to Visit
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Getting There
Distance from Darwin312km
Drive Time3h 30min
4WD RequiredNo
Facilities
ToiletsWaterCampingVisitor CentreCanoe HireSwimming
Safety Warnings
• Freshwater crocs present — safe to swim in designated areas
• Carry water on all walks
• Some multi-day walks require registration
Distance
312km from Darwin
Drive Time
3h 30min
Best Season
May–Sep
Rating
No reviews yet
Safety Warnings
• Freshwater crocs present — safe to swim in designated areas
• Carry water on all walks
• Some multi-day walks require registration
Distance
312km from Darwin
Drive Time
3h 30min
Best Season
May–Sep
Rating
No reviews yet
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Sun & light times
Nitmiluk (Katherine Gorge) · ACST
Sunrise
05:52
Sunset
17:59
Day length12h 07m
Golden Hour AM
05:52 – 06:20
Golden Hour PM
17:31 – 17:59
Blue Hour AM
05:31 – 05:52
Blue Hour PM
17:59 – 18:21
Calculated with NOAA solar algorithm. Times are sun centre at the horizon (refraction-corrected).
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