Kakadu Tourism

Immerse yourself in the World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park with the proudly Indigenous-owned Kakadu Tours. With a wide range of outdoor adventures taking you from Kakadu National Park to the Warradjan Cultural Centre, with a Yellow Water cruise along the way, there’s something for everyone in one of the Top End’s favourite destinations.

Kakadu Tourism is an authentic cultural tour operator that aims to connect each participant with the deeply spiritual history of the land. Jump onboard a cruise on the Yellow Water Billabong, where Kakadu Tourism have exclusive operator rights on board their distinctive award-winning Yellow Water cruises. If you prefer an off-road adventure, discover the Spirit of Kakadu Adventure Tour in the comfort of a modern 4WD, where you’ll visit waterfalls, swimming holes and escarpments.

Also included is a visit to the Warradjan Cultural Centre, which provides insights into the culture, history and effects of white settlement on the Bininj people through interactive displays and exhibitions.

There is a range of accommodation to choose from, including the Cooinda Lodge Kakadu, the gateway to Yellow Water Billabong, or the Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel, which is amusingly shaped like a croc. Camping and caravan grounds are also available within Cooinda Campground.

Experiences

Cooinda Lodge Kakadu
Surrounded by Kakadu National Park and the gateway to Yellow Water Billabong. Private rooms with ensuite, tea/coffee facilities, 2 swimming pools, Barra Bar and Bistro, gift shop, petrol station and general store.

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Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel
Kakadu’s only 4 star property. Air conditioned rooms, private courtyard and balcony overlooking the interior garden. Escarpment Restaurant and Bar, swimming pool, art gallery, gift shop, laundry, room service, business centre and more.

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Cooinda Campground
Caters for powered sites, budget accommodation or campers. Includes cooking facilities and access to Cooinda Lodge Kakadu’s pools and dining facilities.

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Spirit of Kakadu Adventure Tour
Exclusive off-road 4WD tour to less accessible parts of Kakadu with an experienced guide. Air conditioned 4WD, morning and afternoon tea, picnic lunch.

Days Operating: Daily
Season: Apr - Oct (Private tours can be booked Nov - Mar)
Duration: 1 day
Min Numbers: 4
Max Numbers: 32

Yellow Water Cruise
A Yellow Water cruise is a ‘must do’ experience when visiting Kakadu. This beautiful billabong is home to remarkable scenery and wildlife (60 species of birds, plenty of crocodiles and buffalo on the floodplains). Bininj guides provide fascinating insights on the flora and fauna. The 6:45am cruise includes breakfast.

Days Operating: Daily at sunrise, day time and sunset (advance bookings recommended for sunrise and sunset cruises)
Season: Year round
Duration: 1.5 or 2 hours
Min Numbers: 1
Max Numbers: 200

Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre
Developed by the Aboriginal Traditional Owners of Kakadu, Warradjan is located just 1km from Cooinda Lodge Kakadu. Named after Warradjan, the Pig Nosed Turtle, the Centre offers a remarkable insight into the Aboriginal people who have lived in Kakadu for thousands of years. The displays include artefacts that illustrate the stories that the Traditional Owners wish to share with visitors. The Centre mixes contemporary techniques – such as videos – to cover various subjects, ranging from personal histories to bush tucker. The gallery shop sells a range of arts and crafts including traditional Didgeridoos local artwork, books and cards.

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Getting there

Kakadu can be accessed via Darwin. From Darwin hire a car or travel by coach to Jabiru, which is located in Kakadu and is 255kms from Darwin (about a 3 hours drive). It’s a further 54kms to Gagudju Lodge Cooinda (no buses travel from Darwin to Cooinda).