Kakadu National Park travel, tours and Vacation packages

A short guide about Kakadu National Park

Go on a ‘Top End’ Safari and visit Australia’s largest National Park - Kakadu, covering more than 19,000 square kilometres. Only three hours from Darwin, this World Heritage listed National Park is a landscape of contrasts - roaring waterfalls cascade into serene pools and delicate lotus flowers conceal massive saltwater crocodiles.

Kakadu is World Heritage listed for both its natural and cultural values, and it is one of only a few sites in the world with a dual listing. The park gives shelter to various species of reptiles, fish, birds, plants and insects. The different types of vegetation, ranging from eucalyptus trees to grassland, combined with foaming waterfalls and quiet lakes contribute to the lasting impression of Kakadu.

Archaeological studies suggest that the Bininj Aboriginal people have inhabited Kakadu for 50,000 years. Their understanding is such that they recognise up to 7 seasons in Kakadu and there are several sites of aboriginal rock-art collections where one can trace the aboriginal history in paint.

If you want to see the best of Kakadu take a look through the vacation packages listed on Tourabout. Most tours explore Kimberley and Top End by travelling in 4WD’s and staying in key locations such as wilderness camps. Highlights can include searching for crocodiles at Windjana Gorge, swimming in Emma Gorge at El Questro Cattle Station and learning the history and culture of Aboriginal Rock Art in Kakadu National Park.