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Ubirr Rocks
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Nourlangie (Burrungkuy)
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Mt Cahill
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Maguk (Barramundi Gorge)
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Jim Jim Falls
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Popular Walks
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Ubirr Rocks
(18 ticks) -
Nourlangie (Burrungkuy)
(11 ticks) -
Mt Cahill
(4 ticks) -
Maguk (Barramundi Gorge)
(4 ticks) -
Jim Jim Falls
(4 ticks)
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Walks in Kakadu National Park
6
km
return
6
hrs
Barrk Marlak Walk
FEATURES: Rugged ascent to the top of the escarpment, through Anbinik forests and across exposed sandstone heath country to the top of Jim Jim Falls. DISTANCE: 6 km return TIME: Allow 4–6 hrs GRADE: Difficult, steep climb, marked track.
800
m
return
30
mins
Bukbukluk Lookout
A lovely little spot for a picnic lunch, this short, pretty walk is suitable for all the family. Enjoy views of old Goodparla Station and the southern hills and ridges.
1
km
return
Gunlom Falls
Gunlom is one of Kakadu National Park's most cherished attractions, famously featured in Crocodile Dundee and located on Jawoyn country. Visitors can embark on a hike to the peaceful plunge pools at the summit, where stunning panoramic views of the park unfold. For a more leisurely experience, you can swim beneath the dramatic cascade of the waterfall at the base, surrounded by a pristine sandy beach and crystal-clear waters. Top Pools (Gunlom Plunge Pools Above the Falls) A steep 15–20‑minute climb up the new stone‑stepped track leads to the famed upper rock pools—a series of clear, terraced “infinity” pools that spill gently over smooth sandstone. Here, visitors can soak in waist‑deep water while gazing across Kakadu’s vast stone country, woodlands, and winding waterways. The elevated perch makes these pools a favourite for sunrise and sunset, rewarding the effort with panoramic views, solitude, and some of the park’s most iconic photo opportunities.
2
km
return
90
mins
Jim Jim Falls
Immerse yourself in rugged natural surroundings as you navigate challenging walking tracks to the Arnhem Land plateau. Jim Jim Falls features a 2 km return walk through monsoon forest and over boulders to a deep pool. The waterfall flows from the start of the tropical summer until mid-July.
2
km
return
90
mins
Maguk (Barramundi Gorge)
This dazzling waterfall spills from steep gorge walls into a pristine natural pool. A short monsoon rainforest walk delivers you to this stunning location where lush vegetation and beautiful wildlife is found. Rainbow pitas, emerald doves and spangled drongos are common here while endemic Anbinik trees – the biggest trees in Stone Country – find refuge in the forest. You emerge near the end of the trail into a bouldered river section. From here you can continue on the marked trail across the river to the main plunge pool set in an immense stone amphitheatre. Reach it via the Maguk walk, an hour’s drive south of Cooinda.
3
km
return
90
mins
Mamukala Wetlands
Mamukala wetlands is a bird-lover’s dream. This short walk allows bird-watchers to see an astonishing variety of bird life. Birdlife Nestled into the paperbarks is an observation platform that allows you to quietly view the birdlife, there is also a mural that illustrates the seasonal changes that occur throughout the year. With large numbers of magpie geese, kites, comb-crested jacanas, cormorants, willie wagtails, purple swamp hens, finches and kingfishers that congregate in this magnificent billabong this makes for one of the best birdwatching areas in Kakadu. If you are lucky you may even spot an agile wallaby or the occasional crocodile loitering around the edge of the billabong.
7.5
km
return
Motor Car Falls (Yurmikmik)
Surrounded by monsoon forest it remains one of Kakadu’s hidden gems despite being heavily photographed and featured in travel magazines for its beauty. Although it’s a bit of a trek at 7.5 kms return visitors find it well worth the effort. Head for the Yurmikmik walks to venture out to this Kakadu jewel. Along the walk look out for wallaroos and listen for the chorus of birds.
1.5
km
return
45
mins
Mt Cahill
A short walk to Mirral Lookout from the viewing platform atop Mt Cahill, one of only a few vantage points to view the floodplains below.
2.3
km
return
90
mins
Nourlangie (Burrungkuy)
A circular walk that takes you past an ancient Aboriginal shelter and several outstanding World Heritage rock art sites, that includes an impressive 'Lightning Man' image. A short climb to Gunwarddehwardde Lookout provides impressive views of Kakadu's escarpment and extensive savannah woodlands below.
6
km
return
6
hrs
Twin Falls Escarpment Walk
Twin Falls escarpment walk FEATURES: Hike to the top of the Arnhem Land escarpment, pass through monsoon vine forest and admire ancient sandstone formations from the lookout. Follow the creek to the track’s end. DISTANCE: 6 km return TIME: Allow 6 hrs GRADE: Difficult, marked track.
