Kakadu National Park lies in the Northern Territory of Australia, on the Kakadu Highway, and is the country's largest national park. It covers around 20,000 square kilometres, a scale that makes it feel less like a single destination than a region to explore over several days.
The park is a UNESCO World Heritage site, valued for its Aboriginal rock art and for the wide range of ecosystems found within its boundaries. Visitors come to see ancient painted galleries set among the escarpments and to observe the varied landscapes that change with the seasons, from wetlands to rocky plateaus.
What a visit offers
- Rock art sites, where Aboriginal painting traditions can be seen in their natural settings.
- Diverse ecosystems, from wetlands and waterways to woodland and escarpment country.
- Long, unhurried days, since distances between points of interest are considerable.
Planning your trip
Because the park is so large, it is worth choosing a few areas to focus on rather than trying to cover everything. Check road conditions before setting out, as some tracks may be restricted depending on the time of year. For up-to-date information, you can call the park's office on +61 8 8938 1103.
Kakadu suits travellers who enjoy nature, landscape and cultural heritage, and who are willing to give the land the time it deserves.
