From Darwin to Kakadu in the Dry Season

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FEBRUARY 2020

FROM DARWIN TO KAKADU IN THE DRY SEASON

Kakadu National Park via northernterritory.com

It is nothing unusual to hear visitors to the

But with the dry season upon us (May –

Northern Territory say they were told not to

September), let’s take a look at where in

visit during the wet season because “it’s too

Kakadu you can visit with cheap car hire from

hot and it rains”. While that is true in some

Darwin. What surprises many visitors are

respects, Kakadu National Park can be

finding is that Kakadu really isn’t all that far

spectacular during both the wet season and

from Darwin – it’s just 3 hours via the Arnhem

the dry season.

and Sturt Highway.

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FEBRUARY 2020

It is important to remember that you will need

Spirit of Kakadu Tour

a park pass to enter Kakadu. You will need to purchase before you arrive in the park.

The Spirit of Kakadu tour is a full day 4WD tour that allows you to visit places that are only

Barrungkuy (Nourlangie) Rock Art Site

accessible

by

4WD.

Locations

may

differ

depending on weather, accessibility and road The Barrungkuy (Nourlangie) rock art site is an

conditions, but may include Maguk, Motorcar

absolute must-see when travelling through

Falls, Boulder Creek, Gubara Rock Pools and

Kakadu. Take a walk to the rock shelters and

Ikoymarrwa Rock Pool. If time permits, and the

discover the World Heritage-listed rock art by

tour is in the location, you may be able to climb

the Bininj people. During the dry season,

to the top of Gunlom.

rangers lead guided walks where they explain the diverse habitats, wildlife and significant

Due to the full day nature of this tour, it is

plants that you’ll find in Kakadu National Park.

recommended to stay nearby.

When in Barrungkuy, keep your eyes peeled for

Yellow Water Fishing

the chestnut-quilled rock pigeon, and the bark – or black wallaroo. You won’t find these animals

Feel like catching a barra? Organise cheap car

anywhere else on the planet.

hire in Darwin through Gecko Car Rentals, and you’ll be on your way! Yellow Water Fishing gives visitors the opportunity to catch a Yellow Water Barramundi. Fishing only with lures, your guide will show you how to cast, retrieve and even how to make your lure more attractive to the barra. With only 4 people at a time, this three-hour fishing tour is well worth booking in advance whether you are a novice or experienced fisherman.

Nourlangie Rock via parksaustralia.gov.au Yellow Water via parksaustralia.gov.au


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Scenic Flight There really is nothing like seeing Kakadu National Park from the air, and Kakadu Air provides a range of scenic flights over the park. Experience

the

changing

landscapes,

ecosystems, wildlife, and wilderness on a 30 minute

or

60-minute

scenic

flight.

For

something even more special book a sunset flight and watch the sky light up in orange and pink, while the sun sets over the park. One of the big benefits of seeing Kakadu National Park during the dry season is having greater access to areas, and having the chance to see wildlife you may not see during the wet season including wallabies, wallaroos, quolls, bandicoots, sugar gliders and more. The crocs also become more concentrated so you will have a greater chance of spotting one.

Kakadu Scenic Flight via kakadutoursandtravel.com.au

Kakadu National Park is an amazing destination during the dry season, so organise your cheap car hire and be on your way.


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