The essential
Kakadu experience
Image by Paul Arnold Photography
For further information or to make a booking: CALL 1800 500 401 | reservations@yellowwater.com.au | www.kakadutourism.com Kakadu Tourism
Kakadu Crocodile Hotel
Cooinda Lodge
Kakadu Tourism is Indigenous owned
Spirit of Kakadu Adventure Tours
Yellow Water Cruises
Warradjan Cultural Centre
Yellow Water Camping
Yellow Water Under the Stars
Yellow Water Fishing
Journey Kakadu’s most famous wetland... The Indigenous owned Yellow Water Cruises takes you on a discovery tour through the world famousYellow Water Billabong. Operating year round, sunrise to sunset, the cruise winds its waythrough distinct ecosystems of Yellow Water Billabong and tributaries of theSouth Alligator River.
Our experienced guides give fascinating insights into the abundant aquatic, bird and wildlife that inhabit the area. They also explain the Bininj people’s mythology of the flora and fauna, and the rich history of Kakadu’s wetlands. As the seasons and time of day changes, so does Yellow Water Billabong. April – October
November – March
Price
Cruise names
Departs
Cruise
Departs
Cruise
Adult
Child
Y1 GUGABELWI [goo-guh-bel-wee]
*06.45
2 hrs
*6:45
2 hrs
$99
$70
Y2 BA-RRUNGBIDBOM [bah-doong-bit-bom]
9:00
2 hrs
$90
$62
*6:45 cruise is inclusive of breakfast.
Y3 BA-RRUNGBORLEDMENG [bah-doong-borlet-meng]
11:30
1.5 hrs
11:30
1.5 hrs
$72
$50
Subject to availability and environmental conditions.
Y4 GA-RRUNGBANGMEN [gah-doong-bung-men]
13:15
1.5 hrs
13:15
1.5 hrs
$72
$50
Ticket price includes a transport shuttle to Yellow Water Billabong which departs from Cooinda Lodge 20 minutes prior to the listed cruise times.
Y5 WOLEWOLEH [wol-air-wol-e’]
14:45
1.5 hrs
$72
$50
Y6 BA-RRUNGYIBMENG [bar-doong-yeep-meng]
16:30
2 hrs
$90
$62
16.30
2 hrs
Magical Indigenous stories of the night sky... Join us for a magical night cruise on Kakadu’s most famous wetland, Yellow Water Billabong, and be guided only by the light of the night sky.
Aboriginal Australians were arguably the world’s first astronomers. Your local guides will speak the stories passed from generation to generation by local Kakadu clans, as well as other stories from around Australia that weave the rich tapestry of Aboriginal night mythology.
Departs
Cruise
Includes
Adult
Child (8-15yo)
Cruise only
$90
$60
$120*
$70^
19:45
1.5 hrs
19.45
1.5 hrs Cruise and dinner
* Includes $40 food and beverage voucher to be used prior to or after cruise ^ Includes $20 food and beverage voucher to be used prior to or after cruise Subject to availability and environmental conditions.
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The less accessible part of Kakadu... Spirit of Kakadu Adventure Tour
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See the less accessible parts of Kakadu with Spirit of Kakadu Adventure Tours. Take an exclusive off-road adventure to visit the waterfalls, swimming holes and escarpments of Kakadu. The Adventure Tour offers 4WD all day and half day tours (wet season only) and operates year round. Flexible itineraries change according to access and time of the year. The tour has a modern fleet of 4WDs and meals and refreshments are provided throughout the day.
6:45am pick up for Jabiru guests 7:30am pick up for Cooinda guests 5:30pm drop off (approx) at Cooinda 6:15pm drop off at Jabiru (approx)
*Note: This tour is not recommended for people who have a medical condition or children less than 8 years. This tour is only suitable for people with a high level of fitness and who are surefooted, fit and agile.
$205 for adults and $150 for child
Kakadu - Footprints of the Past This enlightening tour allows you to not only see the less accessible and amazingly scenic parts of Kakadu but also travel through time, exploring the historical wonders of Kakadu; a truly memorable experience. This tour is suitable for the less daring with easier access to locations and gourmet lunch provided. This informative tour focuses on the Indigenous, European, Mining and Pastoral history of the region, concluding with a spectacular finale; sundowners at an exclusive private billabong. Terms & Conditions Note: We recommend that you bring a small daypack to carry your personal belongings, sunscreen, swimwear, hat, insect repellent and water bottle. Tours and itineraries subject to change according to weather conditions
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See Yellow Waters through Paul Arnold’s eyes Take a private and intimate photographic sunset tour on the Yellow Waters Billabong. Paul Arnold is a professional landscape photographer specialising in capturing the remote areas of the Northern Territory. Paul is a passionate bushman and remote outback traveller, on this tour he promotes photographic art with a story, “Find it. Learn it. Shoot it”. Paul will personally assist with light/positions /compositions allowing you to capture Yellow Waters at its finest! *This tour is subject to availability and runs on demand from Jun 1st- Sept 30th, please enquire via Paul Arnold’s Gallery on 08 8941 6062 or at sales@kakadutourism.com
Natural beauty Surrounded by Kakadu National Park... Situated at the gateway to the world famous Yellow Water Billabong and spread beneath a canopy of trees, Cooinda Lodge provides the ideal base to explore Kakadu National Park and take an award winning Yellow Water Cruise. Relax by the lagoon style pool, enjoy alfresco dining at the Barra Bar and Bistro, relish in a superior dining experience at Mimi’s Restaurant or take a self-guided wildlife-spotting walk around the resort. From our private airstrip take a scenic flight for a spectacular birds eye view of Kakadu National Park or see the
Whether you’re looking for an air-conditioned comfortable lodge room with private courtyard, budget accommodation with camp kitchen, a powered site in our well appointed campground or space to pitch your tent Cooinda Lodge offers a range of facilities & accommodation catering to all levels of budgets. Indigenous owned Cooinda Lodge is central to major Kakadu National Park attractions including Nourlangie Rock Art Site, Jim Jim & Twin Falls, Yellow Water Cruises and Warradjan Cultural Centre.
How to get to Kakadu... DARWIN JABIRU MARY RIVER NATIONAL PARK HWAY ARNHEM HIG
KA KA DU H IG HW
For road access information visit www.environment.gov.au/ parks/kakadu or call us on 1800 500 401
less accessible parts of Kakadu on a Spirit of Kakadu Adventure Tour.
ms Approx 300k
KAKADU CROCODILE HOTEL
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YELLOW WATER CRUISES
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COOINDA TO
Approx 230 kms
TO PINE CR EEK
COOINDA LODGE
KAKADU NATIONAL PARK
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* For pricing information including terms and conditions visit www.kakadutourism.com
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