Kakadu National Park in Australian outback

Australia’s biggest national park, Kakadu presents travellers with a magical mix of rugged cliffs, lush greenery and 20,000 year old rock art. Mungguy are the traditional aboriginal owners of Kakadu. Backpacker tours to this vast world of natural wonder offers travellers a chance to discover tales of aboriginal culture that was bound intimately with nature and explore the awe-inspiring natural beauty of Australia’s outback.
Kakadu’s Aboriginal rock art dates back 20,000 years. You can reach the Ubirr sites through a circular walking track. And once you do you will be rewarded with some of the best examples of ancient x-ray art. If you visit the Anbangbang Gallery, you’ll be able to witness the stories of Dreamtime ancestors. Most Kakadu backpacker tours will involve a visit to an aboriginal community to allow travellers to learn about their ways of life.
Once you are familiar with the traditional owners of the land, you will be able to appreciate its beauty with new eyes. The park’s numerous waterfalls present breathtaking views and you can take a dip in one of the rock pools with view. Gunlom Falls and Jim Jim Falls are sought after swimming spots. During your tour, you may also come across curious sights such as giant termite mounds that stretch about 4 to 5 meters into the sky.
Take a cruise along the Yellow River to savour the ultimate wilderness experience. The park is home to an abundance of thriving flora and fauna. As you cruise along the serene waters of the river, catch glimpses of fearful saltwater crocodiles, whistling ducks and sea eagles that will hover up in the sky. The rich and fertile river is one of the best places to witness Australia’s wealth of wildlife. If you plan well, you could end your day with a sighting of a picturesque sunset.