Yellow Water (Ngurrungurrudjba) Wetland

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Overview

Highlights

Watch wetland life unfold from the Yellow Water boardwalk or take the award winning Yellow Water boat cruise which operates throughout the year. When the waters recede after the monsoon season, you can walk across the floodplains to a viewing platform on Home Billabong.

2.6 km walk to Home Billabong | 1.5 hours

See it: From a boat cruise all year round (fees apply). Boardwalk and billabong walk accessible July to November.

Activities

  • Bird watching
  • Sight-seeing
  • Walking

Facilities

  • Board walk
  • Walking trail
  • Car park

Important Information

Guidelines

  • Always do some research before heading out for your journey. Visit the parks website for up to date information on the current conditions. Ensure to check for any updates relating to any warnings that may be issued for the area, and check for the opening and closing times.
  • Ensure you observe all safety signs, and be aware that whenever you are near water in the park, there is a risk of crocs! Kakadu has Crocodile Management Zones to minimise risk to humans. Even in these zones you should be cautious. Crocodile warning signs and Crocodile Management Zones are not found everywhere.
  • Wear suitable footwear and always ensure to bring a hat and sunscreen to protect yourself from the elements when exploring the Northern Territory.
  • Plan ahead and ensure to take enough food and water for your journey.
  • Always stay on the marked tracks where possible. Never climb fences, they are there for your own safety.
  • Please consider the environment, take your rubbish with you or place in the bins provided. We want to ensure these beautiful places are still here for our future generations to enjoy.
  • National Park fees and camping fees apply. See parks website for more details.
  • Do not feed the wildlife.
  • Leave nothing but footprints. Take nothing but memories.

Photo & content credits: NT Government


Location & Supplier

Yellow Water (Ngurrungurrudjba) Wetland, Kakadu

Address: Yellow Water Wetlands, Kakadu, Northern Territory 0822

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