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Explore the remote southern section of Kakadu National Park. You need a high-clearance 4WD to access these deep gorges and waterfalls.
This southern region features towering waterfalls and natural plunge pools. Most sites are only accessible during the dry season (May to October) via unsealed dirt roads.
Drive carefully on 4WD tracks, as rangers advise a maximum speed of 80 km/h. Always check the daily access report before setting out, as roads and sites close due to flooding or cultural reasons.
3-4 hours4WD required
A 200-meter waterfall cascades down red cliffs into a cold plunge pool. Reaching the water requires a hike over large boulders. You must have a high-clearance 4WD to drive the access track. This area only opens during the dry season.
2-3 hoursNo swimming
You access this deep gorge via a boat shuttle. The area features a sandy beach and a tall waterfall. Swimming is strictly prohibited due to saltwater crocodiles in the water. Bring plenty of drinking water for the hot gorge environment.
2-3 hoursCheck access report
This natural infinity pool sits at the top of a waterfall. It offers clear views across the southern plains of Kakadu. The site occasionally closes for cultural reasons. Always check the Kakadu access report before you drive there.
2-3 hoursForest hike
A short walk through a monsoon forest leads to this clear plunge pool. Steep gorge walls surround the water. Bring goggles or a snorkel to view small fish swimming beneath the surface. The water here is safe for swimming.
