Nitmiluk National Park
Covering more than 292,000 hectares, Nitmiluk National Park is located north-east of Katherine.
Its northern edge borders Kakadu National Park and shares the magnificent Arnhem Land escarpment.
Nitmiluk is home to the spectacular Katherine Gorge, a series of 13 sandstone gorges carved over a billion years by the Katherine River.
Its northern edge borders Kakadu National Park and shares the magnificent Arnhem Land escarpment.
Nitmiluk is home to the spectacular Katherine Gorge, a series of 13 sandstone gorges carved over a billion years by the Katherine River.
The impressive gorge walls and white sandy beaches can be explored on foot, by canoe or on a cruise and are stunning from the air on a scenic helicopter flight.
The Nitmiluk Visitors Centre, located at the start of the first gorge, is adjacent to a serene picnic area.
Previously known as Katherine Gorge National Park, the Park was handed back to the local Aboriginal people and renamed Nitmiluk, meaning 'Cicada Place'. The Park is jointly managed by the Northern Territory Government and the Jawoyn people in accordance with traditional Jawoyn law.
The Nitmiluk Visitors Centre, located at the start of the first gorge, is adjacent to a serene picnic area.
Previously known as Katherine Gorge National Park, the Park was handed back to the local Aboriginal people and renamed Nitmiluk, meaning 'Cicada Place'. The Park is jointly managed by the Northern Territory Government and the Jawoyn people in accordance with traditional Jawoyn law.
Aboriginal culture is strong in the area and there are many Aboriginal rock art sites dotted throughout the Park.
There are many adventure activities on offer in Nitmiluk National Park. It is a haven for nature lovers, with its rugged landscapes, dramatic waterfalls and lush gorges providing an abundance of flora and fauna.
There are many adventure activities on offer in Nitmiluk National Park. It is a haven for nature lovers, with its rugged landscapes, dramatic waterfalls and lush gorges providing an abundance of flora and fauna.
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