Swimming Spots
Gubara
Free entry
Gubara is a six kilometre return walk past sandstone cliffs to shady monsoon forest pool. The grade is moderate and you should allow four hours to complete the walk. It is a pleasant place to spend the heat of the day and you'll be delighted by the multitudes of butterflies surrounding the pools where you can enjoy a refreshing dip after your walk.
Gubara is found nine kilometres in on the first road to the right after the Nourlangie carpark.
To enjoy this walk you must enter Kakadu National Park. An entry fee of AUD25.00, per person over the age of 16 years, for a 14 day pass is required.
Facilities
- Car park
- Walking Tracks
Free entry
Gubara is a six kilometre return walk past sandstone cliffs to shady monsoon forest pool. The grade is moderate and you should allow four hours to complete the walk. It is a pleasant place to spend the heat of the day and you'll be delighted by the multitudes of butterflies surrounding the pools where you can enjoy a refreshing dip after your walk.
Gubara is found nine kilometres in on the first road to the right after the Nourlangie carpark.
To enjoy this walk you must enter Kakadu National Park. An entry fee of AUD25.00, per person over the age of 16 years, for a 14 day pass is required.
Facilities
- Car park
- Walking Tracks
Gunlom Plunge Pool
Free entry
Gunlom, located on Waterfall Creek in World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park, is the magical combination of waterfall and serene plunge pool, with shady gums cooling the picnic areas. A steep climb to the top of the waterfall provides sweeping views of the southern-most parts of Kakadu National Park while you enjoy a relaxing dip in the crystal clear pools.
To enjoy Gunlom you must enter Kakadu National Park. An entry fee of AUD25.00, per person over the age of 16 years, for a 14 day pass is required.
Facilities
Free entry
Gunlom, located on Waterfall Creek in World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park, is the magical combination of waterfall and serene plunge pool, with shady gums cooling the picnic areas. A steep climb to the top of the waterfall provides sweeping views of the southern-most parts of Kakadu National Park while you enjoy a relaxing dip in the crystal clear pools.
To enjoy Gunlom you must enter Kakadu National Park. An entry fee of AUD25.00, per person over the age of 16 years, for a 14 day pass is required.
Facilities
- BBQ Facilities
- Car park
- Picnic Area
- Public Toilet
- Shaded Area
- Viewing Platform
Jarrangbarnmi / Koolpin Gorge
Free entry
Kakadu National Park’s Jarrangbarnmi / Koolpin Gorge is an area of restricted access and access is by permit only. Please refer to Kakadu National Parks website for details on how to apply for a permit.
Located in the southern part of Kakadu along the Gunlom road, Koolpin is known by some as 'The Jewel' in Kakadu’s Crown and is a very pretty gorge with great views from the top by the waterhole. Take a dip in the plunge pool, stroll through the scenic bush surrounds or enjoy a picnic by the water’s edge. The area is home to a variety of unique native wildlife, including many species of migratory birds.
To enjoy Jarrangbarnmi / Koolpin Gorge, you must enter Kakadu National Park. An entry fee of AUD25.00, per person over the age of 16 years, for a 14 day pass is required.
Facilities
Free entry
Kakadu National Park’s Jarrangbarnmi / Koolpin Gorge is an area of restricted access and access is by permit only. Please refer to Kakadu National Parks website for details on how to apply for a permit.
Located in the southern part of Kakadu along the Gunlom road, Koolpin is known by some as 'The Jewel' in Kakadu’s Crown and is a very pretty gorge with great views from the top by the waterhole. Take a dip in the plunge pool, stroll through the scenic bush surrounds or enjoy a picnic by the water’s edge. The area is home to a variety of unique native wildlife, including many species of migratory birds.
To enjoy Jarrangbarnmi / Koolpin Gorge, you must enter Kakadu National Park. An entry fee of AUD25.00, per person over the age of 16 years, for a 14 day pass is required.
Facilities
- Car park
Maguk
Free entry
Located an hour's drive south from Cooinda, in World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park, is Maguk a gorge within the Stone Country.
A 14 kilometre four-wheel drive trip, followed by a one kilometre walk, leads to a beautiful natural plunge pool at the base of the steep gorge walls. Nearby is the Maguk bush camping area.
After resting, take the short but moderatly difficult climb to the top of the waterfall where there sits crystal clear pools that are perfect for a refreshing dip. The panoramic view also makes the hike worth the effort.
To enjoy Maguk you must enter Kakadu National Park. An entry fee of AUD25.00, per person over the age of 16 years, for a 14 day pass is required.
Facilities
Free entry
Located an hour's drive south from Cooinda, in World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park, is Maguk a gorge within the Stone Country.
A 14 kilometre four-wheel drive trip, followed by a one kilometre walk, leads to a beautiful natural plunge pool at the base of the steep gorge walls. Nearby is the Maguk bush camping area.
After resting, take the short but moderatly difficult climb to the top of the waterfall where there sits crystal clear pools that are perfect for a refreshing dip. The panoramic view also makes the hike worth the effort.
To enjoy Maguk you must enter Kakadu National Park. An entry fee of AUD25.00, per person over the age of 16 years, for a 14 day pass is required.
Facilities
- BBQ Facilities
- Car park
- Picnic Area
- Walking Tracks
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