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Guluyambi Cultural Cruise
Take in the wonderful pristine wilderness of this World Heritage landscape and culture as we leisurely cruise up stream. An Aboriginal guide provides you with an insight into their culture, local mythology, the riverās abundant food chain, traditional uses for many plants and animals as well as bush survival skills.
Jump on board one of the best Cultural Tours on offer. The Guluyambi Cultural Cruise is an acclaimed unique boat cruise operating on the scenically spectacular East Alligator River which separates Kakadu National Park and Arnhem Land. Ā Take in the wonderful pristine wilderness of this World Heritage landscape and culture as we leisurely cruise up stream. Ā An Aboriginal guide provides you with an insight into their culture, local mythology, the riverās abundant food chain, traditional uses for many plants and animals as well as bush survival skills. Ā Disembark on the Arnhem Land side of the river for a display of traditional hunting and gathering implements. The Cruise is limited to just 25 guests, the Cruise ensures an intimate and personal cultural experience.
- Experienced Aboriginal cultural guides
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- Breath taking East Alligator River & escarpment scenery
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- 100% Aboriginal owned and operated
- Count the crocodiles!
- Departing daily 1st May to 30 Nov at 9am, 11am, 1pm & 3 pm
2024 Rates Adults $84 AUD & Child $54 AUD (4 – 14 yrs) infants free
2025 Rates as of 1st April 2025 Adults $89 AUD & Child $56 AUD (4 – 14 yrs) infants free
Note 1: We reserve the right to modify the itinerary and cruise operations to an alternative water system if environmental and cultural issues prevent access to advertised waterway. Wet season operations are usually possible on Magela Creek.
Note 2: We reserve the right to use non-indigenous guides on this cruise on occasions where, for cultural reasons, replacement staff are required.
Getting to the Guluyambi Cultural Cruise: From the Arnhem Highway 5 km west of Jabiru , turn north onto the Oenpelli Road. After approximately 36 km turn off to the right following a sign to the Guluyambi Cultural Cruise and Upstream Boat Ramp (East Alligator River). This turnoff is about 400 meters before the Border Store. (Allow 45 minutes from Jabiru). The road is sealed all the way. Travelling time and distance from Darwin to Upstream Boat Ramp : allow approximately 4 hours, (300 km).
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The new Anbinik Suites with Balinese inspired indoor outdoor bathrooms are without question the nicest rooms in the Kakadu.
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Embark on the ultimateĀ outback adventure from the Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel and Cooinda Lodge, with iconicĀ attractions, tucker,Ā tours and cultural experiences on your doorstep.Ā Kakadu TourismĀ is Indigenous owned, and is the largest collection of facilities catering to tourism in Kakadu.
At the heart of the Kakadu experience is the fully-Indigenous owned operations. These modern caretakers inherited the land from their forefathers and are now sharing their ancestral knowledge to provide an authentic base to those who want to explore in this ancient land.
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NEW Alogohgarrng Night Tour!
Experience a unique stargazing journey aboard a Yellow Water boat equipped with a retractable roof. This setup provides exceptional views of the night sky, showcasing stars, planets, and constellations above Kakadu National Park.
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NEW Bush Tucker Tour
MAY-OCT | This new walking tour delves into the flavours of Kakadu, exploring Indigenous bush tucker and uncovering traditional uses of various local plants and their cultural significance to the Bininj (Indigenous) people.
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JUN-SEP | NEW Overnight Cultural Tour! Experience Kakadu through the Indigenous lens, visit traditional Aboriginal land and engage directly with the local community, while observing traditional cooking practices.
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Ochre Art Gallery stands as a testament to the Bininj/Mungguy (Indigenous) community, who are the traditional owners of this land. We are proudly situated amongst Mirarr Country, in the iconic and unique destination of Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel!
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Embark on a profound cultural journey into First Nations life with our Traditionally Owned Communities. Discover the rich history, culture, and bush tucker, and try your hand at traditional art and weaving.
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Bush Tucker Tour
This walking tour delves into the indigenous bush tucker, uncovering the traditional uses of various local plants and their cultural significance to the Indigenous Bininj people.
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Algohgarrng Night Tour
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Attractions you MUST see during your visit to Kakadu National Park. See places to swim, popular walks and sights to see in Kakadu
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Yellow Water Cruise
The wetland wildlife is awake and ready to showcase the very reason to visit Yellow Water Billabong.
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Kakadu Air Scenic Flight
Soar over the stunning landscape all year round and discover the breathtaking beauty of Kakadu National Park from the sky. Kakadu Air flights offer a unique perspective on the park's stunning landscapes.
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Warradjan Cultural Centre
Where traditional artistry has been practiced on Country for over 65,000 years. Warradjan holds an interactive museum, art exhibit and meeting place to sit on country with our Traditional Owners.
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Yellow Water Fishing
Try your luck at catching one of the territory's famous barramundi with a three hour fishing experience on Yellow Water Billabong or Home Billabong.
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Kakadu Adventure Tours
Visit the stunning vistas of Kakadu's landscape with an experienced and knowledgable tour guide. Itineraries can include Kubara Rock Pools, Motor Car Falls, Boulder Creek, Ikoymarrawa Rock Hole or Maguk.
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Cooinda Lodge is Murumburr Country and Mercure Crocodile Hotel is Mirarr Country. It's a privilege to celebrate the Indigenous roots of this land.
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands upon which we work and live. We pay our respects to Elders, both past, present and emerging and extend that respect to all First Nations Peoples.
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Maguk is Officially Open for 2024 Dry Season!
08/08/24 Blog
The wait is over! Maguk Falls (Barramundi Gorge) is officially open to visitors in Kakadu for the dry season!
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Experience Kakadu National Parkās Beauty During September and October Holidays with Exclusive Offers
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The upcoming September and October holidays present a perfect opportunity to explore the stunning Kakadu National Park.
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Wurrkeng Season, July to August - It's Officially Dry Time!
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Escape the winter chill and dive into Kakadu's tropical paradise! Enjoy the warm dry season as Yellow Water Billabong bursts with wildlife, offering bird watchers and photographers unparalleled opportunities.
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"Yellow water cruises at sunset in Kakadu is one thing you have to do. You board the boat at around 4 pm and enjoy the stunning sunset and the extraordinary wildlife. Crocs and abundant amount of bird life, buffalo are everywhere. The whistling ducks are very cute and the majestic osprey watching over the flood plains. Then the end of the day you can be mesmerised by the sunset and its breathtaking colours". Video and words from @kazmo_adventures [IG] #dokakadu #kakadunationalpark #yellowwaterbillabong #ntaustralia #wildlife #naturephotography
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Great News! Maguk has opened a few days early with the announcement coming from Parks today šš¼šš¼šš¼ #maguk #magukfalls #kakadunationalpark #dokakadu #waterfalls @ntaustralia @australia #ntaustralia
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š£Parks Have Announced Maguk Due to Open 9 August 2024! Maguk Falls (Barramundi Gorge), one of the parkās most cherished natural swimming pools, is set to reopen this Friday, 9th August. After a 600-metre section of the road was washed away during the late stages of the wet season, Kakadu Parks have worked diligently on significant road repairs. We appreciate your patience during this extended closure and thank the Kakadu Parks team for their hard work. We look forward to joining you for a long-awaited dive into these tropical waters very soon. Stay tuned! #dokakadu #kakadunationalpark #maguk #australia #ntaustralia @ntaustralia @australia
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š Join us August 17th to Celebrate Native Food and Local Bininj Culture šæ Plus receive a BONUS bespoke on-country bush tucker tour of Patonga Homestead that morning! Experience the world's oldest living Indigenous culture with the Bininj custodians of Kakadu on Saturday, August 17th, 2024. In collaboration with @kakadukitchen we invite you to a morning tour exploring native ingredients, followed by an enchanting four-course dinner event. Held on the beautiful Murumburr Country at Cooinda Lodge, the evening will feature native-inspired non-alcoholic cocktails, local storytelling, and traditional music. Spaces are limited, so be sure to book early! See website to book! #dirdinner #fullmoonfeast #dokakadu #kakadunationalpark #ntlife #australia #outbackaustralia
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Visit Warradjan Aboriginal Culture Centre and shop a selection of artwork saving up to 40% on original pieces. Warradjan Aboriginal Culture Centre is located in the centre of Kakadu National Park, approximately 1km from Cooinda Lodge. See you there! #artwork #aboriginalart #aboriginalartists #indigenousart #warradjan #dokakadu #seekakaduu #kakadunationalpark
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Yellow Water Cruise In Kakadu, NT: Visitor’s Guide
Hop on board a Yellow Water Cruise and get a taste of Kakadu National Park, a 20,000kmĀ² nature reserve in the Northern Territory that boasts a plethora of magical landscapes, from ancient rainforests to sprawling wetlands and everything in between.
The park is divided into seven distinct eco-regions, from East Alligator to Nourlangie and Yellow Water, each region has its own unique features and natural attractions.
In the heart of it all sits Yellow Water Billabong which forms part of the South Alligator River system, although there are no alligators in Australia. Theyāre all crocs!
The wildlife at the Yellow Water Billabong is second to none. Covering vast wetlands, it is home to numerous species of native creatures that thrive in this environment.
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OVERVIEW – YELLOW WATER CRUISE KAKADU
Visiting Kakadu National Park is an incredible experience.
Not only is there an extensive amount of history and culture to soak up in the park, but the landscape surrounding the Yellow Water Billabong is also one of the best places to experience all of it.
Whether you are on the hunt for wildlife, want to see some of Australiaās most surreal landscapes, or simply want to try your hand at fishing, the billabong has you covered.
To get to see the breathtaking area around the waterways from a different perspective, hop on a billabong cruise and discover the truly remarkable landscape.
The Indigenous-owned Yellow Water Cruises will provide you with a discovery tour through the dramatic scenery and ever-changing landscape of the world-famous Yellow Water Billabong that you will never forget.
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WHERE IS THE YELLOW WATER CRUISE
Yellow Water Billabong is part of the South Alligator River system, located at the end of Jim Jim Creek.
The river system is unique as it is included in its entirety within a UNESCO World Heritage-listed National Park.
This is one of the must-do cruises while visiting Kakadu National Park .
The cruise departs from Cooinda, which is 55 km from the township of Jabiru, the only town situated in the park.
Yellow Water Cruises operate exclusively on the billabong.
BEST TIME TO VISIT YELLOW WATER BILLABONG
The north of the Australian Outback has a tropical climate, meaning a distinct dry and wet season, so any time of the year has advantages and disadvantages to traveling around Kakadu.
The transitional periods between the dry and wet seasons April – May, and September – October are arguably the best time of the year to visit Kakadu National Park.
Between April and June, waterfalls are usually pumping from their wet season top-up.
At the end of the dry season, before the first rains, huge numbers of birds and lots of other wildlife congregate around the receding waterholes.
There are up to 6 cruises a day at various times with 1 Ā½ hour cruises and 2-hour cruises on offer.
The 2-hour Yellow River Cruise Kakadu is well worth it as they take you out on the billabong for sunrise or sunset, which are the best times to do the cruise as it gets very hot during the day.
Due to its popularity, I highly recommend booking your tour in advance to secure your spot on the boat.
You might even want to consider planning your trip to coincide with Kakadu Bird Week. There are special Bird Week cruises at 4:30 pm (1-3 September and 26-28 September), which focus on the vast birdlife around the billabong.
There are guided bird-watching tours through the East Alligator River, South Alligator River, Nourlangie, and Mary River.
The Crocodile Hotel and Cooinda Lodge both offer special discounts on accommodation during Bird Week.
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Prices for the tour are very reasonable, $90 per adult, $65 per child, and children under the age of 4 can participate for free.
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Meeting point for the yellow water cruise.
The meeting point is located at Cooinda Lodge Kakadu, just a 5-minute drive from the Yellow Water Billabong.
There is a large car park with plenty of free parking spaces available, as well as toilet amenities and a cafe.
A shuttle bus will pick you up from the front of Cooinda Lodge and chauffeur everyone down to the boats to begin the cruise.
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WHAT TO EXPECT ON YELLOW WATER CRUISES
This is one of the most popular and unique activities when visiting Kakadu and due to the ever-changing landscape, it will be a completely different experience for every tour.
Many people do two cruises at different times to experience and see the changes. The cruise moves super slowly, so thereās plenty of time to take photos from all different angles.
On the tour, you will be provided a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the Saltwater Crocodile in its natural habitat.
You will most likely see more of these impressive, prehistoric creatures than you can count and you might even spot a buffalo on the floodplains.
If you are a bird lover, Kakadu will be a paradise for you as it is home to one-third of Australiaās bird species. An impressive amount of 60 species can be found in the wetlands.
On the cruise, some of the birds you may encounter are Whistling Ducks, Magpie Geese, five different species of Kingfisher, Jabirus, and Brolgas.
Australian Geographic has voted Kakadu the number one bird-watching destination in Australia.
WHERE TO STAY IN KAKADU
Luxury: mercure kakadu crocodile hotel.
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FINAL THOUGHTS – YELLOW WATER CRUISE KAKADU
Whatever expectations you might have of this activity, I dare to say they will be exceeded and you will have the experience of a lifetime.
The magic of nature around Yellow Water Billabong is incomparable anywhere else and I guarantee it will be an adventure youāll never forget.
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This special 2-hr Taste of Kakadu cruise offers Indigenous inspired canapƩs as you glide upon the famous Yellow Water Billabong.
Hosted by one of our Senior Indigenous Leaders of the Murumburr Clan, Mandy Muir. Her knowledge and insight will enlighten you with stories of the local area and surrounds.
Yellow Water is located at the end of the Jim Jim Creek and is part of the South Alligator River system. This river system is unique as it is included in its entirety within a UNESCO World Heritage listed National Park.
Please meet at the Cooinda Lodge Bus Stop 20 minutes prior to cruise departure. The bus stop is located opposite reception and is well sign posted.
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- 4.30–6.30 pm, Saturday 25 May 2024
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Glide through Kakadu's waterways on an Aboriginal-run boat cruise - a great way to see the local wildlife and experience local culture. Cruise Yellow Water all year round and be mesmerised by the crocs, magpie geese, eagles and much more on this beautiful billabong cruise. In the tropical summer, travel the swollen Magela Creek - floating ...
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š Embark on a wild adventure at Kakadu's Yellow Water Billabong! šæ Experience the heart of Australia's largest national park on our award-winning Yellow Water Cruise. Glide through pristine wetlands teeming with incredible wildlife: ā¢ Spot massive saltwater crocodiles basking in the sun ā¢ Marvel at the incredible species of colourful ...
Day Cruises. 90-120 minutes. The wildlife-filled wetlands of the Yellow Water Billabong are among the highlights of the Kakadu National Park. On thisā¦. Recommended by 96% of travelers. from. $70. per adult. Reserve.
The Yellow Water Cruise is one of the must do cruises in Kakadu National Park. The cruise departs from Cooinda, which is 55 kilometers from the township of jabiru (the only town situated in Kakadu National Park). Sit back and relax on a guided cruise on the Famous Yellow Water Billabong. Yellow Water Billabong is located at the end of Jim Jim ...
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The wildlife-filled wetlands of the Yellow Water Billabong are among the highlights of the Kakadu National Park. On this cruise, enjoy up to two hours on the water and look out for wildlife including freshwater crocodiles, eagles, and ducks as you explore the scenic waterways. Read more. from. $69.22.
4. Darwin: Kakadu & Nourlangie Day Trip Plus Billabong Cruise. Explore the landscape of Kakadu National Park on a day trip. Discover mangrove-fringed coastal areas that blend into expansive flood plains, lowland hills flanked to the east by sandstone escarpments, all interwoven between various open woodland and forest habitats.
Wetlands made Kakadu National Park a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Yellow Water Billabong is one of the most beautiful. Join Indigenous-owned Yellow Water Cruises on a guided journey of discovery among crocodiles, eagles, and reflecting waters. The wildlife, like the light, changes throughout the day.
Birdwatching. Yellow Water Cruises will provide you with an intimate adventure tour that you will never forget. About one third of Australia's bird species are represented in Kakadu, with at least 60 species found in the wetlands. Whistling ducks and magpie geese are the most abundant. Eagles can be seen hovering searching for prey, and at ...
River cruising in Kakadu. River cruising. Weave your way through the mighty river systems of Kakadu National Park and discover an ancient landscape constantly changing with the seasons. Explore serene billabongs and lush wetlands from the safety and comfort of a boat. Taking a river cruise is a great way to get close to nature as you can spot ...
The Guluyambi Cultural Cruise is an acclaimed unique boat cruise operating on the scenically spectacular East Alligator River which separates Kakadu National Park and Arnhem Land. Take in the wonderful pristine wilderness of this World Heritage landscape and culture as we leisurely cruise up stream.
Limited to just 25 guests, the Cruise ensures an intimate & personalised cultural experience. . $54 - $180. Website. Email. 1800 525 238. Upstream Boat Ramp East Alligator River, Kakadu, Northern Territory, 0886, Australia. Information. Tours.
Departs daily 9am, 11am, 1pm and 3pm. The Traditional Owners look forward to welcoming you aboard! $84. Operated by Guluyambi Cultural Cruise. Book now. Website. Email. 1800 525 238. East Alligator River, Northern Territory, Australia.
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š Embark on a wild adventure at Kakadu's Yellow Water Billabong! šæ Experience the heart of Australia's largest national park on our award-winning Yellow Water Cruise. Glide through pristine wetlands teeming with incredible wildlife: ā¢ Spot massive saltwater crocodiles basking in the sun ā¢ Marvel at the incredible species of colourful ...
Photo: Kakadu Cultural Tours. Guluyambi Cultural Cruise is a unique boat tour on Kakadu's scenically spectacular East Alligator River. Take in the wonderful pristine wilderness of this World Heritage landscape as you cruise leisurely upstream. An Aboriginal guide provides insight into their culture, local mythology, the river's abundant ...
Yellow Water Billabong is part of the South Alligator River system, located at the end of Jim Jim Creek. The river system is unique as it is included in its entirety within a UNESCO World Heritage-listed National Park. This is one of the must-do cruises while visiting Kakadu National Park. The cruise departs from Cooinda, which is 55 km from ...
Full description. Explore the landscape of Kakadu National Park on a day trip. Discover mangrove-fringed coastal areas that blend into expansive flood plains, lowland hills flanked to the east by sandstone escarpments, all interwoven between various open woodland and forest habitats. Visit the Warradjan Cultural Centre to view the informative ...
This special 2-hr Taste of Kakadu cruise offers Indigenous inspired canapƩs as you glide upon the famous Yellow Water Billabong. Skip ... This river system is unique as it is included in its entirety within a UNESCO World Heritage listed National Park. Please meet at the Cooinda Lodge Bus Stop 20 minutes prior to cruise departure. The bus stop ...
Departs daily 9am, 11am, 1pm and 3pm. The Traditional Owners look forward to welcoming you aboard! AU$84. Approximately Ā£45.05. Operated by Guluyambi Cultural Cruise. Book now. Website. Email. +61 1800 525 238.
Yellow Water is a landlocked billabong brimming with native flora and fauna and is one of World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park's best-known landmarks. See the park's wildlife on board a Yellow Water Cruise or during a walk along the boardwalks on the water's edge. Known as Ngurrungurrudjba, the billabong is located near the small ...