South Alligator River Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Jeffrey Gross
Photo by Jeffrey Gross
Photo by Laura Talbert
Photo by Laura Talbert
Aurora Kakadu Lodge

Aurora Kakadu Lodge

3.5 out of 5
Jabiru Drive, Jabiru, NT
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$200 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$200
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star holiday park in Jabiru. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (561 reviews)
"Nice room, good bathroom and cooking facilities."

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Aurora Kakadu Lodge
Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel

Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1 Flinders Street, Locked Mail Bag 4, Jabiru, NT
The price is NZ$425 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
NZ$425
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Jabiru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (998 reviews)
"When you stay at this hotel, remember that you are in the middle of nowhere. Considering this, the hotel is amazing! Food was very good and service and staff were amazing."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel
Cooinda Lodge Kakadu

Cooinda Lodge Kakadu

3.5 out of 5
Kakadu Highway,Jim Jim, Kakadu, NT
The price is NZ$687 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
NZ$687
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Kakadu. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (814 reviews)
"Loved everything and customer service was the best experienced"

Reviewed on 12 Jun. 2025

Cooinda Lodge Kakadu
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Corroboree Houseboats

Corroboree Houseboats

2.5 out of 5
Corroboree-Billabong Road, Marrakai, NT
Stay at this houseboat in Marrakai. Enjoy free parking, furnished patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Corroboree Billabong and Mary River ...
"Great being able to do a self paced tour around the billabong"

Reviewed on 7 Oct. 2022

Corroboree Houseboats
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Jim Jim Falls featuring a gorge or canyon

Jim Jim Falls

Hike a breathtaking trail through a gorge to reach these falls, which cascade from one of Kakadu National Park's most spectacular cliffs.

Jim Jim Falls
Kakadu National Park showing a sunset

Yellow Water Billabong

Experience quintessential Kakadu in these diverse wetlands, where you can spot kingfishers, crocodiles and dazzling constellations from a cruise ship.

Yellow Water Billabong
Ubirr showing a sunset as well as a large group of people

Ubirr

Learn about the local Aboriginal Creation story and see a breathtaking sunset at this ancient rock art gallery, set amid sandstone outcrops and stunning floodplains.

Ubirr
Nourlangie Rock

Nourlangie Rock

See dreamtime figures and learn about a deep cultural connection that spans thousands of years at this ancient rock art site on a sandstone escarpment.

Nourlangie Rock
Kakadu National Park featuring a gorge or canyon

Twin Falls

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Twin Falls during your travels in Kakadu. Wander around the natural setting or enjoy the area's restaurants.

Twin Falls
Kakadu National Park which includes interior views

Bowali Visitors Centre

After visiting Bowali Visitors Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kakadu. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Bowali Visitors Centre

Activities

Yellow Water Cruise

Yellow Water Cruise - Kakadu

NZ$115
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Yellow Water Cruise - Kakadu
Jabiru 60 minute Scenic Flight

Jabiru 60 minute Scenic Flight

NZ$283
per adult
Jabiru 60 minute Scenic Flight
Kakadu National Park Scenic Flight &Yellow Water Cruise

Kakadu National Park Scenic Flight &Yellow Water Cruise

NZ$1,362
per adult
Kakadu National Park Scenic Flight &Yellow Water Cruise
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