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1. Kakadu National Park

Kakadu National Park is the largest national park in Australia, a vast protected wilderness of waterfalls, cliffs, wetlands and savannah woodlands. The complex of ecosystems supports a wide variety of plant and wildlife, including crocodiles, turtles and nearly 300 bird species. Hike through floodplains and along plateaus, go crocodile spotting and study ancient cave paintings and rock art to learn about the park's Aboriginal heritage.

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2. Jim Jim Falls

Jim Jim Falls is a postcard-perfect cascade that feeds the Jim Jim Gorge in Kakadu National Park. Whether you embark on a guided or self-driven adventure, the Jim Jim Gorge Track is a must for any Kakadu experience.

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3. Yellow Water Billabong

Experience the serene beauty of Kakadu's most famous billabong. Take a peaceful wildlife-spotting cruise, fish for billabong barramundi or marvel at the spectacular night-time starscape above.

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4. Ubirr

Explore ancient rock art galleries, spot stunning tropical birds and take in magnificent views of the multihued escarpment at Ubirr in Kakadu National Park’s East Alligator Region. See fascinating paintings that date back thousands of years, depicting local Aboriginal creation ancestors and animals of cultural significance to the land’s traditional custodians.

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5. Nourlangie Rock

Rock art site and gain an insight into the rich culture of Kakadu National Park’s traditional custodians. Also known as Burrunggui, this ancient art gallery features fascinating paintings of animals and dreamtime figures, created by the Bininj up to 20,000 years ago.

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Recommended things to do in South Alligator

Number of things to do	2
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia	Yellow Water Cruise - Kakadu: NZ$128
Top 5 things to do	Yellow Water Cruise - Kakadu Early Season Waterfall Kakadu Full Day Tour
Half-day tours	Yellow Water Cruise - Kakadu
With kids	Yellow Water Cruise - Kakadu Early Season Waterfall Kakadu Full Day Tour

What to do in South Alligator

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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.

Yellow Water Billabong

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Warradjan Cultural Centre

Discover the hunting techniques, seasonal secrets and artistic heritage of the traditional Aboriginal owners of Kakadu.

Mary River National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Mary River National Park, a lovely green space in Point Stuart. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Mamukala Wetlands

Explore the great outdoors at Mamukala Wetlands, a lovely green space in South Alligator River. Wander around the natural setting or enjoy the area's restaurants.

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