Northern Territory Tourism Blog

Information about visiting Barramundi Gorge (Maguk) in Kakadu

Posted on 12 October, 2017 in Kakadu, Tours, Top End Locations, Hiking, Birdwatching

If wandering through striking savanna landscapes, plunging into pristine natural rockpools, and setting off on a 4WD outback adventure sounds like your cup of traveller’s tea, you’ll get all that and more at Maguk (Barramundi Gorge). Located in the Mary River region of the Northern Territory’s sprawling Kakadu National Park, Maguk is one of the most authentic nature experiences on offer in the Top End...

Twin Falls Crossing - How to safely cross Jim Jim Creek in Kakadu

Posted on 28 August, 2017 in Kakadu, Top End Locations

Twin Falls is one of Kakadu National Park's most popular waterfalls, but it's also one of it's more difficult to access. In order to reach Twin Falls you'll need a 4WD with a snorkel as the drive takes you across soft sandy tracks and potential deep water crossing at Jim Jim Creek. Here's some information to make sure you reach Twin Falls safely next time you visit...

Visiting Twin Falls and Jim Jim Falls

Posted on 19 February, 2017 in Kakadu, Tours, Top End Locations

Twin Falls and Jim Jim Falls are arguably two of the most famous waterfalls within Kakadu National Park. They are located in a central region of the Park and are only about 10 kilometers apart so are usually explored together on the same day. Visiting both at once makes even more sense when you consider the drive in from the Kakadu Highway is about 2 hours in each direction...

Kakadu Tours for Seniors

Posted on 01 October, 2015 in Kakadu, Top End Locations, Seniors

We often receive enquiries from people about whether our tours are suitable for seniors. Our answer is most definitely YES!! At Venture North we offer a range of options for seniors including both small group tours and private charters (tailor-made tours). Most people know Kakadu National Park as a great touring option but we can take you even further off the beaten track...

1 Day Kakadu Tours

Posted on 13 August, 2015 in Kakadu, Top End Locations

We regularly have people enquire about whether it's possible to visit Kakadu National Park in one day. My answer is always the same; it's not ideal but it's definitely possible. For time poor travellers this may be your only option to see this magnificent National Park. If this is the case then a tailor-made tour from Darwin to Kakadu will help you get the most out of the day...