Croc spotting at Yellow Water
Important COVID-19 update – Visitor restrictions
COVID-19 safety measures remain in place at Kakadu National Park. The Northern Territory Government has implemented a number of health directions to keep the community safe.
It is important for travellers to keep up to date with the COVID-19 situation in Australia as it is continually evolving. Read more.
NT Health also encourages visitors to the NT to protect themselves against mosquitoes due to the presence of Japanese encephalitis.
Yellow Water Billabong
Sunset is a great time to be at Yellow Water (Ngurrungurrudjba) Billabong, it’s also a good time to spot some of Kakadu’s crocs.
Yellow Water (Ngurrungurrudjba) has a boardwalk and platform where you can safely look for crocodiles gliding through the waters, powering their effortless swim with their muscular tail, or sunning themselves on the banks of the wetland.
Tip: Boardwalk and billabong walk accessible July to November. See crocs from a boat cruise all year round.
Yellow Water wetland cruise
You’ll get a fantastic view of these ancient species from the Aboriginal-run Yellow Water Cruise – which runs all year round.
Once you’re aboard, the boat stops often for a better look at the many animals living in and on the wetlands, and for photo opportunities.
During the tropical summer the crocodile population disperses as the wetlands flood, so it’s harder to see them. In the heat of the day they also tend to spend more time submerged so try heading out at sunset or sunrise.
Staying safe at Kakadu
We want you to have a fantastic holiday that’s memorable for all the right reasons. Kakadu is a wild place – here are our tips to help you be Crocwise and stay safe, particularly near waterways!
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