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South
Alligator Region in Kakadu National Park Northern Territory
Australia*
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Main
Attractions:
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Mamukala
(Mar-moo-car-lar) wetlands
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Turn
south off the Arnhem Highway 7 km east of the South Alligator
River. |
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Mamulala
is beautiful all year but at its most dramatic in the
late dry season (Sept - Oct) when thousands of magpie
geese congregate to feed. An observation platform allows
you to view birdlife while a mural illustrates the seasonal
changes that occur during the year. Choose between a 1km
and 3km walk to see more of these fascinating wetlands.
Allow between 30 minutes and 2 hours. |
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If you
have more time
Gu-ngarre
(Goon-narr-ee) walk
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Starts
at the large banyan fig tree near the Frontier Kakadu
Village. |
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A
3.6km circular walk through monsoon forecast and woodlands
and along the margins of a billabong. Allow 2 hours |
South
Alligator River and picnic area
| Where: |
Near
the South Alligator Bridge on the Arnhem Highway. |
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Picnic
Tables and several places to view the river. |
| Boat
ramps: |
At
the northern end of the carpark |
Off the
highway (dry season only, 4WD)
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There
are two major four wheel drive tracks in the area: The
Waldak Irrmbal (West Alligator Head) track (which accesses
Two Mile Hole and Four Mile Hole) and the Red Lily and
Alligator Billabong track |
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Both
tracks take you to destinations suitable for boating or
bird watching. |
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Safety
Note:
Saltwater (estuarine) crocodiles occur in billabongs
and at the sea; for your safety do not enter the water
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Where
to stay
Aurora
Kakadu is equipped with motel rooms, restaurant, bars, BBQ
area, tennis court, cafe and general store. A swimming pool
is also available for use by guests only. Reservations are
recommended.
Telephone:
Within Australia : (08) 8979 0166
International: +61 8 8979 0166
Web Site: www.auroraresorts.com.au
Free camping
with basic or not toilet facilities is available at Two Mile
Hole, Four Mile Hole, West Alligator Head (Waldak Irrmbal),
Red Lily Billabong and Alligator Billabong. Drinking water
is not available at these sites.
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Services:
The Kakadu
Resort general store sells petrol, LPG gas, diesel, food and
souvenirs.
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Boat
ramps:
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| South
Alligator River. Day use area with boat ramp. |
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Permits:
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| If
you wish to conduct research or any commercial activity in Kakadu
National Park, or carry out certain recreational or other activities,
you will require a permit
to do so. Credits |
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