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Twin Falls Region in Kakadu National
Park Northern Territory Australia
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Jim Jim and Twin Falls Area in Kakadu National
Park
To Jim Jim and Twin Falls. (Side trip of 130km return).
This is definitely 4WD only, it is very rough and
corrugated and is a slow trip. Track is closed during
the wet season and there is a deep water crossing
at Jim Jim that must be crossed to continue onwards
to Twin Falls.
Camping is only allowed/possible at end of Jim Jim
track at designated camp site. A newly upgraded camp
ground is at Jim Jim. Vehicle
access to Twin Falls only continues a further 5-10km.
In the past you had to swim
or use a lilo to access the Falls gorge. Now you must
take the boat shuttle service transfer approx $12.50.
Apparently ou can get tickets
of the campground manager at Garnamarr.
We are advised: You aren't
allowed to swim at Twin Falls plunge pool and beach
(Bowali Visitors centre11.10.2010 update). Not in
the gorge and not in the plunge pool below the falls.
The boat shuttle takes you
through the gorge and drops you near the falls. From
here you have to walk for like two minutes, over some
rocks and then over a boardwalk. You end up at a big
pool with a sandy beach at the bottom of the falls.
You end up at a big pool with a sandy beach at the
bottom of the falls.
Courtesy of https://www.parksaustralia.gov.au/kakadu/index.html
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Important: Before
trying the Twin Falls crossing check with Bowali Visitor
Centre for up to date information.
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Jim Jim Falls Area - Road Access
Access to the Jim Jim Falls area is by 4WD only.
Turn east off the Kakadu Highway 43km south of the
Bowali Centre. Engage 4WD and travel 50 km along
the Jim Jim Falls access road to reach the Garnamarr
Campground. Jim Jim Falls car park is an additional
15 km along the access road and Twin Falls car park
is a further 10 km after crossing Jim Jim Creek.
Your vehicle will require a snorkel to cross the
Jim Jim Creek. Check the road conditions before attempting
this journey.
A gate has been erected on the falls side of the
Garnamarr Campground (see map below) which is locked
from 8.30pm to 6.30 am for the safety of visitors.
We ask that you ensure that you leave the falls area
in time to reach the Garnamarr campground before the
gates are locked at 8.30 pm.
Allow 2 hours one way. Caravans are not recommended.
Please take note of the speed limits and drive
safely.
No rubbish bins are provided in the area,
including the campground. Please take all your rubbish
to the rubbish and recycling bins at the start of
the Jim Jim Falls access road, near the Kakadu Highway
when leaving the area. Important to note: During
the dry season Jim Jim Falls ceases to flow.
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Twin Falls Gorge
The Twin Falls Gorge Plateau Walk (dry season only)
This steep walk leads you to the plateau above the
Twin Falls. It features good views on the way to the
top and pools can be found along the creek above the
falls. Swimming in the pools is at your own risk - please
see the visitor safety information regarding crocodiles
and warning signs.
A moderately difficult walk | 6 km | 4 hours
Twin Falls Gorge (dry season only)
Access up Twin Falls gorge is by boat shuttle service,
a walking track over boulders and sand, and a boardwalk.
This walk is suitable for people who are fit and can
manage uneven terrain (large boulders, often slippery
with sand).
Allow about 2 hours return for the boat trip and walk.
The boat shuttle service charges a fee of $12.50 per
person, including the return journey (inclusive of GST).
Children under 16 years travel free. The service departs
at least every half hour (depending on demand) from
7.30am. The last boat service departs at 4.30pm and
returns to the carpark end of the gorge at 6pm.
DO NOT ENTER THE WATER IN
TWIN FALLS GORGE. ESTUARINE CROCODILES MAY BE PRESENT.
A moderate walk over boulders and uneven terrain |
2 hours return
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Twin Falls
Gorge
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Where to stay
Visiting Jim Jim Falls Area in Kakadu National Park
Garnamarr - Large Camping Facilities:
• Garrnamarr campground (dry season only, 4WD)
• This campground caters for up to 200 people.
• Facilities include showers and toilets, and there
is drinking water available. • The campground is locked
from 8.30 pm to 6.30 am for visitor safety.
Garnamarr Campground (dry season only, 4WD)
The Garnamarr Campground caters for about 200 people
and is located beside the Jim Jim Falls access road
about 50km from the Kakadu Highway. Caravans are not
recommended and trailers must be left at a designated
area near the campground and must not be taken to the
falls. Showers, toilets and drinking water are available.
Garnamarr Campground Camping fees
A campground manager will collect the camping
fee of $5.40 (known season's prices) per adult per
night (over 16 years of age). Please have correct change
as eftpos facilities are not available. See current
Camping fees and permits are at this external sublink:
http://www.environment.gov.au/
There is no booking system for the campsite. Places
are allocated on a 'first come, first served'
basis. It is advisable tocontact the Bowali Visitor
Centre to check on vacancies before driving there.
Communal concrete fire rings are provided at the campground.
Firewood must be collected on the way to the campground,
not within the immediate area of the campground. Parks
Australia and traditional owners encourage minimal use
of firewood and the use of gas stoves as an alternative
energy source for cooking.
The old camping area was converted into a day use area,
providing picnic tables and basic toilet facilities.
This area is also the starting point for the Budjmi
Lookout walk. Please do not enter the areas that are
being revegetated.
A gate has been erected on the falls side of the Garnamarr
Campground which is locked from 8.30pm to 6.30 am for
the safety of visitors. We ask that you ensure that
you leave the falls area in time to be at Garnamarr
before the gates are locked at 8.30 pm.
Rangers present regular free slide shows and talks
at the campground.
Category: 1
Cost: $10 per adult per night - Under 16 years
free
The cost will vary please see the parks link below for
current pricing.
Facilities:
• Water
• Shower
• Car park
• Picnic Area
• Public Toilet
• Our OBT Guide and Map book supplied with our Kakadu
4WD rentals thru
http://www.australia4wheeldriverentals.com/
has much more on Garnamarr.
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| Main Attractions - Jim Jim and Twin
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Jim Jim Falls Plunge Pool and Barrk Malam
walk (dry season only, 4WD Only)
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Turn east off the Kakadu Highway
43km south of the Bowali Centre. Engage 4WD,
travel 65km along the Jim Jim Falls access
road. Allow 2 hours one way travelling time
on the Jim Jim Falls access road, plus 1 to
2 hours to walk to the plunge pool and return
to the car park.
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Features:
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Jim Jim Falls Plunge Pool
- A 2km return walk through monsoon forest
and over boulders will take you to a deep
plunge pool surrounded by spectacular,
150-metre high cliffs.
- This walk is suitable for people who
are fit and can manage uneven terrain
(large boulders, often slippery).
- Allow 1 to 2 hours for this walk.
- Visitors who choose to swim at the Jim
Jim Falls plunge pool do so at their own
risk. Please note the advice on our visitor
safety page regarding crocodiles and all
crocodile warning signs on site.
- Do not enter the water downstream
of the Jim Jim Falls plunge pool. Estuarine
crocodiles may be present.
Plateau above Jim Jim Falls
- Barrk Malam walk
- A very steep marked walking route leads
to the plateau above Jim Jim Falls.
- This walk is suitable only for very
fit people, who can manage a very steep
climb in hot conditions.
- Allow 4 to 6 hours for this walk and
carry plenty of water. It is advisable
to start in the cooler hours of the morning.
Wear good walking shoes and appropriate
clothing.
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Twin Falls Gorge (dry season only, 4WD
with snorkel required)
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Access to Twin Falls is via
the Jim Jim Falls Road. Turn east off the
Kakadu Highway 43km south of the Bowali Centre.
Engage 4WD and travel 65km along the Jim Jim
Falls road. Turn right prior to reaching the
Jim Jim Falls car park and travel a further
10km to Twin Falls, crossing Jim Jim creek
on the way. A 4WD vehicle with a snorkel is
required for this crossing. Allow 2.5 hours
one way. Check the road conditions before
attempting this journey.
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Features:
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Twin Falls Gorge
- Access up Twin Falls gorge is by boat
shuttle service, a walking track over
boulders and sand, and a boardwalk.
- This walk is suitable for people who
are fit and can manage uneven terrain
(large boulders, often slippery with sand).
- Allow about 2 hours return for the boat
trip and walk. Swimming is not allowed
at Twin Falls we are advised
- The boat shuttle service charges a fee
of $12.50 per person, including the return
journey (inclusive of GST). Children under
16 years travel free. The service departs
at least every half hour (depending on
demand) from 7.30am. The last boat service
departs at 4.30pm and returns to the carpark
end of the gorge at 6pm.
- DO NOT ENTER THE WATER IN TWIN FALLS
GORGE. ESTUARINE CROCODILES MAY BE PRESENT.
Plateau above Twin Falls
- The track which leads the plateau above
the falls follows a steep, 6km return,
marked walking route. There are good views
on the way and pools can be found along
the creek above the falls, visitors are
not allowed to swim.
- This walk is suitable for fit people
who can manage a steep climb in hot conditions.
- Allow 3 to 4 hours for this walk and
carry plenty of water. It is advisable
to start in the cooler hours of the morning.
Wear good walking shoes and appropriate
clothing.
- Please obey all warning signs along
the way and keep a safe distance from
the edge above the falls.
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crocodiles are known to exist in Twin Falls
Gorge from time to time. Please note the advice
on swimming on our visitor safety page and do
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Picnic Area (dry season only)
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The picnic area is located along
the Jim Jim falls access road on the way to
Twin Falls, before the Jim Jim Creek crossing.
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This day use area provides picnic
facilities under shady trees. Toilet facilities
are also provided. Camping is not permitted
in this area. This is also the starting point
for the Budjmi Lookout walk.
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Budjmi (Bood-me) Lookout (dry season only)
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Starts at the Day Use / Picnic
Area near the Jim Jim Creek crossing.
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A 1km return walk to the top
of a rocky outcrop which provides great views
of the escarpment cliffs. Allow 45 minutes.
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4WD ToursCommercial 4WD tours are available to the Jim
Jim area in the dry season only. Tours can be booked
through your travel agent or at accommodation centres
in the Park with commercial tour booking facilities.Scenic
Flights
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Fixed wing and helicopter flights
are available from Jabiru East and Cooinda Airstrips.
Bookings are required.
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Kakadu Air:
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Telephone:
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Within Australia:
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(08) 8979 2411
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International:
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+61 8 8979 2411
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Telephone:
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Within Australia:
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(08) 8979 2444 or
1800 898 977
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International:
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+61 8 8979 2444
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Facsimile:
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+61 8 8979 2272
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Features:
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Flights provide the only means
of seeing the spectacular Jim Jim and Twin Falls
when they are in full flood during the wet season.
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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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Kakadu National Park - Seasons
But Australia's Kakadu sees seasons of varied extremes --
so varied, in fact, that the park's longtime aboriginal inhabitants
have divided the year into six distinct seasons.
• Kakadu
Seasons - Gunumeleng Pre-Monsoon Storm Season - Gunumeleng,
from mid-October to late December, may in fact last from a
few weeks to several months.
• Kakadu
Seasons - Gudjewg - Monsoon Season - Gudjewg, from January
to March, can be described as the 'true' wet season.
• Kakadu
Seasons - Banggereng - Knock 'em down storm Season - Banggerreng,
in April, is the season when the rain clouds have dispersed
and clear skies prevail.
• Kakadu
Seasons - Yegge - Cooler but still humid Season - Yegge,
from May to mid-June, is relatively cool with low humidity.
• Kakadu
Seasons - Wurrgeng - Cold Weather Season - Wurrgeng, from
mid-June to mid-August, is the 'cold weather' time; humidity
is low, daytime temperatures are around 30°C and night-time
temperatures are around 17°C.
• Kakadu
Seasons - Gurrung - Hot Dry Weather - Gurrung, from mid-August
to mid-October, is hot and dry.
Resources
• www.parksandwildlife.nt.gov.au/
• www.environment.gov.au/parks/
• www.facebook.com/RoadReportNT
• www.roadreport.nt.gov.au/
• www.ntlis.nt.gov.au/roadreport/
• www.toiletmap.gov.au/
• www.travelnt.com/
• https://www.northaustralianhelicopters.com.au/
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