GUNLOM FALLS
This beach-view waterfall on Waterfall Creek is the most visited in Kakadu National Park.
Located on Waterfall Creek, one of the tributaries of the Upper Alligator River, Gunlom Falls is the only waterfall in Kakadu that is accessible without 4x4 during the dry season. The road is gravel, however, so take it easy. It is the most visited waterfall in the national park, when it is open. A dispute between Parks Australia and Aboriginal landowners over the desecration of a site caused it to be closed for three years.
The size of the waterfall may vary with the seasons, but the view from the beach below remains magnificent all year round. Fans will recognize the spot where Crocodile Dundee spears a barramundi with an assegai. From the billabong, a 20-minute walk through the rocks and bush takes you to the top of the falls, where you can bathe in the clear waters of the waterfall and admire the southern part of Kakadu National Park. It's a signposted path and a steep climb, but the view from the top is breathtaking. One of the best photos of your stay in the NT. Small waterholes make pleasant breaks for relaxing in the water before reaching the top of the falls. There are also picnic areas, where you can prepare the traditional barbecue. Toilets are also available.
The more adventurous will want to head for Yurmikmik, but be warned that some areas require an additional permit, which must be applied for at least a week in advance on the Parks Australia website.
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La piscine au pied de la cascade est agréable mais la baignade n'est pas recommandée en raison du risque de présence de crocodiles.
Par contre, il est intéressant de monter au sommet de la cascade, même si le chemin est très raide : du haut on jouit d'une magnifique vue sur le parc, et on peut se baigner dans les piscines naturelles en toute tranquillité.
En bas se trouve un agréable espace vert où l'on peut pique niquer.
aus coloured water green and ballde until the top of the fall allows you to discover many small " piscines" and wonderful views of the aborigines