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The best waterfalls in Kakadu National Park

A hand-picked guide to 1 of the most stunning waterfalls in Kakadu National Park. Each entry below has our personal notes, photos, driving directions and the practical detail you need to plan a visit — from parking and hike lengths to swimming rules and the best time of year to go.

#1 · 200 m drop

Jim Jim Falls

Kakadu National Park · Northern Territory · Australia

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Jim Jim Falls, Northern Territory

Kakadu National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site covering 19,816 km²—roughly half the size of Switzerland. It's one of Australia's largest national parks and a sanctuary for countless native wildlife species.

Unlike Uluru, Kakadu doesn't have well-developed tourist infrastructure. Many of its most spectacular attractions are only accessible by 4WD, so if you're renting a vehicle, make sure to check whether the rental company allows off-road driving. The trip also requires a reasonable level of fitness, and with crocodiles found throughout the park, it's definitely not a place to take unnecessary risks.

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