Can I take a hire car to Kakadu?

4wd car hire to Kakadu in Kakadu National Park is only available from Darwin | Australia 4 Wheel Drive Rentals | airport SUV hire. Plan your upcoming vacation so you’re trip will be a rewarding and relaxing holiday in Australia.

Can you drive to Kakadu in a normal car?

It’s true, you can drive to Kakadu National Park in any conventional vehicle and you will even be able to visit some of the park’s many attractions. However, if you would like to see some of the most popular attractions, such as Jim Jim and Twin Falls, you will need a 4WD.

Do you need a car in Kakadu?

We’ll be honest, to access the best parts of Kakadu National Park, a 4WD is essential. Many great spots are accessible in a 2WD. However, you won’t be able to access any waterfalls, gorges or swimming holes as they are all located on unsealed roads.

Can you see Kakadu in a day?

Yes, it’s possible to visit Kakadu in a day from Darwin however, you need to be prepared to spend a lot of time in transport. Ideally, you need between 2 and 5 days to explore Kakadu. It’s a big national park and there is a lot to see.

Is Barramundi Gorge open?

Maguk (aka Barramundi Gorge) is now OPEN!

Can you drive a campervan in Kakadu?

First things first, as Kakadu has a web of unsealed roads and a wet season, we suggest you hire a 4WD campervan for your self drive road trip. Britz has a range of 4WD campers for hire at their Darwin or Alice Springs offices and the team at Britz will guide you in your choice of vehicle.

What is better Kakadu or Katherine?

Kakadu is where to go for escarpment scenery, floodplains, crocs, birds, rock art. Katherine’s main point of difference is its gorge. All three have excellent walking trails, though I’d say Kakadu offers more spectacular options for fit folk, particularly those with the benefit of a 4wd that can get to some of them.

Is Kakadu or Litchfield better?

Go to Lichfield. It’s more compact and the attractions (and there are many) are therefore closer together. It’s also closer to Darwin, so less travelling means more time to enjoy the park. Kakadu you pay a fee now to enter, Litchfield is free.

Is Kakadu closed?

Kakadu National Park COVID-19 – Frequently asked questions To protect remote communities from COVID-19, Kakadu National Park is closed to visitors and other non-essential travellers until 11.59 pm 18 June 2020. This closure is under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Regulations.

Visitor site	Status	Progress
Main roads
Twin Falls gorge	Closed
Twin Falls plateau (escarpment) walk	Closed
Bilkbilkmi (Graveside Gorge)	Closed	Forecast to open late June