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Das ganze Jahr über zugänglich und etwas mehr als 60 Autominuten von Darwin entfernt, bieten die Süßwasser-Billabongs, Papierrinden- und Monsunwälder dieses reichen Nationalparks hervorragende Möglichkeiten zur Tierbeobachtung, zum Angeln, Buschwandern und Fotografieren.
Besuchen Sie die Aussichtsplattform im Shady Camp, um flussaufwärts zu schauen, und Sie werden bestimmt eines der vielen großen Krokodile entdecken, die diesen Abschnitt des Mary River ihr Zuhause nennen.
Bewundern Sie die Vogelwelt von der Aussichtsplattform am Ufer des treffend benannten Bird Billabong oder folgen Sie dem Wanderweg zum Billabong selbst.Besuchen Sie die Aussichtsplattform von Mistake Billabong und beobachten Sie, wie sich das Leben auf dem Wasser vor Ihnen entfaltet.Halten Sie am Couzens Lookout an, um die Umgebung und spektakuläre Sonnenuntergänge zu fotografieren, oder besuchen Sie den Brian Creek Monsoon Forest, um den vielfältigen Monsundschungel zu sehen, der sich stark von den umliegenden Wäldern abhebt.
Der Park bietet viele Möglichkeiten und Orte zum Campen, Picknicken und Wandern, mit Einrichtungen wie Toiletten, Bootsrampen, Informationstafeln und historischen Markierungen.Es fallen Campinggebühren an und die Plätze müssen vor Ihrem Besuch online gebucht werden.
Sehen & Erleben rund um Mary River
Wildlife-spotting adventure
Stop where the Adelaide River crosses the Arnhem highway to join a cruise and see jumping crocodiles – huge saltwater crocs that rise from the water to grab the bait dangling from the riverboat.
Board a cruise of one of the wetlands’ billabongs to see this very busy and beautiful landscape from the water. Spot saltwater crocodiles among paperbark forests, introduced animals such as buffalo, wildlife including monitors and wallabies and the exotic birds that flourish in this rich ecosystem.
World-class fishing
Join a fishing charter to land the Top End’s most famous sports fish. The barramundi is plentiful in the Mary River wetlands. Anglers come from all over the world to fish for the famous barra at places like Shady Camp, Corroboree Billabong and the Adelaide River. Fish of up to 1.4m in size are landed each year.
There are many ways to experience NT fishing – stay in a fishing lodge and benefit from the knowledge and expertise of local guides, join a fishing day tour from Darwin or hire a boat and drive yourself.
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Being so close to Darwin, it's certainly possible to do Mary River as a one-day adventure. There are a number of tour operators who offer single and multi-day trips from Darwin to Mary River.
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No permits or passes are required to visit Mary River.
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Mary River National Park is famous for its wetlands and rivers, so a boat is the best way to see all the highlights. Another option is to take an airboating tour. There are a number of tour operators who can take you through the region.
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Mary River National Park is a one-hour drive from Darwin along sealed roads. Leave Darwin along the Stuart Highway and turn left on to the Arnhem Highway. You might also like to choose from one of the tour options to get you there.
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Mary River is about 1.5 hours' drive east of Darwin (150 km), and a 1.5 hour drive (140 km) west of Jabiru.
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Mary River is known for its vibrant birdlife, stunning wetlands, excellent fishing and abundant wildlife. Fish, reptiles, mammals and birds live side-by-side; it's literally teeming with life. Enjoy an airboat tour, helicopter ride or 4WD adventure. Try fishing for barramundi at Corroboree Billabong and Shady Camp.
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While the Mary River is not too far from Darwin, it's important to take proper precautions. If driving, carry drinking water, a first-aid kit and make sure the petrol tank is full. Sun protection, insect repellant, and appropriate footwear are essential. Fishing gear is a must for anyone keen on snagging a few barramundi, and avid birdwatchers should bring a pair of binoculars.
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Mary River is in the middle of the Top End, so you'll find May to October when the weather is dry and warm is the best time to get full access. There's nothing like experiencing the luscious wetlands from November to April. The 'run-off' from February to April is the peak season and the best time to reel in some barramundi. Tours and accommodation are available all year round.
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Mary River is the gateway to Kakadu National Park and Arnhem Land. If you've come from Darwin head on to see Jabiru, Gunlom, Jim Jim Falls, Yellow Water, the Ubirr Rock Art Site and other stunning attractions in Kakadu National Park. Arnhem Land is also accessible from the Mary River region but you will need a permit to enter the area.
