Birthday Waterhole is a semi-permanent pool on the Hugh River in the Tjoritja/West MacDonnell National Park.
It’s also an access point for Sections 4 and 5 of the 231 kilometre Larapinta Trail that extends from Alice Springs to Mt Sonder.
Large River Red Gums fringe Birthday Waterhole, which is an important ecological site. Waterbirds are attracted to the waterhole because of its large populations of desert rainbowfish, frogs and aquatic invertebrates.
Camping is permitted and access is by high-clearance four-wheel drive only. Birthday Waterhole is 14.4 kilometres from the turn-off on Namatjira Drive. Allow 1 hour driving time. There are no facilities at Birthday Waterhole so ensure you have all of your water and camping requirements with you.
Camping fees apply and campsites must be booked online before you arrive.
Pass information
If you're a visitor to the NT, you need an NT Parks Visitor Pass to visit most national parks and reserves. The pass allows you to visit all parks and reserves managed by the NT Government within your valid dates.
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Price per:
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1-day pass | 3-day pass | 2-week pass | 1-month pass | Annual pass |
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| Adult 18 years and over | $10 | $20 | $30 | $45 | $60 |
| Child 5 to 17 years | $5 | $10 | $15 | $22 | $30 |
| Family 2 adults and 4 children | $25 | $50 | $75 | $110 | $150 |
| Concession Holders of Australian Government issued Seniors Card, Pensioner Concession Card or DVA Card. | $8 | $16 | $24 | $36 | $48 |
NT residents don't need a visitor pass but may be asked to show proof of residency, such as a valid NT driver licence.
Buy your pass online or find out more about passes & permits in the NT.
Opening times
Open daily, 24 hours.
Entry cost
- Indicative Prices tickets from $10.00 to $60.00
Park entry fees - NT Parks Visitor Pass applies. (NT residents exempt). Camping and extended walk fees apply to all visitors - Child tickets from $5.00 to $30.00
Park entry fees - NT Parks Visitor Pass applies. (NT residents exempt). Camping and extended walk fees apply to all visitors
Activities
- Birdwatching
- Camping
- Hiking
- Walks
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