Mamukala wetlands walk

From here, visitors can quietly enjoy views of the billabong and there is a mural illustrating seasonal changes.

The wetlands are full of life: magpie geese, kites, jacanas, cormorants, kingfishers, finches, and purple swamp hens gather in abundance. Kakadu is home to one-third of Australia's bird species, many found nowhere else. Lucky observers might also spot agile wallabies or crocodiles along the water's edge.

By late August, tens of thousands of magpie geese honk and dig for water chestnuts, creating spectacular sunrise and sunset displays as V-shaped flocks soar overhead. Traditionally, Aboriginal people hunted geese, snakes, and turtles here during this season. As the wetlands dry, geese crowd into shrinking waterholes, their feathers stained with mud.

Mamukala is perfect for those who love to sit quietly and watch wildlife. Photographers will find ample opportunities for close-up shots without disturbing the birds.

Grade 1 | 3 km return | 1 hour 30 minutes | The bird hide is wheelchair-accessible, and the first loop walk is unsealed but flat.

A park pass is required to enter Kakadu National Park. Save time on your holiday and purchase your Kakadu park pass online before you leave home.