South Alligator River

Jabiru NT 0886 (Pop under 2 000)

Jabiru was initially built to accommodate and service the nearby Ranger Uranium Mine. Located 256 km east of Darwin, it is owned by the Director of National Parks & Wildlife. Jabiru is completely surrounded by the Kakadu NP and today much of the town’s focus is on tourism, providing accommodation and selling Aboriginal artifacts. Severe flooding along the Arnhem and Kakadu Hwys may be experienced during the wet season (Oct-Apr). Wind Festival (music/dance/art). (Sept).

Tourist Attractions & Info:
Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn, Flinders St NT icon built in the shape of a 250 m crocodile.

Nearby:
Kakadu NP magnificient park of over 1 million ha featuring Nourlangie Rock with its rock art galleries (34 km south), Yellow Waters cruises (55 km s-w), Jim Jim and Twin Falls and the South Alligator River.

Accommodation:
In the area there are two lodges/motels, 2 hotels and 2 caravan parks. Visitor Information Centre: 6 Tasman Plaza. Tel (08) 8979 2548.

Airport:
Darwin International Airport (DRW), 1 Fenton Court, Marrara. Tel (08) 8920 1811. (250 km west).

Hospital:
Royal Darwin Hospital, Rocklands Dr, Tiwi. Tel (08) 8922 8888. (254 km west).