How to get to Twin Falls and Jim Jim Falls on the unsealed 4wd
track in Kakadu National Park Australia
Also Maguk,
Moline
Rockhole, Gubara,
Motorcar
Falls, Gunlom
Falls and the secretive only a limited number of permits to
the publlic available Koolpin
Gorge.
The Twin Falls Gorge Plateau Walk (dry season only)
This steep walk leads you to the plateau above the Twin Falls.
It features good views on the way to the top and pools can be found
along the creek above the falls. Swimming in the pools is now not
allowed - please see the visitor safety information regarding crocodiles
and warning signs.
A moderately difficult walk | 6 km | 4 hours
Twin Falls Gorge (dry season only)
Access up Twin Falls gorge is by boat shuttle service, a walking
track over boulders and sand, and a boardwalk.
This walk is suitable for people who are fit and can manage uneven
terrain (large boulders, often slippery with sand).
Allow about 2 hours return for the boat trip and walk. The boat
shuttle service charges a fee of approx. $12.50 per person, including
the return journey (inclusive of GST). Children under 16 years travel
free. The service departs at least every half hour (depending on
demand) from 7.30am. The last boat service departs at 4.30pm and
returns to the carpark end of the gorge at 6pm.
DO NOT ENTER THE WATER IN TWIN FALLS GORGE.
ESTUARINE CROCODILES MAY BE PRESENT.
A moderate walk over boulders and uneven terrain | 2 hours return
Twin Falls Gorge
(dry season only, 4WD with snorkel required) The crossing is actually
concreted and a snorkle is required on your vehicle.
Twin Falls crossing blog:
Folks do not try to cross this unless you have advised your 4wd
darwin supplier and received advise on how to cross. Then if you
still wish to cross get a update from Bowali Visitors centre and
not least of all try to cross with another vehicle. Below is the
massive Isuzu and canter range 4wd tour bus from Adventure Tours
and this is much taller than your average lanadcruiser 4wd. Note
that only full sized 4 wheel drives are able to negotiate the deep
creek crossing between Jim Jim and Twin Falls.
For the latest up-to-date details, contact the Bowali Visitor Centre
on 0889381121 or +61889381121 - For all information on the area
of water above the falls at any time of the year you should contact
Bowali Visitor Centre or the rangers station in the area first (This
web site does not comment on this area due to safety concerns and
refers you solely to the proper official park rangers and visitors
information centre.).
Twin Falls Gorge (dry season only)
Where: Access to Twin Falls is via the Jim Jim Falls Road.
Turn east off the Kakadu Highway 43km south of the Bowali Centre.
Engage 4WD and travel 65km along the Jim Jim Falls road. Turn right
prior to reaching the Jim Jim Falls car park and travel a further
10km to Twin Falls, crossing Jim Jim creek on the way. A 4WD vehicle
with a snorkel is required for this crossing. Allow 2.5 hours one
way. Check the road conditions before attempting this journey.
Features: Twin Falls Gorge
Access up Twin Falls gorge is by boat shuttle service, a walking
track over boulders and sand, and a boardwalk.
This walk is suitable for people who are fit and can manage uneven
terrain (large boulders, often slippery with sand).
Allow about 2 hours return for the boat trip and walk.
The boat shuttle service charges a fee of $12.50 per person, including
the return journey (inclusive of GST). Children under 16 years travel
free. The service departs at least every half hour (depending on
demand) from 7.30am. The last boat service departs at 4.30pm and
returns to the carpark end of the gorge at 6pm.
DO NOT ENTER THE WATER IN TWIN FALLS GORGE. ESTUARINE
CROCODILES MAY BE PRESENT.
Plateau above Twin Falls
The track which leads the plateau above the falls follows
a steep, 6km return, marked walking route. There are good views
on the way and pools can be found along the creek above the falls,
where visitors may swim, at their own risk.
This walk is suitable for fit people who can manage a steep climb
in hot conditions.
Allow 3 to 4 hours for this walk and carry plenty of water. It
is advisable to start in the cooler hours of the morning. Wear good
walking shoes and appropriate clothing.
Please obey all warning signs along the way and keep a safe distance
from the edge above the falls.
Note: Saltwater (estuarine) crocodiles are known to exist
in Twin Falls Gorge from time to time. Please note the advice
on swimming on our visitor safety page and do not enter the water
in Twin Falls Gorge.
You aren't allowed to swim at Twin Falls
plunge pool and beach (Bowali Visitors centre11.10.2010 update).
Not in the gorge and not in the plunge pool below the falls.
The boat shuttle takes you through the gorge
and drops you near the falls. From here you have to walk for like
two minutes, over some rocks and then over a boardwalk. You end
up at a big pool with a sandy beach at the bottom of the falls.
You end up at a big pool with a sandy beach at the bottom of the
falls.
Important: Before
trying the Twin Falls crossing check with Bowali Visitor Centre
for up to date information.
For the latest up-to-date details, contact the Bowali Visitor Centre
on 0889381121 or +61889381121 - For all information on the area
of water above the falls at any time of the year you should contact
Bowali Visitor Centre or the rangers station in the area first (This
web site does not comment on this area due to safety concerns and
refers you solely to the proper official park rangers and visitors
information centre.).