Crocodiles, Kookaburras and Indigenous rock art
Immersive yourself in Kakadu National Park at Cooinda Lodge, where cultural stories and biodiverse landscapes create a truly unique escape.
Location:
Set within the heart of UNESCO-listed Kakadu National Park, Cooinda Lodge offers direct access to the park’s treasures: Yellow Water billabong, Warradjan Cultural Centre, Jim Jim and Twin Falls, Nourlangie rock art and more. It’s about a three-hour scenic drive from Darwin, the capital of Australia's Northern Territory, a perfect blend of remoteness and discovery.
Rooms:
With 48 air-conditioned lodge rooms, plus 24 Outback Retreat glamping tents, there’s an option to suit everyone. Rooms include private verandas, ensuite bathrooms, tea and coffee facilities, and thoughtful touches for families or solo explorers.
Amenities:
The village-style lodge feels like an oasis, two shaded swimming pools (including a children’s pool), bistro-style dining at Mimi’s and Barra Bistro, a bar, convenience store, petrol station, laundry, playground and a tour desk to help you discover all that the region has to offer.
Activities:
Wake early for a magical Yellow Water cruise right from reception, go in search of crocodiles and birdlife, stroll to the cultural centre, hop on scenic flights or book excursions to waterfalls and rock art. It’s a base for both adventure and cultural discovery.
Sustainability:
Cooinda Lodge is woven into the surrounding landscape. Eco-sensitive design minimises ecological impact, and guests can explore bush-tucker and medicine trails, all supported by Indigenous knowledge.
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January
A month of extremely hot weather. Celebrate summer on Sydney’s beaches, explore the Great Barrier Reef, or enjoy the Australian Open in Melbourne. Tasmania is also perfect for hiking in mild weather.
February
Very hot, but lively in the southern parts of the country. Head to South Australia for the Adelaide Fringe Festival or Western Australia for the Perth Fringe Festival. Visit Kangaroo Island for wildlife and dramatic coastlines, or dive Ningaloo Reef for manta rays. Northern end is humid and wet.
March
Things start to cool down in the Southeast: enjoy Melbourne’s food and wine scene, hike the Blue Mountains. Alternatively, head north to spot wildlife in Kakadu as the Wet Season eases.
April
Visit Uluru for clear desert skies, explore Margaret River’s wineries, or catch whale sharks at Ningaloo. Tasmania’s wilderness is beautiful in autumn colours.
May
Ideal for the Red Centre and Top End: cooler and drier. Explore Kakadu and Litchfield. Southern states are great for city breaks in Sydney or Melbourne.
June
Ski season starts in the Snowy Mountains. Queensland offers sunny escapes, from the Whitsundays to the Daintree. Western Australia’s Kimberley region is at its best.
July
Perfect time for whale watching along the east coast. Explore Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef, or cruise the Kimberley’s remote gorges and waterfalls.
August
Northern Australia is dry and sunny: visit Darwin’s Mindil Markets, Kakadu, and Arnhem Land. Enjoy stargazing at Uluru or explore the Great Barrier Reef islands.
September
Spring blooms in Western Australia’s wildflower regions. Visit Perth, Rottnest Island, or Margaret River. Sydney warms up, perfect for harbour cruises and coastal walks
October
Great time for Sydney’s Sculpture by the Sea and whale watching. Visit Tasmania’s wilderness, or explore Melbourne and the nearby Yarra Valley wineries.
November
Early summer brings perfect conditions for the Whitsundays and Great Barrier Reef. Explore the Great Ocean Road or enjoy wine regions like Barossa Valley.
December
Celebrate Christmas on the beach in Sydney, Perth, or Adelaide. Watch the Sydney to Hobart yacht race. Catch the Ashes cricket tournament in either Perth, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane, or Sydney. Tasmania offers hiking, while tropical Queensland is lush and vibrant.
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