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Yellow Water Cruise - Kakadu

4.84

4.8(597 reviews)

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Overview

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The Indigenous owned Yellow Water Cruises takes you on a discovery tour through the world famous Yellow Water Billabong. Operating year round, sunrise to sunset, the cruise winds its way through distinct ecosystems of Yellow Water Billabong and tributaries of the South Alligator River.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Service animals allowed

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cruises are always subject to availability and environmental conditions

Guests in wheelchairs may need to transfer from the wheelchair into the boat.

What To Expect

Yellow Water Cruises

Cruise Kakadu's most famous wetland and see the billabong come alive. Located at the end of the Jim Jim Creek, Yellow Water is part of the South Alligator River system. This river system is unique as it is included in its entirity within a UNESCO World Heritage listed National Park. Cruise along with a knowledgeable guide who will provide commentary about the area and the various species of animals that call this waterway home.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Included

Kakadu National Park

Kakadu National Park is a must do with amazing scenery and wildlife within. Get your camera out for the beautiful colours of this vast land as you cruise along the river.

Admission Not Applicable

Options

4:30pm 2-Hour Cruise

Cruise departs at 4:30pm, available year round.

6.45am Yellow Water Cruise

9am Yellow Water Cruise

Yellow Water Cruise

11:30am 1.5-Hour Cruise

Cruise departs at 11:30am, available year round.

What‘s Included

Local guide

Cruise (either 1.5 or 2-Hours in duration depending on option selected)

Live commentary on board

Food and drinks

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Transportation to/from attractions

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Reviews

4.84

597 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

535

Relaxing pace
Steven V,Jun 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00
Nice relaxing pace with informative guide. Good variety of wildlife including crocodiles up close. Recommend the sunset boat.
Make sure this is on your list.
gerryn167,Jun 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Okay, so upfront, this is somewhat of an expensive experience. However it is one that is worth the money. Our particular boat captain and guide was very knowledgeable and very engaging. She clearly has a firm understanding of the various wildlife you will encounter on your cruise. So many interesting facts and highlights. As for the cross we sighted, keep your arms inside the boat!
Unforgettable!
Mick H,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guide was fantastic. Friendly and knowledgeable, unforgettable experience all round! We will be back.
Excellent
Mark W,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Relaxing cruise in the wetlands of Kakadu where we learned about the eco system whilst enjoying the scenery and wildlife.
Not to be missed
Rita C,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Definitely worthwhile. Our tour guide was very informative both with respect to indigenous culture and connection to Country & also the fauna and wildlife. Dennis was an excellent communicator with a dry sense of humour. The scenery and wildlife were spectacular & topped off with an equally spectacular sunset. The boat was sufficiently comfortable with plenty of vantage points. The whole tour was efficiently run.
A visual pleasure
Amy U,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
How can you not enjoy an experience like the Yellow water cruise. The waterways are magical, filled with birdlife, estuarine crocodiles and history. The guide was very knowledgeable; the boat was comfy enough the scenery was a great sensory reset. Tip if travelling with kids..... pack snacks, lots of snacks! 2 hours goes fast for adults immersed in the experience, however, for children, especially younger children, 2 hours is hard when hungry, tired and "bored".
Geelong mob
karynbarton25,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Had a great day yesterday with Gecko, very informative along with his humour made the day. We did the 11.30 tour. I would recomend this cruise. Good value for money.
Kakadu in a nutshell
745darren,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This tour would have to be a standout for our visit to the Northern Territory. Guide has so much knowledge and passion. The evening cruise is a must with the sunset finishing off the tour.
Great Australian wildlife experience.
Bruce C,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was a great experience. Our tour guide Dennis was brilliant. It was like being part of a David Attenborough Our Planet episode. It was great to see a variety of Australian wildlife including crocs and everything well explained (and funny).
Sunrise cruise was awesome
Dreamer53473770354,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What a beautiful way to experience what Kakadu has to offer. Very informative guides who are passionate about the area, with a good mix of aboriginal & modern history and nature.