1. Nitmiluk National Park, also known as Katherine Gorge National Park, is located in the Northern Territory of Australia. The park features a series of 13 deep sandstone gorges, plunging waterfalls, and the Katherine River, which flows through the park and offers opportunities for swimming, canoeing, and boat tours. The park also has significant cultural importance for the Jawoyn people, who have lived in the area for over 40,000 years. Visitors can learn about Jawoyn culture and history at the Nitmiluk Visitor Centre, which also offers interpretive exhibits and information about the park’s ecology and geology.
2. The park is open year-round, but hours may vary depending on the season. The Nitmiluk Visitor Centre is open from 8am to 5pm daily. The park’s phone number is +61 8 8972 1011.
3. Entry to the park requires a national parks pass, which can be purchased at the Nitmiluk Visitor Centre or online. A single day pass costs $16 per adult, while an annual pass is $42 per adult. The park is accessible by car from Katherine, which is approximately 30 km away. Guided tours and boat cruises are also available for an additional fee.
