Jim Jim Falls @ Kakadu National Park

Jim Jim Falls @ Kakadu National Park is one of Australia’s most beautiful waterfalls to visit with family. 

This plunging 140 - 200 m / 459 - 656 ft waterfall is the tallest in Kakadu. The whole family will be thrilled to explore this natural wonder of the Australian outback! 

During the wet season (December - May) and heavy tropical rains, the only way to see Jim Jim Falls is by air.

During the dry season (June - November), it’s possible to walk through the monsoon forest to the base of the falls through the Jim Jim plunge pool walk.

Please note that the access to Jim Jim Falls is by 4WD only.

Toilets are located at the Jim Jim Falls carpark.

Three hikes at Jim Jim Falls, Northern Territory:

• Viewing pool walk: 800 m (1-hour return), moderate-graded
• Jim Jim Gorge walk: 2 km (3 hours return), difficult-graded
• Barrk Marlam walk: 6 km (4-6 hours return), difficult-graded.

The short Jim Jim Falls walk is an adventure in itself. You'll go through the monsoon forest with the giant trees and over lots of boulders to a deep natural pool, all surrounded by the striking 200 m cliffs!

Your teens will be excited to see some exotic birds and wildlife and discover the rich culture of the local Indigenous peoples.

The falls are surrounded by lush vegetation and offer a perfect spot for picnics and family photos. 

The whole experience is an ideal destination for families looking for a unique and fun-filled adventure. 

Pack your bags and head to Jim Jim Falls, where memories and fun are guaranteed!

Kakadu entry fee

A valid park pass is required to enter Kakadu’s World Heritage wonders. Purchase park passes online. They're valid for 7 days. A standard pass price for an adult (16+ years) is $40 (dry season, 15 May - 31 October) / $25 (tropical summer, 1 November - 14 May). Learn more:

Safety in Kakadu National Park

Kakadu National Park is a wild place. Here are the safety tips to fully enjoy your holidays.

Jim Jim Falls swimming

Swimming is not recommended in Jim Jim Falls.

Jim Jim Falls dry season

Approximately June - November

Jim Jim Falls campground

Jim Jim Falls camping is available at Karnamarr Campground, just a 15-min drive offroad. Karnamarr Campsite is about 95 km from Jabiru, NT.

Jim Jim Falls dogs

Dogs are not allowed at Kakadu

Jim Jim Falls 2WD

Unfortunately, the road to Jim Jim Falls is only 4WD accessible.

Jabiru to Jim Jim Falls

It's about a 1.5-hour drive from Jabiru to Jim Jim Falls. From Jabiru, take Kakadu Highway towards Pine Creek for about 40 km, then turn left on Jim Jim Falls Rd following the road sign. Jim Jim Falls Rd is an unsealed 4WD accessible road for about 60 km. 

Getting to Jim Jim Falls from Darwin

To getting to Jim Jim Falls from Darwin, it can take up to 4 hours. From Darwin, take National Highway 1 towards Arnhem Hwy/State Route 36 for about 40 km, then turn left on Jim Jim Falls Rd following the road sign. Jim Jim Falls Rd is an unsealed 4WD accessible road for about 60 km.

Photo credits

A very special thank you to David Maddison, Abd Abo Naser and Joydip Roy (photos #3, 4, 5) for providing the amazing images.