New Kakadu boardwalk set to open in 2026

By PETER ROWE

The iconic Twin Falls gorge at World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park in the NT will re-open in 2026 after a major infrastructure upgrade.

Artist impressions  offer a first look at the new elevated and interconnected boardwalks and walkways that wrap around the Northern Territory site.

Minister for Indigenous Australians, Senator Malarndirri McCarthy said the park had long been one of the jewels of the Northern Territory, attracting visitors from all over Australia and the world with its spectacular natural beauty and rich Indigenous heritage.

“Working with Traditional Owners to ensure visitors can once again experience Twin Falls gorge will further enrich this experience and provide an added boost to the region’s tourism sector and the communities it supports,” Senator McCarthy said.

A new cantilevered staircase across the escarpment will give visitors a remarkable view of the gorge and the spectacular 150-metre-high waterfalls.

The day use area, amenities and car park will also be revitalised.

The project is part of the Australian Government’s $216 million infrastructure upgrade at Kakadu to help boost jobs and tourism.

The design has been developed in consultation with, and is supported by, Traditional Owners. Works are expected to start in the 2025 dry season.

Twin Falls is a significant site for Traditional Owners and one of Kakadu’s major tourist spots.

Sacred site clearance has been managed through the Aboriginal Areas Protection Authority in consultation with Traditional Owners.