Nestled near the spectacular Arnhem Land Escarpment in the World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park, Jabiru was established as a mining town in the 1970s.
It is the only Australian town set inside a national park, and is now the main service area for Kakadu, offering a range of accommodation and facilities. The Bowali Visitor Centre has plenty of information about Kakadu and you can collect your park pass at the Centre.
The town supports about 1,000 residents with the Mirrar people the traditional Aboriginal owners of the Jabiru area. The people of Jabiru take pride in their unique town and enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with fishing, camping, bush walking and bird watching as favourite pastimes. It has an Olympic size swimming pool, tennis courts and a challenging nine hole golf course.
Pass information
A Kakadu park pass is required to enter Kakadu National Park. Save time on your holiday and purchase your pass online before you leave home.
Note: Park passes purchased to visit the park between 1 July – 31 October 2026 will be charged at wet season rates. Find out more at Parks Australia
| Pass type | Dry season 15 May – 31 October | Wet season 1 November – 14 May |
|---|---|---|
| Adult 16 years and over | $40 | $25 |
| Child 5 to 15 years | $25 | $12.50 |
| Family 2 adults and 2 or more children | $100 | $65 |
| Concession Valid for senior, veteran, or pension cards | $30 | $19 |
| NT Resident Proof of residency required | Free | Free |
Passes are valid for 7 days.
Activities
- Birdwatching
- Camping
- Fishing
- Swimming
- Walks