Watarrka National Park, Australia

Watarrka National Park

Australia · Northern Territory · 600 m

Description

Watarrka National Park in the Red Centre of the Northern Territory is one of Australia’s most impressive natural landscapes and is best known for the imposing Kings Canyon. The park is characterised by sandstone cliffs rising up to 100 metres, deep gorges, secluded waterholes and surprisingly lush vegetation. Highlights include the palm-fringed Garden of Eden, the weathered rock domes of the Lost City and the spectacular Kings Canyon Rim Walk along the canyon rim. Watarrka combines the rugged vastness of the Australian Outback with an extraordinary geological landscape and the ancient culture of the Traditional Custodians of this land.

Length of stay

Recommended length of stay: 1 to 2 days (optimal 2 days)

Travel season

Best time to visit: June – July

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Highlights

  1. Kings Canyon Rim Walk
  2. Kings Canyon
  3. Watarrka National Park
  4. Garden of Eden
  5. The Lost City
  6. Priscilla's Crack
  7. Kings Creek Walk
  8. Kathleen Springs Walk
  9. Karrke Aboriginal Cultural Experience
  10. Kings Canyon Sunrise & Sunset
  11. Kings Canyon Scenic Flight
  12. Watarrka Stargazing
  13. Giles Track(Multi-day trip)

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