Kakadu National Park Looking Spectacular In The Wet Season


Every week, iPhoneography Oz invites one of its Instagram followers to cover a topic about Australian society. Today, meet @kaminipal. She posted this photo of the Kakadu National Park looking spectacular in the Wet Season.

iPhoneography Oz: Who are you in less than 140 characters?
kaminipal: Wanderlust, Scientist, Photographer.

iOz: Your photo from the Top End is fantastic. How would you describe the Kakadu National Park?
k: It's breathtakingly beautiful! The landscape, nature, fauna and flora is serene and captivating. You really get to see the true beauty that Australia has to offer in such places.

iOz: How much time should one spend in the area to be sure not to miss a thing?
k: It depends what you would like to do. The Top End has a lot to offer if you like nature. They have some great National Parks like the Kakadu. I think a week to two weeks on a road trip would be sufficient to touch base with a few of these places and take in the beauty the Northern Territory has to offer.

iOz: If you were stuck in Australia with an unlimited budget and a week in front of you, what would you do?
k: The Kimberley and Broome are on my next places to hit in Oz. I love nature so I would love to take in the most of by going to Karijini National Park, Bungle Bungle Range, watch the sunset over Cable Beach, see the Staircase to the Moon at Roebuck Bay and of course with a unlimited budget I'd love to go swimming with the whale sharks out at Ningaloo Reef. Could only imagine the amazing pictures from such a adventure!

iOz: What was one of the best travel experiences you've ever had in Australia?
k: Yes, the trip to the Top End was certainly one of the best I've had in Australia. I really wanted to see the true Australian outback, the true beauty of the outback and it gave me that opportunity.

iOz: What's your favourite photo on the blog?
k: Love the collection of photos from Coral Bay in Western Australia, snorkelling and ped biking.

iOz: What kind of photos can our readers see on @kaminipal's Instagram feed?
k: My instagram feed is photos of my life, experiences and travel adventures. The world through my eyes.

iOz: What will you be doing for the next hour?
k: Heading back to Sydney from a weekend of adventure at Jenolan Caves.

iOz: We're switching roles, ask us anything!
k: What motivated you to start a photography blog of Australia?
iOz: The desire to share our adventures and show Australia through a perspective that differs from traditional guide books or travel blogs.

iOz: A last word?
k: "There is only you and your camera. The limitations in your photography are in yourself, for what we see is what we are." -Ernst Haas

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Kakadu National Park


Kakadu National Park is a reserve of major importance, both for its natural and cultural treasures (its lands have always been inhabited for more than 40,000 years). UNESCO has also listed Kakadu as World Heritage in both categories. Covering an area of 20,000 sq km, it represents a complex ecosystem in which a surprisingly large amount of rare plant and animal species live together, just over two hours drive from Darwin. We did not spend to much time there but we still had the chance to discover beautiful places such as Maguk (photo). Do not make the mistake to spend too little time in the Park. There are many tour operators in the area. Joining a guided tour is probably the best way not to miss any of all its treasures, including Aboriginal rock paintings, in one of the world's largest concentrations. Note that the entrance is free. Jabiru, a small town completely surrounded by Kakadu National Park is really handy for refueling (visitors and vehicles).

Crocodile Safety


Spiders, sharks are snakes are just a few among the plethra of dangerous animals in Australia. In the north of the country, whether in Western Australia, Queensland or the Northern Territory, crocodiles are high on the list too, especially considering they are top of the food chain and humans are on the menu! They can be found almost anywhere there is water, in rivers, along coastlines, estuaries and even bodies of water that lie far inland. Admittedly, the creeks are beautiful and inviting, especially when it is hot. But before a swim, take the time to read the warning signs! One also wonders what important information has been hidden on this sign that was found in the Kakadu National Park.