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Cahills Crossing - NT 

River Crossing 
PlaceID14358
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Latitude12.42622º S 12º 25' 34.4" S
Longitude132.9653º E 132º 57' 55.09" E
Altitude14m
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 Location of Cahills Crossing

From Oenpelli, 14.84kms SW (16.6kms, 39mins driving) Driving Directions
From Jabiru, 31.28kms NE (42.1kms, 1hr 38mins driving) Driving Directions
From Maningrida, 142.75kms W (222kms, 8hrs 54mins driving) Driving Directions
From Mcminns Lagoon, 201.6kms E (250kms, 4hrs 17mins driving) Driving Directions
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 Description of Cahills Crossing

Ford across East Alligator River where dangerous salt water crocodiles may be seen close - up or more safely from the track of the Manngarre Walk through a monsoon vine forest.

 Images of Cahills Crossing

The sign says it all
One of a dozen crocs sunbaking downstream of the crossing
Heading east back into Kakadu
Bats hanging upside down resting by day.
Cahills Crossing Oct 2008
Cahills Crossing Oct 2008

 Book Now: Things To Do

Scenic Flight over Kakadu and Arnhem Land - NT [30.4km]  
Activities 
Flying Scenic Flights
During this 1 hour scenic flight discover the magic of Kakadu National Park and neighbouring Arnhem Land.
Helicopter Flight - 45 Minutes - NT [30.55km]  
Activities 
Flying Helicopter Flights
On this 45 minute scenic helicopter flight take in the wonders of Magela Gorge, Dinosaur Valley, the Mikinj Valley, East Alligator River and Magela Wetlands located within th
Helicopter Flight - The Ultimate - NT [30.55km]  
Activities 
Flying Helicopter Flights
The ultimate helicopter adventure! During this 70 minute scenic flight discover the wonders of Kakadu National Park from a different perspective.
Helicopter Flight over Dinosaur Valley - NT [30.55km]  
Activities 
Flying Helicopter Flights
On this 20 minute scenic helicopter flight take in the wonders of the Magela Gorge and Dinosaur Valley, located within the World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park.
Scenic Flight over Jim Jim and Twin Falls - NT [30.69km]  
Activities 
Flying Scenic Flights
This is by far our most popular flight! Discover the magic of Jim Jim and Twin Falls during this 1 hour flight.
Helicopter Flight over Magela Wetlands - NT [30.83km]  
Activities 
Flying Helicopter Flights
On this 30 minute scenic helicopter flight take in the wonders of Mikinj Valley, East Alligator River and Magela Wetlands located within the World Heritage-listed Kakadu Nati
Scenic Flight over Kakadu Wetland Wonder - NT [30.96km]  
Activities 
Flying Scenic Flights
On this 30 minute scenic flight, discover what is known as the heart of Kakadu - the amazing wetlands. They are truly spectacular and are best seen from above.
Scenic Flight Kakadu Explorer - NT [38.23km]  
Activities 
Flying Scenic Flights
Viewing Kakadu by air is really the best way to experience this magical wonder. Enjoy a 30 minute scenic flight taking in the awesome landscape of Kakadu National Park.

 Places within 5km

Merl Camping Area - NT [1.11km]  
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Ubirr Rock - NT [1.81km]  
Point of Interest Aboriginal Lands,Communities National Parks,Reserves Walk Track Mountain,Peak,Hill
Ubirr Rock is a very scenic place and is located in the East Alligator region of Kakadu National Park.
Ubirr - Part 1 - NT [1.82km]  
Aboriginal Lands,Communities Toilet
Ubirr is one of Kakadu National Park’s two most famous Aboriginal rock art galleries. The galleries can be viewed by following an easy one kilometre circular walking track.
Ubirr - Part 2 - NT [1.82km]  
Aboriginal Lands,Communities Toilet
Groups of Aboriginal people camped in rock shelters around Ubirr to take advantage of the enormous variety of foods available from the East Alligator River, the Nadab floodplain, the woodlands, and the sur
Woelk (red Lily Lagoon) - NT [4.61km]  
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 Weather & Climate for Cahills Crossing

Closest Weather Station

Oenpelli at 09:00 08 Nov CST
Distance from Cahills Crossing 14.99km NE
TemperatureFeels LikeRel. HumidityDew PointPressureRainfallWind DirectionWind SpeedGusts
31.0°C -°C -% -°C -hPa 0.0mm E 11km/h
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Closest Climatic Station

Oenpelli
Distance from Cahills Crossing 14.99km NE
 JanFebMarAprMayJun JulAugSepOctNovDec
Mean Max. °C 33.132.532.934.0 33.332.132.133.7 35.937.437.035.0
Mean Min. °C 24.524.524.423.6 22.019.718.318.5 20.122.524.124.5
Mean Rain mm 339.8330.2280.980.5 14.32.42.30.8 4.925.8111.1225.3

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World renowned Kakadu has plenty to offer the international and local tourist. The diversity and many attractions including amazing rock formations, rare wildlife, Aboriginal art and fascinating escarpments are all part of Kakadu National Park. [Feature Story]

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