Dennis (Master of the Billabong)

Dennis has called Kakadu home for over 15 years, wearing many hats along the way. These days, you'll find him out on the water at Yellow Water Billabong, guiding unforgettable cruises through this breathtaking landscape.

Connect with culture

To Dennis, Kakadu isn’t just a place—it’s a living, breathing cultural landscape. Every billabong, rock formation, and paperbark tree carry a story passed down through generations. His connection to this land runs deep; it’s his home, woven into his identity.

On tour, Dennis effortlessly shares his deep knowledge of the land. While many visitors come to Yellow Water Billabong for the crocodiles, Dennis brings the entire ecosystem to life, expertly spotting local birds and naming them in language. For example, Marrawuddi is the Kundjeyhmi word for the White-Bellied Sea Eagle, a majestic bird often seen soaring over Kakadu and West Arnhem Land.

A lightshow like no other

Kakadu’s vastness is staggering— covering nearly 20,000 square kilometres, Kakadu National Park is a World Heritage listing renowned for both its cultural and natural values.

However, when the sun starts to set is when the magic really happens. As Dennis steers the boat into the open floodplain, the sky begins its nightly performance—streaks of orange, pink, and gold reflecting off the water, transforming Yellow Water into a painter’s palette.

A wildlife sanctuary

Kakadu is teeming with wildlife. Alongside its famous crocodiles, you’ll find an incredible array of birds, brumbies, wallabies, and buffalo roaming its diverse landscapes.

With over 280 bird species—nearly a third of Australia’s total—Kakadu is a paradise for birdwatchers. The wetlands come alive with the calls of magpie geese, egrets and jabirus, while whistling ducks paddle in tight formation. Sea eagles soar overhead, scanning the landscape for their next meal, completing the rich tapestry of life in this vibrant ecosystem.