Ubirrは、カカドゥ国立公園で最も有名な2つのアボリジニのロックアートギャラリーの1つです。
ギャラリーは、簡単な1kmの円形のウォーキングトラックをたどることで表示できます。
氾濫原の景色を望む岩だらけの展望に、適度に急な250メートルのトラックを登ります。上から見事で忘れられない熱帯の夕日をお楽しみください。 Ubirrで体験できるロックアートの3つの主要なサイトがあります。
Ubirrまでの徒歩は約1時間で、駐車場から円形のウォーキングトラックを経由して1kmです。展望台への登りにはさらに30分かかります。熱帯の夏の間はアクセスが制限されます。最新情報については、ボワリビジターセンターにご確認ください。
カカドゥ国立公園への入場には入場料が必要です。休日の時間を節約し、家を出る前にカカドゥパークパスをオンラインで購入してください。
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Ubirr can be done as a day trip from Darwin, but it is highly recommended to stay overnight in Kakadu National Park. There are several accommodation options in the nearby town of Jabiru, which is less than an hour's drive away (41 km). Alternatively, you can sleep in comfort at Cooinda Lodge, which is less than 90 minutes' drive (92 km) from Ubirr.
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You will require a Kakadu National Park Pass – a permit which gives you access to the region along with guided walks and information. The permit can be purchased online or in person at selected locations.
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Ubirr is easily walkable, with the hour long walk from the carpark only requiring a moderate fitness level. The climb to the lookout takes an additional 30 minutes and a bit more energy, but is well worth the effort with sweeping views of the surrounding floodplains.
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Ubirr is about 40 minutes drive from Jabiru, and 3.5 hours' drive from Darwin. The road is sealed, however it can become inaccessible between December and April due to heavy rain. When the road is flooded you can take a tour that includes a boat ride through this section, check the status of the road with the Bowali Visitor Centre or the Kakadu Road Report. If you don't wish to drive, there are a number of tours from Darwin which include a visit to Ubirr.
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The Ubirr Rock Art sites are just under an hour's drive north from Jabiru in Kakadu National Park. From Darwin, Ubirr is 3.5 hours' drive. The township of Katherine is approximately 4 hours' drive.
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Ubirr is famous for its sweeping views across the floodplains, which are best experienced at sunset. Ubirr is also home to the two most well-known Aboriginal rock artworks in all of Kakadu National Park. You can learn about the Aboriginal history of the region and come face to face with artworks of the Rainbow Serpent and the Namarrgarn Sisters.
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The walk from the carpark around the art sites at Ubirr takes approximately one hour so bring walking shoes and comfortable clothes, along with sunscreen, insect repellent, first aid kit, hat, camera and plenty of water.
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No matter what time of year you visit Kakadu National Park, there is something for everyone. The best chance of road access to Ubirr is from May to October. During the wet season (November to April) the road to Ubirr is often closed due to flooding, however you can still access the area by boat. Check out the Kakadu Road Report for daily updates.
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Ubirr is just one small part of the fantastic Kakadu National Park. From camping and exploring, to 4WD adventures and fishing safaris, there's plenty more to do in Kakadu National Park - some favourites include Nourlangie Rock, Yellow Water Billabong and Maguk Waterfall. Also, don't forget to check out neighbouring Arnhem Land.
