Arnhem Land Injalak Hill Day Tour

Experience an ancient world hidden from most on this immersive Arnhem Land day tour to Injalak Hill. Travel from Jabiru into Arnhem Land, crossing the East Alligator River into a landscape where Indigenous culture remains at the heart of the land.

This small-group cultural tour offers rare access to a restricted region, where local Aboriginal guides share stories, traditions and knowledge passed down through generations.

Why Choose This Arnhem Land Tour

• Exclusive access to Arnhem Land (Gunbalanya) with permits and royalties included
• Indigenous guided walk through the rock art galleries of Injalak Hill
• Visit the Injalak Arts & Craft Centre, a non-profit Indigenous art centre
• Spectacular views across the Arnhem Land escarpment, floodplains and sandstone country
• Small-group touring in an air-conditioned minivan with a maximum of 16 guests
• Morning tea and lunch included
• Jabiru accommodation pick-up and drop-off

Crossing the East Alligator River

Your adventure begins at Cahills Crossing, the gateway between Kakadu and Arnhem Land. Cross the East Alligator River into the traditional lands of the Kunwinjku people, keeping an eye out for saltwater crocodiles along the way.

Injalak Hill Rock Art Walk

Led by a traditional Aboriginal guide, climb the slopes of Injalak Hill, home to an impressive collection of Aboriginal rock art. Along the way, your guide explains the stories and meaning associated with the ochre paintings, including X-ray style art and Dreamtime stories such as the Long Tom Dreaming.

The walk is over rocky, uneven terrain and requires a moderate level of fitness, good balance and agility. Along the way there are shaded sections and spectacular views across Arnhem Land.

Art and Culture in Gunbalanya

After the hill walk, visit the Injalak Arts & Craft Centre. Meet local artists, see traditional weaving and painting, and gain an insight into the living culture of the region.

Tour Details

Operating Days: Monday & Friday
Season: 22 May – 30 September
Departure: 8:30 – 8:45 am from Jabiru accommodation
Return: Approximately 4:00 – 4:30 pm
Group Size: Maximum 16 guests
Fitness Level: Moderate – walking is over rocky, uneven ground and requires good balance and agility
Minimum Age: 5 years

Tour Rates

Please note: This tour is not suitable for children under 5 years of age.

What to Bring

• Comfortable, closed-in, non-slip walking shoes or suitable walking sandals
• Water bottle of at least one litre
• Camera
• Insect repellent
• Hat and sunscreen
• Wallet for purchases from Injalak Arts & Craft Centre
• A sense of adventure!

Important: This tour requires a moderate level of fitness and good balance and agility. The Injalak Hill walk follows unformed pathways over rocky and uneven terrain, including uphill sections without handrails.

In rare circumstances, Indigenous guides may be unavailable due to cultural or community obligations.

Looking for this experience from Darwin? View our Arnhem Land tour departing Darwin.