Connection to Country

West Arnhem & Cobourg Peninsula

Gunbalanya (Oenpelli), one of the first stops east of Kakadu National Park, is an Aboriginal community where indigenous artists gather at the Injalak Art and Craft Centre.

The town of Maningrida, on the north coast of Arnhem Land, is famous for its indigenous art.

Join a safari tour to Mount Borradaile and Injalak Hill and be guided to witness one of the most stunning Aboriginal cultural sites in Australia. View galleries of ancient rock art paintings which depict the indigenous history of the clans and show elements of the Dreamtime.

Permits are required to visit Aboriginal communities and to fish in certain areas (Blue Mud Bay Registration). For information and applications visit https://www.nlc.org.au/permits