Climate
The information on this page applies to Kakadu and the Kimberley. The climate in the Red Centre and Pilbara is neither as hot nor as humid for most of the year.
Our seasons are different -- no winter or summer here. The wet season (December-April) is a time of waterfalls and wildflowers. The warm rain is a pleasure to walk in, something that must be experienced to be believed. The dry season (April-September) brings clear skies and pleasant temperatures, weather so reliable that few people carry tents. The thunderstorms and sudden greening of the land make the Build Up (September-December) the most dramatic season of all. But.....
30°C. (86°F). There is no month in Kakadu or the Kimberley where a majority of the days do not reach 30°C or more.
Unless you live in a tropical climate, you are going to need time to acclimatise. Most people do this fairly quickly and enjoy our trips. Some people never fully acclimatise and find that our easiest trips are much harder than they expected. Everyone benefits from a bit of acclimatisation. For most people, the older you are, the more time you should allow yourself in the tropics before beginning the walk.
Fortunately, there is no need to exert yourself to the same extent as you would in a colder climate. Packs are lighter. Beautiful swimming pools are plentiful. Why rush? Relax and enjoy it.
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