Northern Territory · Attraction
Burrungkuy (Nourlangie)
Lightning Man's ancient shelter
schedule 1 min read / Updated Jun 2026
Burrungkuy, widely known by its colonial name Nourlangie, is a sandstone outlier of the Arnhem Land escarpment that has sheltered Aboriginal people for tens of thousands of years. The Anbangbang gallery showcases Namarrgon the Lightning Man and other creation ancestors, alongside x-ray paintings of animals and depictions of European sailing ships from the time of first contact. A flat, accessible path links the main gallery, Anbangbang shelter and Kunwarddewardde Lookout.
Burrungkuy is one of the most visited and best-interpreted rock art sites in Kakadu. The main gallery at Anbangbang is wheelchair accessible, making it one of the most inclusive cultural experiences in the park. Rock art and archaeological evidence at the site document environmental and social changes spanning some 20,000 years.
The site is open year-round, a practical advantage over some of Kakadu's more remote attractions. From the Kunwarddewardde Lookout visitors can gaze across the stone country towards the escarpment, the same view that sheltered generations of Aboriginal people during the monsoon season. Rangers periodically lead guided talks at the site.
Visitors should remain on marked paths and refrain from touching the paintings. Photography is welcomed but must be done with respect for the cultural significance of the images. Gates open at 7 am and close at 7 pm daily.
Scenic views
Lookouts near Burrungkuy (Nourlangie).
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