Wuuyuru
(Bigge Island)
Wuuyuru Visitor Area

Natural Story

This is Argu Country – a large broken sandstone island with significant fauna including the endemic Monyjon (little rock wallaby). Mangguru (turtles) nest and Balngga (crocodile) tracks prevail.

Cultural Story

Wuuyuru is a resting place for Gayarra Wanjina Aarwarrndju – the boss for all this place.

To respect our cultural Law, no access along cliff face east past Wanjina Aarwarrndju.

Access

High tide landing at sandy cove. Restricted cave access – small supervised groups with no backpacks. The nearby Banangai (Prudhoe Islands) offer small vessel anchorage.