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Kununurra is such a great place to explore lots of destinations, which are only a day trip away. We have been blessed with a great camping spot at the edge of a lagoon where we have been able to canoe (until we heard there is a 3m saltie on the loose!), look for 'freshies' at night with the torch, marvel at the birdlife and enjoy magic sunset views every evening. We ventured north to Wyndham via a 4wd route and spent the day exploring the area. There is an amazing lookout with 360 degree views of the 5 rivers that join up at Wyndham before going out to the Carpentaria gulf. We drove out to an old boab tree which was used to harbour prisoners while awaiting transport to Wyndham. You could fit about 10 people inside it standing up! I've fallen in love with the boab trees - they are amazing and appear to have their own expressions, so we posed with a couple of them to copy their stance!!
A highlight of our journey has been a visit to the Bungle Bungles (now known as Purnululu) for 2 days. We were able to leave our vans at Kununurra and drive the 3 hours to the national park. We were warned about the 53km 4wd track into the park which could take 2 hours+ but were surprised to find that the road had been graded and was an easy 1 1/4 hour drive in! We camped in our tents and did as many of the walks as we could - even hiking 15km in one morning! The walks were spectacular and well worth the effort to be rewarded with the amazing landscape around us as well as the views at the end. God's creation is so amazing and we feel so priveleged to be able to be in the heart of such ruggedness. But, all good things come to an end, so, contentedly tired, we drove back to our campsite at Kununurra and are now preparing for our trip across the Gibb River road.
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RIchard Very Cool, Ive always wanted to get to the Bungle Bungles but sadly keep getting close but not actually there……..one day
Naomi & Bill If you're heading west, don't miss the Country Gospel Christian Centre, Halls Creek & the Wiltshire family. My sister & I went to AAO Conference with them years back. Our family (Scotts) knew Max & his first wife Beatrice (passed on) from childhood in Burdekin. A real insight into ministering in the community. Well worth a visit & a cuppa. Enjoy your journey.
David and Marj The scenery and wildlife sound amazing. We are thinking of you and pray that God will lead you in every endeavour. What exciting experiences you are adding to your lives!!! Much love, Marj.