Wednesday, July 14, 2010

WA-Purnululu National Park and the Bungle Bungles





The very distinctive beehive-shaped domes soaring up to 250 metres above the planes and a network of deep gorges make this area a must see. The 54 klm four wheel drive track in from the highway winds its way across the Maple Downs cattle property before reaching the National Park. We had four water crossings which made the trip exciting for Mike but I always get a little nervous.


We camped in the park for two nights and lapped up the peaceful energy of the place. Each night we had a camp fire, met some other campers, swapped traveling stories and one night were lucky enough to watch a solar eclipse.
The best way to see places like this is to get out and walk through the gorges. While here, we went on four walks through the domes and gorges and by the time we left we felt that we knew the area well. The scenery is unique and the area is now World Heritage listed.

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