Daily Archives: June 7, 2015

Up at 4:30am to race the sun to the Mitchell Falls and it was worth it. Passed a Bush Curlew and a couple of Tiger Quolls on the way. Crossed Big Merton Falls as the first rays of light appeared … Continue reading →

At dawn I took a quick walk up to the lookout that looks West over the Mitchell Falls. This is a spot gives  an appreciation of the size of the Kimberley landscape.  Dingoes could be heard howling in the sunrise … Continue reading →

It was a warm night with a small reprieve early in the morning till sunrise. Micro bats are still flying about as the sun rays start break up the night. It begins to warm up quickly so we make for … Continue reading →

We have breakfast with Margie and Robyn. We are visited by the local Little Egret. We head on North for the Mitchell Plateau. The is still plenty of water in the Drysdale River. A quick stop at King Edward Falls for a … Continue reading →

A slow start to the day on Charnley River Station. A leisurely simple breakfast then a short trip to the Donkey Waterhole for a swim. Despite the name these pools are clear, full of lillies and fish, they are beautiful: … Continue reading →

The dawn chorus of birds commences at the first glint of light. We find frogs and no toads, it’s good to see. The day warms up very quickly and we make our way South across the Drysdale River and onto … Continue reading →

We have a early start to commence our travel along the Munja Track. This is a rough track and we hope to make the Bachsten Camp but we see how we go. Our travelling companions are late and let us … Continue reading →

After breakfast we make a beeline for the Manning Falls. This involves a swim across the river or self propelled boat ride via means of a pulley. Despite the continued dry and warm weather the wildflower are out. The hibiscus … Continue reading →