Bell Gorge

We had to scramble down into the gorge for a swim, but it was worth it! A stunning place to cool down and relax for the afternoon.

Tunnel Creek

With the temperature soaring and not being able to swim at Windjana Gorge, we welcomed the coolness of Tunnel Creek. It is a long creek-carved tunnel with a cave-in half way along which let in some light. It was very beautiful, very cool but quite unnerving stepping into dark water with croc’s eyes (freshwater obviously) reflecting in the torch light.

The Gibb River Road: Windjana Gorge

We were so excited to be starting on The Gibb and first stop was Windjana Gorge. There wasn't a lot of water in the gorge but there was definitely no swimming as there were over fifty freshwater crocs in a fairly condensed area. The highlight of Windjana Gorge was the sun setting through the gorge and watching thousands of flying foxes fly out to feed. As they skimmed the water for a drink on the way the crocs would snap at them... pretty cool!

Derby

We had a quick stop in Derby to stock up on supplies before the Gibb River Road and have a quick look around.

Cape Leveque

Cape Leveque is three hours north of Broome. The highlight of our trip was a fantastic mud crabbing tour with a local guy, Bundy. The kids made a spear and then off we went scouring the tidal creek for mud crabs. It was an amazing day that went on for four hours longer than it should have and ended with us cooking our catch (along with the fish Bundy's boys caught) on the rocks next to the creek. Combine this with more beautiful white beaches and amazing sunsets, its was one of our favourite stops!

Broom, broom to Broome

Having been to Broome on two separate occassions we knew we were going to enjoy ourselves. Tim unfortunately had to leave us to go back to Alice Springs for three weeks but Broome certainly looked after us well. Cable Beach is still as beautiful as ever and there were many free events to enjoy including The Festival of the Pearl and a performance by the Bangarra Dance Theatre.
We were very lucky to catch up with the McAvoy's from home, which was fantastic, and we also met lots of travellers, with lots of kids around to play with. We made some new friends (a special hello to my fellow blogger Felix and Milo, Poppy, Natalie and Doug, Jack and Tegan) and had lots of adventures that included dinosaurs, camels (thanks mum xo) and crocs!

80 Mile Beach

Another beautiful piece of Western Australian coastline! There were lots of shells and Lola spent hours walking the sand with her head down.