Kunnunurra – Travel Australia

Travelled 403 kms today @ 100 kph. Troy drank 15.9 litres/100kms.

We had an incredible flight over Lake Argyle, the Bungles and surrounding areas in the morning. Our pilot Matt from Kingfisher Air was extremely knowledgeable and provided a running commentary while we soared above. It was a fantastic experience that gave us a unique perspective from 3,500 feet above.

We left Kununurra after lunch and soon crossed the border into the Northern Territory. We set up Dora at the Mathison Rest Area (98 kms south-west of Katherine) and the moo-ing of the cows lulled us to sleep.

TOP TIP – bring along podcasts to listen to on those long uninspiring stretches of the great grey ribbon and/or good music that suits the scenery and mood (we began the first stretch of the highway with our Australian mix – e.g Paul Kelly, Hoodoo Gurus)

WA Air BunglesE — More of the Beautiful Bungles!

Travelled 457 kms today. Troy drank 16.1 litres/100kms @ 95 kph.

We stayed at Ivanhoe Caravan Park where the attendant was extremely helpful in booking us a flight over Lake Argyle and the Bungles.

Drove across to the local Mango farm for a delicious Mango and Chia smoothie, before giving Troy a good wash to get rid of (at least most of) the red dust that accumulates on the road and dusty tracks. We bumped into Lindsay and Marilyn, who were staying at the same Caravan Park, and we had lovely pre-dinner wine and nibbles at their swish abode.

TOP TIP – If you’re interested in saving over 15 cents per litre on diesel, seek out OrdCo on the corner of Mills Road and Weaber Plains Road. ($1.44 at the OrdCo compared to $1.59 at the cheapest servo in town).