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Approx. 350 million years
ago in the Devonian geological period a vast ocean covered most of the
Kimberley region. At Geikie Gorge, Windjana Gorge and Tunnel Creek National
Parks you can see the spectacular remnants of an ancient coral reef, thought
to be around 1000 km long and more than 20 km wide. Base yourself in the
town of Fitzroy Crossing, 390 km east of Broome. From here it is a three-hour
drive to Tunnel Creek and Windjana Gorge, and only 20 minutes to Geikie
Gorge. You will need to take a boat cruise down the Fitzroy River in order
to see Geikie Gorge. The banks lined with red river gums are wildlife
sanctuaries and off-limits to tourists. The gorge is one of the only places
in the world where you will find freshwater barramundi, mussels, stingrays
and prawns. Also watch out for the freshwater crocodiles. Boat tours may
not be operating in the wet season months between December and March.
Tunnel Creek and Windjana Gorge, although more difficult to get to (4WD
recommended), can be comfortably explored on foot. Camping is allowed
at Windjana Gorge only. |
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