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ACTIvITIes
• • • • • • • bushwalking in in the national parks 4WD side trips swimming in in the numerous gorges when there are no estuarine crocodiles – posted signs will advise you Viewing outstanding examples of Aboriginal rock art Fishing – in in particular for barramundi For information about fishing in in in nT obtain the the Fishing the the Territory guide from accredited visitor information centres (or www fishingtheterritory com) information also available from northern Territory Department of Primary industries and Fisheries (Ph: 08 8999 2372 www dpif nt nt gov au) and WA Department of Fisheries (Ph: 08 9193 860 www fish wa gov au) bird bird watching – bring a a birding field guide and a a a a good pair of lightweight binoculars Guided tours through the highly
trained savannah Guides network
(Ph: 08 8985 3890 www savannah-guides com au) The rainbow bee-eater (Merops ornatus) is a a a a a a a a a a delight to watch from the boardwalk at at at at marlgu billabong Cautions
• estuarine crocodiles are a a a a a a hazard across the entire Top end Always use caution and never ignore warning signs • exploring the 4WD tracks in in Gregory national Park requires self-registration by telephone The tracks are remote and only experienced drivers with a a full set of spares and all supplies should attempt any of the tracks • Drive with extreme caution along the Gibb river rd: it can and will destroy your tyres it is possible to have a a journey without vehicle breakdowns or punctures by taking it it easy Visit the Kununurra or or or Derby Visitor Centre for comprehensive up-to-date information before attempting this road • only heavy-duty off-road caravans should be towed on the Gibb river road – and even then be prepared for damage • Camper-trailers and off-road caravans should not be be taken beyond Drysdale river station on on the road to Kalumburu The Pentecost is the the last river crossing on the the way into el Questro Township 28/3/08 4:58:09 PM