We spent a couple of nights inside the caravan park. We heard some horrendous stories about people leaving vans in the free camp outside the park. $45 pn We took the "bus trip" 4wd .It was $250 pp BUT if we had taken our car thru all the creeks etc and done a tyre we it would have cost us more. In addition to the tour we got lunch etc plus dinner at night and free nites accom in the park Fantastic
Take the bus tour into the Bungles and do all the bushwalks to really appreciate how unique this area is.
Nature is great and despite the long distance it is worthwile to go to. Especially Cathedral Gorge is so beautifull. Go early in the morning otherwise there are too many people and too hot.
Flew into The Bungles from Kunannurra on a light plane taking in the breathtaking views of the landscape but nothing can prepare you for the actual Bungles. The heat, the smells, the views, the experience was beyond description. Hiking down Piccaninny Creek, walking through some of the gorges, resting in the shade beside reflective ponds. The overall experience takes on a spirituality all of it's own.The return flight takes us over the Argyle Diamond mine finishing off an awe inspiring day..
We stayed at Bungle Bungle bush camp in a self contained cabin. We self catered but catering available. Bruce was very welcoming. Pool fabulous after a hot day enjoying Cathedral Gorge and the Domes. A must see.
This was fantastic for nature lovers, so many walks and so much to see. A beautiful full moon rose after taking stunning photo's of the Bungle Bungles at sunset and a dingo howled as we headed for camp, a magic end to the day.
Purnululu was the highlight so far of our trip to the Kimberley.The Domes were every bit as amazing as I'd heard, but there was much more that I hadn't heard of, especially Echidna - which with every twist and turn down the canyon just kept surprising (tip: keep going until you are absolutely certain you can't go any further).The camping facilities are good - basic but very clean toilets - and the roads are quite passable even in a 2wd (we were there towards the end of the dry season so I assume the roads can be variable).Highly recommended
The two-hour drive off the highway into the park (4WD only) is a joy in itself. Plan to change drivers at the turn-off, though, as you will want to be fresh. I wouldn't fancy doing this if you've already done 400km! But this place is wonderful - particularly recommend Cathedral Gorge and Echidna Chasm - both easily do-able in a day if you spend two nights in the park. Memories that I will take to the grave.
The road out is very rough so if you don't want to drive you can always take a tour 4WD bus trip out there! How ever you get there....just make the effort....you won't be sorry! It is the most spectacular geographical formations covering such a massive area and should be seen at some stage in your life. Don't leave out going to the Cathedral as it is incredible in its own right!
The rock formations and colours were amazing and quite unique. We really enjoyed the Cathedral walk and the walk to the Dome, although it was really hot when we did it. If we had known more about it in advance, we would have stayed overnight at the Caravan Park just inside the National Park gates, and done the walks as early as possible in the morning. Rough 4WD road in with a number of river crossings, that took us about 1.5 hours, but it was definitely worth it. There are tours that go from the Caravan Park into the National Park, and that's another option if you don't want to drive the track.