Are the Bungle Bungles in Purnululu National Park?

Are the Bungle Bungles in Purnululu National Park?

The world heritage listed Bungle Bungle Range is located within Purnululu National Park in the Kimberley region of Western Australia.

Can you swim in Purnululu?

In what is a first for the Purnululu National Park, Bungle Bungle Savannah Lodge, has been able to provide guests staying at the lodge with a swimming pool. Located adjacent to the Bungles Bar and decked dining area, this unique swimming experience is yours for the taking.

Is Purnululu National Park open?

Purnululu National Park is now officially open for the 2022 season!

Why is Purnululu National Park Significant?

The sandstone karst of Purnululu National Park is of great scientific importance in demonstrating so clearly the process of cone karst formation on sandstone – a phenomenon recognised by geomorphologists only recently and still not completely understood.

Can you drive to Bungle Bungles?

There is a caravan park at the junction of Spring Creek Track and the Great Northern Highway called Bungle Bungle Caravan Park, but it’s not in the Bungle Bungle, it is on Mabel Downs. There is still 53km to drive. You can fly into Purnululu by light aircraft departing from Kununurra or Warmun.

Do I need 4WD for Bungle Bungles?

Tip #6 – You don’t need a 4WD to see the Bungles The Bungle Bungle road is a very very bumpy 53km dirt road that can take up to two and half hours to drive. Perhaps jump on a tour from the Bungle Bungle Caravan Park or do a Scenic helicopter flight!

Are there crocodiles in the Bungle Bungles?

It adds to the sense of adventure! Luckily, you don’t need to worry about crocodiles in any of those creeks. The one below is the only crocodile that was ever spotted in Purnululu National Park…

Can you swim at Cathedral Gorge Bungle Bungles?

As there is also no rain, the roads and areas that are commonly cut off during the wet season due to flood waters, are open for public access. Though due to the small catchment area on top of the Bungle Bungle Range, there are no swimming options during the dry season as the water will have stopped flowing.

Why is Purnululu National Park important to Aboriginal?

“Purnululu has also been nominated for its rich Aboriginal cultural heritage spanning over some 20,000 years. The Park provides exceptional testimony to this hunter-gatherer cultural tradition which has survived to present day despite the impact of colonisation.

How was Purnululu formed?

About Purnululu National Park (Commonly called the Bungle Bungles) Fact # 1 : The Bungle Bungle range was formed over 360 million years ago when sand and gravel were deposited during the Devonian period. The sand was deposited by rivers flowing from the northeast.

Can you take a caravan into the Bungle Bungles?

Caravans are strictly forbidden on the Bungle Bungles access track. You can leave your van at the secure storage facility at Warmun Roadhouse.

Can you get to the Bungle Bungles in a 2WD?

Bungle Bungle Caravan Park Home. Only 1km off the main highway, you can access our park via 2WD . We offer cabins, safari tents, powered/unpowered sites and storage options for your caravan or trailer.

Can you swim with fresh water crocs?

Avoid: going too near freshwater crocs – although they are not aggressive like the saltwater crocodile, they can still inflict a serious bite. releasing chemicals in waterways. swimming in crocodile territory, although it is generally considered safe to swim near freshwater crocodiles.

Are there sharks in Lake Argyle?

Clean freshwater awaits all solo, duo or quad teams, no sharks, bluebottles, ocean rips or chafing, just a very pleasant 22 – 26 degrees in 980 square kilometres of lake to enjoy.

When was Purnululu National Park discovered?

Purnululu National Park

Purnululu National Park Western Australia
Established	1987
Area	2,397.23 km2 (925.6 sq mi)
Region	AU-WA
Managing authorities	WA Department of Parks and Wildlife

Is Purnululu National Park a desert?

Purnululu National Park lies in a transition zone between the arid desert environments of central Australia to the south and, to the north, the monsoon savannah environments of northern Australia.

How big is Purnululu National Park?

926 mi²Purnululu National Park / Area

Can I drive into Bungle Bungles?

To get into Purnululu National Park, you can drive or fly. The road is only suitable for 4WD vehicles and takes 2 -3 hours to drive the 53 km into the park from the Great Northern Highway. If you have the time and the inclination to adventure in by road, it is absolutely worth it.

How far south do Crocs go in WA?

It’s range now extends from Onslow in the west (one was even found as far south as Shark Bay and we note in the latest literature even Exmouth is now included in ‘saltie’ territory.) to Gladstone in the east.