A 300km drive from Yulara to Kings Canyon – a walk in the park compared to the drive up here. We were amazed at how green and beautiful the countryside looked – obviously there has been plenty of rain. We have been incredibly lucky here and at Ayers Rock with the temperatures we have had – highest being 38.
Kings Canyon Caravan Park was huge, well set up and very quiet. It also had the nicest pool so far. The kids could have spent all day every day in the pool if they had their choice.
On Saturday morning Simon and Chloe headed off early – 6.30am to do the Kings Canyon Rim walk – a 6km walk, taking in the rim of the gorge, down into the gorge and then around the rim on the other side, taking about 2 hours. The temperature stayed low, so when Simon and Chloe got back, Donna went and did it (1/2 an hour quicker mind you!!). The start of the walk is incredibly tough – a very steep 600m climb to the top. Chloe definitely set the pace for Simon and her walk – those young legs have endless energy in them! We are very proud of Chloe doing such a tough walk and was such a nice Dad-daughter thing to do together. After a recharge at the pool, we all did another, much easier walk into Kathleen Springs. Flat the entire way. You can imagine we all slept very well that night!
While here, the kids have been very excited to see a fair few wild animals – dingoes (even at Kings Canyon Caravan Park), camels, horses, rabbits and heaps of birds, including eagles and their favourite crested pigeons and spinifex pigeons.
This morning (Sunday) we headed off early for a big drive south, hopefully we will get to Coober Pedy. We are looking forward to spending some time there exploring. We are also looking forward to finding some cheaper diesel. Fuel expenses have been BIG this week.
Despite the many hours of driving to get to Ayers Rock and Kings Canyon, it was well worth it – we have absolutely loved the experience.
We have driven 161kms today and have just passed our first car – so quiet up here!
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| Chloe the photographer! |
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| Start of the big walk |
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| Kathleen Springs |
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| Ben and his new friend the lizard - Kathleen Springs |
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| Old cattle yards on way to Kathleen Springs |
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| Sunset |
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