The Mighty Ord

Today has been spectacular. We set off with Steve from Silent Tours in Kununurra to explore the mighty Ord River. It did not disappoint in its beauty and its might. We spent 6 hours just us and Steve traversing this river’s ecosystem with its rich wildlife, birdlife, flora and scenery. Early morning over Lake Kununurra and the river Ord was the perfect way to start a day.
Spectacular gorges, cliffs and crevices surrounded us. Water lilies bloomed at first sunlight. Birds were in their paradise. From kites, kingfishers, ospreys, cormorants to my favourite new bird ‘ the Jesus bird’ which uses its three large toes to walk on lily pads! So cute.
We saw freshwater crocs sunning themselves and then sliding silently into the river on our approach. They really are quite shy and more afraid of us I think.
Steve took us on a gorgeous walk where we saw the tallest most majestic paper bark trees ever. I am still in awe of their majesty. On to a spectacular water fall and swimming hole. All to ourselves!!!!
My photos do this trip no justice and as I find myself apologising for crappy photography, I yearn to become a good one with some good gear ( any tips here appreciated)!
I would thoroughly recommend Silent tours with Steve if anyone is ever up this way.
Kununurra is a natural beauty with a dam that seems to have only enhanced the rivers eco system.
A late lunch at the Hootchery rum bar, some taste testing ( maybe a purchase or two) and an afternoon nap.
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