After a rain drenching weekend based in Alice Springs (inside accomodation thank goodness) we have been able to hit the road again and have headed firstly to the West Mcdonnell Ranges and made our base at Glen Helen gorge in the camping grounds at the homestead. Its a great spot and the weather being cooler and calmer is a relief. There has been some flooding of the Finke River over the weekend so we cant walk all the way to the gorge at the moment and some of the roads we want to travel on are currently closed, so we will see how the week pans out. In the meantime, have some time to explore and enjoy this beautiful view and some of the other gorges.
More exploring of the gorges and creeks of the Western MacDonnell ranges with some hidden treasures. Not enough time to do all the walks on offer so just had a bit of a taster from each locatiin and still managed a few steps. Last spot Ellery Creek Big Hole was my favourite, would have been a great swimming holem but way too cold today. Didnt phase one guy who headed out in his wetsuit!
A proper bush camp at Chambers Pillar tonight after some adventurous tracks with water and mud left over from the weekend rains. Only ones at the campsite which is a bit unusual. So quiet except for the wind. Took the opportunity and did a sunset and night sky shoot of the pillar. Just a gentle breeze on the tent and a few night birds….this is bush camping.
Lots of campers at Rainbow Valley tonight, invited over to share the campfire with 2 couples staying the night. Sharing our journey so far and hearing a bit about where they have been. Its a cold one tonight, putting on some layers and the thermal insert in the sleeping bag.
About to head to dinner at the Chifley, our indulgence before tackling the Tanami track tomorrow!
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