It is a long long way to go just to see what is on the other side!
As well as the usual convoys of trucks, there were lots of caravans out there, mostly going east. It was sort of nostalgically nice to cross cattle grids again, been a while since they were a regular feature of our travels.
We stopped at the Head of the Great Australian Bight and spent a couple of hours whale watching. Apparently that particular spot is one of the Southern Right Whale nurseries and we saw at least fourteen whales and calves. Fascinating creatures to watch and the new board walk that goes right to the edge of the Bight allows the illusion of being close to them as they feed and frolic close to shore in total safety.
Of course we saw the usual push bike riders crossing the iconic Nullabor. The total count for our trip was 13 going east and 2 going west. I am not sure if I think they are completely off their rockers or if they are the bravest of the brave to take on that part of this enormously arid and empty country.
The road signage included warnings to watch out for kangaroos, emus, wombats, cows and camels. Sadly we saw most of the same animals as road kill, including a camel!
We camped out for two nights and at one of the spots we stopped for lunch, we found a tree with a beautiful aboriginal painting. Guessing it is an accepted meeting spot for various groups. I love dot paintings and of course the colours are always so vibrant.
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