Crossing the Nullarbor

Nullarbor Links shaped the timing of our trip across this part of Australia, but we did check out some of the scenery along the way.

The Roe Plains are an interesting variation in the Landscape between Madura and Eucla (or Eucla and Madura if you come from the east. As you travel along those plains look out for the boot tree, the CD tree and the clothes tree. Not part of the natural landscape the evidence of human activity adds variety, and of course, if you need another pair of shoes, a CD or some item of clothing the fruit of those trees might come in handy!

The spectacular Bunda Cliffs that look out over the great Australian Bight.


At times these views are just a kilometre or from the highway and are worth checking out.


Just past Nullarbor Roadhouse is the head of the bight.
We were a month late for the whales that rest there on their journey south, but it was still interesting to call in. No whales, but on the way out we spotted a group of feral camels making their way east.
For those familiar with the Nativity story the wise men were missing, and the camels were heading the wrong way.

And then there are the Nullarbor plains. We crossed the Nullarbor, but the actual Nullarbor plains are only a very small portion of the trip.

The treeless plains do not take your breath away, but they are impressive in their own way.

And of course there are other signs along the way.

Travelling in daylight hours meant that we did not see any wombats, and only just caught a glimpse of the odd kangaroo. You already know about the camels.

For us the travelling part of the journey is coming to an end. Now it is back to touch base with family, attend a few weddings, and prepare for Christmas. Thoughts are turning slowly to next year, and there is some time available for other things as well.