THURSDAY 11 MARCH

 

The morning dawned bright and clear. We did have a lot of rain overnight. It was just as well we abandoned our BBQ. That was unfortunate, but it was probably better than having the pouring rain spoil our onshore excursion today. We stopped at Ngaut Ngaut which is an archaeological dig managed by local indigenous people.

This was such an interesting and informative visit run by the local clan Nganguraku. We learned so much about bush tucker and listened carefully as the rock carvings were explained. They also talked about how their ancestors used to fish for seafood as indicated by some of the carvings which are very high up on the cliff face, as well as the shell middens on top of the cliffs.

Tonight we were treated to a Captain’s dinner. The food during the whole cruise has been wonderful.

The cliffs are an enduring memory all this stretch of the river

We passed the Murray Princess on its mooring lower down the river

Such an interesting tour high up into the cliffs along ancient paths

Sam, our guide, had a mischievous sense of humour

The whole family is involved in the tours. The youngest member even runs the school groups

Bush tucker

We didn't have to follow the ancient path. Steps have been built to help

Amazing views up and down and across the river

Steady as she goes. A pole certainly helps on steep steps

Oyster shells embedded in the rock

Tribal boundaries in the area

Captain Alby at the Captain's dinner

Our crew