Outback

The Gulf of Carpentaria is brimming with amazing birdwatching, fishing, wildlife and Outback events.

wild rivers and seasonal wetlands and the rich, marine resources of the Gulf of Carpentaria.

Where The Meets The Sea Must Visit

Extensive mangrove forests, vast salt pans, estuaries, beaches, rocky shores, large seagrass beds, reefs and other marine areas offer stunning views across the ancient landscape.

After this year’s long wet season, the rivers and wetlands are full, with an abundance of birdlife for avid birdwatchers. The increased rainfall also promises an excellent fishing season for those who love to throw in a line. While some local roads have recently been closed, the council crews have been ensuring that roads are safe for all travellers in and around the region.

There are some fantastic events planned for 2023, with the Karumba 150 years celebration between 25 June and 1 July, the Outback Queensland Masters in Karumba on 15-16 July and the Outback by the Sea Festival will be held from 25-29 September in Normanton and Karumba, with a week packed full of a variety of events for all. TA

While in the region, a must-do is a visit to the Les Wilson Barramundi Discovery Centre, which is the only hatchery in the world to breed the gulf strain of this iconic Aussie fish. The highly immersive state-of -the-art interpretive centre enthrals visitors with the history, stories, life cycle and habits of these much sought-after fish. You can watch amazing short films about the morning glory cloud phenomenon, operation fish lift and the value of barramundi to the Karumba community. Hear firsthand stories from the commercial fishermen who catch barra, and also learn about the wetlands, mangroves and the array of wonderful birdlife that calls this stunning region home. For more information, visit: barracentre.com.au

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