When leaving Denham, the very groovy man at the visitors centre gave us some tips for Kalbarri. One in particular was to visit the iconic fish barbecue restaurant called Finlays. So, after arriving just on sunset last night, we decide dinner out would be sensational, no dishes!!!!!!! Unfortunately we left the camera behind but, trust us, it was alot of fun. We got yummy food, huge portions, cheap prices and an eclectic mix of paraphernalia displayed all around. From car engines, to old scuba gas cyclinders, to beer bottles, the list goes on. With full bellies we sleep well and wake up ready to explore our new home. We musn't forget to mention the kangaroos that use the caravan park as their feeding ground. They would have to have been some of the biggest kangaroos we have come across so close and personal.
This morning we visited the Rainbow Jungle Parrot Park. It is a breeding centre for Australian and exotic parrots and we get to walk through a free flight area of rare and endangered parrots as well as cages with a huge array of birds.
South American macaws
After the birds we head for the Kalbarri National Park Coastal Cliffs. The more adventurous can don the walking boots and cover the 8klms one way, but alas we were not feeling so keen and instead we opted for the drive to each lookout, walk a couple of hundred metres and enjoy the scenery! The photo following was taken at Natural Bridge.
Despite the wildflower season being well and truly over, however, if you seek you shall find!!!
A lovely mother and daughter moment, of which there have been many, is a wonderful gift of this trip.
I'm King of the world!!!!!!!
"Hooray" we cry, more gorgeous gorges for the Gores!!!
The Murchison River is a permanently flowing river that can occasionally transform into a raging flood with rare force. Over many years these forces have carved deep gorges into the ancient colourful sandstone. The views from the top are quite breathtaking. The tongues are in response to a, not unreasonable, request to pose for a photo.
We make it to the famous Nature's Window, where there is the option of the Loop walk, which appeals greatly to us adults but not so to the younger members of the family. For some reason the minor majority over-rule and we embark on the short walk. We will let you know that the long walk was 9km with an estimated travel time of 5 hours!!! 
As you can see, the short walk did not disappoint. While out here we met up with a family we had met by the pool yesterday and they kindly recorded this moment for us. After much chatting, from Linda (surprise!), we decide to continue this visit to the National Park together.
I'm king of the world!!!!!! (again!!)
This is at Ross Graham Lookout, a short walk from here brings you down to the rivers edge and a place to have a nice refreshing dip.
Our new friends. They come from Sydney and are currently heading north. They excitedly share with us all the great free camping places they have been and we share all the places up north, especially CORAL BAY!!!!!! 
Looks can be deceiving. This river bed had us believing it was beautiful fresh water when actually we all got a mouthful of salt water. During the rainy season this river will be filled predominately with fresh water, however in the dry the water comes from the artesian water level which is salty. The soil is also black and the river bed is filled with silt. Lets just say we all looked and smelt rather spectacular when we exited. But it was a lot of fun, and a great laugh.
Hard not to be happy. Linda can't believe this photo is going out there...........she has decided there are other battles more important to fight!!!!!
We return for a relaxing swim by the pool with new friends, a few beers and lots of chatter. This is truly the life!!!!
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