Gulf Savannah Visitor Guide

Australia’s Adventure Drive - www.savannahway.com.au 41 Carpentaria Shire Les Wilson Barramundi Discovery Centre The brand new interactive Interpretive Centre provides the history, stories, lifecycle and habits of these sought-after fish. Daily tours and hand-feeding experience at 10am, 11am and 1pm. Open year round Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat-Sun 9am-4pm. 149 Yappar Street, Karumba. Ph: (07) 4745 2211 Self Drive Highlights Visit Muttonhole Wetlands, Artesian Bore and the town Heritage Walk. While on a river cruise you will get to see the shipwreck of the ‘Katoora’ on the bank of the Norman River and sight many different birds. Cruise Don’t miss a sunset or birdwatching cruise, crab or fishing tour around the Karumba waterway. The Ferryman Cruises (Ph: 07 4745 9155), Croc & Crab Tours (Ph: 0417 011 411) and Kerry D Charters (Ph: 07 4745 9275) have a great range of options. Morning Glory Of Carpentaria Gulf Roll Clouds are usually seen in the dry season between Aug- Nov early in the morning. This unusual phenomena can vary from 1 roll cloud up to 7-8 or more. Find a Local Souvenir Check out Midnight Emporium’s fun soaps and gifts to take home. Phone: 0407 444 747. The Les Wilson Barramundi Discovery Centre and Ash’s also have great souvenirs. THINGS TO DO AND SEE Gulf Country Caravan Park: (07) 4745 9148 Pool, Cabins, close to shops Karumba Lodge Hotel/Motel & Caravan Park: (07) 4745 9121 Matilda’s End Holiday Units: (07) 4745 9408 Units with kitchen facilities FACILITIES Carpentaria Freight: (07) 4745 9332 Carpentaria Fuels: (07) 4745 9332 Carpentaria Quality Meats: (07) 4745 9990 Jones Marine Service: (07) 4745 9159 Karumba Golf & Recreational Club: (07) 4745 9100 Karumba Health Care: (07) 4745 9137 Karumba Hot Bread: (07) 4745 9996 Karumba Library: (07) 4747 4522 Karumba Pharmacy: (07) 4745 9955 Karumba Supermarket & Cafe: (07) 4745 9188 Karumba Swimming Pool: 0437 559 704 Karumba Taxi Service: (07) 4745 9022 Police: (07) 4745 9120 Post Office: (07) 4745 9210, Yappar Street Queensland Fisheries Department: (07) 4745 9142 ACCOMMODATION scented candles natural soaps reed diffusers pet gifts perfumes bead art crocodile & barra oil soaps If the sign’s out......I'm about ! press the buzzer or phone 0407 444 747 56 Yappar Street Karumba QLD 4891 www.midnightemporium.com.au original hand crafted soaps, perfumes, candles and gifts all hand made in tropical Karumba a