WALK IN DINOSAUR FOOTPRINTS Australia Big Righthand Turn Day 21
Day fourteen to twenty
sailing on the MV Oceanic.
Return to Broome Day 21
Dinosaur Footprints
Gantheaume Point is a promontory about six kilometres (3.7 mi) from Broome, Western Australia. Dinosaur footprints and plant fossils, are preserved in the sandstone. Low red cliffs are set back off the shoreline. During low tide, dinosaur footprints can be seen uncovered by water about thirty metres (98 ft) out from the shore. There is no beach access. These prints are fairly well preserved and are imbedded in rock. It is allowed for anyone who would like to, to go and stand inside the prints to appreciate the size of the foot that made them.
It is thought dozens of different dinosaur prints are in the area and may be found along many km of coastline. Many are from large three toed meat eating dinosaurs. Some prints are over a metre in diameter and quite a number of the foot prints are sunken a few inches in the surrounding rock. Many are well defined in the rock. Very impressive.
Broome Hovercraft
The tour by hovercraft is highly recommended to cross the expansive mud flats to the dinosaur footprints. Hovercraft buzz does intrude into the cabin but the seating is comfortable enough. The hovercraft is a smooth ride over water and mud and has informative crew. Mud is not a problem at the site although all are likely to get damp feet disembarking and walking on the wet sand.
Flying Boat Crash Site
The crash site of World War 2 flying boats are pointed out during a low tide.
During low tide, the crash site of the World War 2 flying boats becomes visible, serving as a haunting reminder of the past. These once majestic aircrafts, now resting on the ocean floor, tell a story of bravery, sacrifice, and the harsh realities of war. The wreckage serves as a solemn tribute to the soldiers who flew these planes, facing danger and uncertainty with every mission they undertook.
The crash site of World War 2 flying boats serves as a poignant memorial, inviting reflection on the past and honoring the memory of those who fought and perished in the skies above.
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BROOME HOVERCRAFT
STANDING IN THE FOOTPRINTS OF DINOSAURS
