BUC → ONG

Albert River Meanders

Witness the dramatic, serpentine curves of the Albert River as it snakes through the Gulf country landscape.

Salt Pan Geometry

Intricate white and grey patterns formed by salt crusts on the coastal flats, resembling a natural art gallery.

Gulf of Carpentaria

The sudden transition from the arid mainland to the shallow, emerald-green waters of the northern Australian coast.

Denham Island

A beautiful view of this uninhabited island with its sandy fringes located just south of Mornington Island.

Fringing Reefs

Clear views of the underwater limestone structures and coral fringes surrounding the Wellesley Island group.

Nicholson River Delta

Extensive braided river systems and mangrove forests that serve as a vital nursery for local marine life.

Intertidal Zones

Large expanses of mudflats and mangroves that change dramatically in appearance based on the tide level.

Forsyth Island

Distant views of the eastern islands in the Wellesley group, surrounded by shallow sandbars.

Marine Life Spotting

In the clear, shallow waters near the coast, it is often possible to spot large sharks or rays from the air.

Gununa Settlement

The primary township on Mornington Island, visible just before touchdown at ONG airport.