The approach reveals the expansive coastline of the Gulf of Carpentaria and the intricate, vein-like structures of the region's coastal estuaries and tidal creeks.
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic transition from the inland savannah to the complex salt pans and turquoise waters of the Gulf of Carpentaria.
The right side offers superior views of the Wellesley Island group, including Bentinck and Sweers Islands, and provides a clearer perspective of the intricate, winding river systems as you approach the mainland.