School excursion
Mungo lunette guided walk
Mungo National Park
Info for teachers
Everything you need to know about Mungo lunette guided walk.
Program outline
Activities and displays may be varied seasonally or to suit desired learning outcomes.
- Introduction and welcome to Country
- Visit the centre and archaelogical displays and trackways
- Recess
- Travel across the ancient lake bed
- Guided walk to the Mungo lunette
- Farewell
What to bring
Please wear fully enclosed shoes and bring a hat, sunscreen, wet weather gear, and lunch which should be low waste with a refillable water bottle. Students should bring gear in a backpack or similar (not plastic bags). Please note: It’s a good idea to wear long pants. Prepare for all weather conditions with a jumper and raincoat.
Getting there and parking
Mungo Visitor Centre is in the south western precinct of Mungo National Park.
To get there:
- From Sturt Highway, take Silver City Highway south of Mildura.
- Turn right into Arumpo Road and follow to the end
- Turn left into Balranald Road
- Take the first right into Mailbox Road and continue to the visitor centre
Road quality
- Unsealed roads
Vehicle access
- 2WD vehicles
Weather restrictions
- Dry weather only
Parking
Parking is available at Mungo Visitor Centre.
Facilities
Amenities
Drinking water
Maps and downloads
Risk assessment
Our rangers and guides have the technical skill and experience to assess the risks and the benefits of a variety of activities delivered as part of our learning programs.
We believe in including opportunities that allow students to learn and experience for themselves through exploration in the natural environment.
Please make your own risk assessment based on the information provided. Detailed potential risks and controls are provided for the site to assist teachers in risk management planning. Teachers and carers should be aware of, and consider the needs, abilities and medical conditions of students when visiting this site. The supervision of students remains the responsibility of the teacher. The school must ensure an adequate number of adult supervisors are present.
Accessibility
Disability access level - medium
Some areas are not wheelchair accessible. Please let us know in advance if you are bringing someone with special needs so that we can plan accordingly.
Park info
- in Mungo National Park in the Murray-Riverina region
Mungo National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather or fire danger.
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Park entry fees:
$8 per vehicle per day. Fees are payable through self-registration envelopes outside Mungo Visitor Centre. Different fees apply for commercial tour operators and vehicles with 8 seats or more.
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