9 Day Darwin to Broome
Kimberleys Western Australia
Bungle Bungles - Gibb River Road - Windjana Gorge
One of the Oz Magic range of available Western Australia Tours
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9 Day Kimberley Tour
Tour Cost: $1695.00pp Camping - price valid 1st April 2008 to 9th November 2008
Extras: $15.00pp if sleeping bag is required. 1.5% admin fee
Maximum People: 21
Departs Darwin: 7.20am Sunday (27th April to 9th November 2008)
Tour Also Operates in Reverse Itinerary Broome to Darwin
Note: Evening meals are BBQ style camp dinners eaten as a group.
This tour is only for fit and active people who can hike 5-9kms a day over uneven terrain in high temperatures. Temperatures can be extreme i.e. very high during summer days and very cold during winter nights. Adventure Tours reserves the right to assess the fitness capability of passengers prior to tour departure. Tour is not suitable for children. Due to the remote nature of the Kimberley Region we use bush camps with NO facilities on several nights. There is a STRICT LUGGAGE LIMIT of 15kgs per person.
Day 1 - Darwin to Victoria River
We begin our adventure travelling south down "The Track" (Stuart
Hwy) to Edith Falls where we break for a refreshing swim and
some time to get to know each other. Travelling further south we
have a short stop at Katherine Gorge before heading west
towards the Western Australian wilderness. We set up camp
beside the Victoria River for our first night together.
Overnight bush camp. (LD) (BC)
Day 2 - Victoria River to Kununurra
Up early this morning as we cross the border into Western
Australia. We visit the largest man made lake in Australia - Lake
Argyle and explore the area before heading for the capital of the
north - Kununurra and our overnight campsite. (BLD) (CP)
Day 3 - Kununurra to the Bungle Bungles
Explore Kununurra, the town of the Ord River Scheme and the
scenic Hidden Valley National Park. Then sit back and admire
the awesome views of the Carr Boyd and Durack Ranges as we
head to Turkey Creek. Next it’s time to buckle up and hold on
for the challenging 4WD trip into the Bungle Bungle (Purnululu)
National Park for sunset over the Osmond Ranges and our camp.
(BLD) (C)
Day 4 - Bungle Bungle NP
We spend the full day exploring the unusual rock formations of
the Bungle Bungle Ranges, visiting the unique Frog Hole, the
breathtaking Echidna Chasm, and the magnificent Cathedral
Gorge. There's also time for an optional scenic helicopter flight
(at own expense) over the Bungles. We complete our day with
another amazing sunset. (BLD) (C)
Day 5 - Bungle Bungle NP to Parry Farm
Leaving the Bungle Bungle NP we take a short break at Turkey
Creek before travelling onto Wyndham and the Five Rivers
Lookout. Overnight camp at Diggers Rest Cattle Station or
Parry Farm. (BLD) (C).
Day 6 - Gibb River Road & Gorges
We tackle the punishing Gibb River Road stopping to visit the
famous El Questro Station, take a walk in the beautiful Cockburn
Range and swim under the waterfall in Emma Gorge. We cross
the Pentecost River and travel through the spectacular ranges
before heading to our overnight bush camp. (BLD) (C)
Day 7 - Gibb River Road & Gorges
A day of swimming and hiking as we explore some of these
striking gorges: Barnett, Manning, Galvins, or Adcock,
depending on the time of year. Overnight bush camp. (BLD) (C)
Day 8 - King Leopold Range - Windjana Gorge
We enjoy an early hike and swim at Bell or Leonard Gorge
before experiencing the splendour of the King Leopold Range
travelling to Windjana Gorge. After lunch, we wade through the
icy waters of the mysterious Tunnel Creek to explore the
incredible limestone formations. We camp overnight at Windjana
Gorge National Park. (BLD) (C)
Day 9 - Windjana Gorge to Broome
We view the abundant wildlife of Windjana Gorge including
freshwater crocodiles and explore the 350 million year old
fossilised reef wall rising 90 metres above the riverbed. Then we
head for Derby, visiting the famous Boab Prison Tree before
continuing on to Broome for sunset on beautiful Cable Beach.
(BL)
What to Bring:
Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), swimming gear, hat,
sunscreen, water bottle, towel, toiletries, warm clothing
in winter, insect repellent, camera & film, pillow, sleeping
bag (can be hired $15.00pp).
Included: Experienced guide, meals as indicated,
accommodation transfers, camping fees and equipment.
Safaris must be reconfirmed by 4.00pm the day before travel. Itineraries may
vary and/or attractions substituted due to seasonal conditions, Traditional
Owners and National Park requirements. A surcharge of 2% applies to credit
card payments.
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Gibb River Road
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Gregory National Park
Hitting the Highway
Kimberley Hiking
Freshwater Crocodiles
Tunnel Creek
Broome Sunset
