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       Windjana Gorge                                                            Purnululu National Park
       WILD KIMBERLEY LOOP  11 DAYS
                                                                                      $
       Day 1: Broome via Tunnel Creek to Windjana Gorge (LD)  kayak hire. You may like to join your guide to visit the   From  4372    * ^  per person twin share
       Travel by coach through the remote and beautiful   historic Durack Homestead Museum (extra charge) or
       Kimberley landscape, enjoying stories of local history,   take on one of the many bush trails to explore the area.   11 DAYS | BROOME TO BROOME
       people and the environment from your guide. Stop for   A sunset boat cruise on the lake is highly recommended.
       morning tea by the Fitzroy River and visit the Derby   Day 8: Lake Argyle to Purnululu National Park (BLD)  OPERATOR: Kimberley Wild Expeditions
       Boab Prison Tree before hitting the Gibb River Road.                       TRAVEL TYPE: Escorted coach
       Visit the fascinating Mowanjum Aboriginal Art and   After a leisurely morning, head south along the Great   DEPARTS: Fri, Sun (May – Sep)
                                            Northern Highway to Purnululu National Park. Discover
       Cultural Centre for an insight into indigenous culture.
       The afternoon is devoted to exploring Tunnel Creek with   the highlights of this extraordinary national park, the
                                            most famous being the Bungle Bungle Range. Explore
       a local Bunuba guide. In this 750 metre cave system   Echidna Chasm, known for its towering Livistonia   HIGHLIGHTS
       carved through the Napier Range, discover stalactites,                     •  Cruise through beautiful Geikie Gorge
       secret caves and a large variety of wildlife. Learn about   Palm trees, and take a two to three kilometre walk into   •  Visit Galvans Gorge, Adcock Gorge and
                                            stunning Cathedral Gorge, where towering rocks create
       the legend of Jandamarra, an Aboriginal freedom fighter                     Mt Barnett Station
       who used the tunnel as a hide-out in the late 1800s.   a natural amphitheatre. Optional activities include a   •  Marvel at the Bungle Bungle domes
                                            scenic flight over the beehive domes (extra charge).
       Tonight, camp under the Kimberley night sky. Overnight   Spend the next two nights at the private Bungle Bungles
       at Windjana Gorge.                                                         •  Explore El Questro Wilderness Park
                                            Safari Camp.                          •  See the remarkable China Wall
       Day 2: Windjana Gorge via Bell Gorge to Mt Barnett (BLD)   Day 9: Purnululu National Park (BLD)  •  Discover Windjana Gorge and Bell Gorge
       The Napier Range is over 350 million years old and   Today is at leisure to explore Purnululu National Park.
       home to the geological wonder of Windjana Gorge.                           INCLUDES
       Spend the morning searching for freshwater crocodiles,   Day 10: Purnululu National Park to Fitzroy Crossing (BLD)  •  10 nights camping accommodation
       local birdlife and indigenous bush tucker. In the   Travel to Fitzroy Crossing today, stopping at the gold
       afternoon continue to Bell Gorge, an idyllic retreat which   rush town of Halls Creek to see the remarkable China   •  Meals as specified
       boasts cascading waterfalls and crystal clear pools   Wall. Enjoy lunch at Mary Pool and visit the remote Laarri   •  Expert guide
       formed over millions of years. Spend the next two nights   Aboriginal Art Gallery. Overnight at Fitzroy River Lodge.   •  Indigenous Tunnel Creek guided tour
       at Mt Barnett Cattle Station.                                              •  Geikie Gorge boat cruise
                                            Day 11: Fitzroy Crossing to Broome (BL)
       Day 3: Galvans Gorge, Adcock Gorge & Mt Barnett Station (BLD)  A morning cruise through majestic Geikie Gorge is   •  Transport by air-conditioned 4WD vehicle
       Spend the day swimming in paradise. Further up the   a great start to the day. Nature carved this wonder   •  National park fees
       Gibb River Road, discover the cool waters of Galvans   through the Geikie and Oscar Ranges during the   •  Return transfers from selected Broome
       Gorge and Adcock Gorge. Amid the rugged beauty of   Devonian geological period. Learn of the gorge’s   accommodation
       Manning Falls, swim in deep clear pools, relax, explore   geology and array of wildlife. Explore Old Fitzroy   ^Price valid 5 May – 29 Sep 23. Camping Plus, Sole use
       wandering streams, uncover local wildlife and take a dip   Crossing and enjoy lunch by the river. Continue to   and child prices also available. A reasonable level of fitness
       in the waterfall pools.              Broome where you might see a stunning sunset over   is required.
                                            Cable Beach. The tour concludes on arrival in Broome.
       Day 4: Mt Barnett to El Questro Wilderness Park (BLD)
       Journey up the Gibb River Road to iconic El Questro   (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner)
       Wilderness Park. Explore this beautiful wilderness park
       at your own pace. Take a refreshing dip in Zebedee
       Springs, walk into Emma Gorge and enjoy a cruise on
       Chamberlain Gorge (extra charge). Spend the next two
       nights at El Questro Wilderness Park.
       Day 5: El Questro Wilderness Park (BL)
       Today is free to relax or continue exploring.
                                               START/FINISH                                       Kununurra
       Day 6: El Questro Wilderness Park via Kununurra to   OVERNIGHT
       Lake Argyle (BD)                        ATTRACTION                                    El Questro
       Leave the Gibb River Road and travel to Kununurra,                      Manning         2     2
                                                                                Gorge
       where you will have some free time. Sample locally-                                          Lake
       made rum at the Hoochery and pick up some local                  Bell Gorge  2  Mt Barnett   Argyle
       sandalwood inspired beauty, health and lifestyle                          Cattle Station
       products at the Sandalwood Factory. In the afternoon,         Windjana
       travel onto the shores of the expansive Lake Argyle, the   Derby  Gorge
       heart of the Ord River Irrigation System. Stay two nights         1                          2
       at Lake Argyle Resort.                                               Tunnel Creek          Purnululu
       Day 7: Lake Argyle (BL)                  Broome                           Geikie Gorge    National Park
       Today is free to enjoy Lake Argyle. Enjoy a refreshing        Fitzroy Crossing  1
       afternoon swim in the Infinity Pool, with a magnificent                                Halls Creek  WA  NT
       view across the lake, and take up one of the many                                      China Wall
       optional activities on offer such as scenic flights and
       *  Prices are a guide only, subject to change and availability and are in New Zealand Dollars. From prices for accommodation are per room per night for 2 people, unless otherwise specified and based on the lowest room category for
       travel in low season. Prices for tours and transfers are per person, unless otherwise specified. For full terms and conditions including pricing and conditions, refer to the Booking Conditions at the back of this brochure.  47
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