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BROOME & THE KIMBERLEY TOURING

Manning Gorge Windjana Gorge
KIMBERLEY TRAIL 14 DAYS
$
Day 1: Windjana Gorge & Tunnel Creek (LD) Day 9: El Questro Wilderness Park to Lake Argyle (BD) From 5386 * ^ per person
Depart Broome and travel through the remote and Emerge from the Gibb River Road for a few hours of free
beautiful landscape, as the guide shares stories of local time in Kununurra. After lunch, travel on to the shores of 14 DAYS | BROOME TO BROOME
history, people and the environment. Enjoy a morning the expansive Lake Argyle. Enjoy a refreshing afternoon
tea break by the Fitzroy River and visit the Derby swim in the infinity pool. Spend two nights at a private OPERATOR: Kimberley Wild Expeditions
‘Boab Prison Tree’. Join the Gibb River Road, and camp on Lake Argyle. TRAVEL TYPE: Escorted coach
travel towards the Napier Range. The perfect place to DEPARTS: Tue (May – Aug)
experience the stunning natural beauty of an outback Day 10: Lake Argyle (BL)
Today, take up one of the many optional activities on
oasis is Windjana Gorge. Beneath gorge walls, search offer such as scenic flights and kayak hire. Alternatively,
for freshwater crocodiles, local birdlife and Indigenous join the guide to visit the historic Durack Homestead HIGHLIGHTS
bush tucker. After a picnic lunch, the afternoon is spent Museum or take on one of the many bush trails to • Explore spectacular Purnululu National Park
exploring Tunnel Creek with a local guide. Overnight at • Helicopter flight over Mitchell Plateau
Windjana Gorge. explore the area. • Drysdale River Station experience
Day 11: Lake Argyle to Purnululu National Park (BLD)
Day 2: Windjana Gorge to Mt Barnett (BLD)
This morning head to Dalmanyi (Bell Gorge). This idyllic Head south to Purnululu National Park, home of the INCLUDES
magnificent Bungle Bungles. Enjoy a Bungle Bungles
retreat, considered among the most beautiful in the sunset before settling in for a two night stay at • 13 nights camping accommodation
area, boasts cascading waterfalls and crystal-clear pools Bungle Bungle Safari Camp. • Meals as specified
formed over millions of years – an easy place to while • Expert guide
away a few hours! Stay the next two nights at a private Day 12: Purnululu National Park (BLD) • Tunnel Creek Indigenous Guided Walk
camp on Mt Barnett Cattle Station. Explore Echidna Chasm, known for its towering
Livistonia Palm trees, and take a short walk into • Mitchell Falls Scenic Helicopter Transfer
Day 3: Mt Barnett (BLD) • Zebedee Springs entry
Spend the day exploring some of the Kimberley’s stunning Cathedral Gorge, where towering rocks create • Transport by air-conditioned 4WD vehicle
a natural amphitheatre. In the afternoon take an optional
beautiful gorges. Discover the cool waters of water lily-
laden Galvans Gorge and stunning Adcock Gorge. Amid scenic helicopter flight for a bird’s-eye view of the • National park fees
beehive domes (own expense).
the rugged beauty of Manning Falls, swim in deep clear • Return transfers from selected Broome
pools, relax, explore wandering streams, uncover local Day 13: Purnululu National Park to Fitzroy Crossing (BLD) accommodation
wildlife and take a dip in the waterfall pools. Enroute to Fitzroy Crossing, break the journey with a ^Price valid 2 May – 26 Aug 23. Child prices also available.
visit to the gold rush town of Halls Creek to see the
Day 4: Mt Barnett to Mitchell Plateau (BLD) remarkable China Wall. Overnight at Fitzroy Crossing.
A two day diversion to the majestic Mitchell Plateau is
a highlight of the trip. Take on real 4WD country as you Day 14: Fitzroy Crossing to Broome (BL)
travel the rugged Kalumburu Road and Mitchell Plateau Enjoy a morning cruise through the majestic Geikie
Track. After crossing rivers and passing through ancient Gorge. Explore Old Fitzroy Crossing and have lunch
Livistonia palm forests, emerge from the savannah by the river before returning to Broome where the
and onto the Mitchell Plateau. Spend two nights at the tour concludes.
National Park Campground in the Mitchell Plateau.
(B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner)
Day 5: Mitchell Plateau (BLD)
Today trek to Little and Big Merten Falls, take a dip
in pristine plunge pools and view Bradshaw rock art. 2 Mitchell Plateau
Return to camp on a short helicopter flight for a bird’s-
eye view of this extraordinary landscape.
Day 6: Mitchell Plateau to Drysdale Station (BL)
Travel to Drysdale River Station, a million acre, family 1 Drysdale Station
owned and operated cattle station. On arrival, explore Kununurra
the nearby surroundings, sit back and enjoy a cold drink
in the beer garden and warm yourself around the log fire Manning El Questro 2 2
Gorge
in the cool night air. Overnight at Drysdale Station. Wilderness Park Lake
Argyle
Day 7: Drysdale Station to El Questro Wilderness Park (BLD) Bell Gorge 2 Mt Barnett Cattle Station
The journey continues along the Gibb River Road to the Galvans Gorge
iconic El Questro Wilderness Park. Spending two nights Windjana Adcock Gorge
at El Questro allows time to join one or more of the Gorge 1
many activities on offer. 2
Tunnel Creek Purnululu
Day 8: El Questro Wilderness Park (BL) Broome Danggu (Geikie Gorge) National Park
Enjoy a free day to explore this beautiful park at your
leisure. This could include a refreshing dip in the Fitzroy Crossing 1 WA NT
Zebedee Springs, a trek into El Questro Gorge, Emma START/FINISH
Gorge or a cruise on Chamberlain Gorge (own expense). OVERNIGHT
ATTRACTION
* 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
48 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.