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BROOME & THE KIMBERLEY TOURING

Windjana Gorge Purnululu National Park
WILD KIMBERLEY LOOP 12 DAYS
$
Day 1: Broome (D) (extra charge) or hike one of the many bush trails to From 3689 * ^ per person twin share
Arrive into Broome and be transferred by coach to explore the area. Overnight at Lake Argyle Resort.
your accommodation. Spend the afternoon exploring 12 DAYS | BROOME TO BROOME
at your leisure. This evening, get to know your fellow Day 8: Lake Argyle to Purnululu National Park (BLD)
After a leisurely morning, head south along the Great
travellers at a welcome dinner. Overnight at Kimberley Northern Highway to Purnululu National Park. Discover OPERATOR: Kimberley Wild Expeditions
Travellers Lodge. TRAVEL TYPE: Coach
the highlights of this extraordinary national park, the
Day 2: Broome via Tunnel Creek to Windjana Gorge (BLD) most famous being the Bungle Bungle Range. Explore DEPARTS: 2021: May 2, 9, 14, 16, 23, 28, 30
Travel by coach through the remote and beautiful Echidna Chasm, known for its towering Livistonia • Jun 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27 • Jul 2, 4, 9, 11,
18, 23, 25 • Aug 1, 6, 8, 15, 20, 22, 29 • Sep 3,
Kimberley landscape, enjoying stories of local history, Palm trees, and take a two to three kilometre walk 5, 12, 19, 26
people and the environment from your guide. Stop for into stunning Cathedral Gorge, where towering rocks
morning tea by the Fitzroy River and visit the Derby create a natural amphitheatre. Optional activities
Boab Prison Tree before hitting the Gibb River Road. include a scenic flight over the beehive domes (extra HIGHLIGHTS
Visit the fascinating Mowanjum Aboriginal Art and charge). Spend the next two nights at the private • Cruise through beautiful Geikie Gorge
Cultural Centre for an insight into indigenous culture. Bungle Bungles Safari Camp.
The afternoon is devoted to exploring Tunnel Creek with • Visit Galvans Gorge, Adcock Gorge and
a local Bunuba guide. In this 750 metre cave system Day 9: Purnululu National Park (BLD) Mt Barnett Station
Today is at leisure to explore Purnululu National Park.
carved through the Napier Range, discover stalactites, • Marvel at the Bungle Bungle domes
secret caves and a large variety of wildlife. Learn about Day 10: Purnululu National Park to Fitzroy Crossing (BLD) • Explore El Questro Wilderness Park
the legend of Jandamarra, an Aboriginal freedom fighter Travel to Fitzroy Crossing today, stopping at the gold • See the remarkable China Wall
who used the tunnel as a hide-out in the late 1800s. rush town of Halls Creek to see the remarkable China • Discover Windjana Gorge and Bell Gorge
Tonight, camp under the Kimberley night sky. Overnight Wall. Enjoy lunch at Mary Pool and visit the remote Laarri
at Windjana Gorge. Aboriginal Art Gallery. Overnight at Fitzroy River Lodge. INCLUDES
Day 3: Windjana Gorge via Bell Gorge to Mt Barnett (BLD) Day 11: Fitzroy Crossing to Broome (BLD) • 11 nights camping accommodation
The Napier Range is over 350 million years old and A morning cruise through majestic Geikie Gorge is • Meals as specified
home to the geological wonder of Windjana Gorge. a great start to the day. Nature carved this wonder • Indigenous Tunnel Creek guided tour
Spend the morning searching for freshwater crocodiles, through the Geikie and Oscar Ranges during the • Geikie Gorge boat cruise
local birdlife and indigenous bush tucker. In the Devonian geological period. Learn of the gorge’s • Expert guide
afternoon continue to Bell Gorge, an idyllic retreat which geology and array of wildlife. Explore Old Fitzroy
boasts cascading waterfalls and crystal clear pools Crossing and enjoy lunch by the river. Continue to • Air-conditioned 4WD vehicle
formed over millions of years. Spend the next two nights Broome where you might see a stunning sunset over • National park fees
at Mt Barnett Cattle Station. Cable Beach. Overnight at Kimberley Travellers Lodge. • Return transfers from selected Broome
accommodation to Broome Airport
Day 4: Galvans Gorge, Adcock Gorge & Mt Barnett Station Day 12: Broome (B)
(BLD) After breakfast, be transferred by coach to the airport. ^Price valid 2 May – 26 Sep 21. Sole use and child prices
Spend the day swimming in paradise. Further up the also available. A reasonable level of fitness is required.
Gibb River Road, discover the cool waters of Galvans (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner)
Gorge and Adcock Gorge. Amid the rugged beauty of
Manning Falls, swim in deep clear pools, relax, explore
wandering streams, uncover local wildlife and take a dip
in the waterfall pools.
Day 5: El Questro Wilderness Park (BLD)
Journey up the Gibb River Road to iconic El Questro START/FINISH
Wilderness Park. Explore this beautiful wilderness park OVERNIGHT Kununurra
at your own leisure. Take a refreshing dip in Zebedee ATTRACTION El Questro
Springs, walk into Emma Gorge and enjoy a cruise on Manning 2 1
Chamberlain Gorge (extra charge). Spend the next two Gorge
Lake
nights at El Questro Wilderness Park. Argyle
Day 6: El Questro Wilderness Park (BL) Bell Gorge 2 Mt Barnett
Cattle Station
Enjoy the day at your leisure. Windjana
Day 7: El Questro Wilderness Park via Kununurra to Derby Gorge 1
Lake Argyle (B) Tunnel Creek 2
Purnululu
Leave the Gibb River Road and travel to Kununurra, National Park
where you will have some free time. In the afternoon, Broome 2 Geikie Gorge
travel onto the shores of the expansive Lake Argyle, Fitzroy Crossing 1
the heart of the Ord River Irrigation System. There is Halls Creek WA NT
free time to join a sunset boat cruise on the lake (extra China Wall
charge), visit the historic Durack Homestead Museum
* 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. 73