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15 Day Kimberley
Explorer - Broome to Broome
Gibb River Road, Cable Beach
Broome, Derby, The Kimberleys, Windjana Gorge, Tunnel Creek, Bells Gorge,
King Leopold Ranges, Mitchell Plateau, Aboriginal rock art, wildlife, El
Questro Station, Kununurra, Aboriginal Bungle Bungles, Geike Gorge
This is the Kimberley's most
comprehensive eco adventure. For people who wish to experience the
atmosphere of this unique wilderness, on a once in a lifetime camping
tour. Our experienced guides will take you through the incredible scenery,
aboriginal art and wildlife that makes the Kimberley Australia's last
wilderness.
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DAY 1:
Broome - Windjana Gorge. Depart Broome at 07:00am and head to the Derby Prison
Tree for a short visit. We now leave the bitumen behind us as we enter the Gibb
River Road, almost instantly we can feel the remoteness. A walk up
Windjana Gorge this afternoon is sure to impress. Camping overnight
Windjana National Park. (L/D)
DAY
2: Windjana - Bell. This morning we're off to Tunnel Creek, have your bathers
and torches ready! This amazing tunnel cuts through the Napier Range and
is rich in history as your tour guide will explain. Afternoon sees us off to Bells Gorge.
Camping overnight Bells Gorge. (B/L/D)
DAY 3:
Bell - Manning Gorge. Leaving Bells Gorge this
morning, we travel through the beautiful scenery of the Kimberley's
highest mountain range, King Leopold Ranges, on our way to Galvan's Gorge
- another great place for a swim! For those feeling like a
walk, a visit to Manning Gorge this afternoon is recommended. Camping
overnight Mt Barnett Station. (B/L/D)
DAY
4: Manning - King Edward River. Today we leave the Gibb River Road, and travel to Kalumburu
Road to Mitchell Plateau, visiting Drysdale River Station. Our camp will
be on the banks of the river, an afternoon dip here, and a chance to
explore the area before dinner is a must. Camping overnight King Edward
River. (B/L/D)
DAY 5: King Edward River - Mitchell
Falls. Today we
leave for the Mitchell Plateau with it's masses of Mitchell Plateau Palms
before tackling the slow rough track leading to the Mitchell Falls. We
explore Mitchell and Merten Falls on foot and discover amazing Aboriginal
rock art and some beautiful scenery. Late afternoon we return to our bush
camp for a night out under the stars. Wildlife such as dingo's, kangaroos
and birds are plentiful. (We recommend walking into the Mitchell Falls
then taking advantage of a scenic helicopter flight). Camping overnight
King Edward River. (B/L/D)
DAY 6:
King Edward River - Home Valley. This morning we visit
aboriginal paintings in the area before departing from our river camp and
the Mitchell Plateau and travelling back towards Drysdale Station to
rejoin the Kimberley Gibb River Road. Tonight we camp at Home Valley Station.
(B/L/D)
DAY 7: Home Valley - El Questro. Our journey today
takes us through the majestic Cockburn Ranges, have your cameras ready for
the spectacular scenery and panoramic views of the Cockburn Ranges,
Cambridge Gulf and the twin rivers of the Durack and Pentecost. A walk to
stunning Emma Gorge on El Questro Station, with a rewarding swim in the
crystal clear waters. Camping overnight El Questro. (B/L/D)
DAY 8:
El Questro. An exciting and relaxing day today. The
morning sees us soaking in the thermal pools of Zebedee Springs, we then
spend a free afternoon with the option available to spend a fun afternoon
exploring Chamberlain Gorge in a dingy (small boat) to view the
wildlife and aboriginal art of the area. Camping overnight El Questro
Station. (B/L/D)
DAY 9: El Questro - Kununurra. This
morning we leave El Questro on our journey to Wyndham and marvel at the
view from Five Rivers Lookout. After lunch we travel on to Kununurra with
a short stop to view the bird life of Parry Lagoon and set up camp on the
edge of Lake Kununurra. Camping overnight
Kununurra. (B/L/D)
DAY 10: Kununurra. A
free day to enjoy the many attractions of Kununurra. Some
suggestions for your free day - visit the plantations in the area, take
a boat cruise along the Ord River, boat cruise on Lake Argyle, fishing
trip on the lower Ord River, flight to Argyle Diamond Mine. These are only
some of the optional tours available to you. Camping overnight Kununurra.
(B/D)
DAY 11: Kununurra. Free day to
enjoy the many attractions of Kununurra. Camping overnight
Kununurra. (B)
DAY 12: Kununurra - Bungle Bungles.
An
early start this morning as we head south for an interesting scenic drive
through the mountain ranges to Turkey Creek, before tackling the slow 60
kilometre drive into the Aboriginal Bungle Bungles. Here we will see unbelievable beehive formations
and plunging gorges. A visit this afternoon, to Echidna Chasm with its
sheer rock face. We set up camp at one of the campsites in the Purnululu
National Park and relax whilst enjoying the sunset on the Bungle Bungle
Massif. Camping overnight Bungle Bungle National Park. (B/L/D)
DAY 13:
Bungle Bungles. First thing on today's
itinerary should be an unforgettable helicopter flight over the Bungle
Bungle's. Whilst this is an optional extra, it is highly recommended. We
will then drive to the other side of the Bungle Bungles for an easy walk
through spectacular gorges and the bee hives of the Bungle Bungles,
including Cathedral Gorge. Camping overnight Bungle Bungle National
Park. (B/L/D)
DAY 14: Bungle Bungles - Fitzroy
Crossing. An early
start back to the main road and on to the once thriving gold town of Halls
Creek. Then on to our overnight stop at Fitzroy Crossing. Camping
overnight Fitzroy Lodge. (B/L/D)
DAY
15: Fitzroy Crossing - Broome. Pack up camp for the last time and travel to Geike Gorge
for a morning visit. You will have an opportunity here for a boat cruise
on the Fitzroy River and Geike Gorge. We then make our way to Cable Beach,
Broome,
where your Kimberley experience officially ends. |
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Tour Prices are per person for
2006 and in Australian $ |
| Tour
Prices in AUS$ |
$3090.00
p/person |
| Single
Supplement |
$200.00 p/person |
| Departure
dates 2006 |
29 May, 19
June, 17
July, 7 August 2006 |
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