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9 Day
Broome to Darwin Kimberley Tour
Broome to
Darwin Tour: Gibb River Road, Cable Beach Broome, Derby, The Kimberley,
Windjana Gorge, Tunnel Creek, Bells Gorge, King Leopold Ranges, Aboriginal
rock art, wildlife, El Questro Station, Kununurra, Bungle Bungles, Darwin.
The
Kimberley is Australia’s ultimate outback adventure destination. Rugged
mountain ranges, crystal clear waterholes and waterfalls and the magic of
Purnululu, you'll love it all!
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DAY 1:
Broome - Windjana Gorge.
We depart Broome and travel via the Derby Prison Tree for a short visit.
We 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. The area is rich in aboriginal culture and
your guide will tell you about the "outlaw" Jandamurra, the
Bunaba people and the battle of Devils Pass. Camping overnight Windjana
National Park. (L/D)
DAY 2: Windjana - Bells
Gorge. 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, here you will get your feet wet as we
explore Jandamurras hideout. Afternoon sees us off to Bells Gorge.
Camping overnight Bells Gorge. (B/L/D)
DAY 3: Bells Gorge -
Manning. 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 Galvans Gorge. This gorge will tempt you
to don the bathers. 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 Gorge - 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. Camping overnight El Questro. (B.L.D)

DAY
5: El Questro - Kununurra.
The morning sees us soaking in the thermal pools of Zebedee Springs with
an option to hike some of the spectacular gorges of El Questro, before we
head to the Kimberley town of Kununurra. Overnight camp Kununurra. (B/L)
DAY 6:
Kununurra - Bungle Bungles. Depart Kununurra and drive via the
scenic RAGGED RANGE onto Turkey Creek, where we have a short stop. We head
to the Bungle Bungles turn off and 53 kms drive on a very scenic, but
winding dirt road via the magnificent OSMAND RANGE. We arrive in time for
lunch at the Northern Gorges. Afternoon walk in ECHIDNA CHASM, and FROG
HOLE, before arriving at our overnight camp on sunset. (L/D)
DAY 7:
Bungle Bungles - Kununurra
This morning we head to the southern end for a walk through the Bee Hive
area of Piccaninny Creek and Cathedral Gorge. An optional helicopter
flight available today gives us the advantage to view these magnificent
formations close up from the air before returning to Kununurra for our
overnight camp. (B.L)
DAY 8/9:
Kununurra - Darwin. We cross the border to the Northern
Territory and travel along the Victoria river (watch out for salt water
crocodiles) to our overnight at Katherine. The next morning we travel up
the track (Stuart Hwy) into the outback capital Darwin where are adventure
ends.

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Tour Prices are per person for
2006 and in Australian $ |
| Tour
Prices in AUS$ |
$1685.00
p/person |
| Single |
$100.00 p/person |
| Departure
Dates 2006 |
Wednesday
(April - October)
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| Note:
The last 2 days of this tour may operate in conjunction with another
operator |
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