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12 Day Kimberley Explorer - Broome to Darwin

From $2550 AUD


Trip Information
Starts In: Broome
Ends In: Darwin
Duration: 12 Days.
Departs: Wednesdays
Group Size: 10
Transport: Luxury air-conditioned coach
Accommodation: Hotel & Camping
Activity: Camping Adventure
Ages: 6+
Tour Code: ADVCBDD
Operator Code: AATKINGS

Countries Visited
Australia
Trip Highlights
  • Relax in Tropical Broome
  • Walk through Windjana Gorge
  • Gibb River Road
  • Gorges of the Kimberley
  • El Questro Wilderness Park
  • Hike into Emma Gorge
  • Hidden Valley National Park
  • Historic Durack Homestead
  • Wildlife Cruise on Lake Argyle
  • Cruise on Katherine Gorge
  • Swim at Beautiful Edith Falls
  • Explore Kakadu National Park
  • Yellow Water Billabong
  • Ancient Aboriginal Rock Art
  • See the Sights of Darwin
Full Itinerary
Enjoy the unique experiences on this tour from Broome to Darwin...see freshwater crocodiles sunning themselves on the riverbanks of Katherine


Day 1 Wed: Arrive Broome
You will be met on arrival at Broome Airport. This evening enjoy a welcome drink with your crew and travelling companions as you watch a breathtaking sunset over famous Cable Beach.
Camp: Broome, 2 nights. D

Day 2 Thu: Broome ‘Free Time’
A free day for you to explore tropical Broome. Cable Beach is only a short walk away. Simply sit back, relax and perhaps take a refreshing swim. This afternoon you may like to take a camel ride along Cable Beach at sunset. Ask your Tour Director for details. B

Day 3 Fri: Gibb River Road
Travel north to Derby, situated on the edge of King Sound and visit the Circular Wharf. Stop to see the Boab Prison Tree, used by the first police as an overnight holding cell and Myall Bore before beginning the journey along the famous Gibb River Road to Windjana Gorge. This afternoon we inspect the unusual formation at nearby Tunnel Creek, which flows through a water-worn tunnel beneath the limestone of the Napier Range (conditions permitting).
Bush Camp: Windjana Gorge. BLD

Day 4 Sat: Kimberley Gorges
This morning we take a walk through spectacular Windjana Gorge. Rising abruptly from the surrounding floodplain, some parts of the walls of Windjana Gorge are up to 100 metres high. Crossing the King Leopold Range, we continue along the Gibb River Road, stopping at beautiful Galvans Gorge and Manning Gorge (conditions permitting).
Bush Camp: Manning Gorge. BLD

Day 5 Sun: El Questro Wilderness Park
Today we journey through some of the harshest terrain of the Kimberley, skirting the Cockburn Range and on to El Questro Wilderness Park. Spanning over a million acres, El Questro Wilderness Park is home to rugged ranges, ancient gorges and pristine waterfalls. We set up camp near the Pentecost River and El Questro Station Township.
Camp: El Questro Wilderness Park, 2 nights. BLD

Day 6 Mon: El Questro ‘Free Time’
Today is free for you to explore El Questro Wilderness Park. Perhaps take an optional cruise through Chamberlain Gorge, a fresh waterhole abounded by tropical vegetation. Ask your Tour Director for details on the many optional activities that are available at the El Questro Station Township today. BLD

Day 7 Tue: Emma Gorge
This morning we travel to Emma Gorge Resort, where there is an opportunity to take a guided walk into Emma Gorge. There will be time to swim in the crystal- clear water at the base of the waterfall, before continuing along the Gibb River Road to the Victoria Highway and on to the town of Kununurra, one of the youngest towns in Western Australia which is the hub of local industry for agriculture, tourism and mining in the east Kimberley.
Camp: Kununurra, 2 nights. BLD

Day 8 Wed: Kununurra
We explore Mirima (Hidden Valley) National Park and admire the views from Kelly’s Knob Lookout. See 300 million year old sandstone cliffs, often referred to as the ‘mini Bungles’. Visit the historic Durack Homestead and enjoy a cruise on mighty Lake Argyle, Australia’s largest man-made lake. Enjoy the majestic scenery and see a fantastic array of wildlife in this unique ecosystem. BD

Day 9 Thu: Nitmiluk National Park
Depart Kununurra and cross the border into the Northern Territory. Heading east we travel via Timber Creek and Victoria River, traversing large cattle stations to the township of Katherine. Tonight we set up camp in the tranquil surroundings of Nitmiluk National Park, home to spectacular Katherine Gorge.
Camp: Nitmiluk National Park. BLD

Day 10 Fri: Kakadu National Park
We join our local guide on an early morning cruise through spectacular Katherine Gorge, with a chance to see freshwater crocodiles sunning themselves on the riverbanks and many species of birds. We stop at beautiful Edith Falls before travelling via the gold mining town of Pine Creek into Kakadu National Park.
Camp: Kakadu National Park. BLD

Day 11 Sat: Kakadu – Darwin
This morning we join a cruise on the famous Yellow Water Billabong. Search for saltwater crocodiles and the amazing range of birdlife for which this region is renowned. At Nourlangie Rock take a short walk to view ancient Aboriginal rock art. We stop at the Bowali Visitor Centre, before continuing on to Darwin for an orientation tour on arrival.
Hotel: Travelodge Mirambeena Resort, Darwin. BL

Day 12 Sun: Depart Darwin
Your tour concludes today after breakfast. You will be transferred to Darwin Airport to connect with your onward flight. B



Accommodation

  • You will be required to erect your own tent in established campgrounds and wilderness bush camps. Enjoy a comfortable hotel stay on 1 night

Dining Inclusions

  • Full Breakfasts (11) B
  • Lunches (8) L
  • Friendly get together at Happy Hour
  • Delicious two course dinners (9) D

Plus

  • Complimentary sleeping bag
  • Complimentary Camping Essentials Kit
  • Travel wallet and map
  • Airport transfers (Day 1 from Broome Airport – flights to arrive prior to 12.30pm; Day 12 to Darwin Airport – flights anytime)

Tour Dates
Departs on Returns on
2009

  Wed 10 Jun     Sun 21 Jun  
  Wed 22 Jul     Sun 02 Aug  
  Wed 02 Sep     Sun 13 Sep  
2010

  Wed 28 Apr     Sun 09 May  
  Wed 09 Jun     Sun 20 Jun  
  Wed 21 Jul     Sun 01 Aug  
  Wed 18 Aug     Sun 29 Aug  
  Wed 01 Sep     Sun 12 Sep  

 
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