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ATTENTION:
This
tour is ideal for FIT and ACTIVE
people who can hike 5-9 klms a day over uneven terrain, often in high temperatures. Because of the remote
nature of the Kimberley region
we use bush camps with limited
facilities on some nights.
Adventure Tours Australia reserves the right to assess your fitness capability on or before the first day of travel. At this time:
Elderly passengers must have a medical certificate issued by a local Australian Doctor to be presented to us at this time showing a level of fitness and/or suitability to travel subject to the conditions above.
Most people on this tour are aged 18- 50. It is not suitable for children.
There is a STRICT LUGGAGE
LIMIT of 15kgs per person on
this tour.
Note: The itinerary will change
from November to April with
the closure of the Gibb River
Road & the Bungle Bungles.
Attractions will be substituted
with others of interest.
Day
1 - Darwin
to Victoria River
We begin our adventure travelling south down "The Track" (Stuart Hwy) to Edith Falls where we break for a refreshing swim and some time to get to know each other. Travelling further south we have a short stop at Katherine Gorge before heading west towards the Western Australian wilderness. We set up camp beside the Victoria River for our first night together. Overnight bush camp. (LD)
Day 2 - Victoria River to Kununurra
Up early this morning as we cross the border into Western Australia. We visit the largest man made lake in Australia - Lake Argyle and explore the area before heading for the capital of the north - Kununurra and our overnight campsite. (BLD)
Day
3 - Kununurra to the Bungle
Bungles
Explore Kununurra, the town of the Ord River Scheme and the scenic Hidden Valley National Park. Then sit back and admire the awesome views of the Carr Boyd and Durack Ranges as we head to Turkey Creek. Next it’s time to buckle up and hold on for the challenging 4WD trip into the Bungle Bungle (Purnululu) National Park for sunset over the Osmond Ranges and our camp. (BLD)
Day
4 - Bungle
Bungle NP
We spend the full day exploring the unusual rock formations of the Bungle Bungle Ranges, visiting the unique Frog Hole, the breathtaking Echidna Chasm, and the magnificent Cathedral Gorge. There's also time for an optional scenic helicopter flight (at own expense) over the Bungles. We complete our day with another amazing sunset. (BLD)
Day
5 - Bungle
Bungles NP to Parry Farm
Leaving
the Bungle Bungles, we take
a short break at Turkey Creek
before travelling onto Wyndham
and the Five Rivers Lookout.
Overnight camp at Diggers Rest
Cattle Station or the bird watchers
paradise of Parry Farm depending
on the time of year. (BLD)
Day
6 - Gibb
River Road & Gorges
We
tackle the punishing Gibb River
Road stopping along the way
to visit the famous El Questro
Station before enjoying a walk
in the beautiful Cockburn Range
and a swim under the waterfall
in Emma Gorge. We cross the
Pentecost River and travel through
the spectacular ranges with
time for a swim at Jack's Waterhole,
before heading for our overnight
bush camp (no facilities). (BLD)
Day
7 - Gibb
River Road & Gorges
A
day of swimming and hiking as
we explore some of the striking
gorges - maybe Barnett, Manning,
Galvins or Adcock depending
on the time of year. Overnight
bush camp. (BLD)
Day
8 - King
Leopold Range to Windjana Gorge
We
enjoy an early hike and swim
before driving through the rugged
King Leopold Range to Windjana
Gorge. After lunch, we wade
through the icy waters of Tunnel
Creek to explore the incredible
limestone formations. Overnight
camp at Windjana Gorge. (BLD)
Day
9 - Windjana
to Broome
We
view the abundant wildlife of
Windjana Gorge including freshwater
crocodiles and explore the 350
million year old fossilised
reef wall rising 90 metres above
the riverbed. We call in at
Derby, visiting the famous Boab
Prison Tree before continuing
on to Broome for sunset on beautiful
Cable Beach. (BL)
Tour Code: DB9
Departs:
Darwin -
6.30am
28 Apr-10 Nov: Sat
Max People: 20
Cost:
$1595
(Valid: 1 Apr 07 - 31 Mar
08)
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Tour can be taken in reverse
Broome to Darwin
TOUR CODE: BD9
DEPARTS: Broome 6.30am Wed, Sat. (Apr
- Nov.) |
What to Bring:
Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), hat &
sunscreen, towel & toiletries, swimming gear, warm clothing in winter, water
bottle, torch, insect repellent, camera & film, pillow, sleeping bag (can be
hired for $15)
Included:
Experienced guides, all meals as indicated, accommodation,
transfers,camping fees &
equipment.
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