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A
wonderful taste of the Kimberley. This
short getaway combines renowned icons
and gorges of the region with a unique
Aboriginal cultural experience that
will etch the Kimberley into your memory
for years to come.

Day
1 - Broome to Fitzroy Crossing
(L, D)
We set off on our journey
heading north to Willare Bridge, we
cross the mighty Fitzroy River and break
for morning tea at one of the Kimberley's
most famous landmarks the Prison Boab
Tree, once used to hold convicts. We
also view Myalls Bore, a 120 metre long
trough built in the early 1900's used
to water up to 1,000 head of cattle
at one time. We travel inland along
the famous 'Gibb River Road', once used
as the main stock route for the region.
Onto pre-historic Windjana Gorge, regarded
as one of the classic features of world
geology and a great freshwater crocodile
spotting site. From here we head to
Tunnel Creek, an amazing 750 metre long
flooded tube tunnel. We take an exciting
walk through the tunnel wading through
knee to thigh high water in some sections
and hear the story of Jandamarra. Following
afternoon tea we travel to Fitzroy Crossing
for our overnight stay and barbecue dinner with fellow travellers.
Dinner
& Overnight: Fitzroy River Lodge
(with continental breakfaast - all options)
Option 1: Furnished safari cabin
with ensuite.
Option 2: Motel
rooms with private ensuite.
Option 3: Camping under stars with swag, sleeping bag, mozzie dome, torch & shared facilities.
Day
2 - Fitzroy Crossing to Broome
(B, L) This morning we travel
out to Geikie Gorge for a memorable
3 hour Darngku Heritage Cruise hosted
by local Aboriginal Bunuba Cultural
guides. Our tour includes boat cruise
through Geikie Gorge down the Fitzroy
River. En route the guide will involve
you in a fascinating view of Aboriginal
culture, Dreamtime stories, bush tucker,
animal tracks and traditional plant
uses and cultural practices. We view
geological sea fossils and spot native
animals including birds and crocodiles
and visit the old camping area of Bunbura
people where we have the rare chance
to take an optional (strenuous) climb
to a panoramic lookout. All the while
your Bunuba guides will engage you in
discussion and participation of traditional
practices. From here we head off for
our return trip to Broome with an en
route break for afternoon tea with arrival
in Broome at approximately 6.00 pm.
Important
Note: Accessing Tunnel Creek walk
involves 20 metres of clambereing over
boulders and 700 metres of wading through
knee to thigh high water (shorts are
ideal). Strap on sandals or old sandshoes
must be worn through the water as the
creek bed is rocky and footwear is required
to avoid injury. To safely navigate
the Tunnel passengers must be able to
walk and balance themselves on uneven
ground. Torches are provided.
Departs
Broome every Thursday.
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Tour
Code:
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2DKG
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(Safari Cabins)
2DKG2 - (Motel
Rooms)
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Departure
Point:
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7.45
am
Chinatown Coach Bay,
Broome.
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Return
Time:
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Approx.
6.00 pm
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Duration:
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2
days, 1 night
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Distance:
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940
klms
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