Kimberley and Kakadu

Tour Code: ant-nbkd

Highlights

FIRST CLASS HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS

  •    EXCLUSIVE! Kimberley Dreamtime experience at Parry Lagoon Nature Reserve and Warriu Park
  •    Time to relax in Broome, the pearling capital
  •    Enjoy a cruise through Geikie Gorge
  •    Tour the Argyle Diamond Mine
  •    Cruise through Chamberlain Gorge
  •    Time to relax and swim in the thermal pools at El Questro Wilderness Park
  •    Stroll through Hidden Valley National Park
  •    Enjoy a wildlife spotting cruise on the Ord River
  •    Visit the historic Durack Homestead
  •    Cruise through majestic Katherine Gorge
  •    Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Darwin
  •    Explore Kakadu National Park
  •    Cruise on Yellow Water Billabong
  •    See wetland birds on the Guluyambi cruise
  •    View ancient Aboriginal rock art at Ubirr

Transportation

  •    Tour by luxury air-conditioned coach with 2-door access, restroom, reclining seats, seat belts and large panoramic windows

Professionally Escorted

  •    Tour with an experienced, professional Tour Director and Tour Driver

Dining Inclusions

  •    Full Buffet Breakfasts (13) (B)
  •    Lunches (5) (L)
  •    Hotel Dinners (8) YOUR CHOICE

Accommodation

  •    Twin share rooms with private facilities in centrally located hotels

Plus

  •    Welcome drink
  •    All purpose travel bag and map
  •    Airport transfers (Day 1 from Broome Airport – flights anytime; Day 14 to Darwin Airport – flights anytime)
  •    Hotel porterage included
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Itinerary

Day 1 Wed: Arrive Broome

On arrival in Broome you will be transferred to your hotel. Enjoy a welcome drink with your Tour Director.

Accommodation: Cable Beach Club Resort, Broome, 2 nights.

Day 2 Thu: Broome at leisure

Today is at leisure to explore this tropical hideaway. Directly opposite the hotel is Cable Beach, 22km of white sand and clear tropical water. (B)

Day 3 Fri: Fitzroy Crossing

Travel to the port of Derby, situated on the edge of King Sound. Visit the famous Boab Prison Tree, used by the first police as an overnight holding cell. Travel through some of Australia's biggest pastoral properties, to the remote township of Fitzroy Crossing.

Accommodation: Fitzroy River Lodge, Fitzroy Crossing. (B)

Day 4 Sat: Geikie Gorge

This morning cruise through Geikie Gorge, formed by the waters of the Fitzroy River, tunnelling through the Napier Range. Watch for wildlife as the 30 metre high walls of the gorge tower above us. Travel to Halls Creek, situated on the edge of the Great Sandy Desert.

Accommodation: Kimberley Hotel, Halls Creek. (BL)

Day 5 Sun: Argyle Diamond Mine

Journey north of Halls Creek and enter the Argyle mining lease. A local guide will join us and conduct a tour of Argyle Diamond Mine, the world's largest diamond mine. This afternoon travel to El Questro Wilderness Park.

Accommodation: Emma Gorge Resort, 2 nights, stay in unique tented cabins with private facilities, power and linen provided. (BL)

El Questro Homestead

Upgrade to the luxurious El Questro Homestead. Please enquire for details.

Day 6 Mon: El Questro

This morning cruise through Chamberlain Gorge, a fresh waterhole abounded by tropical vegetation. At Emma Gorge Resort there is time to relax and sit by the pool or to hike into Emma Gorge for a refreshing swim in the waterhole. (B)

Day 7 Tue: Wyndham

This morning travel along the Gibb River Road to Parry Lagoon Nature Reserve. Your Aboriginal hosts will welcome you to the region in a traditional ceremony. Continue to Wyndham to the 5 Rivers Lookout for sensational views over the Cambridge Gulf. Visit Warriu Park to see the Dreamtime Statues and rock art mural.

Accommodation: Country Club Hotel, Kununurra, 2 nights. (B)

Bungle Bungle Options

Scenic flight or full day 4WD adventure available today. Please enquire for details.

Day 8 Wed: Kununurra

After breakfast, enjoy a tour of Kununurra. See the Ord River Irrigation Scheme and Hidden Valley National Park. (B) •••

Day 9 Thu: Ord River Cruise

This morning cruise along the Ord River from Kununurra to Lake Argyle. Visit the historic Durack Homestead. Cross vast cattle stations en route to Katherine.

Accommodation: Paraway Motel, Katherine. (BL)

Day 10 Fri: Katherine Gorge

Cruise the placid waters of the Katherine River through the towering cliffs of two gorges. Look out for freshwater crocodiles. This afternoon travel through to the tropical city of Darwin for an orientation tour.

Accommodation: Darwin Central Hotel, Darwin, 2 nights. (B)

Day 11 Sat: Darwin at leisure

Enjoy a day at leisure in Darwin. (B)

Day 12 Sun: Kakadu National Park

Join your local AAT Kings Driver/Guide this morning. Travel into Kakadu National Park. View ancient Aboriginal art at Nourlangie Rock. At Cooinda join a wildlife cruise on Yellow Water Billabong. Later, visit the Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre.

Accommodation: Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn, Jabiru. (BL)

Day 13 Mon: Kakadu – Darwin

Join the Guluyambi Cruise along the spectacular East Alligator River. Next stop is Ubirr, to view rock art. Visit the Bowali Visitor Centre. Return to Darwin.

Accommodation: Darwin Central Hotel, Darwin. (BL)

Day 14 Tue: Depart Darwin

You will be transferred to Darwin Airport to connect with your onward flight. (B)

Aboriginal Cultural Experiences

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Prices & Dates

Tour Dates
Departs Returns
2005
A$4250
  13 Apr     26 Apr  
  18 May     31 May*
  20 Jun     03 Jul  
  04 Jul     17 Jul  
  11 Jul     24 Jul  
  13 Jul     26 Jul  
  25 Jul     07 Aug  
  27 Jul     09 Aug*
  01 Aug     14 Aug  
  15 Aug     28 Aug  
  17 Aug     30 Aug  
  05 Sep     18 Sep  
  07 Sep     20 Sep*
2006
  12 Apr   25 Apr
  17 May   30 May
  19 Jun   02 Jul
  03 Jul   16 Jul
  10 Jul   23 Jul
  12 Jul   25 Jul
  24 Jul   06 Aug
  26 Jul   08 Aug
  31 Jul   13 Aug
  14 Aug   27 Aug
  16 Aug   29 Aug
  04 Sept   17 Sept
  06 Sept   19 Sept
* = Guaranteed Departure
Supplements
Adult Single Supplement   A$1250
Triple Discount Save A$215
Child Discount Save A$850
Concession Card Holders Save A$75
Friendly Fours Save A$215
Frequent Traveller Save A$215
Meal Discount Save A$240

Some tours depart on a different day of the week than the one indicated in the itinerary.