Itinerary
Day 1 Wed: Arrive Broome
You will be met on arrival at Broome Airport. See the sights of Broome including
Chinatown, the Japanese Cemetery, Streeters Jetty and visit Ganthaeume Point for sweeping
views of the Indian Ocean. This evening enjoy a welcome drink with your Tour Director as
you watch a breathtaking sunset over famous Cable Beach.
Camp: Broome, 2 nights. (D)
Day 2 Thu: Broome at leisure
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. Tonight 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 and visit the Circular Wharf. Stop to see the Boab Prison Tree
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 (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
in height. Crossing the King Leopold Range, we continue along the Gibb River Road,
stopping at beautiful Galvans Gorge and Manning Gorge (conditions permitting).
Bush Camp: Gibb River Road. (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
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, and
see Aboriginal rock art. 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
We depart the El Questro Station Township this morning and travel to Emma Gorge Resort,
where we take a guided walk into Emma Gorge. There is 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 onto the town of Kununurra.
Camp: Kununurra, 2 nights. (BLD)
Day 8: Wed Kununurra
This morning we explore Mirima (Hidden Valley) National Park and admire the views from
Kelly's Knob Lookout. Later, 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
Enjoy 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 where there is time for a swim, 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 bird life that this region is renowned for.
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.
Accommodation: Mirambeena Resort, Darwin, 2 nights. (BL)
Day 12 Sun: Litchfield National Park
We follow the Stuart Highway via the township of Batchelor to the tropical haven of
Litchfield National Park. View beautiful Florence Falls and stop at Wangi Falls where
there is the opportunity for a swim. Return to Darwin where the evening is at leisure for
you to explore this tropical city. (B)
Day 13 Mon: Depart Darwin
Your tour concludes today after breakfast. You will be transferred to Darwin Airport to
connect with your onward flight. (B)
Broome Upgrade
Reward yourself in Broome and upgrade to the Mercure Inn Continental or Cable Beach
Club Resort. Subject to availability, please enquire for details.
Kimberley Options
Enjoy a Bungle Bungle & Argyle Diamond Mine tour or full day 4WD adventure to the
Bungle Bungles. Please request at time of booking. Conditions apply, subject to minimum
numbers.
Bungle Bungle Options
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