Best of the Kimberley

Highlights

FIRST CLASS HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS

• EXCLUSIVE! Kimberley Dreamtime Experience at Parry Lagoon Nature Reserve and Warriu Park
• Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Darwin
• Explore the picturesque Adelaide River War Cemetery
• Cruise through majestic Katherine Gorge
• Visit the historic Durack Homestead
• Enjoy a wildlife spotting cruise on the Ord River
• See impressive Lake Argyle
• Discover Hidden Valley National Park
• Time to relax and swim in the thermal pools at El Questro Wilderness Park
• Cruise through Chamberlain Gorge
• Tour the Argyle Diamond Mine
• Cruise through spectacular Geikie Gorge
• Relax on Cable Beach, Broome

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 (10) (B)
• Lunches (3) (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 Darwin Airport – flights to arrive prior to 2.30pm; Day 11 to Broome Airport – flights to depart anytime)
• Hotel porterage included

Itinerary

Day 1 Tue: Arrive Darwin

On arrival in Darwin you will be transferred to your hotel. This afternoon enjoy a tour of the tropical city of Darwin. See the mixture of old and new building styles including the old Government House and the new Northern Territory Parliament building. Visit the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory. Drive through the Botanic Gardens to East Point Reserve and view remnants of the World War II defence of Australia. Tonight enjoy a welcome drink with your Tour Director and fellow travellers.

Accommodation: Darwin Central Hotel, Darwin.

Day 2 Wed: Katherine Gorge

Bid farewell to the Northern Capital and head south along the Stuart Highway towards Katherine. Stop at the Adelaide River War Cemetery, a site dedicated to the World War II air raids on Darwin.In Nitmiluk National Park, cruise the placid waters of the Katherine River through the towering cliffs of two gorges.

Accommodation: Paraway Motel, Katherine. (B)

Day 3 Thu: Ord River Cruise

Travel via Timber Creek and Victoria River across vast cattle stations into Western Australia. Visit the historic Durack Homestead and learn about this pioneering family. See Lake Argyle, Australia's largest man-made lake. Join a cruise along the Ord River from mighty Lake Argyle to Kununurra.

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

Day 4 Fri: Kununurra

After breakfast tour the Kununurra region. See the results of the Ord River Irrigation Scheme and Hidden Valley National Park. Admire the views of the region from Kelly's Knob Lookout. This afternoon is at leisure. (B)

Day 5 Sat: Wyndham – 5 Rivers Lookout

This morning travel 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 murals, before continuing along the Gibb River Road to El Questro Wilderness Park, spanning over one million acres.

Accommodation: Emma Gorge Resort, 2 nights, tented cabins with private facilities, power and linen provided (see page 35). (B)

Day 6 Sun: El Questro Wilderness Park

Cruise through Chamberlain Gorge, a fresh waterhole abounded by tropical vegetation. At Emma Gorge Resort there is time this afternoon to sit by the pool or to hike into Emma Gorge for a refreshing swim. (B)

Day 7 Mon: Argyle Diamond Mine

Today visit the Argyle Diamond Mine, which produces one third of the world's diamonds annually. A local guide will join us for a behind the scenes look at the diamond mining process. Continue south to the historic town of Halls Creek.

Accommodation: Kimberley Hotel, Halls Creek. (BL)

Day 8 Tue: Geikie Gorge

Travel through the Kimberley to the remote township of Fitzroy Crossing. This afternoon cruise through Geikie Gorge, which has been formed by the waters of the Fitzroy River.

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

Day 9 Wed: Derby – Broome

Travel to the port of Derby and see the famous Boab Prison Tree, before continuing to the pearling centre of Broome. See Chinatown and Streeters Jetty.

Accommodation: Cable Beach Club Resort, Broome, 2 nights. (B)

Day 10 Thu: Broome at leisure

Enjoy a day at leisure exploring this tropical hideaway. Directly opposite the hotel is magnificent Cable Beach. (B)

Day 11 Fri: Depart Broome

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

Aboriginal Cultural Experience

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Bungle Bungle Options
Enjoy a scenic flight or full day 4WD adventure today. Please request at time of booking. Conditions apply, subject to minimum numbers.

Prices & Dates

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