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Tour Type: Small Group 4WD
Tour Duration: 8 Days (7 Nights)
From: Broome to Broome
Tour Code: GBR8
Operator: Kimberley Wilderness Adventures |
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Small Group Tour Description
This tour offers an in-depth discovery of the icons of the Kimberley region. Highlights include the incredible Purnululu National Park, where the striped beehive domes of the Bungle Bungle Range will leave you lost for words. If you're short on time, this tour will show you many of the Kimberley's highlights in style. Small Group Tour Inclusions:
- Journey on the famed Gibb River Road
- Discover Tunnel Creek, Windjana, Bell and Galvans Gorges
- Soak in the thermal pools of Zebedee Springs within El Questro Wilderness Park
- Cruise along Chamberlain Gorge
- Explore World Heritage Purnululu National Park
- Discover Echidna Chasm
- Hike along Piccaninny Creek and into spectacular Cathedral Gorge
- See the unusual China Wall formation
- Cruise Geikie Gorge with local guide
- Travel in a comfortable 4WD vehicle
- Small group touring, maximum 20 travellers
- Experienced Driver/Guide, a Kimberley Expert
- Finest Dining The perfect combination of home-style meals and restaurant dining includes 7 breakfasts (B), 8 healthy lunches (L) and 7 hearty dinners (D)
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El Questro, Gorges and Purnululu
This morning begin your exploration of the
awe-inspiring Kimberley Region. Visit the Boab Prison Tree, believed to be more than 1,500 years old. Measuring an incredible 14 metres in diameter, and with its hollow centre and door cut into its side, the Boab Prison Tree was once used by early police patrols as a staging point for prisoners being walked into Derby. Today, the tree is a registered Aboriginal Site and is of cultural significance to local tribes. After time to admire and learn about the tree, begin your journey on the Gibb River Road, a remote 660 km outback highway stretching between Broome and Kununurra. The Gibb traverses through the wild heart of the Kimberley, through a spectacular landscape of intensely coloured ranges, dramatic gorges and lush rock pools and waterfalls. Travel to remarkable Tunnel Creek and, with torch in hand, wade through the cool waters to view the wonderful oasis. At Windjana Gorge, where sheer cliffs tower above white sands, see the ancient marine fossils embedded in the gorge walls. You might even see freshwater crocodiles lazing on the banks of the Lennard River, which runs through the gorge. Stay: Bell Gorge
Wilderness Lodge,
Gibb River Road (2 nights) (L/D) |
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Bell Gorge, Hiking and Swimming
Back on the Gibb River Road this morning, journey into King Leopold Range National Park, covering more than 900,000 acres and featuring seven rugged ranges. It’s also home to Bell Gorge, where stunning cliffs surround a series of tiered waterholes. Bell Gorge was formed by water flowing west from the King Leopold Range and cutting through the ancient rock of the region. Sitting approximately 300 metres above sea level, Bell Gorge is a spectacular spot for swimming, photography and enjoying what nature has to offer. During your time here, you can take a relaxing swim below the waterfall which feeds the lower pool, or perhaps go bird-watching. Those who are feeling energetic can choose from a number of hiking opportunities. (B/L/D) |
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Galvans Gorge, Durack River
Today, travel through the heart of Kimberley cattle country to discover one of the region’s most beautiful and most secluded gorges. At Galvans Gorge, a short walk leads to a picturesque waterhole where you can inspect the rock art on the gorge walls and perhaps take a leisurely swim in the refreshing waters. Afterwards, rejoin the Gibb River Road and ford the mighty Durack River, which was named after the region’s most famous pioneering family. Then ford the Pentecost River into El Questro Wilderness Park - one million stunning acres in the Kimberley wilderness. Tonight relax with your fellow travellers and enjoy a delicious dinner at Emma Gorge Resort. Stay: Enjoy staying in tented safari cabins at Emma Gorge Resort, El Questro (B/L/D) |
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El Questro, Emma Gorge, Zebedee Springs
Today you have the whole day to discover the wonders of El Questro for yourself. This morning, walk to beautiful Zebedee Springs and soak in the natural thermal pools surrounded by lush ferns and palms. After a rejuvenating soak, join a local ranger and cruise Chamberlain Gorge, a fresh waterway fringed by tropical vegetation and rugged escarpments. Later in the afternoon, you may like to join a hike into Emma Gorge, where you can indulge in a refreshing swim over to the towering droplet waterfall. Then return to Emma Gorge Resort for the night. (B/L/D) |
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World Heritage Purnululu National Park
Farewell El Questro this morning and journey to Purnululu National Park, one of Australia’s most fascinating landmarks. The national park is home to the famed black and orange striped domes of the Bungle Bungle Range. The range rises up to 578 metres above sea level and stands above a woodland and grass covered plain, with steep cliffs on the western plain. Formed by constant erosion and river movements over 20 million years, the range has both geological and Indigenous cultural significance. It’s an imposing sight; and one that you are sure to remember forever. Join a gentle hike along a Livistona palm-fringed trail, into Echidna Chasm, a spectacular cleft in the rock massif. During your time here, marvel at the domes from afar, then step inside the range to discover a plethora of gorges, pools and fauna. Stay: Stay in tented cabins with hot showers and toilets at Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodge, Purnululu National Park (B/L/D) |
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Echidna Chasm, Cathedral Gorge
Today you will discover the magic of Purnululu for yourself, and learn that it’s not just the Bungle Bungle Range that this incredible region is famous for. Join a gentle hike along a Livistona palm-fringed trail – regarded as one of the best in Australia – into Echidna Chasm, a spectacular cleft in the rock massif. From here, continue on to Piccaninny Creek, a winding gorge within the high walls of the Bungle Bungle domes. Your next stop is the natural amphitheatre of Cathedral Gorge, a spacious cavern rising high into the sky where you can test your vocal chords. As you wander through, marvel at the beehive domes while your guide brings the natural history of the range to life. Learn about bushtucker, bush medicine and the area’s significance to local Aboriginals. (B/L/D) |
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Halls Creek, Fitzroy Crossing
Farewell the Bungle Bungle and visit Halls Creek. See unusual China Wall, a natural quartz formation which rises from a creek and up over a small hill. The wall looks like a small version of the famous Great Wall of China – hence its name. Continue to Fitzroy Crossing, a small settlement situated on the Fitzroy River. Stay: Fitzroy River Lodge, Fitzroy Crossing (B/L/D) |
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Geikie Gorge Cruise, Broome
This morning journey into Geikie Gorge National Park, and enjoy a morning to explore Geikie Gorge, situated at the junction of the Oscar and Geikie ranges. This 30 metre-deep gorge has been carved over the years by the mighty Fitzroy River. Flooding of the river has bleached the gorge walls white over the years - an intriguing sight which makes Geikie Gorge very popular with photographers. During your time here, board a unique cruise along this stunning gorge and learn more about its surrounding flora and fauna. After lunch, return to the old pearling town of Broome, where your tour concludes. (B/L) |
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General Information
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Tour Operator: Kimberley Wilderness Adventures
APT Kimberley Wilderness Adventures has been operating 4-wheel drive safari tours throughout the Kimberley for more than 15 years, and are recognised as the touring specialists in the region. Touring in small groups of up to 20 travellers, we understand that touring is about more than just visiting an area. KWA allow you time to explore in depth, and experience personal interaction with the traditional Aboriginal land owners. Learn all about the proud culture and natural history of this fascinating region.
Tour Type: Small Group 4WD
Travelling as part of a
small group, you'll be treated as an individual,
with more time to ask your friendly Driver/Guide
questions about the culture and history of each
destination you explore. Apart from having your
own professional Driver/Guide on all small group
tours, we endeavour to have Aboriginal guides
join you where available. Their insightful
commentary on Indigenous rock art and
the area's natural features really brings
this spellbinding part of Australia to life.
Frequently Asked Questions
On an APT Kimberley Wilderness Adventure there's no such thing as too old, as our tours put the spring back into your step. It doesn't matter what age you are as long as you are in good health, and have a spirit of adventure.
To achieve maximum enjoyment from a Kimberley Wilderness Adventure, it is expected that passengers maintain a good level of fitness and general well-being. Given the remoteness of the Kimberley region, access to medical treatment and medication is extremely limited. Passengers requiring subscription medication should ensure they pack sufficient medication for the duration of the tour, as subscriptions can not readily be filled during the tour. Most tours contain hiking and frequent stops for swimming in Kimberley gorges and waterholes.
Some hikes, such as those on the Mitchell Plateau and in the Bungle Bungle are in excess of 1 hour in duration, over sometimes unstable and undulating terrain. Day time temperatures in these regions can be extreme and can lead to dehydration if sufficient fluids are not replaced. Given the poor quality of some of the roads we travel on, it is recommended that passengers with neck or back injuries consult their medical practitioner to determine the suitability of the tour.
Given the nature of our adventures in the Kimberley, we recommend that seven (7) years of age is the minimum age for children joining one of our tours. All children under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. During Australian school holiday periods, there may be a higher proportion of children on board the tour.
Absolutely! Our network of Wilderness Camps and lodges feature permanent and sturdy tented cabins. Cabin comforts include a raised wooden floor, comfortable twin beds with thick mattresses, doonas, pillows, a side table, and even interior lighting. And fresh bed linen provides that extra touch.
Our wilderness camps also feature shared ablutions, offering hot and cold showers (privacy assured), low-impact permanent toilet facilities and low voltage night lighting throughout the camp. At Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodge, all tented cabins contain private en suite facilities, a first for Purnululu National Park. Enjoy staying in the heart of the Bungle Bungle with a touch of luxury! Mitchell Falls Wilderness Lodge on the Mitchell Plateau has minimal environmental impact whilsts giving guests the unique opportunity to be surrounded by untouched habitat. Enjoy tented cabins which feature ensuites, fresh linen and solar powered hot water.
Our modern fleet consists of Isuzu and Landcruiser 4-wheel drive vehicles that have air conditioning, comfortable coach-style seating, and are seat belt equipped. These vehicles are fitted with satellite telephones ensuring uninterrupted communications with our Broome base, in case of an emergency. All vehicles have been specifically designed for the rugged Kimberley terrain.
There's nothing standard about our meals; they are praised as being plentiful, well balanced, and healthy. Breakfasts include cereal, toast with condiments, and often with cooked options. Lunches are fresh with a variety of cold meats, salads and breads, served picnic style. Dinners are delicious home-style three-course meals, served in unique dining areas. Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine with your evening meal, and reflect on another great Kimberley day.
April through to October are the most pleasant months to travel through the remote Kimberley region. In April/May and September/October the weather is fine and hot with mild nights (average maximum 33 degrees Celsius). From June to August the days are fine and warm with cool nights (average maximum 29 degrees Celsius). Rainfall is rare.
Casual, drip dry, hand washable clothing is recommended. Bring 4 or 5 changes of clothing, including shorts, T-shirts, collared and long sleeve shirts to avoid sunburn, and a windcheater and pants for cooler evenings. A good pair of hiking boots is recommended, along with some shoes you don't mind getting wet. It is recommended that you bring a sun hat, sunglasses, sun block and all necessary toiletries (Gentlemen, don't forget a razor as your electronic shaver cannot be powered out here!) We suggest you also bring a sturdy water container (at least one litre in volume) and a torch.
Hand washing facilities are available at each of our Wilderness Camps (hand washing is not encouraged at Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodge due to water conservation principles). In larger centres such as Kununurra and Broome, hotels feature coin-operated washing machines and dryers.
We have a dedicated section on our website providing more detailed information on KWA including more FAQ's on what you need to know before, during and after your travel; as well as information on what to expect on tour, and a comprehensive search facility to enable you to easily find more of their tours. Read more> (NB: This link will take you away from this tour itinerary page).
Airport Transfer Information
Free Airport Transfers
Arrival transfers are included on Day 1 of your tour. Return transfer is included on the last day of the tour. All flight information must be given to Global Journeys 60 days prior to your departure date. If this information is not received we are unable to guarantee the transfer. If you book your own pre or post accommodation then transfers cannot be included.
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