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Trip Style
Land Journey
Budget
Premium
Max. Group Size
36
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
AUDB-1
Overview
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on Scenic's 13 Day Mystical Kimberley. Let the spectacular Kimberley share its many stories with you as you journey into the heart of this incredible region. Surprises await you around every bend of your journey. Discover the many delights of the World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park. Visit billabongs, spot crocodiles and immerse yourself in the ancient stories of this land. A cruise on Katherine Gorge is a highlight, as is spending time on the breathtaking Ord River. Fly into Purnululu National Park for an overnight stay in the Bungle Bungles and discover...read more its 300 million years old striped domes during a guided walk. Travel along the famed Gibb River Road to El Questro Wilderness Park and marvel at the beauty of Chamberlain Gorge, and take a selfie with the towering magnetic termite mounds of Litchfield National Park.
Have a yarn with a traditional landowner and hear his stories; the people you meet along the way will be just as memorable as the landscapes you encounter. Bid farewell to your new friends in Broome, but not before exploring the tropical waters and pristine beaches of this gorgeous town.
Have a yarn with a traditional landowner and hear his stories; the people you meet along the way will be just as memorable as the landscapes you encounter. Bid farewell to your new friends in Broome, but not before exploring the tropical waters and pristine beaches of this gorgeous town.
Itinerary
Welcome to Darwin. Enjoy a two-night stay in the heart of Darwin and begin your journey with a welcome dinner. (D)
Freechoice: Choose an Adelaide River cruise to meet the famous ‘jumping crocodiles’ or take a day trip to Litchfield National Park. Alternatively, enjoy a sunset cruise on Darwin Harbour; take the hop-on-hop-off bus around town or join a WWII Bombing of Darwin tour. (B)
Today you’ll visit the Royal Flying Doctor Service to learn more about its vital role in outback Australia. You’ll then travel to the amazing World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park to experience its stunning raw beauty first hand. Stay two nights in Kakadu. (B/D)
Kakadu National Park is over 20 000 square kilometres in size and is Australia’s largest national park. Marvel at ancient Aboriginal rock art at Nourlangie Rock, some of the oldest and most impressive Rock Art. Visit Bowali Visitors Centre for a greater understanding of the area before cruising on Yellow Water Billabong, spotting crocodiles and birdlife. Finish the day watching the sunset over this spectacular World Heritage UNESCO site. Optional flight - Take an optional flight over Kakadu National Park for a bird’s-eye view of the wetlands and rocky terrain (at additional cost, please book prior to departure). (B/D)
Heading south, you’ll stop at Pine Creek, named after the many pine trees that Overland Telegraph workers found during the construction of this incredible telegraph line, which connected Australia to the rest of the world in 1872. Visit Nitmiluk National Park, home to the magnificent Katherine Gorge. Tonight, stay in Katherine. Enrich: Explore the culture and history of the Jawoyn people on a dinner cruise through Katherine Gorge. Enjoy the stories with the magnificent backdrop of towering cliff faces that change colour as the sun sets. (B/D)
Journey to Western Australia and let the vast expanse of the Kimberley slowly reveal itself. Visit Lake Argyle, the largest lake in the Southern Hemisphere. Enjoy afternoon tea and a tour of Hoochery Distillery, before arriving at Kununurra. (B/D)
An early morning start as you fly from Kununurra to the Bungle Bungles and a chance to see the orange and black stripes of these massive sandstone structures from the air before arriving at tonight’s accommodation for your overnight Special Stay in the heart of the Purnululu National Park. Discover Cathedral Gorge and the domes on your walking tours today. Enjoy a Kimberley Sunset before some stargazing in one of the best places to get views of the Milky Way Galaxy. (B/L/D)
During your flight back to Kununurra this morning there is a chance to see the Argyle Diamond Mine, Ragged Ranges and Carr Boyd Ranges. This afternoon, take an awe-inspiring cruise on the Ord River. Marvel at the vast variety of birdlife, immense gorge walls and beautiful river scenery before returning to to Kununurra for your overnight stay. (B)
Travel along the Gibb River Road to the acclaimed El Questro Wilderness Park. Set in the untamed Kimberley landscape, El Questro evolved from a working cattle station. Whilst here, take a cruise through Chamberlain Gorge. Tonight, stay at Halls Creek, on the northern edge of the Great Sandy Desert. (B/D)
Today you will visit the China Wall, a natural white stone wall that looks like the Great Wall of China. Cruise the Fitzroy River through the exquisite Geikie Gorge and keep an eye out for local wildlife, including sawfish, stingrays and freshwater crocodiles. Visit a local indigenous art gallery and stay overnight at Fitzroy Crossing. (B/D)
Enrich: Relish the opportunity to have a yarn with a traditional landowner whose grandfather was both a prisoner and prison warden at the remarkable Boab prison tree. View the tree and visit one of the oldest ‘supermarkets’ and ‘chemists’ in the world, without walls or cash registers. Arrive at the town of Broome, the jewel of the Kimberley for an orientation tour. With a rich history in pearling and a strong multicultural foundation, you’ll fall in love with this unique town. Spend two nights at Broome. Sundowners Enjoy a relaxing drink at Cable Beach as you watch the sun set over the Indian Ocean (B)
Freechoice: Discover the rare and beautiful Australian South Sea Pearl on a tour of Willie Creek Pearl Farm or enjoy a colourful and informative tour taking in the city sights on a Harley-Davidson™ Trike. Alternatively, enjoy a cultural experience of Broome or soak up the views from the top of a camel along Cable Beach. Finish the day with a farewell dinner with newfound friends as you reminisce about your adventures. (B/D)
It’s time to leave the wonders of the Kimberley behind and head home, taking wonderful memories with you. The itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Scenic cannot guarantee the tour will operate unaltered from the itinerary stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions. (B)
Trip Inclusions
Handcrafted Luxury
With Scenic, perks and privileges come included. Enjoy a full range of luxurious benefits that will enhance your experience throughout your journey. Read more
Special Stays
Scenic hotels are selected on a combination of location, character and ambiance to ensure your hotel stay is reflective of your destination. Read more
Scenic Enrich
Scenic's expert Journey Designers have handpicked a range of unique and unforgettable experiences that will be amongst the highlights of your journey. Read more
The nth Degree
Scenic have thought about the details so you don't have to, from personal airport transfers, first-class transport and local guides. All tips and gratuities are included. Read more
Scenic Freechoice
Choose from a vast range of activities, ensuring you only see what you want to see, and do what you want to do, at a tempo that suits you. Read more
Freechoice Dining
You'll be delighted by the sheer range of dining options available, from local and indigenous fare to specialty cuisines from around the world.
Brochure
Scenic Australia (2023-24)
As a proudly Australian-founded company, we are delighted many of our guests have been able to travel closer to home over the recent years. Australia is as vast as it is uniquely beautiful. There is an ancient pulse that beats throughout the land and it has much to offer, even to the most seasoned of travellers.
Prices & Dates
There are currently no departures available on this trip. Either it's the end of the season and new departures will be released shortly, or this itinerary has been changed and will no longer continue. Feel free to contact us for information about when next seasons dates will be released or click here to view the general release dates for all destinations.
Note
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Scenic. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from Scenic. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Scenic. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from Scenic. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
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