Wonders of the Kimberley and Coast Adventure

Depart Broome this morning and journey towards the breathtaking landscapes of Bell Gorge. Along the way, stop in Derby to visit the historic Boab Prison Tree. Estimated to be over 1,500 years old and measuring an impressive 14 metres in circumference, this culturally significant tree once served as a temporary holding site for prisoners during early police patrols. Later, arrive at your Wilderness Lodge and settle in for a two-night stay surrounded by the untouched beauty of the Kimberley. Stay Two Nights: Bell Gorge Wilderness Lodge (D)

Insider Experience - Bell Gorge Wilderness Lodge Tonight, indulge in an incredible open-air dining experience at Bell Gorge Wilderness Lodge. Surrounded by the sights and sounds of the Kimberley, enjoy a delicious meal in a charming outback setting. This unique experience continues throughout your journey, with immersive stays at the Mitchell Falls and Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodges, where the magic of the Kimberley's remote landscapes enhances every evening.

Today explore Bell Gorge, where towering cliffs frame a series of cascading waterholes. Take a refreshing dip at the top of the falls, surrounded by the gorge's natural beauty, or challenge yourself with a hike down to the lower pool, where you can swim beneath the cascading waterfall. After your day of exploration, return to the lodge for dinner. (B/L/D)

Visit Galvans Gorge for a short walk to a natural waterhole for another relaxing swim before heading to your new Wilderness Lodge. Stop at picturesque Manning Creek and enjoy lunch in the shade of the region's impressive boab trees before taking a refreshing dip in the pristine water. Tonight, head to Mt Elizabeth Station. Nestled in the heart of the Kimberley, this half-million-acre working cattle station offers a taste of authentic outback life. Enjoy warm hospitality, rich history and a delicious Kimberley meal. Stay: Mt Elizabeth Station (B/L/D)

Journey deep into the heart of the remote Mitchell Plateau, where rugged landscapes give way to lush Livistona palm forests, breathtaking lookouts and cascading waterfalls that tumble into secluded swimming holes. Unwind on the private deck of your tented cabin, immersing yourself in the tranquillity of this untouched wilderness. Stay Two Nights: Mitchell Falls Wilderness Lodge (B/L/D)

Enjoy a guided walk through Mitchell Plateau today to experience the power and beauty of its waterfalls and marvel at its collection of Aboriginal rock art. Along the way, stop at the serene Little Mertens Falls for a refreshing swim. Alternatively, you can choose to take an optional hike and helicopter flight. (B/L/D)

Enhance Your Journey - Mitchell Falls Hike and Scenic Helicopter Flight Venture deeper on a longer hike to witness the towering Big Mertens Falls before arriving at the top of the magnificent four-tiered Mitchell Falls. From here, take to the skies on a scenic helicopter flight for a breathtaking bird's-eye view of this natural wonder (additional expense).

Visit more amazing rock art galleries at the Mitchell Plateau for an Insider Experience before enjoying a swim in the clear waters of the King Edward River. Later, cross the Drysdale River en route to your new accommodation. Stay: Drysdale River Station (B/L)

Insider Experience - Wandjina and Gwion Gwion (Bradshaw) Rock Art Admire ancient Wandjina and Gwion Gwion (Bradshaw) rock art created by the Wunambal people that dates back thousands of years at a gallery in Mitchell Plateau.

Journey from Drysdale to Kununurra today, taking in the ever-changing landscapes of the Kimberley along the way. This evening, you may wish to indulge in an optional dinner experience. Stay Two Nights: Kununurra, Kimberley Grande Hotel (B/L)

Enhance Your Journey - Camp Oven Experience Tonight you can indulge in a spectacular four-course dinner under the outback stars at the Gourmet Camp Oven Experience, delighting in delicious dishes championing both the freshest local produce and the best traditional bush tucker of the Kimberley (additional expense).

You may wish to enjoy today at leisure in Kununurra, or you can take an optional cruise of the Ord River. Later, transfer to El Questro Wilderness Park. (B/D)

Enhance Your Journey - Ord River Cruise Embark on a cruise of the Ord River, exploring the river's unique ecosystem on the lookout for freshwater crocodiles and an abundance of unique birdlife.

Enhance Your Journey - El Questro Emma Gorge Resort Upgrade Why not enhance your experience with an upgrade to Emma Gorge Resort, located in the heart of El Questro Wilderness Park? Instead of free time in Kununurra, you'll journey to El Questro in the morning, enjoying lunch at El Questro Station before embarking on a scenic Chamberlain Gorge cruise. Later, check into the stunning Emma Gorge Resort, where you can unwind with some downtime, perhaps taking a dip in the resort's pool, before enjoying a delightful dinner in this breathtaking setting. The next morning, you'll have the opportunity to set out on a hike to the spectacular Emma Gorge waterfall

Journey to the breathtaking Purnululu National Park, home to the iconic beehive-striped domes of the Bungle Bungle Range. Upon arrival, settle into your comfortable Wilderness Lodge, surrounded by the beauty of the remote outback. This evening, enjoy another open-air dinner at your lodge, where you'll savour a delicious meal while taking in the tranquil sights and sounds of the surrounding wilderness. Stay Two Nights: Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodge (B/L/D)

Enjoy a full day to explore some of Purnululu National Park's most beautiful locations. Experience the incredible natural acoustics of Cathedral Gorge, a vast amphitheatre of vibrant rock created by erosion over millions of years. Later, stroll along Piccaninny Creek, winding your way through the park's unique landscapes. Alternatively, you can take to the skies on an optional helicopter flight.

Enhance Your Journey - Bungle Bungle Range Helicopter Flight Take a helicopter flight over the Bungle Bungle Range, soaring over the range's beehive-like domes and seeing Cathedral Gorge and Piccaninny Creek from a birds-eye view (additional expense). (B/L/D)

Depart Purnululu National Park today before heading for Fitzroy Crossing. On the way, enjoy a special Insider Experience. Stay: Fitzroy River Lodge (B/L)

Insider Experience - Nyanyjili Footprint Tour Be joined by an Indigenous Australian Traditional Owner guide on your Nyanyjili Footprint Tour. Become immersed in the stories, history and culture of Bunuba country and its people. Take the opportunity to ask questions and connect with your guide on this intimate tour.

Today, explore Windjana Gorge, where towering limestone walls reveal ancient marine fossils embedded in their rugged formations. Then, continue to Tunnel Creek and wade through its cool, refreshing waters as you navigate Western Australia's oldest cave system, emerging at a hidden oasis. Take a moment to admire the serene surroundings before journeying back to Broome. Stay: Broome, Mangrove Hotel or similar (B/L)

Enjoy a morning at leisure in Broome before embarking your premium expedition ship, the Heritage Adventurer, for your nine night cruise. Get to know your fellow travellers at a relaxed dinner on board. Stay Nine Nights: Heritage Adventurer (B/D)

Today, you'll set out on a Zodiac for a guided tour of the spectacular Lacepede Islands. A certified Important Bird Area for an abundance of marine birds and Western Australia's most important green sea turtle breeding habitat, the quartet of islands are havens for a variety of wildlife and a joy to explore. Later, your ship cruises to the Buccaneer Archipelago, a beautiful cluster of more than 800 islands home to a broad range of unique wildlife. (B/L/D)

An exciting day exploring the Kimberley by Zodiac awaits today after arriving in Talbot Bay. Enjoy an Insider Experience and explore the bay and Cyclone Creek as you wind your way past impressive rock formations on the lookout for the region's amazing wildlife. (B/L/D)

Insider Experience - Horizontal Falls Enjoy viewing the incredible Horizontal Falls aboard a Zodiac in Talbot Bay, subject to tidal conditions. Forged by the bay's impressive 12-metre tides as the water squeezes through a narrow gap between gorge walls, the powerful currents are a sight to behold.

After a special Insider Experience, cruise through Doubtful Bay on the lookout for whales, which are commonly seen during the season. Enjoy another Insider Experience at Freshwater Cove to end your day. (B/L/D)

Insider Experience - Montgomery Reef Soak in the amazing scenes aboard a Zodiac as Montgomery Reef dramatically rises out of the ocean as a result of the region's strong tides. Cruise through narrow channels between the world's largest inshore reef as you admire the spectacle and the incredible wildlife exposed by the cascading water.

Insider Experience - Wandjina Rock Art Be led by a local Aboriginal guide through an incredible millennia-old Wandjina rock art site at Freshwater Cove.

Arrive in Prince Frederick Harbour today and explore its lush mangrove ecosystems surrounded by impressive red sandstone cliffs. The harbour fosters an array of wildlife including saltwater crocodiles, mudskippers, kingfishers and white-bellied sea eagles. Next, reboard a Zodiac to discover the wonders of the Hunter River and the picturesque Naturalists Island. (B/L/D)

Explore this labyrinth of islands, inlets and peninsulas, believed to be named by explorer Lieutenant Phillip Parker King after novelist Jonathan Swift, author of Gulliver's Travels. Set out on another exciting adventure with an Insider Experience today. (B/L/D)

Insider Experience - Swift Bay Aboriginal Rock Art See incredible galleries of ancient Wandjina and Gwion Gwion (Bradshaw) rock art, estimated to have been created between 5,000 and 13,000 years ago. These remarkable artworks can be seen in caves close to the water's edge, and are primarily painted on rock overhangs.

Enhance Your Journey - Mitchell Falls Scenic Helicopter Flight If you'd like to soar high above the Kimberley's incredible landscapes, you can board a helicopter flight for a unique bird's-eye view of the tiered waterfalls of the Mitchell Plateau (additional expense).

Arrive at Ashmore Reef Marine Park today and savour a Zodiac tour of the seabird haven, where up to 100,000 birds breed each year. In addition to the prolific birdlife, beneath the clear tropical waters, the coral reefs, seagrass meadows, sandflats and lagoons of Ashmore Reef are home to a colourful array of marine life including 255 species of reef building coral, the greatest number of any reef on the Western Australian coast. (B/L/D)

Explore beautiful Vansittart Bay today, landing and experiencing its greatest sights. Venture out across the salt flats to see the US Air Force C-53 plane which famously crash landed here during World War II in 1942. (B/L/D)

Arrive in Koolama Bay this morning before joining a Zodiac cruise along the King George River, winding through towering red cliffs and passing by mangrove forests. You'll also enjoy an Insider Experience at the river's greatest attraction. (B/L/D)

Insider Experience - King George Falls Get up close and personal to the magnificent King George Falls, where the King George River tumbles 80 metres down from lofty sandstone cliffs. You'll be able to experience its power as your Zodiac creeps close to the iconic waterfall.

Arrive in Darwin this morning, where your tour ends after breakfast with a transfer to the airport. (B)