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ITINERARY
Enjoy
24 days of touring starting with the world heritage listed
Kakadu National Park to the remote Kimberley region including
the amazing ancient landscapes of the World Heritage-listed
Bungle Bungles (Purnululu National Park). The West Coast of
Australia has the bluest oceans, untouched beaches and unique
rock formations. You'll be in awe of the beauty of this coral
coastline and the freedom the remote locations you visit will
bring you.
Day 1 - Darwin to Mary River
A refreshing
start to your day: the waterfalls of Litchfield National Park,
followed by the spectacular Mary River Wetlands. Birds aren't
the only wildlife abundant around here; keep your eyes out
for lurking crocodiles on our private river cruise! A secluded
campsite at Point Stuart Wilderness Lodge is where we'll stay
tonight. (LD)
Day 2 - Mary River to Kakadu National Park
Discover
ancient Aboriginal rock art at Ubirr, our first stop this
morning. Clamber to the top of a rocky lookout for fabulous
views over the Nardab floodplain. Next it's on to Maguk (Barramundi
Gorge), where a hike is rewarded with a reviving swim in the
plunge pools. Tonight we stay at our permanent camp within
Kakadu National Park. (BLD)
Day 3 - Kakadu National Park to Darwin
Get ready
for some 4WD action today on our way to Jim Jim Falls (seasonal)!
Once we get there, we'll hike to the base of the falls before
continuing on to Twin Falls (seasonal). Feel the beauty of
the stunning gorge and powerful falls from the National Park
operated boat and boardwalk experience. The impressive scenery
will continue to amaze you as we journey back to Darwin in
the afternoon.Overnight dorm accommodation in Darwin included.
(BL)
Day 4 - Darwin to Victoria River
We begin
our adventure travelling south down 'The Track' (Stuart Highway)
to Edith Falls where we break for a refreshing swim and some
time to get to know each other. Travelling further south we
have a short stop at Katherine Gorge before heading west towards
the Western Australian wilderness. We set up camp beside the
Victoria River for our first night together. Overnight bush
camp. (LD)
Day
5 - Victoria River to Kununurra
Up early
this morning as we cross the border into Western Australia.
We visit the largest man made lake in Australia - Lake Argyle
and explore the area before heading for the capital of the
north - Kununurra and our overnight campsite. (BLD)
Day
6 - Kununurra to the Bungle Bungles
Explore
Kununurra, the town of the Ord River Scheme and the scenic
Hidden Valley National Park. Then sit back and admire the
awesome views of the Carr Boyd and Durack Ranges as we head
to Turkey Creek. Next it's time to buckle up and hold on for
the challenging 4WD trip into the Bungle Bungle (Purnululu)
National Park for sunset over the Osmond Ranges and our camp.
(BLD)
Day 7 - Bungle Bungle NP
We spend
the full day exploring the unusual rock formations of the
Bungle Bungle Ranges, visiting the unique Frog Hole, the breathtaking
Echidna Chasm, and the magnificent Cathedral Gorge. There's
also time for an optional scenic helicopter flight (at own
expense) over the Bungles. We complete our day with another
amazing sunset. (BLD)
Day 8 - Bungle Bungle NP to Parry Farm
Leaving
the Bungle Bungle National Park we take a short break at Turkey
Creek before travelling onto Wyndham and the Five Rivers Lookout.
Overnight camp at Diggers Rest Cattle Station or Parry Farm.
(BLD).
Day
9 - Gibb River Road & Gorges
We tackle
the punishing Gibb River Road stopping to visit the famous
El Questro Station, take a walk in the beautiful Cockburn
Range and swim under the waterfall in Emma Gorge. We cross
the Pentecost River and travel through the spectacular ranges
before heading to our overnight bush camp. (BLD)
Day 10 - Gibb River Road & Gorges
A day
of swimming and hiking as we explore some of these striking
gorges: Barnett, Manning, Galvins, or Adcock, depending on
the time of year. Overnight bush camp. (BLD)
Day 11 - King Leopold Range - Windjana Gorge
We enjoy
an early hike and swim at Bell or Leonard Gorge before experiencing
the splendour of the King Leopold Range travelling to Windjana
Gorge. After lunch, we wade through the icy waters of the
mysterious Tunnel Creek to explore the incredible limestone
formations. We camp overnight at Windjana Gorge National Park.
(BLD)
Day 12 - Windjana Gorge to Broome
We view
the abundant wildlife of Windjana Gorge including freshwater
crocodiles and explore the 350 million year old fossilised
reef wall rising 90 metres above the riverbed. Then we head
for Derby, visiting the famous Boab Prison Tree before continuing
on to Broome for sunset on beautiful Cable Beach. *Three nights
multi-share accommodation is included. Passengers may prefer
to upgrade to ensuite twin/double/single (at extra cost).
(BL)
Day 13 & 14 - Broome
Two days
of leisure in this historic northern pearling town. There
is plenty to see and do in Broome, time to just relax or laze
on the beach in idyllic weather conditions on the famous Cable
Beach or view some of the old Pearling Luggers. We start our
time here with a town tour to show you the sights. Multi-share
accommodation included (B)
Day
15 - Broome to Indee Station
Departing
Broome we cross the Great Sandy Desert, calling in at the
coastal oasis of Eighty Mile Beach where we may have time
for a quick swim in the turquoise water and a chance to collect
some unique seashells. We travel further south through Port
Hedland checking out the enormous piles of iron ore and salt,
before setting up camp at a remote sheep and cattle property,
Indee Station. Tonight, sample some traditional Aussie damper
baked in the hot coals of our campfire. (BLD)
Day 16 - Indee Station to Karijini NP
This
morning we make our way to the remote but spectacular Karijini
National Park where we spend the next three days exploring
the ancient gorges and swimming in emerald coloured rock pools.
We begin our Karijini experience with a visit to the Karijini
Cultural Centre before heading for Fortesque Falls where you
will be rewarded with a refreshing swim. Overnight camp in
Karijini. (BLD)
Days
17 & 18 - Karijini NP
The next
two days are spent exploring, swimming and relaxing in the
magnificent Karijini gorges. One of the oldest landscapes
on earth the region will amaze you. We will explore a number
of gorges including Weano Gorge, Handrail Pool, Oxers Lookout,
Hancock Gorge and Hamersley Gorge amongst others. Overnight
camp in Karijini. (BLD)
Day 19 - Karijini NP to Exmouth
Leaving
Karijini, we call in at the unique mining town of Tom Price
before travelling through the vast bush land and station country
of the Pilbara region on our way to Exmouth and our accommodation.
(BLD)
Day
20 - Exmouth (H)
This morning
we explore the Cape Range National Park. Take a dip or relax
on the beach at picturesque Turquoise Bay and hike around
the vertical red rock walls of the gorge for stunning views
at Yardie Creek. (BLD)
Day 21 - Exmouth to Coral Bay
Spend
the entire day snorkelling the famous Ningaloo Reef accessible
from Coral Bay's white sandy beach. Alternatively, you can
choose one of the many optional activities including quad
biking, coral viewing cruises and scuba diving (at own expense).
(BLD)
Day
22 - Coral Bay to Monkey Mia
Heading
south we cross the Tropic of Capricorn and pass through the
banana growing town of Carnarvon. We call in at unique Shell
Beach before continuing on to Monkey Mia famous for the wild
dolphins that visit the beach daily. (BLD)
Day 23 - Monkey Mia to Kalbarri
Time this
morning to visit with the dolphins before exploring some of
the Shark Bay World Heritage area. We stop to view the stromatolites
the oldest living organisms in the world before heading south
for Kalbarri. Time permitting we will be able to view the
Murchison Gorge and Natures Window this afternoon before arriving
in this seaside resort town. (BLD)
Day 24 - Kalbarri NP to Perth
Departing
via the coastal gorges of the Kalbarri National Park, we head
to the picturesque seaside town of Dongara before travelling
south through the fascinating landscape of the Nambung National
Park and checking out the famous Pinnacles. Then we make our
way to Perth arriving in the early evening. (BL)
Notes
* Tour
is operated on a code-share with Western Xposure.
* Itinerary may vary and/or
attractions substituted due to seasonal conditions, Traditional
Owner and National Park requirements, particularly in November
and Apri/Mayl when the Gibb River Road and Bungle Bungle NP
may be closed.
* Package is made up of three
tours; therefore you may travel with a different guide and
passengers during each section.
* Upgrade accommodation is subject to availability at time
of booking. Upgrade accommodation is on a room only basis
- no meals included whilst in Broome.
*
There is a strict luggage limit of 15kgs per person for this
trip.
* Safaris must be reconfirmed by 4pm the day before travel.
* Park fee of AU$12.50 (Twin Falls boat fee - seasonal) and
$15 fuel levy are payable on morning of departure
ATTENTION:
General
Information and conditions of travel
* This tour is only for fit
and active people, who can hike 5-9kms a
day over uneven terrain, often in high temperatures. Temperatures
can be extreme, i.e. very high during summer days and very
cold during winter nights. It is NOT SUITABLE for children.
*Adventure Tours reserves the right to assess the fitness
capability of passengers prior to tour departure.
*Due to the remote nature of the Kimberley region we use
bush camps with limited facilities on several
nights.
*This tour operates in some of the most isolated areas in
Australia. Travel in these areas can, at times, be very unpredictable
due to weather, vehicle, road conditions, local conditions
etc. and it may therefore be necessary to change the itinerary
from time to time. Camping is a combination of bush camping,
caravan park and campground camping.
*The itinerary may change during November and April with the
closure of the Gibb River Road & the Bungle Bungle NP.
Attractions will be substituted with others of interest.
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