Adventure Tours Australia
9 Day 4WD Broome to Darwin Safari Camping Tour
Departs Broome and Finishes at Darwin
Tour Code: ATA_23_BD9

A 9 day small group true bush camping tour to Edith Falls, A brief stop at Katherine Gorge, Lake Argyle, Victoria River, Gibb River Road, Kununurra, Purnululu - Bungle Bungles, Kimberley Gorges, Tunnel Creek, Windjana Gorge,Frog Hole, Echidna Chasm, Cathedral Gorge, Turkey Creek, Wyndham, Five Rivers Lookout,El Questro Station,King Leopold Range, The Famous Boab Prison Tree, Cable Beach Sunset in Broome.

Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), hat & sunscreen, towel & toiletries, swimming gear, warm clothing in winter, water bottle, torch, insect repellent, camera & film, pillow, sleeping bag (can be hired for $15)

ITINERARY

Day 1 - Broome to Windjana Gorge

After leaving Broome we stop briefly at Willare Bridge to gaze in awe at the size of this river and the amount of water that flows in the mighty Fitzroy River during the wet season, continuing on we leave the bitumen behind as we head for the Oscar Range and on to Tunnel Creek, a 750 metre tunnel that passes under the Napier range rich in bush-ranger history: just ask your guide for the true story. (LD) (BC)

Day 2 - Gibb River Rd and Gorges

After spending a few pleasant hours exploring Windjana Gorge with its abundance of freshwater crocodiles it's time to hit the track again as we travel along the famous Gibb River Road to Bells Gorge where we have the chance for a refreshing swim. We then set up camp for the night. (BLD) (C)

Day 3 - Gibb River Road & Gorges

A great day of swimming and hiking as we explore some of the Kimberley's striking gorges - maybe Barnett, Manning, Adcock or Galvans depending on the time of year. Overnight bush camp. (BLD) (C)

Day 4 - Gibb River Road to Parry Farm

We continue along the rugged Gibb River Road, travelling through some ancient and spectacular country before crossing the Pentecost River and heading to the famous El Questro Station. We walk into the beautiful Cockburn Ranges for a swim under the waterfall at Emma Gorge. We call in at Wyndham and the Five Rivers Lookout before heading to our overnight camp at Diggers Rest Cattle Station or Parry Farm. Overnight camp at Diggers Rest Cattle Station (The station is a 90-minute drive from Kununurra and when it comes to the outback, this is about as outback as you can get. The roads leading to Digger's Rest deter the tourist buses, but are an easy piece for any 4WD or high clearance vehicle and at The Digger's Rest Station there are some 2,500 Brahmans Cattle.) or at Parry Farm (Parry Creek Farm and Marlgu Billabong are located along the Parry Creek Road, the old (and unsealed) highway from Kununurra to Wyndham. Parry Creek Farm is a tourist development that offers accommodation and has a small restaurant and cafe.)

Overnight camp at Diggers Rest Cattle Station or Parry Farm - depending on the time of year.
(BLD) (Campgound)

Day 5 - Parry Farm to Bungle Bungles

We start the day visiting the bird watchers paradise of Marlgu Billabong, then sit back and admire the awesome scenery of the Carr Boyd and Durack Ranges as we head to Turkey Creek. We take a challenging 4WD trip into the Bungle Bungle (Purnululu) National Park for sunset over the Osmond Ranges and our overnight bush camp. (BLD) (C)

Day 6 - Bungle Bungle NP

We spend a full day exploring the unusual rock formations of the Bungle Bungles mastiff, visiting the unique Frog Hole, the breathtaking Echidna Chasm and the magnificent Cathedral Gorge. We have time for an optional scenic helicopter flight (at own expense) over the Bungles before heading to our overnight bush camp. (BLD) (C)

Day 7 - Bungle-Bungles to Kununurra

This morning we engage 4WD to wind our way out of the Bungle-Bungles before heading to the capital of the north - Kununurra. This afternoon we explore Hidden Valley; just a stones throw from Kununurra township. (BLD) (CP)

Day 8 - Kununurra to Victoria River

This morning we drive out to Lake Argyle and the Ord River Dam. Time to take in the magnificent expanse of the largest man made lake in Australia. This afternoon we cross the border into the Northern Territory. Time permitting we may have a look in at the Keep River National Park before heading to our camp on the Victoria River. (BLD) (BC)

Day 9 - Victoria River to Darwin

We begin our final leg this morning with the short leg to Katherine where we have a brief visit to Katherine (Nitmiluk) Gorge. Heading north now we stop at Edith Falls for a final refreshing and relaxing swim before heading into Darwin where sadly we farewell our new found friends. (B.L.)

Abbreviation:
BC - Bush Camp
C - Campgroud
CP - Caravan Park
H - Hostel Shared Facility
SS - Sheep Station

Notes:

*Tour is operated on a code-share basis with Western Xposure
* Itinerary will 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.
* 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 and campground camping.
* This tour is suitable for fit and active people who can hike 5-9kms a day over uneven terrain often in high temperatures. Due to the remote nature of the Kimberley region we use bush camps with no facilities on several nights.
* It is not suitable for children.
* Itinerary may vary and / or attractions substituted due to seasonal conditions, Traditional Owner & National Park requirements.
* There is a strict luggage limit of 15kgs per person for this trip.
* Safaris must be reconfirmed by 4pm the day before travel.

Conditions:

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.

ATTENTION: The Darwin <> Broome 9 Day 4WD Safari has unique temperature, activity, and operational considerations not experienced elsewhere in Australia. The Kimberley is one of the most isolated, remote places in the world. It doesn't have the usual comforts and options of our other touring areas. We think this lack of conveniences is the REAL reason to visit this area and is what makes it so special and memorable for a lifetime.

ATTENTION: 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. Adventure Tours reserves the right to assess the fitness capability of passengers prior to tour departure. Tour is not suitable for children. Due to the remote nature of the Kimberley region we use bush camps with limited facilities on some nights.

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