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ITINERARY
Day
1 - Darwin to Victoria River
We begin
our adventure travelling south down "The Track" (Stuart Hwy)
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) (BC)
Day
2 - 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) (CP)
Day
3 - 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) (C)
Day
4 - Bungle Bungle National
Park
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) (C)
Day
5 - Bungle Bungle National
Park
to Parry Farm
Leaving
the Bungle Bungle NP 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) (C).
Day
6 - 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) (C)
Day
7 - 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) (C)
Day
8 - 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)(C)
Day
9 - Windjana Gorge to Broome (H)
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. (BL)
*Three nights multi-share accommodation is included. Passengers
may prefer to upgrade to ensuite twin/double/single (at extra
cost).
Day
10 & 11 - 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. (B) (H)
Day
12 - 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) (BC)
Day
13 - Indee Station to Karijini National
Park
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) (C)
Day
14 & 15 - Karijini National
Park
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) (C)
Day
16 - Karijini National
Park
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) (H)
Day
17 - Exmouth
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) (H)
Day
18 - Exmouth to Coral Bay & Warroora Station
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) (SS)
Day
19 - 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) (H)
Day
20
- 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) (H)
Day
21 - Kalbarri National Park 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)
Accommodation:
BC Bush Camp
C Campground
CP Caravan Park
H Hostel - Shared Facility
SS Sheep Station
Note:
* Tour is operated on a code-share basis with Western Xposure
*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 Australia 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 Pilbara region we use bush
camps with limited facilities on some nights.
* A STRICT LUGGAGE LIMIT APPLIES -
15kgs per person, in a backpack or soft bag.
* Itinerary may vary and/or attractions substituted due to
seasonal conditions, Traditional Owner and National Park requirements.
* 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.
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