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All
Terrain Safaris
12
day
Litchfield,
Gibb River, Mitchell Plateau and Bungles Adventure
Start from Darwin -
Kununurra -
Finish in Broome,
Western Australia
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An
adventure into the heart of the Kimberley, this tour travels
from Darwin to Broome via the Litchfield National Park, Keep
River National Park, The Bungle Bungles, and the Gibb River
Road. There is time to explore the Gorges and swim in waterfalls,
combining El Questro Station, the Mitchell Plateau, Windjana
Gorge and Tunnel Creek, finishing in the magical pearling
town of Broome.
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Tour
Prices:
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| April
2008 - October 2008 |
| Adult
AUD $1998 |
| Child
(5-12 years) fare is 70% of adult fare; minimum age 5. |
| All
prices are in Australian Dollars (includes 10% GST)
however
are subject to change without notice - please confirm
on booking
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| Discounts: |
*
Specials: Book a tour through us from this All Terrain
4WD Safaris site throughout 2008 and receive a 5% earlybird
discount. Conditions apply:
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| Tour
Departs: |
Darwin
app 6.30am to 7.00am
(Times and details on your ticket)
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| Departure
Dates: |
Departure
Dates 2008: Jun 11, Jul 9, Aug 6, Sep 3, Oct 1 |
| Tour
Finishes: |
Broome
at approx. 7.00pm to 8.30pm |
| Max
People: |
16:
All vehicles are purpose built real 4WD vehicles. Travel in
a small group ( average 10-12). More information at general
information. |
| What
to Bring: |
Important
- Please see the requirements at general
information. |
| What's
Included: |
All
activities and meals (except where specified), camping and National
Park fees, use of all camping equipment. Optional tours/activities
eg, boat trips and scenic flights not included in price. Sleeping
bags are available free of charge - please request on booking.
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Places
of Interest:
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Broome,
Windjana Gorge, Gibb River Road, Barnett River Gorge, Mitchell
Plateau, King Edward River, Mitchell Falls, mysterious Bradshaw
paintings, El Questro station, El Questro gorge.
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| Tour
Code: |
ATS-12DB |
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| DAY
1 - NP |
CP = Camping
Park, full facilities
NP = National Park, limited facilities
BC = Bush Camp, no facilities
Today
we depart Darwin and visit Litchfield National Park.
Here we can swim and explore the tropical falls of this beautiful
National Park, including Buley rockhole and Wangi Falls.
We stop for the night at the delightful Edith Falls or Douglas
Hot Springs, where thermal pools create an oasis in the
surrounding dry woodlands.
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| DAY
2 - NP |
This
morning we head south along the Victoria Highway, travelling
through the service town of Katherine (NT’s 4th largest). While
the stunning Red Valley Gorge serves as our backdrop,
the drive through the Gregory National Park is quite spectacular
- on both sides there are escarpment ranges, unique Boab
trees and the mighty Victoria River that runs into deep
valleys and gorges. Tonight we camp the night at the Keep
River National Park, which is noted for its striking landforms.
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| DAY
3 - NP |
After
exploring one of the many walk trails, we hit the highway again;
crossing the NT/WA Border we take the short run into Kununurra,
home to the Ord River, often described as one of the
most splendid river systems on the Planet! After taking
on fresh supplies, we continue our journey south along the Great
Northern Highway to Purnululu (Bungle Bungle National
Park). Driving for several hours via rugged 4WD-only access
tracks, we set up camp and experience a magnificent Bungle
Bungle sunset. |
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| DAY
4 - NP |
There
is a lot more to the Bungles than the 400 metre high beehive-shaped
domes, and today we will discover the delights of this wilderness
paradise at Mini-Palms Gorge and Echidna Chasm.
We walk through the tiger-striped sandstone domes at Picanniny
Creek to the spacious cavern of Cathedral Gorge, with
an optional helicopter flight also available. |
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5 - CP |
After
a bumpy start to the day along 4WD tracks, we hit the bitumen
again, where we visit the renowned Warmun Art Centre,
to view artwork from leading Aboriginal artists in residence.
We continue our way to Kununurra to where you can relax
around the pool or take in the sights at your leisure for the
afternoon. |
| DAY
6 - CP |
See
Kununurra and its beautiful surrounds early this morning as
we can take an optional plane flight over Lake Argyle,
the world-renowned Argyle Diamond Mine and the Bungle Bungle
ranges, before we head west, to tackle the Gibb River Road.
Our target is the award-winning El Questro Station, where we
will take a walk in Emma Gorge, before setting camp in the beautiful
surrounds of this Million Acre Wilderness Park. |
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7 - BC |
This morning
enjoy a walk through, and a soak in, the palm-fringed Zebedee
Hot Springs. Our next visit is to the magnificent El Questro
gorge, where we can hike through to the halfway point for a
refreshing swim, or for the more energetic, a trek to the end
for the pristine waterfall. This afternoon we head west along
the Gibb River Road, navigating through the stunning Pentecost
Ranges, while crossing the mighty rivers of both the Durack
and Pentecost, en-route to our bush camp in the Drysdale River
Region. |
| DAY
8 - NP |
Leaving
the Gibb, we travel via the Kalumburu Road, stopping briefly
at Drysdale River Station (a working cattle station),
to take on fuel and supplies before stopping at King Edward
River for lunch and a dip in the pristine waters. Then we
make full use of our 4WD ability, as we head for the remote
Mitchell Plateau, passing through forests of Livistonia Palms
and some of the best views that money can’t buy. |
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9 - NP |
A
full day to explore this spectacular area.
A trek to Mertens Falls and then on to the famous Mitchell
Falls will take you to one of the most remote places in
the country. Plenty of time to swim, photograph and just absorb
some priceless memories, as the Mitchell River cascades down,
forming a massive 4-tiered waterfall. An optional helicopter
flight is also available. We stop to view Aboriginal Rock Art,
including Wandjina art and the mysterious Bradshaw Paintings.
Tonight we camp on the banks of the King Edward River where
we can swim in the refreshing pools and wash off some dust.
Later we can look for “eyes” in the water. |
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| DAY
10 - NP |
This
morning we head south, passing through cattle country and again
meeting up with the Gibb River Road. We make our way to Manning
Gorge, where here we will camp for the night among the Barnett
Ranges. |
| DAY
11 - NP |
Our
first stop today is for a swim at Galvans Gorge, where
the warm water of the Isdell River falls down to form one of
the most beautiful pools to be found. Sit back and enjoy the
view as we travel through the King Leopold Ranges, some of the
highest country in the region. Tonight we will camp in the Windjana
Gorge National Park, where after dinner we will be able
to spot some of the hundreds of freshwater crocodiles that call
this paradise home. |
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12 - |
This
morning we explore by torchlight Tunnel Creek, 750
metres into the Napier Range and hideout of the outlaw Pigeon.
We then re-join the Gibb River Road for the final leg of
our journey, and head to the south of Derby to the Boab
Prison Tree. It is here we hit the bitumen and make
our way to the Pearling township of Broome, where
your tour guide will drop you at your accommodation, sadly
ending a memorable adventure.
Departure
Dates 2008: Jun 11, Jul 9, Aug 6, Sep 3, Oct 1
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