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All
Terrain Safaris
15
Day Bungles/Gibb River & Plateau Adventure
Start from Darwin -
Broome -
Finish in Darwin
Australia
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An
adventure into the heart of the Kimberley, this tour travels
from Kununurra to Kununurra via the Bungle Bungles and Geikie
Gorge with 3 nights in magical Broome. Then it’s off along
the Gibb River Road visiting Windjana Gorge, Tunnel Creek,
Galvans and Manning Gorge with time to swim in waterfalls.
The tour includes the Mitchell Plateau, ancient Aboriginal
art, a working cattle station and El Questro Gorge.
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Tour
Prices:
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| April
2008 - October 2008 |
| Adult
AUD $2598 |
| 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: Wednesdays
from May 7 to Oct 22 inclusive |
| Tour
Finishes: |
Darwin
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-15DD |
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| DAY
1 - CP |
CP = Camping
Park, full facilities
NP = National Park, limited facilities
BC = Bush Camp, no facilities
Departing
Darwin for a transfer to Kununurra you have the option of
taking a Flight, (subject to availability) or travelling in
a luxury coach 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 you have escarpment ranges, unique
Boab trees and the mighty Victoria River that runs into deep
valleys and gorges. Tonight you join the tour group at the
Kimberleyland Holiday Park.
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| DAY
2 - NP |
Our
first stop after Kununurra is at a secluded swimming hole, before
visiting the renowned Warmun Art Centre to view artwork
from leading Aboriginal artists in residence. We continue our
journey to Purnululu (Bungle Bungle National Park), driving
for several hours via rugged 4WD-only access tracks. After setting
up camp, we experience a magnificent Bungle Bungle sunset. |
| DAY
3 - 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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| DAY
4 - CP |
After
a bumpy start to the day along 4WD tracks, we hit the bitumen
again and stop at the old goldmining town of Hall’s Creek
en route to Fitzroy Crossing, camping on the banks of the Fitzroy
River. Optional boat trip this afternoon past the colourful
cliffs of Geikie Gorge, part of the Devonian reef system,
with the chance to view some of the local wildlife. |
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5 |
Today
we head for the pearl town of Broome, stopping for photos
at one of the many stands of boab trees that dominate the landscape.
We arrive in Broome early afternoon, where your tour guide will
drop you off at your accommodation. |
| DAY
6 & 7 |
These
two days are free days, leaving you to explore this cosmopolitan
town nestled on the edge of the Indian Ocean. Spend time at
the beautiful Cable Beach or visiting some of the other attractions
including the Crocodile farm, Pearl farm and Bird Observatory.
Meals are not supplied on these days, giving you the chance
to try some of the local crusine from the many cafes and resturaunts
around town. An optional visit to the Sun Picture Theatre
- Australia's oldest open-air cinema, is the ultimate experience
for any Movie Buff. |
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8 - NP |
This
morning we head east from Broome along the Great Northern Highway,
crossing the massive Fitzroy River. After stopping at
the Boab Prison Tree, we branch off along dirt roads and explore
by torchlight Tunnel Creek, hideout of the outlaw Pigeon,
and then through to our camp at Windjana Gorge looking
for some freshwater crocodiles. |
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9 - NP |
Today
we start our trek along the famous Gibb River Road, travelling
through the King Leopold Ranges, with our first stop for a refreshing
swim at Galvans Gorge before arriving at our camp at
Manning Gorge. |
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10 - NP |
Leaving
the Gibb, we travel via the Kalumburu Road, heading for
the remote Mitchell Plateau. Tonight we camp on the banks
of the
King Edward River where we can swim in the refreshing
pools and wash off the dust. Later we can look for “eyes” in
the river. |
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11 - NP |
Passing
through forests of Livistonia Palms and some of the best views
that money can’t buy, a full day is set aside to explore this
spectacular area at leisure. 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 camp here this evening. |
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| DAY
12 - CP |
This
morning we reluctantly leave Mitchell Falls stopping to view
Aboriginal rock art, including Wandjina art and the mysterious
Bradshaw paintings, before arriving at the King Edward River
in time for a swim and lunch. We trek on to Drysdale
River station, with time for a cold beer at a traditional
Kimberley cattle station. Camp tonight by the Drysdale river.
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| DAY
13 - CP |
This
morning we can relax for a while or try our hand at fishing,
before rejoining the Gibb River Rd (one of the roughest roads
in the world), navigating through the stunning Pentecost
Ranges, while crossing the mighty rivers of both the Durack
and Pentecost, en-route to the award winning
El Questro station. |
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14 - CP |
Start
the day with 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 end our
trek along the Gibb River Road, heading to Kununurra,
where you can spend time fishing, canoeing or just relaxing
around the pool. |
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15 - CP |
Departing
Kununurra for Darwin, you have the option of taking
a 1hr flight, (depending on availability) or travelling
in a luxury coach north along the Victoria Highway. 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.
NB. Those taking the Coach option depart Kununurra at
7.15am to arrive Darwin at approximately 10.00 pm local
time. Passengers wishing to take the 1 hour flight have
several options, depending on availability.
Departure
Dates 2008:
Wednesdays from May 7 to Oct 22 inclusive
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