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12 Day Northern Territory Kimberley and
Kakadu
Vacation in Australia |
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Australia travel info. Experience the stunning beauty of WA on the
Kimberley and Kakadu Explorer. Using a combination exclusive permanent
campsite and hotels visiting Geikie Gorge, El Questro, Purnululu (Bungle
Bungle), King Edward River, Chamberlain Gorge and the Ord River Scheme. Holiday
in Australia this year.
Itinerary
Day 1. Depart Broome, Geikie Gorge Cruise. Departing Broome, view the
Boab Prison Tree near Derby. The hollow trunk of the Prison Tree was used as a
prison cell during the region’s early days. At Geikie Gorge discover a
stunning waterway hemmed by sandstone walls that have been bleached by annual
flooding. Cruise the gorge guided by a traditional Bunuba land owner. Stay:
Fitzroy Crossing, Fitzroy River Lodge. Lx1 Dx1
Day 2. Tunnel Creek, Windjana Gorge. Our first stop is Tunnel Creek, a
750 metre-long natural tunnel carved through the Napier Range. With torch in
hand, you can wade through the cool waters under the mountain range to view the
oasis that awaits on the other side. At Windjana Gorge, sheer cliffs tower
above white sands and ancient marine fossils are embedded in the gorge walls.
Look out for freshwater crocodiles lazing on the banks of the Lennard River
which runs through the gorge. Then we begin our journey on the famous Outback
highway, the Gibb River Road, continuing on to our exclusive wilderness camp,
in the heart of Ngarinyin country. Two Night Stay: Imintji Wilderness Camp.
Stay in the comfort of our exclusive permanent campsite. Bx1 Lx1 Dx1
Day 3. Bell Gorge, Hiking and Swimming. Back on the Gibb River Road we
travel to Bell Gorge, where rugged cliffs surround a series of tiered
waterholes. The afternoon is yours to explore. Enjoy a swim below the
waterfall, go birdwatching or choose from a number of hiking opportunities.
This is the perfect place to simply relax and enjoy the surroundings. Head back
to our exclusive camp for the evening. Bx1 Lx1 Dx1
Day 4. Galvans Gorge, Barnett River Gorge. Travel through Kimberley
cattle country, discovering secluded gorges. At Galvans Gorge, a short walk
leads to a beautiful waterhole. Inspect the gorge’s rock art and take a
refreshing swim. At Barnett River Gorge enjoy lunch under the paperbark trees.
Look out for interesting birdlife and take another dip. We then head towards
the isolated Mitchell Plateau. Ford the Drysdale River and arrive at our
overnight wilderness camp on the banks of the upper King Edward River. This
area is the traditional home of the Ngarinyin Aboriginal people. Stay: King
Edward River, Marunbabidi Wilderness Camp. Relax in this tranquil bush
setting. Bx1 Lx1 Dx1
Day 5. King Edward River, Mitchell Plateau. Ascending the Mitchell
Plateau, we enter a world of Livistona palm forests, ancient Aboriginal art,
magnificent waterfalls and isolated swimming holes. Today, explore Wandjina and
Gwion (Bradshaw) art galleries and swim in crystal-clear waters at King Edward
River Crossing. Stay at our wilderness camp beside Camp Creek and at the top of
the plateau. Two Night Stay: Ungolan Wilderness Camp. Bx1 Lx1 Dx1
Day 6. Mitchell Falls, Scenic Flight over Falls. Today discover the
untamed beauty of Mitchell Falls. When available, local Aboriginal guides will
join us, imparting their knowledge of the area. Begin with a guided hike to
Little Merten Falls to view rarely seen Aboriginal art. Continue on to view
Gwion (Bradshaw) art and Big Merten Falls before arriving at Mitchell Falls.
Here swim in the pools above the falls and look for the region’s diverse
range of stunning flora and fauna. Take a helicopter flight over Mitchell Falls
back to the vehicle (or, if you prefer, hike back with your guide). Longer
flights over the remote coastline are available at an additional charge. Bx1
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Day 7. Gibb River Road, El Questro Station. Leaving the magnificent
Mitchell Plateau, we rejoin the Gibb River Road and ford the Durack River,
named after the region’s most famous pioneering family. Then ford the
Pentecost River where saltwater crocodiles inhabit the deceptively calm waters,
before arriving at El Questro Station and Wilderness Park – one million
acres in the Kimberley wilderness. Two Night Stay: El Questro, Emma Gorge
Resort, comfortable tented safari cabins with private en suites Bx1 Lx1
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Day 8. Chamberlain Gorge, Aboriginal Art, Zebedee Thermal Pools, Emma
Gorge. Today discover the wonders of El Questro. Cruise Chamberlain Gorge,
a fresh waterway fringed by tropical vegetation and rugged escarpments, with a
ranger. You’ll also see rare Wandjina Aboriginal rock art at the gorge.
This afternoon walk to Zebedee Springs to soak in the thermal pools, surrounded
by lush ferns and palms. After a leisurely soak, hike to Emma Gorge and indulge
in a swim over to the towering droplet waterfall. Bx1 Dx1
Day 9. World Heritage Purnululu. Farewell El Questro and journey to
World Heritage Purnululu National Park, a spectacular wilderness region. We
travel the rugged Spring Creek Track into the Bungle Bungle Range. Enjoy a
drink while the sun sets over the changing colours of the Bungle Bungle. Two
Night Stay: APT’s award-winning Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodge. Tented
cabins with en suites. Bx1 Lx1 Dx1
Day 10. Echidna Chasm, Cathedral Gorge. Discover the magic of Purnululu.
Virtually unknown to non-Aboriginals until 1982, the park’s remoteness is
equalled only by its untouched beauty. Hike into Echidna Chasm, a spectacular
cleft in the rock massif. Continue on to Piccaninny Creek and the natural
amphitheatre of Cathedral Gorge. Walk among the beehive domes as your guide
brings the natural history of the range to life. Learn about bushtucker, bush
medicine and the area’s significance to local Aborigines. Bx1 Lx1 Dx1
Day 11. Kununurra, Ord River Scheme. Travel to Kununurra and tour the
Ord River Scheme. View spectacular scenery, birdlife and wildlife before
admiring the sunset on the lake. Stay: Kununurra, All Seasons Hotel. Bx1 Lx1
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Day 12. Kununurra, Tour Finishes Tour finishes after breakfast. Bx1
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