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Day 1 Tue: Broome - Geikie Gorge
You will be met at 8.00am this morning in Broome.
See the sights of Broome including Chinatown,
the Japanese Cemetery, Streeters Jetty and visit
Ganthaeume Point for sweeping views of the Indian
Ocean. Travel to the town of Fitzroy Crossing,
located on the broad Fitzroy River. Enjoy an
afternoon cruise through Geikie Gorge where
the river flows beneath the towering limestone
cliffs. This evening enjoy a welcome drink with
your fellow travelling companions.
Accommodation: Fitzroy River Lodge, safari cabins
with private facilities. (D)
Day 2 Wed: Bungle Bungles
Our journey continues eastward today to historic
Halls Creek, before travelling via the remote,
rocky tracks into the Bungle Bungles in Purnululu
National Park. This spectacular wilderness region
consists of dome-shaped mountains, sheer walls
and deep gorges covering an area of 500 square
kilometres.
Accommodation: Bellburn Safari Camp, safari
tents with share facilities, 2 nights. (BD)
Day 3 Thu: Bungle Bungles
Today we have a full day to explore the Bungle
Bungles. The rounded rock beehive towers are
delicate sandstone formations encased in a skin
of iron oxide (orange bands) and Cyanobacteria
(dark green bands). Visit Cathedral Gorge, a
stunning natural amphitheatre. Later, explore
spectacular Echidna Chasm, home to towering,
ancient Livistonia Palms. (BLD)
Day 4 Fri: Argyle Diamond Mine
We visit the Argyle Diamond Mine this morning,
the largest diamond mine in the world, producing
one third of the world’s diamonds annually.
Continue this afternoon to the town of Kununurra.
Accommodation: Lakeside Resort, Kununurra, 2
nights. (BLD)
Day 5 Sat: Ord River – Lake Argyle
This morning we cruise the placid waters of
the Ord River to mighty Lake Argyle, watching
for wildlife including crocodiles and birdlife.
Our local guide has a vast knowledge of the
Ord River ecosystems. Later, visit the Durack
Homestead. (B)
Day 6 Sun: El Questro
Travelling to Wyndham this morning, we enjoy
spectacular views from the 5 Rivers Lookout.
We then travel along the Gibb River Road into
El Questro Wilderness Park, home to rugged ranges,
ancient gorges and pristine waterfalls. Opportunity
to enjoy an optional afternoon cruise through
breathtaking Chamberlain Gorge.
Accommodation: El Questro Station Township,
tented cabins with share facilities, power and
linen provided. (BD)
Day 7 Mon: Mt Elizabeth Station
Today we journey through some of the harshest
terrain of the Kimberley. Skirting the Cockburn
Range, we head north and stop at the Miners
Pool for a refreshing swim. We continue on to
Mt Elizabeth Station, our base for the next
2 nights.
Accommodation: Mt Elizabeth Station, rooms with
share facilities, 2 nights. (BLD)
Day 8 Tue: Drysdale River Station
This morning we visit Drysdale River Station.
Spanning over one million acres, this family
owned and operated working cattle station runs
approximately 7000 head of cattle. This afternoon
you have the opportunity to take an optional
scenic flight over Mitchell Falls, a permanent
series of four magnificent waterfalls (highly
recommended, minimum numbers required). (BLD)
Day 9 Wed: Mornington Wilderness Camp
We stop at tranquil Manning Gorge (conditions
permitting), before continuing to Mornington
Wilderness Camp, located in the Mornington Wildlife
Sanctuary.The Sanctuary protects a range of
ecosystems which are home to a diverse range
of wildlife.
Accommodation: Mornington Wilderness Camp, safari
tents with private facilities, 2 nights. (BLD)
Day 10 Thu: Dimond & Sir John Gorges
Today we visit two of the Kimberley’s most
breathtaking gorges today, Dimond Gorge and
Sir John Gorge. See ancient red cliffs reflected
in the waters of the Fitzroy River and take
a refreshing swim. This afternoon relax and
enjoy the tranquility of the area. (BLD)
Day 11 Fri: Mt Hart Wilderness Lodge
Returning to the Gibb River Road today, we stop
at beautiful Bell Gorge with its cascading waterfall.
There is time for a swim, before continuing
to Mt Hart Wilderness Lodge, situated in the
stunning million-acre King Leopold Range Conservation
Park.
Accommodation: Mt Hart Wilderness Lodge, rooms
with share facilities. (BLD)
Day 12 Sat: Windjana Gorge – Broome
Take a walk through spectacular Windjana Gorge.
We inspect the unusual formation at nearby Tunnel
Creek (conditions permitting), before stopping
at the Boab Prison Tree and Myall Bore. Continue
on to tropical Broome, arriving at approximately
6.00pm. (BL)
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