trip

13 Days$4060USD

Activities
  • 8 Days Walking
Accommodation
  • 10 nights camping, 2 nights accommodated
Meals
  • 9 Dinners
  • 12 Lunches
  • 12 Breakfasts
4
Introductory to Moderate

Traveller Rating

 

 
 

Trip highlights


  • Enjoy 13 days of short walks through spectacular scenery
  • Watch the spectacular sunset at Purnululu (Bungle Bungles)
  • A unique one-way itinerary that allows maximum time for experiencing the region by minimising driving
  • Abundant opportunities to relax, swim and unwind
  • Be transported back in time at significant indigenous sites
  • Take in the views with an optional cruise or helicopter flight

Why Book With Us

  • 2 professional guides and small group size
  • Walk only with a day pack
  • Comfortable camping with spacious tents (one per person in the group)
  • Transport on an air-conditioned 4WD bus with forward facing seats

Take 13 fun filled days to explore the best that the Kimberley region has to offer. From the Gibb River Road gorges, El Questro Wilderness Park to the Purnululu National Park (the Bungle Bungles) – you will see an abundant array of wildlife, stunning views and historic sites. You will travel for the entire trip in air-conditioned comfort in a well appointed 4WD coach, and enjoy fully guided walks along the way.

Spend a little time each day to walk, swim, relax, and soak up the surrounding beauty – all the while journeying into the untouched unparalleled beauty that is the Kimberley.

Trip Code: KWT

We depart Broome early this morning with a pick up at 7.30am from the Broome Time Accommodation or 7:45am from the Broome Visitor Centre (please advise your consultant of your nominated pick-up location in advance). We will then head for Windjana Gorge (Bandilngan), passing Boab trees (including the famous Prison Tree) and vast savannah woodlands interspersed with giant and unusual termite mounds. and head for Mount Hart, passing Boab trees (including the famous Prison Tree) and vast savannah woodlands interspersed with giant and unusual termite mounds. Accommodation: Comfortable camping, Windjana Gorge.

Meals:  L,D

Today we have a full day to explore the Windjana National Park. We will take an easy stroll into Windjana Gorge where we can see the original Great Barrier Reef. The high walls of this gorge were once part of an ancient Devonian reef that surrounded the Kimberley. With its varied bird life, interesting reef walls and its many freshwater crocodiles, Windjana will keep us enthralled for hours. After lunch back at camp, we will drive to Tunnel Creek (Dimalurru) - we will venture into the tunnel and wade through the water to the other side. Accommodation: Comfortable camping, Windjana Gorge. Walking distance: short walk and swim.

Meals:  B,L,D

We head through the Napier Range visiting Bell Creek Gorge with its many rock pools, rapids and a waterfall. This is a spectacular spot for a swim and one of the most photographed waterholes in the Kimberley. After a good amount of time exploring, we will drive on to our next campsite at Mt Barnett Station on the banks of the Manning Creek. Accommodation: Comfortable camping, Manning Gorge campground. Walking distance: short walk and swim.

Meals:  B,L,D

Leaving early from our campsite, we follow an open, beautiful walk trail to Manning Gorge and Falls. Swim, relax and soak in the atmosphere while you enjoy a home made morning tea, carried in by your guides. We will head back to the campsite for lunch. For those looking for a relaxed afternoon, it is time to read a book under a boab tree and perhaps another swim in the creek close to the camp. For those looking for something to explore, there are a few gorges within striking distance, so we can take a drive out to explore one of them. Accommodation: Comfortable camping, Manning Gorge campground. Walking distance: Manning's Gorge: 50m swim and 7km walk, Galvan's Gorge: 2km walk

Meals:  B,L,D

Enjoy the scenery and a true blue 'Gibb River Road massage' today on this mostly driving day. The typical Kimberley scenery includes the Pentecost River Lookout, which overlooks the river floodplain and the tabletop Cockburn Ranges beyond. We'll cross the Durack River and pass the site of the old Durack River Homestead, destroyed by flood in 2002. Dinner is not included tonight so you can enjoy the restaurants of El Questro. Accommodation: Comfortable camping, El Questro. Travel Day.

Meals:  B,L

During these two days there are plenty of walking and swimming options that we can undertake at El Questro. These include Amalia Gorge, Emma Gorge and El Questro walks. Plus, we'll enjoy a luxuriant soak in Zebedee Thermal Springs. Accommodation: Comfortable camping, El Questro. On Day 7 there is an optional cruise on Chamberlain Gorge if you prefer an easy afternoon (must be pre-booked and pre-paid at least 30 days in advance). Walking distance: 4km on Day 6 and 5km on Day 7 (Day 6 at El Questro Gorge: 4km, Day 7 at Emma Gorge: 4km, Zebedee Springs: 1km).

Meals:  B,L,D

This morning we head for Kununurra, visiting the Ramsar Wetland Parry Lagoons on the way - a wonderful spot to view masses of waterbirds. There will be time in the afternoon to catch up on washing, postcards or just to relax. The crew will be organising the fresh food for the next section of the trip. Dinner is not included tonight to give you the opportunity to taste some local delights. Accommodation: The Cambridge, or Kununurra Country Club Resort, or Lily Lagoon (or similar). Travel Day.

Meals:  B,L

It won't take long for us to have a look around the town, however Mirima National Park which is known locally as the "mini Bungles" is well worth a visit. In the afternoon we will head to Lake Argyle for a look around. For those who would like, there is the option to take a boat trip up the Ord River (must be pre-booked and pre-paid at least 30 days in advance), which ends at Lake Argyle. Lunch and dinner are not included in today's itinerary. Accommodation: The Cambridge, or Kununurra Country Club Resort, or Lily Lagoon (or similar). Walking distance: 2.5km.

Meals:  B

This morning we leave Kununurra and head for Purnululu National Park - one of only three natural World Heritage sites in Western Australia. The 53 kilometre 4wd road into the park is our reintroduction to outback tracks with creek crossings, wash aways and rough, slow sections. After setting up camp, we can go for a stroll and watch the sun set against the red rock of the Bungle Bungle Range - bring a drink if you like! Accommodation: National Park camp site, Purnululu. Travel Day.

Meals:  B,L,D

We spend the day exploring the natural wonders of the park including Echidna Chasm, Mini Palms Gorge, the spectacular orange and black 'beehive' domes, Piccanniny Creek and Cathedral Gorge. There is time during our stay for an optional helicopter flight over the Bungle Bungle Range (must be pre-booked and pre-paid at least 30 days in advance) - a fantastic way to see and appreciate this completely unique and beautiful landscape. Accommodation: National Park camp site, Purnululu. Over the next two days we will choose walks in Echidna Chasm, Mini Palm Springs Gorge and Cathedral Gorge and Piccaninny Gorge Lookout. Walking distance: usually approx 2-4km.

Meals:  B,L,D

We will spend the morning in Purnululu National Park. You will be Welcomed to Country by your local guide from Kingfisher Tours and then head off on the walking trail. Heading through the Domes, you will learn about bush tucker and bush medicine. Continuing on into Cathedral Gorge, your guide will tell the tales of how Countrymen would walk the country you are walking. As you enter the majestic gorge, your guide will share the space with you in their cultural way, whether that be through drawing or singing or story telling. Afterwards, it is about a 5 hour drive to Larrawa Station, where we will have our final night of the tour. Accommodation: Comfortable Camping, Larrawa Station. Walking distance: usually approx. 2-4km.

Meals:  B,L,D

We will break camp after breakfast and then head to Fitzroy Crossing for lunch. We then head to Tunnel Creek, spending time walking through the 750m long cave system. Tunnel Creek is a significant site for the local Bunaba people. We continue on our way back towards Broome, arriving around 5:30pm where the tour ends. The return time is an estimate only and cannot be guaranteed due to the upredictability and remoteness of Gibb River Road.

Meals:  B,L


Map

Elevation

The map and elevation chart are for illustrative purposes only and meant to provide general guidelines.


Inclusions

  • 12 breakfasts, 12 lunches and 9 dinners
  • 13 morning teas and 9 pre-dinner nibbles
  • 10 nights accommodation at campsites, 2 nights in twin share cabin accommodation
  • Transport in air-conditioned 4WD tour coach
  • 2 professional wilderness guides
  • All group camping equipment (except sleeping bag and pillow)
  • All park entry fees
  • Emergency support satellite phones and first aid kit

  • Flights to and from Broome
  • Pre and post tour accommodation
  • Travel insurance
  • Sleeping bag (can be hired)
  • Pillow for camping nights (you will need to bring your own)
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Day packs
  • Optional activities as offered in the itinerary

Accommodation


Departure dates


Notes

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In addition to the World Expeditions deposit, you will also be required to pay an additional deposit of AUD$350 (paid in your local currency at the current rate of exchange).

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Priceper person from

$4060USD

Options & Supplements*
  • Sleeping Bag HireUSD$30
  • Chamberlain Gorge Tour - ppUSD$70
  • Single Supplement 2025 - 2 nights in KununurraUSD$180
  • Ord River Explorer Sunset Cruise - pp (senior/concession)USD$160
  • Ord River Explorer Sunset Cruise - pp (adult)USD$170
  • Single Supplement 2024 - 2 nights in KununurraUSD$180
  • Purnululu Helicopter Flight 8am - 18 min flight - pp (min 2 people)USD$240
  • Purnululu Helicopter Flight 8am - 30 min flight - pp (min 2 people)USD$360
  • Purnululu Helicopter Flight 8am - 42 min flight - pp (min 2 people)USD$430
*Prices listed are per person

Essential Information

Ready to book? Make sure you download and read the detailed Kimberley Explorer trip notes which contains all the essential information you need to know before booking. Once you’ve booked, we will supply you with a Pre-Departure document which contains a detailed gear list and other important information to help you prepare for your adventure ahead.


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