9 Day 4WD Kimberly Cruiser

Overview

Australia's North West is one of the last remaining wilderness regions. With, two expert crew leading your adventure, plenty of outdoor adventure and three spectacular cruises, this is a trip you'll never forget.

This is the perfect travel option that will help you explore the very unique land, people and spirit of the Kimberley region.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Darwin to Katherine

This morning our journey will take us to the picturesque town of Adelaide River where we stop in and say g'day to a famous Australian personality, The Buffalo 'Charlie' - the star of Crocodile Dundee! Travelling further South we stop at Edith falls where you will have the opportunity to swim in cool clear water, walk through bush tracks and explore spectacular sandstone country.

Next we make tracks to the majestic Katherine Gorge for a choice of a two hour cruise or a canoeing adventure. We finish the day by travelling to our campsite at the historic Springvale Homestead. Enjoy a star gazing talk after dinner.

Overnight: Springvale Homestea, Camping, Share Facilities
Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 2 - Katherine to Kununurra

After breakfast we head for the Western Australian border, crossing the mighty Victoria River on the way. The vehicle will be inspected at the border before we head to Lake Argyle, where we enjoy a spectacular cruise and sausage sizzle BBQ lunch. The scenery is constantly changing from the rugged northern end across the unbelievable expanse of open water to the vast expanses of the southern reaches. See rock wallabies, crocodiles, wallaroos and birdlife, enjoy fish feeding and there may be time for a swim!

Overnight: Invanhoe Big Four Caravan Park, Kununurra Camping.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3 - Kununurra to El Questro

This morning we take in spectacular views of irrigational landscape and visit Zebedee Rock gallery. Lunch will be at your own expense before heading off to El Questro Wilderness Park. For the next two nights we'll be camping at the El Questro, on the banks of the Pentecost River. By night enjoy a drink with the locals at the Outback bar.

Overnight: El Questro Wilderness Reserve Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4 - El Questro

A full day exploring a large selection of the Gorges, swimming holes, and thermal pools.

Overnight: El Questro Wilderness Reserve, Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5 - El Questro to Bungle

Today we farewell the serene El Questro and head to the Bungle Bungles in Purnululu National Park. On entering Purnululu National Park we'll engage our 4WD to navigate our way through this spectacular scenery making several stops to take in the commanding views, before arriving deep in the heart of the Bungle Bungles to establish our base camp for the next two nights.

Overnight: Purnululu NP, Bungle Bungles Campsite
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6 - Bungle Bungles

A day to explore the amazing stripped rock domes that comprise the Bungle Bungles. Specifically, we will visit the very impressive Cathedral Gorge and Echidna Chasm. Today you'll have the option to take a scenic flight (at an extra cost) over this spectacular region. Then it's back to camp to review the days' activities.

Overnight: Purnululu N.P, Bungle Bungles Campsite
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7 - Bungle Bungles to Fitzroy Crossing

Departing Purnululu National Park we track back to the Northern Highway and head due west making our way to Fitzroy Crossing via Halls Creek. From Halls Creek we make our way onto Fitzroy Crossing, our stop for the night.

Overnight: Fitzroy Crossing Lodge, Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 8 - Fitzroy Crossing to Windjana Gorge

Another amazing journey awaits as we make our way to Geikie Gorge - see wildlife such as crocodiles. See the amazing rock formations and enjoy the opportunity to spot fresh water crocodiles as we transfer to the mighty Fitzroy River. Our journey along the Northern Highway digresses shortly after departing Fitzroy towards Tunnel Creek and Windjana. We will explore these natural attractions and stay overnight at Windjana National Park.

Overnight: Windjana Gorge, Camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 9 - Broome

Today we depart Windjana Gorge and make our way to Derby. On route to Broome we call into Derby and check out the Boab Trees, the largest King Tide (Derby is known for this) and the longest water trough in the Southern Hemisphere. Leaving Derby we make our way to Broome, where we sadly farewell your travelling companions. If time permits there may be an opportunity for some sightseeing in Broome and farewell dinner at one of the many restaurants.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Tour Highlights

• This tour operates in a new purpose-built 4WD vehicle
• Travel pillow and towel supplied
• Star gazing talk in Katherine
• Experience three of Australia's best cruises in Katherine Gorge, Lake Argyle & Geikie Gorge
• Explore the gorges of the West Kimberley
• 4WD touring through the amazing Bungle Bungles
• Experience outback bush camping
• Visit Kununurra
• Exclusive Lake Argyle cruise with a BBQ lunch
• Small group of 18 passengers
• Most meals included - sumptuous three course dinners prepared by the crew
• Two expert crew leading your adventure

Further Information

Seasonality

01 May 2010 - 31 October 2010

Max People

18

Luggage

Vehicles have limited space, therefore please keep luggage to a minimum of 15kg per person (i.e. a small soft bag).

What to bring

For most tours you will need to bring : water bottle, flash light, toiletries and items of a personal nature, hat, sturdy walking shoes, sun screen, camera and film, warm clothing for night time in winter months and wet weather gear. Sleeping bags are required on this tour. You can hire sleeping bags from the crew for A$25 per person or bring your own.

PASSENGERS OVER 55 YRS OF AGE

Due to the remote regions explored on tour, passengers must have good health and fitness. Passengers over the age of 60 must complete a suitability form prior to the commencement of the tour. Fitness and Advisory information page