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16 Day Top End & Kimberley Discovery

63 reviews , updated on : Sun, 24 Mar 2019

This adventure commences in the tropical Top End, taking in the highlights of Kakadu and Katherine before crossing the border into Western Australia. Journey the rugged Gibb River Road, discovering El Questro Station, Purnululu National Park (Bungle Bungle) and the Mitchell Plateau en route to Broome.

From$9795 aud

Tour Highlights

Guluyambi Cruise on the East Alligator River
Bungle Bungle Range
hike into the spectacular Echidna Chasm, walk along Piccaninny Creek
discover the amazing acoustics of Cathedral Gorge
Discover El Questro Wilderness Park
Take a Mitchell Falls helicopter ride
Explore Kakadu National Park
Cruise through Katherine Gorge
Admire ancient Aboriginal rock art
Torch in hand, explore Tunnel Creek

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Tour Info

Code	KW-GKD16
Style	Deluxe Safari
Duration	16 Days
Price	From $9795
Departures	This tour is a seasonal tour. Selected departure
Vehicle	Mini Bus / Ferry / Flight
Suitability	Open Age
Start	Darwin @ 03.00 pm
Finish	Broome @ 10.00 am
Travel Insurance	Required

Day 1: Darwin More Details

Arrive in Darwin and enjoy the evening at your leisure.

Stay: Darwin, Mantra Pandanas

Day 2: Darwin Ubirr Rock Art And Guluyambi Cruise More Details

Depart Darwin and travel across the sweeping wetlands of the Marrakai Plains to Kakadu National Park. Head to Ubirr to explore galleries of ancient Aboriginal art before taking an unforgettable journey along the East Alligator River on the Guluyambi Cruise. As the evocative landscapes glide by, an Indigenous guide will explain the colourful culture, intriguing history and fascinating wildlife of this stunning region.

Stay: Two Nights: Hawk Dreaming Wilderness Lodge

Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 3: Arnhem Land Aboriginal Art Cannon Hill And Hawk Dreaming More Details

Accompanied by a local guide, cross the East Alligator River into the spiritual Arnhem Land. Experience the art and natural beauty of a region that is inaccessible to most travellers. Return to enjoy the surrounds of Hawk Dreaming as the sun sets.

Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 4: Nourlangie Rock And Katherine More Details

Travel to stunning Kakadu, the Northern Territory's best known national park. At Nourlangie Rock, view Aboriginal rock art. Enjoy canapés and drinks at the beautiful Cicada Lodge, before indulging in an exceptional gourmet three-course meal.

Stay: Katherine, Cicada Lodge

Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 5: Katherine Gorge And Kununurra More Details

Head to the beautiful Nitmiluk National Park, before boarding an unforgettable cruise through the spectacular Katherine Gorge. Discover the music, stories and ways of the local Jawoyn people as you learn about their spiritual culture. Afterwards, travel into Western Australia.

Stay: Kununurra Country Club Resort

Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Dinner

Day 6: Kununurra Purnululu National Park And Echidna Chasm More Details

Travel to Purnululu National Park, home to the Bungle Bungle Range. Hike to Echidna Chasm, a spectacular natural cleft in the rock.

Stay: Two Nights: EXCLUSIVE! Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodge

Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 7: Cathedral Gorge And Piccaninny Creek More Details

Hike to Piccaninny Creek and through to the spectacular Cathedral Gorge. Perhaps indulge in an optional helicopter flight - own expense. Watch as the sun sets over the stunning Bungle Bungle Range.

Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 8: Purnululu National Park And El Questro More Details

Farewell the Bungle Bungle Range and travel to El Questro Wilderness Park, a million-acre cattle station in the heart of the Kimberley. Stay two nights immersed in nature to explore this primordial setting.

Stay: Two Nights: Emma Gorge Resort in the picturesque El Questro Wilderness Park

Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 9: El Questro Wilderness Park And Freedom Of Choice More Details

Choose your preferred sightseeing activity at El Questro: embark on a tranquil cruise on the Chamberlain River; take a guided bird watching tour; or perhaps set out on a horse trek.

Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Dinner

Day 10: El Questro Gibb River Road And Mitchell Plateau More Details

Journey along the Gibb River Road to arrive at Mitchell Falls Wilderness Lodge. Enjoy the facilities of the lodge's brand new Ungolan Pavilion, where you can relax in the lounge, treat yourself to a drink or read up on the local culture.

Stay: Two Nights: EXCLUSIVE! Mitchell Falls Wilderness Lodge

Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 11: Mitchell Falls Helicopter Flight More Details

Discover the beauty of these spectacular falls. When available, local Indigenous guides will join you as you hike around the area. Enjoy a helicopter flight over Mitchell Falls.

Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 12: Mitchell Plateau King Edward River And Ancient Rock Art More Details

View unique Wandjina and Bradshaw Art Gwion Gwion on the banks of the King Edward River.

Stay: Drysdale River Station

Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 13: Barnett River Gorge And Galvans Gorge More Details

Journey to the beautiful Barnett River Gorge to see rock art, and perhaps take a swim. Enjoy lunch before travelling to Galvans Gorge.

Stay: Two Nights: EXCLUSIVE! Bell Gorge Wilderness Lodge

Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 14. Bell Gorge, Hiking and Swimming

Travel to Bell Gorge and enjoy lunch. Take a dip, go birdwatching, or perhaps enjoy a hike.

Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 15. Windjana Gorge, Tunnel Creek, Broome

Journey to Windjana Gorge, where cliffs tower above white sands. Wade through Tunnel Creek to the stunning oasis beyond. Travel to Broome and arrive at the iconic Cable Beach Club Resort and Spa, where you can enjoy a drink as you watch the sunset before a Farewell Dinner at the resort's Sunset Bar and Grill.

Stay: Broome, Cable Beach Club Resort and Spa

Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Day 16. Depart Broome

Be transferred to the airport for your flight home.

Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast

Included

41 meals - Enjoy 15 Breakfasts, 12 Lunches and 14 Dinners including
Sightseeing, park and excursion fees
Transfers to and from the airport
Small groups - maximum 20 travellers
The services of expert Driver-Guides
Additional guides on selected walks
Travel in a custom-designed 4WD

Accommodation

Stay a total of six nights at Our Exclusive Wilderness Lodges
APT EXCLUSIVE! Stay at Cicada Lodge

Fitness Level

Tour includes some longer and more challenging walks, travel into very remote regions with limited services. A good level of fitness and health is required to participate in Our holiday packages. Some sightseeing excursions will involve the climbing of stairs and walking over uneven surfaces and in some cases walking over rocks and through shallow streams. Please enquire about our Health and Fitness Mobility checklist at the time of booking.

Notes

Itineraries and inclusions are subject to change
Weather events may cause disruptions to itinerary, especially in remote locations and at the start of the season
We highly recommends travel insurance
Tides may prevent the crossing of East Alligator River
Prices are for land only. Flights not included
Triple rooms may include a roll-away bed. Please check details at time of booking

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16 Day Top End & Kimberley Discovery

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