22 Day Darwin Perth Safari

HIGHLIGHTS
DARWIN TO BROOME
:: LAKE ARGYLE
:: KUNUNURRA
:: BUNGLE BUNGLE NP
:: KIMBERLEY GORGES
:: GIBB RIVER ROAD
:: TUNNEL CREEK
:: WINDJANA GORGE
BROOME TO PERTH
:: BROOME
:: KARIJINI NP
:: NINGALOO REEF
:: MONKEY MIA
:: KALBARRI
:: PINNACLES

ITINERARY

DAY 1:: DARWIN TO VICTORIA RIVER
We begin our adventure travelling south down “The Track” (Stuart Hwy) to Edith Falls where we break for a refreshing swim. Continuing south we have a short stop at Katherine Gorge before heading west towards the Western Australian wilderness. We set up camp beside the Victoria River for our first night together. Overnight bush camp. (LD)

DAY 2:: VICTORIA RIVER TO KUNUNURRA
Up early this morning as we cross the border into Western Australia and visit the largest man-made lake in Australia – Lake Argyle and explore the area before heading for the capital of the north – Kununurra and our overnight campsite. (BLD)

DAY 3 :: KUNUNURRA TO BUNGLE BUNGLE NP
Explore Kununurra, the town of the Ord River Scheme, and the scenic Hidden Valley National Park. Then sit back and admire the awesome views of the Carr Boyd and Durack Ranges as we head to Turkey Creek. Next, it’s time to buckle up and hold on for the challenging 4WD trip into the Bungle Bungle National Park. (BLD)

DAY 4:: BUNGLE BUNGLE
We spend the full day exploring the Bungle Bungle Ranges, visiting Frog Hole, Echidna Chasm, and the Cathedral Gorge. There’s also time for an optional scenic helicopter flight (at your own expense) over the Bungles. We complete our day with another amazing sunset. (BLD)

DAY 5:: BUNGLE BUNGLES TO EL QUESTRO
Leaving the Bungle Bungle we take a short break at Turkey Creek before travelling onto Wyndham and the Five Rivers Lookout. Overnight camp at El Questro. (BLD)

DAY 6 :: GIBB RIVER ROAD & GORGES
We tackle the punishing Gibb River Road stopping to visit the famous El Questro Station, take a walk in the beautiful Cockburn Range, and swim under the waterfall in Emma Gorge. We cross the Pentecost River and travel through the spectacular ranges before heading to our overnight bush camp. (BLD)

DAY 7 :: GIBB RIVER ROAD & GORGES
A day of swimming and hiking as we explore some of these striking gorges: Barnett, Manning, Galvins, or Adcock, depending on the time of year. Overnight bush camp. (BLD)

DAY 8:: KING LEOPOLD RANGE – WINDJANA GORGE
We enjoy an early hike and swim at Bell or Leonard Gorge before experiencing the splendor of King Leopold Range travelling to Windjana Gorge. After lunch, we wade through the icy waters of mysterious Tunnel Creek. We camp overnight at Windjana Gorge National Park. (BLD)

DAY 9:: WINDJANA GORGE TO BROOME
View the abundant wildlife of Windjana Gorge including freshwater crocodiles. We then head for Derby, visiting the famous Boab Prison Tree before continuing on to Broome for sunset on beautiful Cable Beach. (We farewell 9-day passengers here; Broome accommodation is not included.) Three nights of multi-share accommodation is included for passengers travelling through Perth. *Upgrade to ensuite twin/ double/single is an option at extra cost. (BL)

DAYS 13-15:: INDEE STATION TO KARIJINI NP
:: Karijini NP; explore, swim, hike for next 3 days
:: Camp in Karijini National Park (BLD)

DAY 16:: KARIJINI NP TO EXMOUTH
:: Tom Price
:: Pilbara region
:: Overnight Exmouth (BLD)

DAY 17 :: EXMOUTH
:: Cape Range NP
:: Turquoise Bay
:: Yardie Creek (BLD)

DAY 18:: EXMOUTH TO CORAL BAY
:: Coral Bay
:: Ningaloo Reef (snorkel, quad bike, coral viewing, diving (all at own expense) (BLD)

DAY 19:: CORAL BAY
:: Coral Bay
:: Ningaloo Reef (snorkel, quad bike, coral viewing, diving (all at own expense) (BLD)

DAY 20:: CORAL BAY TO MONKEY MIA
:: Carnarvon
:: Shell Beach
:: Wild dolphins at Monkey Mia (BLD)

DAY 21:: MONKEY MIA TO KALBARRI
:: Shark Bay World Heritage area
:: Kalbarri NP
:: Murchison Gorge, Natures Window (time permitting) (BLD)

DAY 22:: KALBARRI TO PERTH
:: Dongara
:: Nambung National Park
:: Pinnacles (BL)

BRING
Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), hat & sunscreen, towel & toiletries, swimming gear, warm clothing in winter, water bottle, torch, insect repellent, camera & film, pillow, sleeping bag (can be purchased for AUD$30).

INCLUDED
Experienced guides, meals as indicated, camping fees & equipment, Darwin to Perth including 8 nights multi-share accommodation (upgrade available*), national park fees.

NOTE
Darwin to Perth package is made up of two individual tours; therefore you may travel with a different guide and passengers during each section. Broome accommodation is not included for passengers travelling to Broome. *Upgrade accommodation package (Darwin to Perth passengers only) includes 5 nights backpacker double/ twin/single accommodation with shared facilities, 3 nights ensuite motel accommodation in Broome, and is subject to availability at time of booking. Upgrade in Broome is room only – meals are at passenger expense. Please note the tour is operated as a code-share with Western Xposure.

ATTENTION
This tour is only for fit and active people, who can hike 5-9kms a day over uneven terrain, often in high temperatures. Temperatures can be extreme i.e. very high during summer days and very cold during winter nights. The operator reserves the right to assess the fitness capability of passengers prior to tour departure. The tour is not suitable for children. Due to the remote nature of the Kimberley region, we use bush camps with limited facilities on some nights.

Valid between 01/04/14 – 31/03/15

DEPARTS
WED + SAT

Darwin accommodation 6.20 am

2014
APR = 19 26
MAY = 10 24 31
JUN = 07 21 28
JUL = 12 26
AUG = 02 16 23
SEP = 06 13 20
OCT = 04 11

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FINISHES
Select Perth accommodation early evening Day 22

MAX PEOPLE – 20

Valid till 31 March 2015

Tents must be erected by guide and passengers, share showers and toilets, and no cooking facilities except those carried in the vehicle.

Dorm or Twin/Double rooms with shared facilities