Ultimate Outback Adventure - 15 days

Tour Overview

One of the best tours covering all the highlights of the Kimberley, but allowing time to relax and enjoy without the rush. Do it once, do it right and experience a holiday you will never forget

The price for this tour covers genuine outback camping experience with tents, swags and campfire cooking under the stars. All meals included

Note: Mitchell falls 7 minute helicopter flight and Chamberlin gorge boat cruise at El Questro are included in price

Tour Details

Cost: (AUD)

Day 1

Big drive day, Darwin-Katherine-Victoria River-Timber Creek to Keep River National Park. Arriving late afternoon we have time for beautiful sunset walk around sandstone escarpment before campfire dinner under the stars

Day 2

Cross into Western Australia via quarantine station, no fruit or vegetables allowed into WA. Spend 2 hrs exploring Kununurra township while guide shops for tour provisions

Travel to Bungle Bungle’s ( Purnululu National Park) One of Australia’s remarkable tourist destinations.The Bungle Bungle is renowned for its striking sandstone domes, striped with orange and grey bands. Created in the Devonian period 360 million years ago erosion by creeks, rivers, wind and rain has carved out spectacular gorges and surreal landscapes

Day 3

Today is spent exploring the walks-gorges and spectacular scenery of Purnululu National Park. Recommend a helicopter flight (at own expense ) This flight is one of the most spectacular scenic flights in the top end and allows incredible views of Bungle Bungle formations and surreal landscapes of Purnululu range

Day 4

Early departure to El Questro station, regarded as one of the world’s most unique holiday destinstions. 1 million acres of Kimberley outback, with ancient aboriginal history, pristine tropical gorges,waterfalls with crystal clear plunge pools for refreshing swim, walking trails, 4x4 trails and the mighty barramundi fishing, there is plenty to keep you occupied during your stay at El Questro

Day 5

Early rise to visit Zebedee springs, a short walk via tropical rainforest through dense livingstonia palms to a series of thermal pools, a magical place to soak and relax. If early enough you have this garden of eden to yourself,truly a unique experience

Sunset nibbles at saddle back ridge, a stunning sunset with majestic views over El questro. Accessible by rugged 4x4 ridge track only

Day 6

Heading west along the Gibb river road, we turn north onto the kalumburu road heading to King Edward river. Fuel stop at Drysdale River station. Arriving King Edward river camp ground we visit two local artsites with excellent examples of both Wandjina and Bradshaw paintings. Camped beside beautiful King Edward river you can enjoy a refreshing swim in beautiful pools

Day 7

Today is Mitchell Falls day, an 80 km drive over the Mitchell plateau through vast stands of endemic Livistona eastonii palms, slow rough 4x4 track

20 minutes walk to Big Mertens falls, these falls rarely flow in the dry but still make an impressive sight as nature has carved deep gorges through the sandstone plateau

20 minutes walk to Mitchell falls, an unforgettable sight as the Mitchell river cascades over three waterfalls, surrounded by sandstone formations created over millions of years by natures erosion. Refreshing swim in pools at top of falls, enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by spectacular scenery. Return to car park via a 7 minute helicopter flight. 80 km drive back to camp. A simply unforgettable day

Day 8

Depart camp heading back to Gibb river Rd. Visit Barnett river gorge for tranquil swim in pools along the gorge

Next stop Manning Gorge, where we camp at lower pools in idyllic camp ground surrounded by large magnificent Boab trees. Large pool for swimming with sandy beach makes this a favourite camp site

Day 9

This morning we walk from camp 1 hr to Manning Gorge falls and pools. A scenic walk through typical sandstone habitat of this region. For those interested in birds you will be rewarded with a variety of sightings of many species that live along these rivers. A welcome swim and picnic lunch in tranquil setting makes for a pleasant day. Return to camp and relax for remainder of day, swim, read or snooze for a few hrs while guide prepares a camp oven roast for dinner

Day 10

Galvans Gorge, a 15 min walk to a beautiful pool and refreshing swim at the base of lovely falls

To Silent Grove camp ground, set up camp and head to Bell Gorge, regarded as one of the most spectacular gorges in the whole of the Kimberly. Afternoon relaxing at Bell Gorge before heading back to camp for campfire dinner under the stars

Day 11

Leonard River Gorge, this 5 km long gorge was carved out by the Leonard River as it slashed through the King Leopold Ranges creating, spectacular sheer vertical cliffs and deep cool shaded pools. A good level of fitness is required to access this area, but well worth the effort

Day 12

To Derby, fuel and provisions required here. Chance to top up any beverage requirements

Day 13

Visit Lombadina community, an aboriginal community successfully managed and operated by the local Bardi traditional owners. The Bardi people of Lombadina have strong links to the sea,a salt water heritage dating back thousands of years. This heritage is evident in economic activity, recreation, folklore and diet. Visit the old mission church built from local timbers. Keen fisherman can book a fishing charter and go out with experienced local aboriginal guide

Day 14

Today is totally day of leisure, beach combing and swimming from camp, whole day to chill out and enjoy paradise

Day 15

Relaxed departure, heading to Broome. Visit Beagle Bay historic Scared Heart Church. Completed in 1918 by the Pallotine Pious Society of missions, the three alters are works of art and inlaid with pearl shell and cowries