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 4WD Touring Kimberley, WA - Using Permanent Safari Camps
Broome to Kununurra: 7 nights/8 days
Emma Gorge, El Questro © Tourism Western Australia
The Gibb River Road, sensational Outback landscapes, beautiful gorges, unique rock art, the Mitchell Plateau .. and more
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DEPARTS:  Broome 7.00am 
RETURNS:  Kununurra approximately 5.30pm 
ACTIVITY LEVEL:  Active
MEALS:  20 meals are included as shown in the itinerary
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2008 DEPARTURES from Broome - 7 nights/8 days safari *Dates in red are guaranteed departures
May 2, 5, 7, 9*, 12, 14, 16*, 18, 19, 21, 23, 26, 27, 28, 30
June 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 11, 13, 15, 16, 17, 18, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26*, 27, 29, 30
July 2, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14*, 15*, 16, 18, 20, 21, 22*, 23, 25, 27, 28, 30
Aug 3*, 4, 5, 7*, 11, 12*, 13, 15*, 17*, 18*, 20, 21*, 25, 27*, 30*
Sept 1*, 3*, 4, 6, 8, 10*, 15, 16*, 17, 19, 22, 24*, 26, 29*
Oct 1, 6, 8*  
 
DAY ONE:  BROOME - GIBB RIVER ROAD - TUNNEL CREEK - WINDJANA GORGE - IMINTJI WILDERNESS CAMP
Windjana Gorge, Kimberley region © Tourism Western AustraliaDepart Broome and begin your exploration of the spectacular Kimberley region. At Derby, visit the Boab Prison Tree, believed to be more than 1000 years old. This hollowed tree was used as a prison cell during the region's early days. Begin your journey on the Gibb River Road, a remote Outback highway that accesses some of the Kimberley's best scenery. Travel to Tunnel Creek, a remarkable 750 metre-long natural tunnel carved through the Napier Range. Wade through the cool waters with a torch to view the oasis on the other side. At Windjana Gorge (pictured), where sheer cliffs tower above white sands, see the ancient marine fossils embedded in the gorge walls. You may also see freshwater crocodiles lazing on the banks of the Lennard River, which runs through the gorge. Continue to your exclusive camp.
Overnight: Imintji Wilderness Camp (LD)
 
DAY TWO:  BELL GORGE / HIKING / SWIMMING
Bell Gorge, Kimberley region © Tourism Western AustraliaReturning to the Gibb River Road, travel through Outback landscapes to Bell Gorge (pictured), where rugged cliffs surround a series of tiered waterholes. The afternoon is yours to explore the spectacular scenery. Take a swim below the waterfall which feeds the lower pool or go birdwatching. The energetic can choose from a number of hiking opportunities. This is the perfect place to simply relax and enjoy the surroundings. Head back to camp and relax before dinner.
Overnight: Imintji Wilderness Camp (BLD)
 
DAY THREE:  GIBB RIVER ROAD GORGES - MARUNBABIDI SAFARI CAMP
Fording a river, Kimberley region © Tourism Western Australia Travel through the heart of Kimberley cattle country to discover some of the region's most secluded gorges. At Galvans Gorge, a short walk leads to a picturesque waterhole, with Boab trees clinging to the escarpment above.  Inspect the rock art on the gorge walls and take a leisurely swim. Stop at the Mt Barnett Roadhouse before travelling to beautiful Barnett River Gorge, where you enjoy lunch in a setting of shady paperbark trees.  Look out for the birdlife that inhabits the area and enjoy another dip. Turning off the Gibb River Road, travel north on the Kalumburu Road toward the isolated Mitchell Plateau.  Ford the Drysdale River and, late this afternoon, arrive at your exclusive overnight wilderness camp on the banks of the upper King Edward River. Relax in this tranquil bush setting. This area is the traditional home of the Ngarinyin Aboriginal people.
Overnight: King Edward River, Marunbabidi Wilderness Camp (BLD)
 
DAY FOUR:  ASCEND MITCHELL PLATEAU  -  KING EDWARD RIVER - UNGOLAN SAFARI CAMP
Bradshaw rock art, Kimberley region © Tourism Western Australia Ascending the Mitchell Plateau, you enter a remote world of livistona palm forests, beautiful lookouts, ancient Aboriginal art, magnificent waterfalls and isolated swimming holes. Today, explore amazing Wandjina and Gwion (Bradshaw - pictured)) art galleries and swim in the crystal-clear waters at King Edward River Crossing. For the next two nights, you will stay at a unique permanent wilderness camp beside Pandanus palm-fringed Camp Creek - the Wunambal people welcome you. . Enjoy this unique location, at the top of the plateau. For wildlife watchers, the region's prolific birdlife includes brolgas, herons, kites and sea eagles, as well as some rainforest birds. You may be lucky enough to see the Monjon, a rock wallaby that is unique to the Kimberley region. At night and early in the morning, look out for the northern quoll, a native cat that is often spotted near popular camps.
Overnight: Ungolan Safari Camp (BLD)
 
Mitchell Falls, Mitchell Plateau, Kimberley region © Tourism Western Australia DAY FIVE:  MITCHELL FALLS / GWION (Bradshaw) ART / SCENIC FLIGHT OVER FALLS
Today you have a full day to discover the beauty of Mitchell Falls, with a magnificent system of waterfalls and Aboriginal art. When available, local Aboriginal guides will join the small group for the adventure, imparting their knowledge of the area and sharing their cultural beliefs, which are closely linked to this stunning environment. Begin with a guided hike to Little Merten Falls to see impressive Aboriginal art. Continue through open woodland to view Gwion (Bradshaw) art and Big Merten Falls before arriving at Mitchell Falls. With superb scenery and rich culture, you can swim in the pools above the falls, learn of local history and look for the region's wildlife. Included is a special helicopter flight over Mitchell Falls back to the vehicle (or, if you prefer, hike back with your guide). Longer scenic helicopter flights over the remote coastline are available at an additional charge.
Overnight: Ungolan Safari Camp (BLD)
 
DAY SIX:  MITCHELL PLATEAU - KING EDWARD RIVER
Travelling through livistona palm forests, you will view galleries of ancient Aboriginal art before saying goodbye to the awe-inspiring scenery of the Mitchell Plateau. Lunch is at a lovely spot alongside the cool waters of the King Edward River, with time for a swim before continuing to your comfortable wilderness camp.
Overnight: Marunbabidi Wilderness Camp (BLD
 
Emma Gorge Resort Tented Safari Cabin, El Questro © Tourism Western AustraliaDAY SEVEN:  EL QUESTRO STATION, EMMA GORGE
Rejoining the Gibb River Road, you ford the mighty Durack River, named after the region's most famous pioneering family. Then cross the Pentecost River into El Questro - one million acres in the heart of the Kimberley wilderness. Once settled into Emma Gorge Resort, take a hike into the gorge (pictured at top of page) and indulge in a refreshing swim over to the waterfall. Your accommodation is in tented safari cabins (pictured).
Overnight: El Questro, Emma Gorge Resort (BLD
 
DAY EIGHT:  EL QUESTRO AND WYNDHAM  -  KUNUNURRA 
Enjoy time to explore El Questro. Warm up in the hot pools of Zebedee Springs and visit the station. Farewelling the Gibb River Road, head to Wyndham and take in spectacular views of the Cambridge Gulf from Five Rivers Lookout (pictured). 
Arrive in Kununurra at approximately 5:30pm  where your tour concludes.
Cambridge Gulf view from Five Rivers Lookout near Wyndham, Kimberley © Tourism Western Australia
 
THIS ITINERARY MAY BE  SUBJECT TO THE VARIABLES OF THE REMOTE KIMBERLEY. 
MEAL CODE: B=BREAKFAST, L=LUNCH, D=DINNER.
 
PRICES:   Per person 
Kimberley 4WD 8 Day using Permanent Safari Camps		 2008 2009

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