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9 Day 4WD Darwin to Broome Safari Camping Tour
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A 9 day small group
true bush camping tour to Edith Falls, A brief
stop at Katherine Gorge, Lake Argyle, Victoria
River, Kununurra, Purnululu - Bungle Bungles,
Kimberley Gorges, Gibb River Road, Tunnel Creek,
Windjana Gorge,Frog Hole, Echidna Chasm, Cathedral
Gorge, Turkey Creek, Wyndham, Five Rivers Lookout,El
Questro Station,King Leopold Range, The Famous
Boab Prison Tree, Cable Beach Sunset in Broome.
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| Tour
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9
Day 4WD Darwin to Broome Safari Camping Tour |
| Tour
Code: |
G-DB9 |
| Departs: |
Darwin
6.30 am |
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Departure
Dates:
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25Apr
- 24Oct : Sun |
| Departure
Time: |
Darwin
6.30 am |
| Finishes: |
Broome
approx. 7.00-8.00pm |
| Finish
Time: |
Approx.
7.00-8.00pm |
| Tour
Prices: Adult |
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1st April 2010 - 31st March 2011
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Adult
$1795
Not
suitable for children.
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tour is not available to children 12 years
and under. |
| All
prices are in Australian Dollars (includes
10% GST) based on per person |
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| Discounts: |
Specials:
Book here now today
and receive a 7% earlybird discount. |
| Min
Numbers: |
6 |
| Max
Numbers: |
21 |
| Tour
Vehicle: |
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4WD
Toyota Coaster mini-bus -
(max 22 seats) - front facing air-conditioned
vehicle. |
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4WD
Mitsubishi or Isuzu- 20 seats front facing
air-conditioned vehicle.
Our 4WDs
(16 - 20 seaters) have spacious cabs with
ample legroom and forward facing seats for
increased comfort and a better view for greater
appreciation of the scenery. |
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| Suitability: |
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Hikes
up to 9kms or more per day. Warning: Tours
graded with 3 Boots are only suitable for
very fit people who enjoy basic bush camping
and can hike 5-9kms a day over uneven terrain
often in high temperatures. |
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| Staying: |
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Semi-Permanent
Campsites -
tents must be erected by guide and passengers,
share showers and toilets, no cooking facilities
except those carried on the vehicle. |
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Bush
Camps -
no facilities other than those that are carried
on the vehicle. Passengers sleep in swags
(Aussie bedroll). The tour will stop along
the way at roadhouses for clients to have
a shower etc. Bushcamping |
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| To
Bring: |
Tour
ticket, Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), hat
and sunscreen, towel and toiletries, swimming
gear, warm clothing in winter, water bottle, torch,
insect repellent/net, camera, pillow and sleeping
bag (can be hired for AUD$30 or purchased for
AUD$50).
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Included: |
Experienced
tour guide, meals as indicated, National Park fees,
camping fees & equipment |
| Optional
Activities: |
Optional
Activities (paid locally in AUD$ from)
Lake Argyle Boat Cruise $25-$70
Helicopter Flight $205-$295 (Bungles) |
| Places
Of Interest: |
A
9 day small group true bush camping tour to Edith
Falls, A brief stop at Katherine Gorge, Lake Argyle,
Victoria River, Kununurra, Purnululu - Bungle Bungles,
Kimberley Gorges, Gibb River Road, Tunnel Creek,
Windjana Gorge,Frog Hole, Echidna Chasm, Cathedral
Gorge, Turkey Creek, Wyndham, Five Rivers Lookout,El
Questro Station,King Leopold Range, The Famous Boab
Prison Tree, Cable Beach Sunset Broome |
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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. 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. There is
a STRICT LUGGAGE LIMIT of 15kgs per person, in a backpack
or soft bag.
BC Bush Camp
C Campground
CP Caravan Park
H Hostel - Shared Facility
SS Sheep Station
BLD Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 1 - Darwin to Victoria River (BC)
We begin our adventure travelling south down "The Track" (Stuart
Hwy) to Edith Falls where we break for a refreshing swim and
some time to get to know each other. Travelling further 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 (CP)
Up early this morning as we cross the border into Western
Australia. We 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 the Bungle Bungles (C)
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 (Purnululu)
National Park for sunset over the Osmond Ranges and our camp.
(BLD)
Day 4 -
Bungle Bungle NP (C)
We spend the full day exploring the unusual rock formations
of the Bungle Bungle Ranges, visiting the unique Frog Hole,
the breathtaking Echidna Chasm, and the magnificent Cathedral
Gorge. There's also time for an optional scenic helicopter
flight (at own expense) over the Bungles. We complete our
day with another amazing sunset.
(BLD)
Day 5 -
Bungle Bungle NP to Parry Farm (C)
Leaving the Bungle Bungle NP we take a short break at Turkey
Creek before travelling onto Wyndham and the Five Rivers Lookout.
Overnight camp at Diggers Rest Cattle Station or Parry Farm.
(BLD).
Day 6 -
Gibb River Road & Gorges (C)
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 (C)
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 (C)
We enjoy an early hike and swim at Bell or Leonard Gorge before
experiencing the splendour of the King Leopold Range travelling
to Windjana Gorge. After lunch, we wade through the icy waters
of the mysterious Tunnel Creek to explore the incredible limestone
formations. We camp overnight at Windjana Gorge National Park.
(BLD)
Day 9 -
Windjana Gorge to Broome
We view the abundant wildlife of Windjana Gorge including
freshwater crocodiles and explore the 350 million year old
fossilised reef wall rising 90 metres above the riverbed.
Then we head for Derby, visiting the famous Boab Prison Tree
before continuing on to Broome for sunset on beautiful Cable
Beach.
(BL)
Note:
Itinerary may vary and/or attractions be substituted due
to seasonal conditions, weather extremes particularly in November
and April when the Gibb River Road and Bungle Bungle NP may
be closed. Tradtional owner and national park requirements.
The above program should only be used as a guideline and
tour guides may change programs at their discretion to suit
the specific interests of their group.
Safaris must be reconfirmed by 4pm the day before travel
direct with the tour operator.
Luggage limit of 15kg in a soft bag or backpack
Optional $50 Sleeping Bag Hire if required.
" Safari is operated as a code share with Western Xposure.
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ATA Child Policy On Tours
Note:
N/S = This tour is not available to children 12 years
and under.
Note: N/A = This option
is not available at a discounted child rate.
Note: *Child rates
are for children 8-12 years accompanied by an adult
Note: Children 7 years
and under are not permitted to travel on any tour
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