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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 on days of the tour to Lake
Argyle, Victoria River, Kununurra, Purnululu -
Bungle Bungles, Kimberley Gorges, Gibb River Road,
Tunnel Creek, Windjana Gorge, Echidna Chasm, Turkey
Creek, El Questro Station, Manning Gorge.
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| Tour
Name: |
9
Day 4WD Darwin to Broome Safari Camping Tour |
| Tour
Code: |
G-DB9WX
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| Departs: |
Darwin
6.30 am |
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Departure
Dates:
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Apr
24-Oct 23 2011: Sun |
| Departure
Time: |
100%
Adventure Shop at 6.30am, Shop 2/ 52 Mitchell St,
Darwin, or hotel pick up times will be confirmed
at time of confirmation |
| Finishes: |
Broome
approx. 7.00-8.00pm |
| Finish
Time: |
Broome
accommodation evening day 9 |
| Tour
Prices: Adult |
| 1st
April 2011 - 31st March 2012 |
| Tour
Price (AUD) |
Adult |
Child |
Plus
ParkFees |
Total
Adult |
Total
Child |
Standard
(8 nights camping/ bush camping).
Tour is not suitable for children. |
| Camp
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$1845 |
N/P |
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$1845 |
N/P |
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Note:
N/S = This tour is not available to children
12 years and under.
Tour is not suitable for children. |
| 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.
based on tour base component. Excludes optional
extras and park fees. |
| Min
Numbers: |
4 |
| Max
Numbers: |
20 |
| 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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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.
Adventure Tours 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.
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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.
Due
to the remote nature of the Pilbara region
we use bush camps with limited facilities
on some nights
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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
Due
to the remote nature of the Pilbara region
we use bush camps with limited facilities
on some nights
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| To
Bring: |
Tour
ticket, Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), hat
& sunscreen, towel & toiletries, swimming gear,
warm clothing in winter, water bottle, torch,
insect repellent, camera, pillow, sleeping bag
(can be hired for $30 or purchased for $50)
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Included: |
Experienced
tour guide, meals as indicated, National Park fees,
camping fees & equipment |
| Optional
Activities: |
Optional
Activities (paid locally in AUD$ from)
Helicopter Flight $205-$295 (Bungles)
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| Places
Of Interest: |
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A
9 day small group true bush camping on days
of the tour to Lake Argyle, Victoria River,
Kununurra, Purnululu - Bungle Bungles, Kimberley
Gorges, Gibb River Road, Tunnel Creek, Windjana
Gorge, Echidna Chasm, Turkey Creek, El Questro
Station, Manning Gorge. |
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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. Adventure Tours 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.
Day 1 -
Darwin to Victoria River Region
Heading down from Darwin we stop at either Edith Falls
for a swim or explore
Katherine (Nitmiluk) Gorge (seasonal choice). We travel
on to the Victoria River region to set up camp. (LD)
Day 2 -
Victoria River Region to Kununurra Area
Today we visit Lake Argyle, created by the Ord River
Dam. We spend time here admiring the beauty and sheer size
of the Lake before making our way to our camp in the Kununurra
area. (BLD)
Day 3 -
Kununurra Area to Bungle Bungles
It's time for some 4WD action as we wind our way into the
Bungle Bungle massif. It's a rugged ride but the scenery is
fantastic and you will enjoy your firrst Kimberley sunset
as we set up our bush camp. (BLD)
Day 4 -
Bungle Bungle National Park
It's a full day of exploration today. The rock formations
of the Bungle Bungles massif are remarkable and we
visit breathtaking Echidna Chasm and magnificent Cathedral
Gorge. There's an opportunity to view the Bungles by helicopter
(own expense) before we return to camp. (BLD)
Day 5 -
Bungle Bungles to El Questro
We travel out of the Bungles to El Questro Station. Sit back
and admire the awesome scenery of the Carr Boyd and Durack
Ranges as we head to Turkey Creek and onto El Questro to set
up camp. (BLD)
Day 6 -
El Questro Station to Gibb River Road
Up early we hike into the beautiful Cockburn Ranges for a
refreshing swim under the waterfall at Emma Gorge before
starting our journey over the Pentecost River and along
the Gibb River Road. (BLD)
Day 7 -
Gibb River Road and Gorges
Today it's time for swimming and hiking in the Kimberleys!
We explore striking Manning Gorge and Barnett Gorge(time
permitting). Your experienced guide will use their local knowledge
to determine the most accessible gorges to explore. Tonight
we camp at Manning Gorge. (BLD)
Day 8 -
Manning Gorge to Windjana Gorge
Today we explore Galvins or Adcock Gorge (seasonal) before
making our way to Windjana Gorge, known for its abundant
freshwater crocodiles. It's also our camp for the night. (BLD)
Day 9 -
Windjana Gorge to Broome
We head towards the Napier Range and the fascinating 750 metre
underground tunnel of Tunnel Creek, an area rich in
bushranger history. Making tracks, we head towards Broome
and stop briefly at Willare Bridge, where a rushing torrent
of water flows in the mighty Fitzroy River (seasonal). Late
afternoon we arrive in Broome, our aim is to catch up brilliant
Cable Beach sunset. (BL)
Note:
B
= Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner.
Tour is not suitable for children.
Due
to the remote nature of the Pilbara region we use bush camps
with limited facilities on some nights
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.
Tour is operated by WesternXposure who reserve the right to
assess the fitness capability of passengers prior to tour
departure.
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.
Safari is operated as a code share with Western Xposure.
A large 4WD may be used (max 21 seats).
ATA
Child Policy On Tours
Children
7 years and under are not permitted to travel on any tour
Children 12 years and under are not permitted to travel
on 4WD tours (bookings will be accepted for the NTK3 & AR4
-full adult fare).
Children over 12 years of age pay full adult fare
Children aged 8-12 years receive a discount on most tours.
Prices available on application.
Children under 16 years of age are not permitted to travel
unless accompanied by an adult.
Children under 18 years of age are not premitted to travel
on the ATA East Coast tours.
Child prices are available upon application to Reservations
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