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9 Day 4WD Darwin to Broome
Safari Camping Tour | |
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. |
| Tour Name: | 9
Day 4WD Darwin to Broome Safari Camping Tour |
| Tour Code: | G-WADV-DB9 |
| Departs: | Darwin
6.30 am | |
Departure Dates: | 26th
APR - 8th NOV: Sun *Sun departure operates as a code share with Western Xposure
- max pax 21 | | 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 2009 - 31st March 2010 |
| Adult
$$1745 + park entry
fee Not suitable for children. |
| This
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 8% earlybird
discount. |
| Min
Numbers: | 6 |
| Max
Numbers: | 21 |
| Tour
Vehicle: |
 | 4WD
Toyota Coaster mini-bus - (max 22 seats) - front facing air-conditioned
vehicle. |
 | 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. | |
| Suitability: |
 | 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. |
| | Staying: |
 | Semi-Permanent
Campsites - tents must be erected by
guide and passengers, share showers and toilets, no cooking facilities except
those carried on the vehicle. | |
| 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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Bring: | Tour
ticket, 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 hired for $15). |
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Included: | Experienced
tour guide, meals as indicated, National Park fees, camping fees & equipment |
| Not
Included: | As
per itinerary | | 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 in 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 $15 Sleeping Bag Hire if required.
Departs *Sunday - 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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