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www.kimberleywild.com.au1300 73 88 70  1300 72 88 70 WHY CHOOSE KIMBERLEY WILD? Kimberley Wild Expeditions offer the best value tours in Australia’s North West. Exploring the Kimberley with small groups in clean, comfortable vehicles, travellers appreciate our guides’ local expertise and real passion for the beautiful region of Australia that we call home. Best of all we offer you choice: opt for the style of accommodation that suits you personally, yet still enjoy the grass roots experience that only Kimberley Wild can provide. Tourism Accreditation Kimberley Wild is accredited with the Tourism Council of . This assures you that we are committed to providing top quality tour service – reliable, professional WHAT TO EXPECT and responsible. For more details on this accreditation, visit trustthetick.com.au. Our Travellers Broome Support Office Our travellers share a sense of adventure and a desire to experience Our Broome Support Office is open 7 days a week, from May to the scenery and culture of the Australian outback without leaving September, so if you are in town, pop in and chat to our friendly staff! a footprint. They come from all over the world and include single travellers, families, honeymooners and empty nesters. ● Find out more about our tours and plan your holiday experience. ● Confirm your advance bookings. Our Vehicles ● Ask any questions to ensure you are prepared. Kimberley Expeditions are operated in our fleet of custom-built high ● Pick up your adventure essentials: maps, bags, enviromentally-safe clearance 4WD vehicles. They have comfortable, forward-facing seats, toiletries, water bottle coolers, torches, playing cards... and more! standing room in vehicle, large viewing windows, air conditioning Alternatively, you can always reach us by phone: 1300 73 88 70. Please with personal air vents and walk-in storage (no risky trailors!). note that after hours this number is forwarded to a mobile phone Our Guides for last minute bookings and emergencies. We would appreciate it if With extensive experience in the Australian outback, our professional you consider the time difference between your location and Western guides are experts in local culture, history and environment. They Australia before calling. hold current First Aid Certificates and are endorsed by the Australian Award Winning Company government, so you have a safe, enjoyable adventure. On some of our itineraries, guides are accompanied by a tour assistant to provide LIAN TO Kimberley Wild entered RA U T R S I S U M A

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E S W Tourism Council’s Hall we also enjoy the expertise and insight of local indigenous guides in of Fame after being key locations throughout the Kimberley – adding a valuable cultural recognised as Best Tour Operator in the West Australian Tourism perspective to your outback adventure. Awards, for three years running. This accolade acknowledges the Our Accommodation quality of our 4WD tour product and highlights our commitment to The style and standard of accommodation varies throughout our protecting the environment and respecting traditional culture. More Extended Tour itineraries, ranging from outback station stays and recently, we were thrilled to be awarded Bronze in the 2014 Best ‘billion star’ camping to private wilderness camps and safari tents. We Major Tour Operator category – our first time in the ‘Major’ category. offer the choice of comfortable Camping or Camping Plus, on which Departure Guarantee we assist you to make the most of basic upgrades where available. Most of our Extended Tours are Guaranteed with a Fitness minimum of 2 travellers only so look out for the Departure Kimberley Wild tours are for reasonably fit and mobile travellers – Guaranteed tick! Note that there are some exceptions to the rule – age is irrelevant. Itineraries often involve some very early starts and such as seasonality – so check the Trip Facts for clarification. long days. We are exploring a range of remote wilderness environments and activities involve some clambering over rocks, wading in water by torchlight, walking on rocky creek beds and ascending/descending into gorges. A reasonable level of fitness and being sure on your feet is necessary to participate. Please refer to the Fitness level (explained below) for each itinerary and discuss any concerns with our office prior to booking. Easy: You need to be able to get in and out of the high clearance 4WD vehicles, but there is limited physical activity on the itinerary – walks are generally short and on flat terrain. Moderate: There will be a few longer walks on flat or uneven terrain. The walks could involve rough patches where you are required to clamber over rocks or up and down wilderness tracks. Advanced: No need to be a mountaineer, but some walks are reasonably challenging: on uneven terrain, sometimes unstable underfoot, and including steep (but usually short) descents and ascents into gorges. It is possible to opt out of the more difficult I feel very lucky to have opted for Kimberley Wild walks, so those with Moderate fitness may still be able to choose “ one of these trips – feel free to discuss options with our office. and had such a wonderful, enriching experience. ” Please make sure you also read Important Notes on the back ‒ SallyH, Trip Advisor of this brochure to ensure our adventures are right for you. www.kimberleywild.com.au  1300 72 88 70 1 DAY

*Mon, Wed & Fri & (JUN-AUG) Departures ½ DAY BROOME SIGHTS In our comfortable 4WD vehicle we travel into Kimberley cattle country Discover the colourful precinct of Chinatown and enjoy a historical via the Derby Prison Tree and the Gibb River Road. Discover the sound show at the famous Sun Pictures. See the old Pearling Masters’ outback oasis of Windjana Gorge searching for freshwater crocodiles, homes, learn of the One Day War at Town Beach and sample hand- local bird life and indigenous bush tucker, and explore the fascinating made ales at Matsos Broome Brewery. Visit the Japanese Cemetery and Tunnel Creek cave system. A swim in the waterhole is a highlight of the Broome Port, before taking an easy paced walk at Gantheaume Point, day. This is a big day trip from Broome but it offers a delightful glimpse known for dinosaur footprints and the story of Anastasia’s Pool. into Australia’s beautiful Kimberley region. As sunset approaches, we As the sun sets on Cable Beach, relax and enjoy a stroll nd light begin our return journey. There is time for dinner (own expense) en refreshments (1DBS) or opt for a beach camel ride (1DBS1), an route back to Broome. Then after dark, relax and spot natural savannah iconic Broome experience. fires, before arriving back at your hotel at approximately 10.00pm.

THE FACTS THE FACTS Tour Code: 1DBS Departs: Daily, except Sun (APR-OCT); Tue & Fri Tour Code: 1DWT Departs: Mon, Wed & Fri (APR-OCT) Includes: Morning & (NOV-MAR) Includes: Matsos Beer Tasting, Entry Fees, Sunset Nibbles (1DBS) Afternoon Tea, Lunch, Park Entry Fees Fitness: Moderate Notes: 1. You must OR Camel Ride (1DBS1) Fitness: Easy Notes: 1. Body weight must be advised bring a pair of shoes you don’t mind getting wet, such as reef sandals or old on booking; camel operators enforce a maximum weight of 90kg per person. runners. 2. Tunnel Creek involves climbing over rocks and wading in water by torchlight so a reasonable level of mobility is necessary to participate. 3. Allow 1DBS Sunset Nibbles Adult $90 Concession $80 Child $50 approximately $30 for dinner. 1DBS1 Sunset Camel Adult $155 Concession $145 Child $95 1DWT Adult $249 Concession $229 Child $149

1 DAY CYGNET BAY & 1 DAY CAPE LEVEQUE *Sun, Tue & Thu *Sun, Tue & Thu THE GIANT TIDES CRUISE (JUN-AUG) Departures ADVENTURE (JUN-AUG) Departures As we travel north up the Dampier Peninsula we visit Beagle Bay, home The Dampier Peninsula is perfect for travellers seeking a Kimberley of the famous pearl shell altar, and the One Arm Point Community experience that is culturally rewarding in a beautiful environment. Visit aquaculture hatchery before we reach the remote Cygnet Bay Pearl Beagle Bay, home of the famous pearl shell altar, and the fascinating Farm. The only working pearl farm open to the public, Cygnet Bay One Arm Point Community aquaculture hatchery. The only working offers an introduction to the history and cultivation of the world’s finest pearl farm open to the public, Cygnet Bay offers an introduction to pearls while we enjoy a picnic lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a truly the history and cultivation of the world’s finest pearls while we enjoy a remarkable experience on the Kimberley Coast: as we cruise through picnic lunch. In the afternoon we travel on to Kooljaman to relax on the the Sunday Island group of the Buccaneer Archipelago the enormous spectacular coastline Cape Leveque is renowned for. There is time for a power of the tide is on display in the form of whirlpools and standing stroll and a swim before we begin our return journey to Broome. Those who have chosen a 4WD/4WD option will reboard the 4WD, while waves. Those who have chosen a 4WD/4WD option will return to those on a 4WD/Fly Option will meet the pilot for their return flight. Broome in our 4WD, while those on a 4WD/Fly Option will meet the pilot at the airstrip for their return flight. THE FACTS THE FACTS Tour Code: 1DCL Departs: Daily, except Sat (APR-OCT); Mon & Thu (NOV-MAR) Includes: Morning & Afternoon Tea, Lunch, Community Entry Fees, Introduction Tour Code: 1DCL Departs: Daily except Sat (APR-OCT); Mon & Thu (NOV-MAR) to Pearling Fitness: Easy Notes: 1. The Cape Leveque Road can be rough and Includes: Morning & Afternoon Tea, Lunch, Community Entry Fees, Introduction therefore not suitable for pregnant women or those with back problems. to Pearling, 2 Hour Giant Tides OR Kimberley Island Explorer Cruise Fitness: Easy Notes: 1. The Cape Leveque Road can be rough and therefore not suitable 1DCL 4WD/4WD Adult $269 Concession $249 Child $169 for pregnant women or those with back problems. 2. The Giant Tides Cruise is 1DCL1 4WD/FLY Adult $499 Concession $479 Child $399 tide dependent. On neap tides, we will enjoy the Kimberley Island Explorer.

1DCL7 4WD/4WD Adult $429 Concession $409 Child $329 1DCL8 4WD/FLY Adult $699 Concession $649 Child $569

www.kimberleywild.com.au  1300 72 88 70 2 DAY CAPE LEVEQUE & KIMBERLEY COAST Day 1 Beagle Bay, Cygnet Bay & the Buccaneer Archipelago The Dampier Peninsula offers stunning scenery and traditional Aboriginal culture. Visit the glimmering pearl shell altar of Beagle Bay Church en route to the Brown family’s idyllic Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm, the oldest Pearl Farm in Australia. Enjoy an insight into this remote pearling industry on the Farm Tour before we embark a cruise through the Islands of the Giant Tides. As dusk approaches we reach our remote 2 DAY KIMBERLEY private Safari Camp, exclusive to our travellers and nestled on the beach overlooking the bay. In this stunning location, we can swim, GORGES ESCAPE explore the mangroves and perhaps catch a fish for dinner before a warm Kimberley sunset: truly a privileged experience. (LD) Day 1 Journey into gorge country and cruise the waters of magnificent Geikie Gorge, carved by nature in the ancient Napier Day 2 Cape Leveque & One Arm Point Travel north to the One Arm Range over 350 million years. Towards sunset, settle in for a BBQ Point Community Aquaculture Hatchery. After a hatchery tour we join under the Kimberley night sky before retiring to your choice of Kevin, our local guide from the Ejai family, traditional owners of the accommodation*. (LD) *choose at the time of booking. Sunday island group, at the family’s beach ‘bali’. Enjoy fresh damper cooked over the fire, while Kevin shares his traditions, lifestyle and Day 2 Windjana Gorge & Tunnel Creek In the Tunnel Creek cave culture. Soon we reach beautiful Kooljaman at Cape Leveque. You system, we explore secret caves, see unusual wildlife and learn of may like to kick back on the beach, try snorkelling or walk to the legendary local, . A refreshing swim in the waterhole is Western Beach, home to the rugged red cliffs for which Cape Leveque a highlight so don’t forget your swimmers! Then it’s off to Windjana is famous. Return to Broome at approximately 6.30pm. (BL) Gorge for a delicious lunch and to search for freshwater crocodiles, local bird life and indigenous bush tucker in the stunning natural THE FACTS Tour Code: 2DIL Departs: Selected Sat, Tue & Thu One Arm beauty of this outback oasis. En route back to Broome, we will pause Cape Leveque (APR-OCT) 1B-2L-1D, Community Fees & Point at the Lillimooloora Station ruins (time permitting) and the famous Includes: Entry Permits, Pearl Farm Tour, Giant Tides Cruise (OR Cygnet Bay Derby ‘Boab Prison Tree.’ Arrive back at your Broome accommodation Kimberley Island Explorer), Ejai Cultural Experience at approximately 6.30pm. (BL) Accommodation: 2DIL Tourer Tents: shared facilities Beagle (1nt), 2DIL1 Safari Tent: shared facilities (1nt) Fitness: Bay THE FACTS Easy Notes: 1. The Cape Leveque Road can be rough Tour Code: 2DGE Departs: Thu (JUN-AUG) Includes: 1B-2L-1D, Park Entry Fees, and therefore not suitable for pregnant women or 1 Hour Ranger-guided Geikie Gorge Cruise Accommodation: 2DGE Camping those with back problems. 2. The Giant Tides Cruise Broome (1nt), 2DGE1 Safari Cabin: with ensuite (1nt), 2DGE2 Motel Room: with ensuite is tide dependent. On neap tides, we will enjoy the (1nt) Fitness: Moderate Notes: 1. You must bring a pair of shoes you can get Kimberley Island Explorer. wet, such as reef sandals or old 2DIL Camping Adult $795 Child $695 runners. 2. Tunnel Creek involves Windjana Gorge climbing over rocks and wading Broome & Tunnel Creek Geikie 2DIL1 Camping Plus Adult $845 Child $745 through water by torchlight so Gorge reasonable mobility is necessary Fitzroy Crossing to participate. Tunnel Creek Halls Creek

2DGE Camping Adult $525 Child $425 Fitzroy Crossing 2DGE1 Safari Cabin Adult $625 Child $525 2DGE2 Motel Room Adult $675 Child $575

www.kimberleywild.com.au  1300 72 88 70 10 DAY WILD KIMBERLEY LOOP Day 1 Tunnel Creek Venture into Tunnel Creek with our local guide, swim in a waterhole and explore Windjana Gorge. (LD) Days 2-3 West Kimberley Gorges Idyllic Bell Gorge boasts cascading waterfalls and pools formed over millions of years. Visit the water lily-laden Galvans Gorge and trek into stunning Manning Gorge for a swim beneath the falls in deep clear pools (BLD/BLD) Days 4-5 El Questro Wilderness Park Continue up the Gibb River Road to enjoy two nights at El Questro where we soak in Zebedee Springs and walk into El Questro and Emma Gorges. (BLD/BL) Day 6 Kununurra & Lake Argyle Emerge from the Gibb River Road and, via Kununurra, travel onto the shores of the expansive Lake Argyle. There is free time to join a sunset boat cruise on the lake (approx AU$100pp), visit the historic Durack Homestead Museum or take on one of the many bush trails to explore the area. (B) Days 7-8 Purnululu National Park: Bungle Bungles Two nights in our own Bungle Bungle Safari Camp ‒ situated in the heart of the National Park ‒ allows a full day to explore the highlights, including the Bungle Bungle domes, Echidna Chasm and stunning Cathedral Gorge, where towering rocks create a natural amphitheatre. There is time in the afternoon to take a scenic flight over the beehive domes ($270-$380pp, own expense). (BLD/BLD) Day 9 China Wall & Fitzroy Crossing Enroute to Fitzroy Crossing, we visit the gold rush town of Halls Creek and see the China Wall. (BL) Day 10 Geikie Gorge & Broome A morning cruise through majestic 5 DAY BROOME TO THE Geikie Gorge is a great start to our last day. Explore Old Fitzroy Crossing and enjoy lunchWindjana by the river Gorgebefore we return to Broome BUNGLE BUNGLES in time to enjoy the sunsetGeik on ieCable Gorg Beach.e (BL) For a more detailed itinerary, visit www.kimberleywild.com.au Day 1 Geikie Gorge & Fitzroy Crossing Enjoy an afternoon cruise through majestic Geikie Gorge and learn of the geology of this THE FACTS Kununurra natural wonder and discover the array of local wildlife, including Tour Code: 10DKL Departs: Selected El Questro Mt Mon, Thu & Sat (MAY-OCT) Barne freshwater crocodiles, birds and fish. (LD) Silent Lake 9B-9L-6D, Park Fees & Argyle Includes: Grove Purnululu N.P. Days 2-3 Purnululu National Park: Bungle Bungles Purnululu is the Permits, Indigenous Guide in T Windjana Broome Gorge (Bungle Bungle) home of the Bungle Bungle beehive domes, the 2km long Echidna unnel Creek, Zebedee Springs, 1 Hour Ranger-guided Geikie Gorge Fitzroy Crossing Chasm, known for its towering Livistonia Palm trees, and Cathedral Tunnel Creek Halls Creek Gorge, a natural amphitheatre. Take an optional scenic flight ($270- Cruise Accommodation: 10DKL Camping: shared facilities (7nts), Bungle Bungles Fitzroy Crossing 380pp, own expense) to put it all into perspective. (BLD/BLD) Safari Camp: shared facilities (2nts) 10DKL1 Camping: shared facilities (3nts), Day 4 Mimbi Caves Delve into Dreamtime with a Gooniyandi guide Bungle Bungles Safari Camp: shared facilities (2nts), Safari Tent: shared facilities in this sanctuary of clear pools, fossils and ancient rock art. Spiritually (2nts), Safari Cabin: with ensuite (2nts) Fitness: Advanced significant, these caves are one of the oldest identified sites of human 10DKL Camping Adult $2895 Child $2795 occupation in Australia. (BL) 10DKL1 Camping Plus Adult $3295 Child $3195 Day 5 Windjana Gorge & Tunnel Creek In Bunuba country we seek the adventure of Tunnel Creek, learn the legend of the Aboriginal freedom fighter Jandamarra, and discover the geological wonder of Windjana Gorge, an oasis in the outback. (BL) For a more detailed itinerary, visit www.kimberleywild.com.au

THE FACTS Tour Code: 5DBB Departs: Tue (APR-OCT) Windjana Gorge Broome & Tunnel Creek Includes: 4B-5L-3D, Park Entry Fees, Geikie Mimbi Caves Indigenous Adventure, 1 Gorge Hour Ranger-guided Geikie Gorge Cruise TunnelFitzr Creekoy Crossing Halls Creek Accommodation: 5DBB Camping (2nts), Safari Cabin: shared facilities (2nts) 5DBB1 Safari Cabin: with ensuiteFitzroy (2nts), Crossing Safari Cabin: shared facilities (2nts) Fitness: Moderate

5DBB Camping Adult $1695 Child $1595 Check out 5DBB1 Camping Plus Adult $1990 Child $1890 our Wild Kimberley Loop Video! “Kimberley Wild took all of the hassles out of the outback, I wouldn’t want to see it any  other way.” ‒ leeanne1959, Trip Advisor www.kimberleywild.com.au  1300 72 88 70 14 DAY BROOME TO DARWIN Day 1 Windjana Gorge Discover the geological wonder of Windjana Gorge and venture through Tunnel Creek with a Bunuba guide. (LD) Day 2 Silent Grove The day is devoted to exploring Bell Gorge, a secret of the West Kimberley. (BLD) Day 3 Galvans Gorge & Mt Elizabeth Swim in lily-laden Galvans Gorge, and tranquil Adcock Gorge en route to Mt Elizabeth. (BLD) Days 4-5 The Mitchell Plateau Cross rivers and traverse ancient Livistonia palm forests to reach the majestic Mitchell Plateau. Here we trek to Little and Big Merten Falls, take a dip in pristine plunge pools and view Bradshaw rock art. (BLD/BLD) Day 6 Drysdale Station This million acre, family owned and operated cattle station is an oasis in the outback. (BL) Days 7-8 El Questro Wilderness Park Two nights at the iconic El Questro Wilderness Park allows a refreshing dip in the Zebedee Springs and a trek into El Questro and Emma Gorges. (BLD/BL) Days 9-10 Purnululu National Park: Bungle Bungles Explore the 12 DAY KIMBERLEY EXPLORER Bungle Bungles, Echidna Chasm (2km), and Cathedral Gorge. Take a Days 1-2 Cape Leveque & the Kimberley Coast Explore the remote scenic flight over the beehive domes ($270-$380pp, own expense) to Dampier Peninsula: visit indigenous communities, see the rugged red put it all into perspective. (BLD/BLD) cliffs of Cape Leveque, discover the art of pearling at Cygnet Bay Pearl Days 11-12 Kununurra Join a Lake Argyle and Ord River Cruise Tour, Farm, join the Giant Tides Cruise and stay overnight in our remote including a visit to the historic Durack Homestead and a scenic private Safari Camp overlooking the Buccaneer Archipelgo (LD/BLD) lookout, and a relaxing cruise along the Ord River. (BLD/BL) Day 3 Tunnel Creek Venture into Tunnel Creek with a Bunuba guide, Day 13 Katherine Continue east and across the border into the and explore the outback oasis of Windjana Gorge. (BLD) Northern Territory as we travel to the outback town of Katherine, Days 4-5 West Kimberley Gorges Idyllic Bell Gorge boasts cascading home to Nitmiluk Gorge. (BLD) waterfalls and pools formed over millions of years. Visit the water Day 14 Nitmiluk Gorge & Darwin On the Nitnit Dreaming Cultural lily-laden Galvans Gorge and trek into stunning Manning Gorge for a Cruise we explore Nitmiluk Gorge and discover the customs of the swim beneath the falls in deep clear pools (BLD/BLD) traditional land owners, the Jawoyn people. Enjoy a dip in Edith Falls Days 6-7 El Questro Wilderness Park Continue up the Gibb River enroute to Darwin, arriving at approximately 6.00pm. (BL) Road to enjoy two nights at El Questro where we soak in Zebedee For a more detailed itinerary, visit www.kimberleywild.com.au Springs and walk into El Questro and Emma Gorges. (BLD/BL) THE FACTS Darwin Day 8 Kununurra & Lake Argyle Via Kununurra, we travel onto the Tour Code: 14BD Departs (2016): 1 shores of Lake Argyle where there is free time to join a sunset boat May, 15 May, 4 Jun, 18 Jun, 10 Jul, Katherine cruise on the lake (approx AU$100pp), visit the Durack Homestead 24 Jul, 14 Aug, 28 Aug Includes: Mitchell Plateau Kununurra 13B-14L-10D, Park Permits & Entry Museum or wander along a bush trail. (B) Drysdale Lake Argyle Fees, Zebedee Springs, Lake Argyle El Days 9-10 Purnululu National Park: Bungle Bungles Two nights in Silent Grove Questro & Ord River Cruise, Nit Nit Dreaming Broome our own Bungle Bungle Safari Camp, allows a full day to explore the Cruise, Indigenous Guide in Tunnel Windjana Purnululu N.P. Tunnel CreekGorge Halls Creek highlights of this National Park, including the Bungle Bungle domes, Creek Accommodation: 14BD Fitzroy Crossing Echidna Chasm and stunning Cathedral Gorge. (BLD/BLD) Camping (10nts), Safari tent: shared facilities (1nt), Cabin: with ensuite (2nts) 14BD1 Camping (4nts), Safari Tent: Day 11 China Wall & Fitzroy Crossing Enroute to Fitzroy Crossing, we shared facilities (3nts), Private Room: shared facilities (2nts), Cabin: with ensuite visit the gold rush town of Halls Creek. (BL) (2nts), Superior Cabin: with ensuite (2nts) Fitness: Advanced Day 12 Geikie Gorge & Broome Enjoy a morning cruise through the 14BD Camping Adult $3995 Child $3895 majestic Geikie Gorge andWindjana explore Old GorgeFitzroy Crossing before we 14BD1 Camping Plus Adult $4590 Child $4490 return to Broome. (BL) Geikie Gorge Note: This tour is also available in the reverse direction For a more detailed itinerary, visit www.kimberleywild.com.au 14 Day Darwin to Broome ‒ Tour Code PDB9 (online only). THE FACTS Tour Code: 12DKE Departs: Kununurra Cape El Questro Selected Tue, Thu & Sat (MAY- Leveque Mt Barne OCT) Includes: 11B-11L-8D, Park Silent Lake Grove Argyle Fees & Community Permits, Pearl Purnululu N.P. Windjana (Bungle Bungle) Farm Tour, Giant Tides Cruise (OR Broome Gorge Kimberley Island Explorer), Ejai Fitzroy Crossing Cultural Experience, Indigenous Tunnel Creek Halls Creek Guide in Tunnel Creek, Zebedee Fitzroy Crossing Springs, 1 Hour Ranger-guided Geikie Gorge Cruise Accommodation: 12DKE Camping: shared facilities (9nts), Bungle Bungles Safari Camp: shared facilities (2nts) 12DKE1 Camping: shared facilities (4nts), Bungle Bungles Safari Camp: shared facilities (3nts), Safari Cabin: with ensuite (2nts), Safari Tent: shared facil- ities (2nts) Fitness: Advanced Notes: The Cape Leveque Road can be rough and therefore not suitable for pregnant women or those with back problems. 12DKE Camping Adult $3495 Child $3395 12DKE1 Camping Plus Adult $3995 Child $3895 www.kimberleywild.com.au  1300 72 88 70 BOOKING CONDITIONS Please read and understand the conditions of booking set out below prior to booking a trip with Kimberley Wild. We strongly recommend that you also read the more detailed online version of your itinerary prior to booking to ensure that you understand the itinerary and style of the trip you are undertaking. OUR CONTRACT All bookings are made with Kimberley Wild Expeditions Pty Ltd (trading as Kakadu Wild Expeditions, Western Wild Expeditions and Wild Expedi- tions). By booking a trip with us you are deemed to have agreed to these Booking Conditions (which constitutes the entire agreement between you and us) and your booking will be accepted by us on this basis. ACCEPTANCE OF RISK You acknowledge that the nature of the trip is adventurous VALIDITY Brochure is valid from 1 April 2016 to 31 March 2017. and participation involves a degree of personal risk. You will be visiting places PRICES All prices are inclusive of 10% GST and are valid from 1 April 2016 to 31 where the geographical attributes present dangers and physical challenges greater March 2017. Kimberley Wild reserves the right to alter these prices in the event of than those present in our daily lives. We use information from local authorities and any unforeseen circumstances. Where applicable, child prices apply to children 4 to reports from our own contacts in assessing whether the itinerary should operate. 12 years old. On Day Tours concession rates apply to YHA However it is also your own responsibility to acquaint yourself with all possible Members and those holding valid Australian Pension, Seniors and Student Cards. relevant travel information and the nature of your itinerary. You acknowledge that DIESEL LEVY Kimberley Wild Expeditions reserves the right to charge a Fuel Levy your decision to travel is made in light of consideration of this information and you in the event of increasing diesel fuel prices. accept that you assume the personal risks attendant upon such travel. DEPOSIT REQUIREMENTS You are required to pay a deposit of 25% of the total AUTHORITY ON TOUR Our tours are run by a Kimberley Wild Guide, whose booking value for your booking to be confirmed. If your booking is made within 30 decision is final on all matters likely to affect the safety or well-being of any person days of the departure date then the full amount is payable at the time of booking. participating in the trip. If you fail to comply with a decision made by a group lead- er, or interfere with the well-being of the group, the Guide may order you to leave FINAL PAYMENTS Payment of the balance of the trip price is due 30 days before the trip immediately, with no right of refund. You must at all times comply with the the departure date. If this balance is not paid on or before the due date we reserve laws, customs and drug/alcohol regulations of all areas visited, and you also agree the right to treat your booking as cancelled. to travel in accordance with our responsible travel guidelines. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Kimberley Wild Expeditions Pty Ltd contracts with GROUP SIZE A minimum number of 6 passengers is required to operate tours, a network of companies, government agencies and individuals to assist in the unless otherwise stated as a Guaranteed Departure, in which case 2 passengers only running of our trips as agent for these third parties. We are not responsible for the are required to depart. acts and omissions of these third parties. To the fullest extent permitted by law: any liability for any loss, death, injury or damage which you may suffer (directly or BOOKING AMENDMENTS Booking amendments are permitted on Day Tours up indirectly) in connection with or arising out of your participation in a trip, or any to 48 hours prior to departure. If you wish to change tours or departure dates you breach of the Booking Conditions, is excluded; you release us and our officers, must immediately inform Kimberley Wild Expeditions in writing. All amendments employees, agents and representatives from any liability and expressly waive any are subject to approval, availability and confirmation by Kimberley Wild claims you may have against us arising out of or in connection with your participa- Expeditions. Booking amendments are permitted on some longer tours up to 15 tion in a trip; and any condition or warranty which would otherwise be implied by days prior to departure. If you wish to change tours or departure dates you must law into these Booking Conditions (Implied Warranty), is excluded. To the extent an immediately inform Kimberley Wild Expeditions in writing. All amendments are Implied Warranty cannot be subject to approval, availability and confirmation by Kimberley Wild. excluded, our liability in respect of the Implied Warranty is limited to (in our CANCELLATION POLICY absolute discretion): (i) the provision of a similar trip to an equivalent value; or (ii) a Cancellation by the traveller: If you wish to cancel your tour you must immediately refund of the total amount received by us from you in connection with your book- inform Kimberley Wild in writing. Once we have received your notice, cancellation ing. Any claim by you is excluded to the extent that it is for indirect or consequen- will take effect. Please note the following charges will apply on cancellation: tial loss, loss of profits or economic loss, however it arises, or for indirect, special, • If Cancellation takes place within 30 days of departure 25% of your punitive or exemplary damages. tour price will be forfeited. TRAVEL INSURANCE It is essential that all Kimberley Wild travellers take out travel • If Cancellation takes place within 21 days of departure 50% of your insurance at the time of booking. At a minimum your travel insurance must provide tour price will be forfeited. cover against personal accident, death, medical expenses, emergency repatriation • If Cancellation takes place within 14 days of departure 100% of your and personal liability, with a minimum coverage of US$200,000. We also strongly tour price will be forfeited. recommend it covers cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal You are advised to take out cancellation insurance at the time of booking which effects. will cover cancellation penalties in certain circumstances. If you leave a trip for any reason after it has commenced we are not obliged to make any refunds for unused ITINERARIES Itineraries are subject to alteration without notice and intended as a services. guide only. Alterations may come about due to road, weather or tidal conditions, Cancellation by Kimberley Wild Expeditions Pty Ltd: Kimberley Wild Expeditions strikes, public holidays, local festivals or other reasons. Due to the nature of the reserves the right to cancel or postpone any tour at any time prior to departure if, terrain and remote areas, weather fluctuations can adversely affect road conditions due to weather conditions, road conditions, natural disasters, mechanical defect, which may necessitate alterations to itinerary with little or no notice. Any addition- cultural considerations or other external events it is not possible for us to operate al expense incurred by the passenger is not the responsibility of Kimberley Wild the planned itinerary. If we cancel a trip you may choose between us applying the Expeditions. Kimberley Wild Expeditions can give no guarantee as to the exact ar- amounts paid toward an alternative trip or receiving a full refund. We are not re- rival and departure times for carriers and operators used in the tour and Kimberley sponsible for any incidental expenses that you may have incurred as a result of your Wild Expeditions will not be liable for failure to make connections with any other booking such as visas, vaccinations or nonrefundable flights. services or attractions beyond its control. As is normally the case with group tours, a minimum number of bookings is required in order for a tour to be financially via- OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES Optional activities not included in the trip price do not ble and to have a pleasant group atmosphere. In the event that adequate numbers form part of the trip or this contract. You accept that any assistance given by our cannot be achieved, it may be necessary to cancel a scheduled departure and to staff in arranging optional activities does not render us liable for them. offer the nearest possible alternative date, an alternative itinerary, or a full refund ERRORS & OMISSIONS Although we have made a concerted attempt to verify of monies paid for Kimberley Wild Expeditions’ ground content touring. The date the accuracy of statements made in our trip documentation, including brochure, on which the decision is made whether a tour will operate is usually 2-4 weeks website and Trip Notes we cannot be held responsible for any error, omission or before the departure date. unintentional misrepresentation that may occur. FLEXIBILITY You appreciate and acknowledge that the nature of this type CLAIMS & COMPLAINTS If you have a complaint about your trip please inform of travel requires considerable flexibility and you should allow for alternatives. our local representative at the time in order that they can attempt to rectify the The itinerary provided for each trip is representative of the types of activities con- matter. If satisfaction is not reached through these means then any further templated, but it is understood that the route, schedules, inclusions, complaint should be put to us in writing within 30 days of the end of the tour. amenities and mode of transport may be subject to alteration without prior notice SEVERABILITY In the event that any term or condition contained in these Booking due to local circumstances or events. Conditions is unenforceable or void by operation of law or as being against public INCLUSIONS The land price of your trip includes: all accommodation and trans- policy or for any other reason then such term or condition shall be deemed to be port as listed in the Trip Notes, sightseeing and meals as listed in the Trip Notes severed from this contract or amended accordingly only to such extent necessary and the services of a group leader, as described in the Trip Notes. to allow all remaining terms and conditions to continue as binding. EXCLUSIONS The land price of your trip does not include: international or internal PHOTOS & MARKETING If you send us photos from your trip, you consent to flights, airport transfers, taxes and excess baggage charges unless specified, meals us using these images of you for advertising and promotional purposes in any other than those specified in the Trip Notes, Visa and passport fees, travel insur- medium we choose. You grant us a perpetual, royalty-free, worldwide, irrevocable ance, optional activities and sightseeing and all personal expenses. licence to use such images for promotional purposes. www.kimberleywild.com.au  1300 72 88 70 IMPORTANT NOTES Itineraries The itineraries featured in this brochure are valid for our peak season. However the itineraries may vary and/or attractions be substituted for any cause including local environmental conditions and cultural considerations. Please also note that Australia is a big country and some long drives are all part of the adventure. It also means there will be some early morning starts to enable you to enjoy the itinerary highlights at the best of time day. Prices Tour prices in this brochure are per person and in Australian Dollars. Prices for tours with accommodation, are quoted on a twinshare basis. Single supplements will apply to upgrades. WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING Departure For specific suggestions, we recommend you download the Trip Most of our Extended Tours are Guaranteed with only 2 travellers so Notes for your trip from our website. In general: look out for the Departure Guaranteed tick! Other tours depart subject On All Tours... to a minimum 6 travellers. □ A broad-brimmed sun hat & sunscreen Medical Form □ Walking boots or sturdy shoes Due to the remote location and challenging nature of our Extended □ Shoes for walking in water (essential for Tunnel Creek) Tours it is essential for our travellers who are 70 years and beyond, to □ Swimmers & towel (bath and swimming) review and sign a Medical Form to ensure you can participate fully in □ Personal water bottle (1.5L recommended) the itinerary and will enjoy your adventure. On Extended Tours... Participation □ Long-sleeved cotton shirt (sun protection) and loose-fitting pants On those nights where we are not staying in one of our fantastic (warmth and insect protection for evenings) private permanent camp sites, is important that travellers participate □ Personal toiletries, insect repellent, medication & torch in setting up camp and preparing/clearing meals, though the Tour □ Sleeping bag ($35 ‒ request prior to tour. Can be kept after travel Guide and (where applicable on selected Kimberley Expeditions) the or donated to indigenous communities) Tour Assistant, will also be on hand to help – it is a team effort! Our vehicles are equipped with adequate built-in storage, but it is It is essential that all our groups leave the camps they stay in as important to keep your luggage light ‒ usually max 15kg, in a small they found them for the next travellers – the Kimberley is a pristine soft bag. Suitcases are not suitable. wilderness and it is our responsibility to ensure it stays this way. Hotel Pick Up & Departure Points We offer a FREE Hotel Pick Up from all key hotels and regular bed and breakfasts in Broome and Cable Beach. Our friendly reservations will advise you of the time on booking. It is also important that you call our office and reconfirm the day prior to departure. Please be patient if we are a little late but call 1300 73 88 70 if you are concerned that you have missed your pick up. Protect the Environment The outback is pristine and we are dedicated to preserving and caring for its fragile environment. We ask travellers to bring a long sleeve shirt and broad-brimmed hat to reduce the need for sunscreen and insect repellent, which leak into waterways when showering and swimming. Climate Australia’s north has a Wet Season (Nov to Mar) and a Dry Season (Apr to Oct). During ‘the Wet’ many 4WD roads and National Parks are closed, which limits where you are able to go in the north. Kimberley Kimberley Wild also operate 4WD adventures in other regions... tours only operate during ‘the Dry’, when it can get surprisingly cold ADU W Western Xposure tours K IL Kakadu Wild offers A D K overnight, depending on where you are – in Broome it can cool down are budget overland short breaks from to 12ºC, while in the Bungle Bungles, it can fall as low as 5ºC! backpacker adventures, Darwin: explore Frequently Asked Questions experiencing the best Kakadu, Litchfield and Detailed answers to our key FAQ’s can be downloaded easily from our of the West Coast & Kimberley, Katherine in small groups from our website. If you have any additional questions, give us a call. between Perth, Broome & Darwin. network of private safari camps. www.westernxposure.com.au www.kakaduwild.com.au

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