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2020 Trip Notes 9 DAY KIMBERLEY Combo Itinerary Australia LE ER Y W B I M L I D K 2020 Trip Notes 9 DAY KIMBERLEY combo Itinerary Australia. Delve into Dreamtime with our Barnett Cattle Station at a billabong oasis Gooniyandi guide who shares traditional in the heart of gorge country. (BLD) Day 1 Geikie Gorge stories and the secrets of Mimbi Caves, a Day 7 Manning Falls We ease into our adventure as we travel sanctuary of clear pools, fossils and rock Today we explore spectacular Manning east towards Fitzroy Crossing. Join a local art. Share fresh damper and billy tea with Gorge surrounded by high cliffs. Cross guided cruise through Geikie Gorge. Learn the Gooniyandi traditional owners. (BL) the meandering Manning River – either of the geology of this natural wonder Day 5 Windjana Gorge & Tunnel swimming or by pulley boat! – and take on and discover the huge array of wildlife, Creek a bushwalk to the Manning Falls. There is including freshwater crocodiles, birds and This morning we farewell some of the nothing quite like swimming in deep clear fish. (LD) group and jump ship and join a new pools surrounded by a rugged natural Days 2-3 Purnululu National Park: group with a new guide. Travel into the landscape. In the afternoon, relax and Bungle Bungles King Leopold Ranges and take on the swim in the Manning River before we get the camp fire going for dinner. (BLD) Visit Halls Creek and see the China Wall adventure of Tunnel Creek, a cave system enroute to Purnululu National Park, home carved through the Napier Range, discover Day 8 Silent Grove & Bell Gorge of the Bungle Bungles. From our Safari stalactites and a large variety of wildlife. Travel to Silent Grove to set up camp Camp we spend the next day exploring the Also learn the legend of Jandamarra, an and enjoy lunch before we explore the highlights of this National Park, the most Aboriginal freedom fighter who used the spectacular Bell Gorge in the ancient King famous of which are the Bungle Bungle tunnel as a hideout in the late 1800’s. Leopold Range. This idyllic retreat boasts domes, ‘formed over a period of 20 million Spend the afternoon exploring this cascading waterfalls and crystal clear years. We explore the 2km long Echidna majestic oasis in the outback where we pools formed over millions of years. (BLD) Chasm, known for its towering Livistonia search for freshwater crocodiles, bird life Day 9 Derby & Broome Palm trees, and take a short walk (2-3km) and bushtucker. In the evening, enjoy Returning to the Gibb River Road we into Cathedral Gorge, where towering a delicious campfire dinner under the visit Norval Art Gallery in Derby and the rocks create a natural amphitheatre. Kimberley night sky. (BLD) renowned ‘Boab Prison Tree’ then begin (BLD/BLD) Day 6 Adcock & Galvans Gorge Windjana Gorgeour journey back into Broome, hopefully Day 4 Mimbi Caves Hit the Gibb River Road and discover arriving in time for sunset on Cable Beach Travel to the ancient realm of Mimbi Caves, Adcock Gorge, surrounded by rainforest before you return to your hotels. (BL) in the heart of Gooniyandi and sandstone ranges.Geik An afternoonie Gorg swim e Country. Spiritually significant, these at Galvans Gorge, amongst water lilies and limestone caves are one of the oldest boab trees, offers the chance to freshen up identified sites of human occupation in again before we settle into our camp on Mt Mt Barne Silent Grove Purnululu N.P. Windjana Broome Gorge (Bungle Bungle) Fitzroy Crossing Tunnel Halls Creek Fitzroy Crossing www.kimberleywild.com.au 1300 73 88 70 LE ER Y W B I M L I D K 2020 Trip Notes 9 DAY KIMBERLEY combo Stay Overnight: Itinerary Facts Kimberley Wild Private Camp, Mt Barnett Please note that this is an indication Day 7 Manning Falls only. All details are subject to change Day Highlights: according to local conditions, itinerary Manning Gorge & Falls updates and other circumstances Distance Travelled: beyond our control. 0km / No Driving Day 1 Broome to Fitzroy Crossing Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Day Highlights: Stay Overnight: Geikie Gorge Cruise Kimberley Wild Private Camp, Mt Barnett Distance Travelled: Approximately 400km / 5 Hours Driving Day 8 Mt Barnett to Silent Grove Meals Included: Day Highlights: Lunch & Dinner Bell Gorge Stay Overnight: Distance Travelled: Night 5 Windjana Gorge Fitzroy River Lodge Campground Approximately 250km / 3 Hours Driving Camping in the Windjana Gorge National Day 2 Fitzroy Crossing to the Meals Included: Park involves dome tents (single/twinshare), Bungle Bungles Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner swags with fitted sheets & pillows with pillow Stay Overnight: Day Highlights: cases. On site ablutions have hot showers Silent Grove Campground Bungle Bungles Sunset and flush toilets. Distance Travelled: Day 9 Derby & Broome Approximately 400km / 6 Hours Driving Day Highlights: Meals Included: Norval Art Gallery, Derby Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Distance Travelled: Stay Overnight: Approximately 500km / 6 Hours Driving Bungle Bungles Safari Camp Meals Included: Day 3 The Bungle Bungles Breakfast & Lunch Stay Overnight: Day Highlights: Not included. We drop you off at your your Echidna Chasm, Cathedral Gorge & Bungles chosen Broome accommodation. Domes Distance Travelled: Approximately 60km / 2 Hours Driving Accommodation Meals Included: Nights 6 & 7 Mount Barnett Camping really is the best way to experience Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Enjoy two nights in the comfort of our own the Kimberley - connect with nature and Stay Overnight: private camp at Manning Gorge. The camp leave less of a footprint. Bungle Bungles Safari Camp features tourer-style tents on raised Day 4 The Bungle Bungles to Nights 1 & 4 Fitzroy Crossing platforms with twin stretcher beds, and our Fitzroy Crossing own sheltered kitchen area. Nearby shared We set up the dome tents & swags in the ablutions have hot showers and flush toilets. Day Highlights: grounds of the Fitzroy River Lodge. On site Mimbi Caves ablutions have hot showers and flush toilets. Distance Travelled: Approximately 400km / 6 Hours Driving Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch Stay Overnight: Fitzroy River Lodge Campground Day 5 Windjana Gorge & Tunnel Creek Day Highlights: Windjana Gorge & Tunnel Creek Distance Travelled: Approximately 150km / 2 Hours Driving Meals Included: Nights 2 & 3 Bungle Bungles Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Stay Overnight: In the heart of Purnululu National Park, our Windjana Gorge Campground travellers will love our eco safari tents at the Day 6 Adcock & Galvans Gorge Bungle Bungles Safari Camp which boasts views of the Bungles Massif from your door. Night 8 Silent Grove Day Highlights: The camp features modern facilities, a Camping in the Department of Parks & Adcock Gorge & Galvans Gorge covered dining deck with panoramic views Wildlife operated ‘Silent Grove’ Campground Distance Travelled: and an open air campfire around which you involves dome tents (single/twinshare), Approximately 250km / 3 Hours Driving can relax beneath a sparkling Kimberley night swags with fitted sheets & pillows with pillow Meals Included: sky: chatting, star-gazing and sharing the cases. On site ablutions have hot showers Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner adventure with like-minded travellers. and flush toilets. www.kimberleywild.com.au 1300 73 88 70 LE ER Y W B I M L I D K 2020 Trip Notes 9 DAY KIMBERLEY combo Important Information FREE Hotel Pick Up Kimberley Wild offers free pick up from selected hotels in Broome and Itinerary Updates Darwin, 6.30am - 7.30am. Please advise where you are staying and let us know if there are any changes. We appreciate your patience if we are There are no recent itinerary updates to this trip. running a little late. You being there on time will help make sure we are! Have your mobile phone turned on in the morning in case we need to Meals reach you. Call 1300 73 88 70 if you are concerned you have missed This tour includes: 8 x Breakfasts, 9 x Lunches, 7 x Dinners pickup. Our healthy meals feature fresh ingredients, gourmet salads and local Tour Style Kimberley flavours. We cater for necessary dietary requirements where possi- This is a Kimberley Expedition: perfect for those seeking to experience ble, so please discuss with us when booking. the real Kimberley in depth - either with comfortable Camping or making the most of basic upgrades where available on the Camping Plus option. Inclusions Important Notes! • Two Tour Hosts – including an Experienced Kimberley Tour Guide and 1. It is essential that you call the Kimberley Wild office on 9193 7778, the day prior to departure to confirm pick up, and provide a mobile number Tour Assistant (on all tours with 8+ travellers) for any late notifications. • Meals as specified 2. Departures are all subject to regional weather conditions and road • Camping Accommodation closures – usually only a concern in Apr & Oct / Nov. • National Park Entry Fees 3. Space in a 4WD is limited so please keep luggage light – bring only • 1 Hour Geikie Gorge Boat Cruise essentials in a small soft bag, MAXIMUM 15kg. Suitcases are NOT • Bungle Bungles Safari Camp Stay (2nts) suitable. Excess luggage must be left in Broome or sent to a forward • Aboriginal Guided Mimbi Caves Tour destination. 4. Due to distances covered, this trip involves early departures on some What to Bring: Checklist morning and frequent stops between destinations. □ A pair of shoes/sandals that you don’t mind getting wet - and we mean 5. Kimberley Wild reserves the right to assess the fitness capability of fully immersed in water. Ideally, wet shoes or sandals. passengers prior to tour departure. □ A torch (ideally a head torch) 6. It is your responsibility to advise Kimberley Wild if you have any dietary □ A broad-brimmed hat with sun visor for all round protection requirements or medical conditions (including allergies). □ 7. It is important that travellers participate in setting up camp each night, Swimming costume and towel □ though the guide can assist where necessary.
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