Tour ID: 10006687

This tour is full of surprises and  spectacular scenery. We make sure you see the best the area has to offer. There are so many great experiences that it is hard to pick a hightlight!  Sunset over the Bungle Bungles would have to be right up there. You will learn all about this unique area, our guides are passionate.

  • Visit Windjama & Geikie Gorges (cruise on Geikie)
  • Camp by the Fitzroy River under the stars
  • Over night at our private Bungle Bungles Safari Camp (watch the sunset)
  • Mimbi Caves
  • Learn about Aboriginal Culture & the history of the land
  • Amazing wildlife
  • Stunning scenery

HIGHLIGHTS:
Windjana Gorge, Tunnel Creek, Bungle Bungles, Echidna Chasm, Cathedral Gorge, China Wall, Mimbi Caves, Geikie Gorge Cruise.

Short of time and want the best value Bungle Bungles trip in the Kimberley? Check out one of the world’s most unique landscapes at the famous Bungle Bungles. Explore the outback oasis of Windjana Gorge, searching for freshwater crocodiles, local birdlife and indigenous bushtucker. Venture into Tunnel Creek to discover stalactites, secret caves and a large variety of wildlife and swim in an idyllic waterhole and don’t miss a cruise on the waters of Geikie Gorge before returning to Broome.

ITINERARY:
Day 1 Geikie Gorge & Fitzroy Crossing

We ease into our adventure as we travel east towards Fitzroy Crossing. Visit the Old Fitzroy Crossing and colourful Mangkaja Aboriginal Arts Centre before joining a local National Park Ranger on a guided cruise through majestic Geikie Gorge that nature carved between the Geikie and Oscar Ranges. Learn of the fascinating geology of this natural wonder and discover the huge array of wildlife, including freshwater crocodiles, birds and fish. That evening, camp by the Fitzroy River and enjoy our famous Kimberley BBQ. (LD)

Days 2-3 Purnululu National Park: Bungle Bungles

Visit the gold rush town of Halls Creek and see the remarkable China Wall enroute to Purnululu National Park, home of the magnificent Bungle Bungles. On arrival in Purnululu, there is time to orient ourselves and settle into our new private Bungle Bungles Safari Camp. After a delightful bush sunset, relax with a delicious meal and evening under the stars. Spend the next day exploring the highlights of this extraordinary National Park, the most famous of which are the Bungle Bungle domes. Rivers created this landscape of unique orange and black striped ‘beehive’ geological formations over a period of 20 million years. Unbelievably, only the locals knew it existed until the early 1980’s. To protect its unique landscape, the area was made a national park in 1987 and now enjoys World Heritage status. We explore the 2km long Echidna Chasm, known for its towering Livistonia Palm trees, and take a short walk (2-3km) into stunning Cathedral Gorge, where towering rocks create a natural amphitheatre. There is time in the afternoon to take an optional scenic flight and enjoy a birds-eye view of the beehive domes (approx $365pp, own expense) to put it all into perspective. (BLD/BLD)

Day 4 Mimbi Caves

We bid farewell to Purnululu and travel to the ancient realm of Mimbi Caves, one of Western Australia's largest cave systems, in the heart of Gooniyandi Country. Spiritually significant, these limestone caves are one of the oldest identified sites of human occupation in Australia. Delve into Dreamtime with our local Gooniyandi guide who shares traditional stories and reveals the secrets of Mimbi Caves, a sanctuary of crystal clear pools, rare fossils and ancient rock art. Share fresh damper and billy tea with the Gooniyandi traditional owners before we head for Fitzroy Crossing. (BL)

Day 5 Windjana Gorge & Tunnel Creek

Following another night by the Fitzroy River, we head for Bunuba country - once a Devonian reef, this terrain is over 350 million years old and home to a diverse array of animals and plants. In the morning we seek the adventure of Tunnel Creek, a 750-metre cave system in which we discover secret caves and a large variety of wildlife. It is here we also learn the legend of Jandamarra, an Aboriginal freedom fighter who used the tunnel as a hide-out in the late 1800’s. Freshen up with a swim in the idyllic waterhole at the end of the tunnel before we travel to the geological wonder of Windjana Gorge, a delightful oasis in the outback. Beneath gorge walls rising 90m, we enjoy a picnic lunch and search for freshwater crocodiles, local birdlife and Indigenous bushtucker. The Gibb River Road then leads us from the picturesque Napier Ranges as we begin the return to Broome via the Derby ‘Boab Prison Tree’. (BL)

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Tour Details

  • Included in price:

    Tour includes 4 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches and 3 Dinners. National Park Fees, Cruise and Caves tour.

    Kimberley Wild provides tents, swags (including 2 - 3 inch mattresses), bottom sheets, pillows and pillow cases. You can either bring your own sleeping bag or buy one from us at $30 per person. If you choose to buy one, you are welcome to take it home following your trip or alternatively, donate it to local communities.

  • Available for purchase/hire:

    1. Dinner on Day 4 is at your own expense - allow approximately $40pp
    2. Camping Plus accommodation upgrades are subject to availability.
    3. You can either bring your own sleeping bag or buy one from us at $30 per person.

  • Duration:

    5 Days

  • Departure:

    7:00 AM Tue

  • Return:

    Return Time: 6:30 pm

  • Departure points:

    Broome

  • Pickup/departure instructions:

    Complimentary pick up from hotel available. Please add your accommodation details in the space provided on the booking form and a pick up time will be advised when reconfirming tour.

    Departs: Tuesdays from May to October.
    Departure Time: 7:30 am

  • What to bring:

    Travellers on this trip must bring a pair of shoes/sandals that they don’t mind getting wet and a torch. Other recommendations include: A broad-brimmed hat with sun visor for all round protection, swimming costume and towel, walking shoes, a long-sleeved cotton shirt (sun protection), 1 pair of loose-fitting pants, a warm jumper (particularly if travelling May-Aug), personal water bottle and personal toiletries, first aid (with any personal medication required) and a sleeping bag - available for purchase at $30pp and must be requested with our office prior to travel. Note: Luggage must be kept to a managable amount in a small soft bag - 15 kg max. You can bring along a day pack that you can use as well for additional luggage.

  • Fitness level required:

    Medium

  • Child policies:

    Child prices apply to children between the ages of 4 and 12 years inclusive. Kimberley Wild advises against younger children joining our tours as the days can be long, the distances travelled extended and the walks difficult for little legs.

  • Additional Information:

    Kimberley Wild will cater for special dietary requirements, so please advise us when booking.

    This is a Camping tour. Camping: shared facilities (2nts), Bungle Bungles Safari Camp: shared facilities (2nts).

    An accommodation upgrade to Camping Plus may be possible on selected nights subject to availability. Camping plus offers Safari Tent: with ensuite (2nts), Bungle Bungles Safari Camp: shared facilities (2nts). To enquire about upgrade availability and pricing please contact tourstogo.com.

    Passengers travelling on their own who wish to upgrade to Camping Plus, but opt not to pay a Single Supplement may be twin shared with another traveller of the same gender where required. On camping nights, often they will still get their own tent. Travellers are still able to guarantee themselves Single accommodation if preferred, by opting to pay the Guaranteed Single Supplement. Must be selected in booking.

    We ask that luggage is kept to a managable amount in a small soft bag - 15 kg max. You can bring along a day pack that you can use as well for additional luggage.

    We operate in custom-built, 21 seat 4WD trucks with a PA system and built-in storage (no risky trailors!). These vehicles allow our small groups extra space (including standing room), are fully air-conditioned and, for your comfort are fitted with adjustable air-vents, reclinable seats, map pockets and footrests.

  • Destinations:

    Kimberley Region, Bungle Bungles, Geikie Gorge, Tunnel Creek and Windjana Gorge

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