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Day 1. Broome, Boab Prison Tree, Gibb River Road, Windjana Gorge, Tunnel Creek

Today, begin your complete exploration of the awe-inspiring Kimberley region. At Derby, we visit the Boab Prison Tree, believed to be more than 1,500 years old. With a girth of 14 metres, this hollowed tree was used as a prison cell during the region’s early days. Next, we begin our journey on the Gibb River Road, a remote outback highway that accesses some of the Kimberley’s best scenery. At Windjana Gorge, a short walk leads into the tranquil gorge, where sheer cliffs tower above white sands. See the ancient marine fossils embedded in the gorge walls. You may also witness freshwater crocodiles lazing on the banks of the Lennard River, which runs through the gorge. We then continue to remarkable Tunnel Creek, a 750 metre natural tunnel carved through the Napier Range, and with torch in hand, wade through the cool waters to view the oasis that awaits us on the other side. Then, drive on to our wilderness lodge in the heart of Ngarinyin country. Here, you’ll be able to immerse in the beautiful surrounds, dine under the stars, and take in the enchanting views from your private deck.
Stay Two Nights: Bell Gorge Wilderness Lodge, with private ensuites, Gibb River Road
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Day 2. Bell Gorge, Hiking and Swimming

Back on the Gibb River Road, we travel through outback landscapes to Bell Gorge, where rugged cliffs surround a series of tiered waterholes. Enjoy the afternoon to explore the spectacular scenery and perhaps swim below the waterfall which feeds the lower pool. The area is also a haven for birdlife and provides an opportunity to go bird-watching. While the energetic can choose from a number of hiking opportunities. This is truly an idyllic place to just relax and enjoy the surrounds. Then, head back to our lodge and relax before dinner.

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Day 3. Galvans Gorge, Barnett River Gorge, Drysdale River Station

Travel through the heart of Kimberley cattle country to discover some of the region’s most secluded gorges. At Galvans Gorge, a short walk leads to a picturesque waterhole with boab trees clinging to the escarpment above. Inspect the rock art on the gorge walls and take a leisurely swim. Continue to beautiful Barnett River Gorge, where we’ll enjoy lunch in a setting of shady paperbark trees. Look out for the birdlife that inhabits the area and enjoy a refreshing swim. Turning off the Gibb River Road, we travel north on the Kalumburu Road, heading towards the isolated Mitchell Plateau, and arrive at an historic cattle property for a unique overnight stay.
Stay: Drysdale River Station, Kalumburu Road.
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Day 4. Mitchell Plateau, King Edward River, Mitchell Falls Wilderness Lodge

Mitchell Plateau, King Edward River, Gwion (Bradshaw) Art Cross the beautiful Drysdale River, then ascend the Mitchell Plateau to enter a remote world of Livistona Palm forests, beautiful lookouts, ancient Aboriginal art, magnificent waterfalls and isolated swimming holes. We’ll explore Wandjina and Gwion (Bradshaw) art galleries and swim in the clear waters at King Edward River. For the next two nights, stay at our unique permanent wilderness accommodation beside Pandanus palm-fringed Camp Creek, where you can enjoy a refreshing dip. Enjoy this unique location at the top of the plateau. For wildlife watchers, the region’s birdlife includes brolgas, herons, kites and sea eagles, as well as rainforest birds. You may be lucky enough to see the Monjon, a rock wallaby that is unique to the Kimberley region. At night and early morning, look out for the Northern Quoll, a native cat that’s occasionally spotted roaming in the wild here.
Stay Two Nights: Tented cabins with private ensuites at Mitchell Falls Wilderness Lodge
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Day 5. Mitchell Falls, Aboriginal Art, Helicopter Flight over the Falls

Today we have a full day to discover the beauty of Mitchell Falls, with its magnificent waterfalls and Aboriginal art. When available, local Aboriginal guides will join us for the adventure, imparting their knowledge of the area and sharing their cultural beliefs. Begin with a guided hike to Little Mertens Falls to view rarely seen Aboriginal art. Continue on to Big Mertens Falls before arriving at Mitchell Falls. With superb scenery and rich culture, you can swim in the pools above the falls and look for the region’s wildlife. We have also included a helicopter flight over Mitchell Falls and surrounding wilderness back to the vehicle (or, if you prefer, hike back with your guide). Longer helicopter flights over this captivating remote coastline are available at additional expense. Then, it’s time to meander back to our wilderness lodge to relax, knowing you have just experienced a day most people only dream of. Perhaps spend some time in front of the camp fire recounting today’s tales with your new found friends.

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Day 6. Mitchell Plateau, Gibb River Road, Home Valley Station

Rejoin the Gibb River Road, fording the mighty Durack River before arriving at the immense cattle property, Home Valley Station. Discover the spellbinding scenery that captivated audiences in Baz Luhrmann’s movie ‘Australia’, including the omnipresent yet strikingly beautiful backdrop of the Cockburn Range. Here, you’ll enjoy an overnight stay in this inspirational setting.
Stay: Home Valley Station, Guesthouse Rooms
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Day 7. El Questro Station, Emma Gorge

Home Valley Station, El Questro Wilderness Park Gain a fun-filled insight into the operation of a working cattle station on a Station Tour this morning. Discover Home Valley’s Indigenous training project, meet Moo the pet bullock, and look out for crocodiles at Ryder’s Hole. APT guests will enjoy privileged access to areas within the Station and get a real taste for what life is like on the vast plains of this rugged land. Rejoin the Gibb River Road, cross the Pentecost River into El Questro Wilderness Park - one million acres in the Kimberley wilderness. Hike into beautiful Emma Gorge, where you can indulge in a revitalising swim before dinner at the resort.
Stay: Tented cabins with spacious ensuites at Emma Gorge Resort, El Questro
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Day 8. El Questro, Wyndham, Parry’s Lagoon

Enjoy time to explore El Questro. Relax with a soak in the hot pools of Zebedee Springs, and visit the station township. Farewelling the Gibb River Road, we head to Wyndham and take in spectacular views of Cambridge Gulf from Five Rivers lookout. Enjoy lunch at an iconic outback pub before visiting Parry’s Lagoon, a bird watcher’s paradise. Drive past farms of the Ord River Scheme to Kununurra.
Stay Two Nights: Kununurra Country Club Resort, Kununurra
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Day 9. Cruise Ord River and Lake Kununurra Cruise

This morning you have some free time to explore Kununurra. Then, we travel to Lake Argyle, the largest man-made lake in the Southern Hemisphere with nine times the capacity of Sydney Harbour. Join a guided cruise on the mighty Ord River. Admire the spectacular scenery and look out for birdlife, flying foxes and crocodiles, then witness the sunset while cruising Lake Kununurra.

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Day 10. Echidna Chasm, Purnululu National Park

Travel to World Heritage-listed Purnululu National Park, a stunning wilderness region and home to the unique Bungle Bungle Range. Discover this rarely visited site, which was only ‘discovered’ by a film crew in 1983. Hike into Echidna Chasm, a mysterious cleft in the rock massif, and view a magical sunset before we head to our lodge.
Stay Two Nights: Tented cabins with private ensuites at Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodge, Purnululu National Park
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Day 11. Cathedral Gorge, Beehive Domes

Hike into Piccaninny Creek and spectacular Cathedral Gorge. Walk among the orange and black striped beehive domes, as your guide brings the natural history of the range to life. Learn about bushtucker, bush medicine and the area’s significance to local Aborigines. There’s also time for an optional helicopter flight (own expense). Enjoy drinks as the sun sets over the domes.

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Day 12. Halls Creek, Fitzroy Crossing

After breakfast visit Halls Creek, an old gold mining town. Here, you can marvel at the unusual China Wall, a natural quartz formation, before heading to Fitzroy Crossing, the place picked by early settlers to ford this mighty river.
Stay: Fitzroy River Lodge, Fitzroy Crossing
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Day 13. Geikie Gorge Cruise, Broome

Explore Geikie Gorge, where annual flooding has created a bleached effect on the limestone walls. Board a unique cruise and learn more about its surrounding flora and fauna. After lunch, travel to Broome, where the tour concludes.

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Stay Longer in Broome

With beautiful Cable Beach, sunshine and idyllic weather, Broome offers the perfect start or end to your Kimberley adventure. So why not take advantage of our special pre and post tour accommodation rates. Hotels: Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa Broome Sanctuary Resort, Mercure Inn Continental Broome. Enquire for details and prices.

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