Western Australia / KIMBERLEY TOURING
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15 Day Kimberley Complete
Operated by APT Kimberley Wilderness Adventures
With fewer than one person for every 1,000 square kilometres , this vast and scenic land is showcased at its best on this epic 4WD adventure . Explore spectacular gorges , plunge into isolated pools and see the wonders of the Kimberley , staying at the region ’ s best stations and resorts .
The Kimberley Complete tour provides an in-depth experience of this magnificent region , and is APT ' s most popular tour . Discover the scenic gorges of the Gibb River Road , the fascinating aboriginal culture of the Mitchell Plateau and the rugged Bungle Bungle Range in Purnululu National Park . Wonder at the cascading Mitchell Falls , cruise the Geikie Gorge and tour Kununurra and the Ord River . Set off on the legendary Gibb River Road to marvel at the sheer cliffs and white sands of Windjana Gorge and the cool waters of Tunnel Creek . Explore the waterholes of Bell Gorge and travel through the heart of Kimberley cattle country to Galvans and Barnett River Gorges . Ascend the Mitchell Plateau and view rare Wandjina and Bradshaw ( Gwion Gwion ) art .
Spend a full day discovering the majestic Mitchell Falls ( including a scenic helicopter flight ) before crossing into El Questro Wilderness Park with over 3,885 square kilometres of Kimberley wilderness . Hike into Emma Gorge , soak in the thermal pools at Zebedee Springs and admire Lake Argyle before embarking on an Ord River cruise . Enter Purnululu National Park and hike into Echidna Chasm , Piccaninny Creek and striking Cathedral Gorge . Next stop is the unusual China Wall and then on to Fitzroy Crossing to cruise Geikie Gorge along the Fitzroy River .
Concluding in Broome , the tour includes 14 nights ' accommodation with two nights at each of APT ' s exclusive Wilderness Lodges : Bell Gorge , Mitchell Falls , Bungle Bungle , as well as two nights at the iconic Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa in Broome .
16 Day Top End and Kimberley Discovery
price guide : $$$$$
Operated by APT Kimberley Wilderness Adventures
Discover the best of Australia ' s Top End on this 16-day small group 4WD adventure . Marvel at ancient rock at Ubirr , cruise the East Alligator River with an indigenous guide and stay two nights in a restricted area of Kakadu National Park , inaccessible to most travellers .
Experience the luxury of Cicada Lodge and cruise Katherine Gorge before heading into the remote and ancient Kimberley . In World Heritage-listed Purnululu National Park , hike into Echidna Chasm , walk amongst the striped domes of the Bungle Bungle and test out the acoustics of Cathedral Gorge . Stay immersed in nature at Emma Gorge Resort , located on the 400,000 hectare El Questro Wilderness Park .
Take to the skies for a bird ' s-eye view of the four-tiered Mitchell Falls on a helicopter flight . Stay at Drysdale River Station , a working cattle station , then continue your journey along the Gibb River Road , a remote outback highway stretching almost 660 kilometres . Hike into Barnett River , Galvans and Bell Gorges , swim in waterholes , birdwatch and revel in the rugged landscape .
At Windjana Gorge , sheer cliffs embedded with marine fossils tower above white sands . Keep a look out for the freshwater crocodiles that laze on the shores of the Lennard River . Torch in hand , wade through Tunnel Creek to discover the stunning oasis beyond , before continuing to your hotel on the banks of the mighty Fitzroy River . Learn the history of Geikie Gorge as you cruise this ancient limestone barrier reef , then continue to Broome for a farewell dinner at Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa .
Travel is in a custom-designed 4WD vehicle with a maximum of 20 guests . Accommodation also includes six nights in APT ' s exclusive wilderness lodges offering tented cabins with private ensuites and decks .
price guide : $$$$$
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