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KIMBERLEY
TOURING / Western Australia
Kimberley Cat Day Cruise
Operated by Kimberley Outback Tours
Lake Argyle is Australia ' s largest artificial lake by volume , with a surface area of about 1,000 square kilometres . The lake is home to around 26 species of native fish and a population of freshwater crocodiles estimated at some 25,000 .
Pick-up from your accommodation in Kununurra for a transfer to Lake Argyle , where you board Kimberley Cat in time for lunch . Relax , swim , and cruise the Eastern Strait on board this 50-foot luxury Cat . Return at around 6.30pm after an amazing Kimberley sunset . BYO drinks .
HeliSpirit
price guide : $
Operated by HeliSpirit , the Spirit of Australia ' s North
Australia ’ s Kimberley region is like no other place on earth ; she is rugged , romantic , breathtakingly beautiful and hides her secrets well until you take to the air .
HeliSpirit will show you close-up views of remote hidden places that are inaccessible by any other means than helicopter . Secret spots can be found at Lake Argyle , Kununurra , Purnululu ( Bungle Bungle ), Mitchell Falls , the Kimberley Coast and Katherine Gorge . Some flights include landings to view the sun setting over the vast red cliffs of the Ord River , to fish in a wild river , or swim in secret springs .
New in 2016 are the luxury helicopter safaris of five to ten days ' duration , exploring waterfalls , galleries of rock art , fishing , birding and walking . Stay in accommodation at exotic locations such as El Questro Homestead , Berkeley River Lodge and Cygnet Bay . Come and regain your spirit with us in the Kimberley .
Bungle Bungle flight and guided tour price guide : $$$$
Operated by Aviair
Fly over some of the Kimberley ’ s landmark attractions such as Lake Argyle , Argyle Diamond Mine , Bungle Bungle and Ord Irrigation Area , then join an early morning walk amongst the famous eroded towers and black-and-orange-banded beehive structures of the southern Bungle Bungle Range . This tour takes you into Cathedral Gorge and Piccaninny Creek . Your local guide will take you back to a time where the aboriginal people lived here for some 40,000 years , with stories passed on from generation to generation . Learn about local bush-tucker , aboriginal customs and living practices . Immerse yourself in the spirit of this ancient place .
Afterwards take to the skies by helicopter for a thrilling close-up view of more hidden spectacular features of Purnululu . Includes morning tea picnic , lunch and cold water throughout . Duration : approx . 7 to 8 hours ; 2 hour plane flight and 30 minute helicopter flight . Departure time : 6am , return approximately 1pm .
10 Night Kimberley Expedition Cruises price guide : $$$$
Operated by Coral Expeditions
Discover Western Australia ’ s outback Kimberley Coast , one of the world ’ s most remote and spectacular wilderness areas , aboard the award-winning Coral Princess or state-of-the-art flagship Oceanic Discoverer .
Coral Expeditions ’ 11-day Kimberley expedition cruises depart between April and October each year to explore the ancient coastline between Darwin and Broome . Discover the region ’ s striking natural beauty , including the world ’ s oldest aboriginal rock art sites , rarely-seen native wildlife , towering waterfalls and natural phenomena such as Horizontal Falls and Montgomery Reef . Both purpose-built small ships travel with a fleet of Zodiacs and the unique Xplorer excursion vessel , allowing unrivalled access to even the most remote locations . Expert guides and naturalists will acquaint you with the region ’ s native marine , birdlife and wildlife , providing insights that only genuine local knowledge can deliver .
price guide : $$$$$
ANDERSON VACATIONS From prices for accommodation are ‘ per room ’ and sightseeing are ‘ per person ’.