13 Day Safari: Kununurra to Kununurra

Highlights: Kununurra, Bungle Bungles, Geikie Gorge, Broome, Prison Tree, Tunnel Creek, Windjana Gorge, Bell Gorge, Galvan's Gorge, Drysdale Station, Home Valley Station, El Questro, Zebidee Springs, Emma Gorge, Kununurra.

Day 1
Today we depart Kununurra and head towards the Bungle Bungles.  Along the way we may cross the river at Ivanhoe Crossing or stop at the Warmun Art Centre to view art by the local indigenous artists.  The track into Purnululu National Park is Four Wheel Drive Only - a slow but scenic trip as we approach the wonder of the Bungle Bungles.  We set up camp and then do a bit of exploring before drinks at sunset - a day you'll never forget!

Day 2
Echidna Chasm, Frog Hole, Mini Palms Gorge, Picanniny Creek, Cathedral Gorge are our options today - we are in the midst of the Bungle Bungles and there is plenty to see and do.  You might also take the optional helicopter flight (additional cost) and experience the magic from the air.

Day 3
We negotiate our way back over the 4WD track to the main highway and head to Fitzroy Crossing.  This part of the East Kimberley is very scenic and opportunities to take photos present themselves at many places.  An optional river cruise (additional cost) is available to explore Geikie Gorge just out of Fitzroy Crossing.  Tonight we camp at 'The Lodge' after a swim in the hotel pool.

Day 4
The next leg of our journey takes us to beautiful tropical Broome.  Along the way we see the Fitzroy River, huge Boab trees and keep our eyes open for the local widlife.  We pause our journey on the shores of the Indian Ocean and then get dropped off at your accommodation.

Day 5
Explore Broome at your leisure, there are many things to see and do in Broome.  We suggest you visit the Broome Visitors Centre in town and find out about the many optional tours and activities that Broome has to offer.  You may just want to 'kick back' on Cable Beach and enjoy the tropical heat and sunshine!  All activities in Broome are optional and are not included in the tour price.

Day 6
Another free day in Broome to enjoy the tropical lifestyle.

Day 7
We depart Broome and head up Highway One, crossing the mighty Fitzroy River, before morning tea at Willare Bridge roadhouse.  We then continue on to see the Prison Boab tree at the start of the Gibb River Road.  We continue on to Windjana Gorge before our next night under canvas.

Day 8
We head out early and go and explore Tunnel Creek - a 750 metre cave walk through the ancient Devonian reef system.  We then continue along 'The Gibb', crossing the King Leopold Range heading into 'cattle-country'.  We take a walk into the spectacular Bell Gorge where we can have a refreshing swim before we head to Silent Grove bush campsite for the night.

Day 9
Imintji Store; Galvin's Gorge; Manning Gorge (Mt Barnett Campsite); Aboriginal Rock Art; Swimming;
Waterfalls; Camp next to the tranquil pools of the lower Manning.

Day 10
We continue East along the Gibb River Road until we veer North up the Kalumburu Road.  On our journey today we cross the Gibb River and stop in at Drysdale Cattle Station.  You have the opportunity here to do an optional scenic flight (additional cost) that takes you over the Kimberley Coastline and the Mitchell Falls.  A few quiet drinks at Annie's bar and another night in this beautiful part of the world.

Day 11
Today we make our way to Home Valley Station and do some "croc-spotting" on the banks of the Pentecost River.  Home Valley Station has just had a major refurbishment and is an "oasis" in the middle of this harsh environment.

Day 12
We continue the adventure as we make our way back down to the Gibb River Road and into the famous El Questro Station.  We cross the Pentecost River and explore the gorges.  A relaxing evening under the stars completes another day of this "Adventure of a Lifetime".

Day 13
After breakfast, we head into the hot Zebedee Springs for a relaxing 'spa' - relax and enjoy the scene that nature created.  We then explore the El Questro Gorge or Emma Gorge, swim in the crystal clear water of the rock-pools or head to the waterfall for an exhilarating, refreshing swim.  We finally leave the Gibb River Road and arrive in Kununurra before evening.