14 Day Kimberley Explorer: Broome to Broome

CODE = KE14: The Gibb River Road tour is the Kimberley's most comprehensive eco adventure. For people who wish to experience the atmosphere of unique Kimberley wilderness, you must join this once in a lifetime Australian outback camping tour.  Our experience Tour guides will introduce you to the incredible scenery, Aboriginal art and wildlife that makes the Kimberley one of the world's great wilderness areas.

Day 1: Broome - Windjana Gorge
Depart Broome at 7am and head to the Derby Prison Tree for a short visit.  We leave the bitumen behind us as we enter the Gibb River Road, almost instantly we can feel the remoteness.  A walk up Windjana Gorge this afternoon is sure to impress.  Camping overnight Windjana National Park. (L/D).

Day 2: Windjana - Bell
This morning we're off to Tunnel Creek have your bathers and torches ready!  This amazing tunnel cuts through the Napier Range and is rich in history as your Tour guide will explain.  Afternoon sees us off to Bells Gorge. Camping overnight Bells Gorge. (B/L/D).

Day 3: Bell - Manning Gorge
Leaving Bells Gorge this morning, we travel through the beautiful scenery of the Kimberley's highest mountain range, King Leopold Ranges, on our way to Galvan's Gorge.  This gorge will tempt you to don the bathers. For those feeling like a walk, a visit to Manning Gorge this afternoon is recommended.  Camping overnight Mt Barnett Station. (B/L/D).

Day 4: Manning River - King Edward River
Today we leave the Gibb River Road and travel to Kalumburu Road to Mitchell Plateau, visiting Drysdale River Station.  Our camp will be on the banks of the river.  An afternoon dip and a chance to explore the area before dinner is a must.  Camping overnight King Edward River.  (B/L/D).

Day 5: Mitchell Falls
Today we leave for the Mitchell Plateau with its masses of Mitchell Plateau palms before tackling the slow rough track leading to the Mitchell Falls.  We explore Mitchell and Merten Falls on foot and discover amazing Aboriginal rock art and some beautiful scenery.  Late afternoon we return to our bush camp for a night out under the stars.  Wildlife such as dingos, kangaroos and birds are plentiful. (We recommend walking into the Mitchell Falls then taking advantage of a scenic helicopter flight).  Camping overnight King Edward River. (B/L/D).

Day 6: King Edward River - Home Valley
This morning we visit Aboriginal paintings in the area before we depart from our river camp and the Mitchell Plateau and travel back towards Drysdale Station to rejoin the Kimberley Gibb River Road.  Tonight we camp at Home Valley Station.  (B/L/D).

Day 7: Home Valley - El Questro
Our Kimberley Gibb River Road journey takes us through the majestic Cockburn Ranges.  Have your cameras ready for the
spectacular scenery and panoramic views of the Cockburn Ranges, Cambridge Gulf and the twin rivers of the Durack and Pentecost.  A walk to stunning Emma Gorge on El Questro Station, with a rewarding swim in teh crystal clear waters is a must!  Camping over night El Questro. (B/L/D).

Day 8: El Questro
An exciting and relaxing day today.  The morning sees us soaking in teh thermal pools of Zebedee Springs, we then spend a free afternoon with the option available to spend a fun afternoon exploring Chamberlain Gorge in a dingy (small boats) to view the wildlife and Aboriginal art of the area.  Camping overnight El Questro Station. (B/L/D).

Day 9: El Questro - Kununurra
This morning we leave El Questro on our journey to Wyndham and marvel at the view from Five Rivers Lookout.  After lunch we travel on to Kununurra with a short stop to view the bird life of Parry Lagoon and set up camp on the edge of Lake Kununurra.  Camping overnight Kununurra. (B/L/D).

Day 10: Kununurra
A free day to enjoy the many attractions of Kununurra.  Some suggestions for your free day - visit the plantations in the area, take a boat cruise along the Ord River or on Lake Argyle, book a fishing trip on the lower Ord River, or take a flight to Argyle Diamond Mine.  These are only some of the optional tours available to you.  Camping overnight Kununurra. (B).
Day 11: Kununurra - Bungle Bungles
An early start this morning.  We head south for an interesting scenic drive through the mountain ranges to Turkey Creek before tackling the slow 60 kilometre drive into the Aboriginal Bungle Bungles.  Here we'll see unbelievable beehive formations and plunging gorges.  A visit this afternoon to Echidna Chasm with its sheer rock face.  We set up camp at one of the campsites in the Purnululu National Park and relax whilst enjoying the sunset on the Aboriginal Bungle Bungle Massif.  Camping overnight Bungle Bungle National Park. (B/L/D).

Day 12: Bungle Bungles
First thing on today's itinerary should be an unforgettable helicopter flight over the Aboriginal Bungle Bungles.  Whilst this is an optional extra, it is highly recommended.  We will then drive to the other side of the Bungle Bungles for an easy walk through spectacular gorges and the bee hives, including Cathedral Gorge.  Camping overnight Bungle Bungle National Park. (B/L/D).

Day 13: Bungle Bungles - Fitzroy Crossing
An early start back to the main road and on to the once thriving gold town of Halls Creek.  Then on to our overnight stop at Fitzroy Crossing.  Camping overnight Fitzroy Lodge.  (B/L/D).

Day 14: Fitzroy Crossing - Broome
Pack up camp for the last time and travel to Geike Gorge for a morning visit.  You will have an opportunity here for a boat cruise on the Fitzroy River and Geike Gorge.  We then make our way to Cable Beach Broome, where your Kimberley experience officially ends. (B/L).