4 day gibb river road, eL questro & Home valley (Kununurra-Kununurra)

Itinerary

Day 1: Kununurra to El Questro Wilderness Park Via Wyndham.
Join a cruise this morning from Kununurra up the Ord River to Lake Argyle, afterwards visit the Ord River Irrigation Scheme plantations and Ivanhoe Crossing. Leaving Kununurra travel toward the coast and visit the historic port town of Wyndham. From Five Rivers Lookout enjoy afternoon tea and breathtaking views of the port and the five rivers King, Pentecost, Durack, Forrest and Ord which all flow into Cambridge Gulf. Later set off along the infamous Kimberley stock route the Gibb River Road through the Cockburn Ranges to Voyages El Questro Wilderness Park. Marvel at the stunning scenery and rugged ranges that formed the dramatic backdrop for Baz Luhrmans epic movie Australia. Our accommodation at Emma Gorge is in deluxe tented cabins set in the tranquil surrounds of Emma Gorge. This afternoon enjoy a cold beer or a swim in the pool before dinner.
Accommodation: El Questro Wilderness Park, Emma Gorge (Deluxe tented cabin, ensuite). Lx1 Dx1

Day 2: El Questro to Home Valley Station
Enjoy an early morning walk (easy) to Zebedee Hot Springs, bring your bathers and soak in the thermal springs, surrounded by lush ferns and palms. We briefly rejoin the Gibb River Road passing through the Pentecost Ranges, arriving at Home Valley Station (cattle station/farm) for lunch and our overnight stay in the Grass Castles. Home Valley is ideally located at the foot of the spectacular Cockburn Range and is bordered by the mighty Pentecost and Durack Rivers. This afternoon is free to relax or explore the some 700,000 acres of natural wilderness found on Home Valley Station, including a swim at Bindoola Falls, discover New York Valley or canoe on Bindoola Creek. Otherwise you may like to join one of the stations activities including fishing, horse riding, twitchers tour or the star gazers experience after dinner (own expense, reservations are accepted while on tour). We finish the day with champagne and cheese as you watch the sun set over the Pentecost River and Cockburn Range. Tonight enjoy dinner and some Kimberley hospitality and live music in the legendary Dusty Bar and Grill.
Accommodation: Home Valley Station, Guesthouse with Ensuite. Bx1 Lx1 Dx1

Day 3: Home Valley Station Activities
This morning following a hearty station breakfast, wander down to the stables were we have arranged a very special and unique experience. Home Valleys resident horseman (JR) will provide an informative talk and demonstration on horse training and horsemanship. Following morning tea either enjoy the afternoon at leisure (laze by the pool or relax under a tree with a good book) or choose one of the optional Station activities including Barra Fishing, Bird Watching, Day Spa or Aboriginal Cultural Talk (own expense). Tonight enjoy dinner in the Dusty Bar and Grill.
Accommodation: Home Valley Station, Guesthouse with Ensuite. Bx1 Lx1 Dx1

Day 4: Home Valley Station to Kununurra
After breakfast you have the morning to relax and enjoy the tranquility that Home Valley has to offer before your road transfer back to Kununurra. Please note your road transfer time will be advised the day prior, if you have a special request please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate.  Bx1
 

Highlights & Inclusions:

• Ord River Cruise & Lake Argyle
• 3 nights accommodation
• Cockburn Ranges
• Emma Gorge and Droplet Falls
• Zebedee Hot Springs
• Entry fees and meals as indicated
• Five Rivers Lookout & historical Port of Wyndham