8 Night Bungle Bungle, El Questro and Lake Argyle

Arrive in Kununurra and check into your accommodation at Freshwater East Kimberley Apartments.

As Kununurra’s newest executive-style, self-contained accommodation, Freshwater East Kimberley Apartments provides the ideal relaxing environment for your  holiday adventure. We have a selection of fully self-contained 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments with modern fittings and fixtures.

Overnight: Freshwater East Kimberley Apartments – One Bedroom Apartment

Today your adventure begins with a scenic flight departing Kununurra, passing over the Lake Argyle, Ord River Irrigation Area, Carr Boyd and Osmand Ranges, Ord and Bow Rivers and Bungle Bungle Range. Your plane will land at the remote and unsealed Bellburn Airstrip in Purnululu National Park, where you will be met by your guide from Bungle Bungle Guided Tours. From here, you will be driven in an air-conditioned 4WD vehicle to the beginning of your walk. Your guide will lead you on a moderate 3km walk throughout the famous eroded towers and beehive-shaped domes on the Domes Walk. Head towards Cathedral Gorge, where you can walk alongside towering cliffs which create phenomenal natural acoustics within the Gorge. Refuel with a tasty picnic lunch after a morning of exploring. You will then head out along the rocky creek bed of Piccaninny Creek, which only flows during periods of high rainfall.

After a day of exploring, relax in your cabin, or else by the pool at Bungle Bungle Savannah Lodge, and take in a beautiful East Kimberley sunset. Dinner is served at the Lodge at approx. 6:30pm, and can be eaten either inside the lodge dining room, or under the stars in our alfresco dining area.

Overnight: Bungle Bungle Savannah Lodge – Private Ensuite Cabin

**Dinner, lunch and breakfast included**

This morning enjoy a delicious breakfast before embarking on your Northern Tour of Purnululu National Park. For a different view of the Bungle Bungle, this tour will take you through Echidna Chasm and the northern end of Purnululu National Park. This tour begins with a 45-60 minute drive along the western side of the Bungle Bungle Range. Follow your local guide along a rocky path nestled between cliffs into Echidna Chasm. At points, this path can narrow to a width of less than 1.5 metres. On either side of you, towering walls of orange stone scattered with Livistona palm trees will reach skywards, seeming as though they are lit from within. As this walk requires a significant amount of climbing over boulders and navigating ladders, we advise this tour is suitable only for those with full mobility. This tour also presents the opportunity to visit nearby walking trails at the northern end of the Park. You will enjoy a tasty picnic lunch whilst enjoying the spectacular scenery of Purnululu National Park.

In the afternoon, return to Bungle Bungle Savannah Lodge to relax after a day of amazing adventures.

Overnight: Bungle Bungle Savannah Lodge – Private ensuite cabin

**Breakfast, lunch and dinner included**

After Breakfast, depart Purnululu National Park on your Aviair Scenic Flight, enjoy aerial views of the Bungle Bungle Range, with a birds eye view of Piccaninny Gorge, Y Gorge and Red Rock Gorge. Orbit over the Argyle Diamond Mine where the famous pink diamonds are mined before arriving in Kununurra.

Travel to Emma Gorge located on El Questro Station. This 1 hour drive will have you at Emma Gorge by lunchtime, check into your Safari style tented cabin, enjoy a relax by the pool or walk into the beautiful Emma Gorge itself.

Overnight: Emma Gorge Resort – Safari-style tented cabin

Enjoy a day at your leisure at Emma Gorge, daily tours collect guests from Emma Gorge daily. If self-guiding adventures are your thing – simply collect a map from reception, or have a chat with a Ranger who can assist you with your personal adventure. With 700,000 acres to explore, we understand that “where to start” may be difficult – as such we have designed the must do experiences and some itineraries for you to enjoy or inspire you further in creating your own

Overnight: Emma Gorge – Safari Style tented cabin

** Tours and activities at your own cost**

Depart Emma Gorge and make your way to Lake Argyle. There are a few different options available if you are not self-driving. Helicopter flight direct to Lake Argyle or you can utilise the road transfers from Emma Gorge to Kununurra and then onto Lake Argyle (at additional cost)

Check into you cabin and enjoy lunch at Lake Argyle Resort before joining the Kimberley Durack Sunset Explorer tour in the early afternoon.

Experience the true diversity of the ever changing landscape of Australia’s largest body of fresh water on this 3.5 hour afternoon exploration of Lake Argyle. Departing from the Lake Argyle Resort at 2.15pm, your adventure begins with a close up view of the main dam wall, intake structure and quarry blast site. From there, cruising through ‘the Heads’ leads us to the expanse of Pintpot Bay and beyond.

Whilst providing informative commentary, the Skipper guides the specially designed vessel amongst numerous inlets and bays in search of local wildlife including Freshwater Crocodiles and their many nesting sites. The cruise continues out to Hagen island – the largest of more than 70 islands on Lake Argyle. Hagan Island is over 7 km long and is easily recognised by the landmark ‘Mount Misery’ towering over the now submerged site of the original Argyle Downs Homestead after which Lake Argyle is named. Heading west into the sunset this ancient land will mesmerize. We then stop for a refreshing swim in the tranquil waters of the ‘Bay of Islands’. As the sun sets we serve a cheese platter, dips and crackers with complimentary beer, wine and soft drink. The coach returns you to Lake Argyle Resort at dusk.

Overnight: Lake Argyle Resort – Standard Kimberley Cabin

Enjoy a day at leisure around the resort, swim in the world famous Infinity pool overlooking the expanse of Lake Argyle.

Late afternoon, embark on an experience like no other, Gourmet Camp Oven Dinner with Lake Argyle Adventures. Enjoy a sunset drink with a view like no other before enjoying your gourmet camp oven dinner under the stars. An experience not to be missed!

Overnight: Lake Argyle Resort – Standard Kimberley Cabin

Before returning to Kununurra, join the “Beyond Argyle” Tour with Lake Argyle Adventures.

Beyond Argyle explores the unique world surrounding our beautiful lake. If you have a passion for learning, this is the tour for you. As seen on the BBC’s ‘Lives in the Wild’, we have exclusive access to Roy’s Retreat. Now the Kimberley’s only soft-release wildlife reserve, this haven also keeps the legacy of the late Roy Walker, Argyle Station’s last real stockman, alive.

Marvel at the majestic amphitheatre that is now Roy’s resting place and feel the history as you witness true outback living. From cooking in the sun oven to timeless bush poetry once written on Argyle Station, this experience is sure to leave a lasting memory! Take a walk around Roy’s artifact-packed Stockman’s Museum, including never-before-seen relics from the Durack’s Argyle Station.

Additionally you will discover Aboriginal art, sample bush tucker and explore the Kimberley region’s fascinating flora and fauna. Your scrumptious home made morning tea boasts the flavours of the Kimberley. Enjoy Kununurra lime cheesecakes, wild passionfruit muffins, and Ord River Valley fruit. Coffee, tea and juice are also served.

Return to Kununurra  and check into your accommodation.

Overnight: Freshwater East Kimberley Apartments – One Bedroom Apartment

Today, depart Kununurra with memories that will last a lifetime, Kimberley bucket list – DONE!

If you have the morning to spare, have a look around Kununurra township at the many Art galleries, Diamond Shops and enjoy a coffee and cake at one of the cafes. For the more active, enjoy a morning walk through Mirima Nataional Park or climb Kelly’s knob for an amazing view of the beautiful valley we call home.