Enjoy the ultimate Kimberley experience on this 8 day Broome to Kununurra adventure. Starting on the pristine white sand of Cable Beach, sit back and relax with a cocktail in hand as you watch to sunset over the Indian Ocean. Spend the next 7 days visiting Kimberley Icons including the Horizontal Falls, Bungle Bungle, Lake Argyle and Mitchell Falls, completing your journey in the vibrant town of Kununurra on the banks of the mighty Ord River. (also available in reverse)
2 nights accommodation at Oaks Cable Beach – One Bedroom Apartment
Horizontal Falls Half Day Tour
Flight from Broome to Kununurra with Nexus Airlines
1 night accommodation at Bungle Bungle Savannah Lodge – including Dinner & Breakfast package
Cathedral Gorge and Domes Guided Tour- including lunch
Echidna Chasm and Northern End Guided Tour – including lunch
4 nights accommodation at Freshwater Apartments – One Bedroom Apartment
Ord River Cruise
Mitchell Falls Full Day Tour – including lunch
Complimentary airport and tour transfers
Price per person, twin share
Minimum numbers apply for tours
Tours may be on alternate days subject to availability
Broome accommodation prices fluctuate during peak periods
Room upgrades and alternate accommodation providers are available – additional costs apply
Meals not included unless specified
Itinerary available May – August
Flights costs to Broome and departing Kununurra are not included
Additional days & experiences can be added to this itinerary – please ask
Itinerary Details
Day 1 - Arrive Broome
Arrive in Broome and check into your accommodation. Relax by the pool or explore Broome’s unique wonders including a sunset walk or camel ride along Cable Beach. Relax at Zanders or the The Sunset Bar & Grill with a cocktail in hand as you watch the sunset over the Indian Ocean.
Accommodation: Oaks Cable Beach – One Bedroom Apartment
Day 2 - Horizontal Falls
Experience the incredible Horizontal Falls and pristine beauty of the Kimberley with a half-day tour.
Enjoy low level flying over the amazing islands of the Buccaneer Archipelago and Cape Leveque before your seaplane lands safely in the calm waters of Talbot Bay. Your tour continues with an exciting cruise through the Horizontal Waterfalls, plus a relaxed island cruise followed by the shark show and swim in a marine viewing enclosure.
Round-trip scenic seaplane flight from Broome
An exciting cruise through the Horizontal Falls on a power boat
Cooked breakfast on board a floating dining pontoon
Cruise through the spectacular bays and untouched creek systems of Talbot Bay
Coach transfers to and from your accommodation.
You will be back to you Broome at approximately 12 Noon.
The afternoon is at leisure.
Accommodation: Oaks Cable Beach – One Bedroom Apartment
** Meals: breakfast and morning tea included
Day 3 - Broome to Kununurra
This morning wake up early and make your way to Broome Airport. Check in for your commercial flight to Kununurra with Nexus Airlines.
On arrival a representative from Freshwater Apartments will greet you at the Kununurra airport and transfer you to Freshwater East Kimberley Apartments where you leave your luggage and then spend the day exploring Kununurra township.
Accommodation: Freshwater Apartments – One Bedroom Apartment
Day Four - Purnululu National Park
Your day begins with a scenic flight from Kununurra to the Bellburn Airstrip in the Purnululu National Park – Home of the Bungle Bungle. Meet your guide for the 4WD walking tour into Cathedral Gorge & the Beehive Domes. Enjoy a picnic lunch in Cathedral Gorge as you marvel at the grandeur of the amphitheatre and amazing acoustics.
In the afternoon arrive at your accommodation. Check-in and relax by the pool for the afternoon or enjoy sunset drinks as you watch the sun goes down over the Western Wall. Dinner is prepared by the resident chef. Sit around the fire pit and chat to fellow travellers as you reminisce on the days exploring.
Accommodation: Bungle Bungle Savannah Lodge – Private Ensuite Cabin
** Morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea & dinner included
Day 5 - Bungle Bungle to Kununurra
Wake to the symphony of birds in their native surroundings and enjoy a cooked breakfast before starting the day. For a different view of the Bungle Bungle, today’s tour will take you through Echidna Chasm and the northern end of Purnululu National Park.
This tour begins with a 45-60 minute drive heading north along the Western Wall of the Bungle Bungle Range. On arrival 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 stairs, we advise that this tour be embarked upon by those with full mobility. The walking component of this tour is approximately 3 hours long. Whilst out and about, enjoy a tasty picnic lunch.
After your tour, board your plane and continue return via a scenic flight back to Kununurra. Fly over the Argyle Diamond Mine, Bow River, Lake Argyle and the Ord Irrigation Area. Touch down in Kununurra and be transferred to your accommodation.
Check-in and relax for the evening. You may like to book into The PumpHouse Restaurant located on the water of Lake Kununurra for dinner.
Accommodation: Freshwater Apartments – One Bedroom Apartment
Enjoy a morning at your leisure relaxing by the pool. You might prefer to take a walk through Celebrity Tree park or into town.
You will be collected from your accommodation at 11:30am and taken by coach through Durack country to Lake Argyle (70km). As you near Lake Argyle, we will take a short break at the historic Durack Homestead Museum. This museum was constructed as a replica of the original family homestead that was submerged when the Dam was originally built. This version uses the original homestead stone.
Re-boarding the coach, drive the short distance to Lake Argyle Resort before viewing the enormous Lake Argyle from a scenic look out. Crossing the Ord Top Dam wall guests will see the Ord Hydro Power Station before boarding their boat for a scenic 55km cruise back to Kununurra.
Marvel at the spectacular scenery, wildlife, flora and fauna found along the way, including the elusive freshwater crocodile! Enjoy afternoon tea at a private riverside camp before heading back to Kununurra. Take in a colourful East Kimberley sunset before docking back at the marina and re-boarding your coach for your accommodation drop off at around 6:00pm.
Accommodation: Freshwater East Kimberley Apartments – One Bedroom Apartment
** Meals: Afternoon tea included
Day 7 - Mitchell Falls
An early start with a complimentary pick up from at approximately 5:15am by Aviair. A light breakfast is offered on check-in at the terminal.
Your scenic flight will depart at 6:00am taking you over the Ord River Irrigation Area, Carlton Hill Station, Wyndham and the Cambridge Gulf before reaching the coast.
Along the way you will witness stunning views of beautifully patterned mud flats near Wyndham, as well as the magnificent King River, Berkeley River Gorge, King George Falls and Kalumburu. This flight touches down at the remote Mitchell Plateau Airstrip where you disembark and board HeliSpirits’ helicopter that will transfer you from the airstrip to the beginning of the walk to the Mitchell Falls.
Follow your tour guide on a challenging 4.5km hike to the stunning Mitchell Falls. Experience the different eco systems the plateau has to offer, view ancient aboriginal rock art and marvel at Little and Big Mertens falls. The hike can be challenging at points, with uneven tracks and river crossings, so there is an option to take a helicopter transfer straight from the airstrip to the falls at no additional cost. This must be booked in advance though.
Once arriving at the falls, you will have time to marvel at their beauty. Take a swim in the Mitchell River above the falls and enjoy a fresh picnic style lunch.
You will be transferred via helicopter from the top of the falls back to the airstrip, where you will board your return flight to Kununurra. On the flight home, you will pass over King Edward River, remote cattle stations and the Cockburn Ranges before touching town in Kununurra.
Accommodation: Freshwater Apartments – One Bedroom Apartment
** Meals: Light breakfast and a packed picnic lunch and snacks included
Day 8- Depart Kununurra
The morning is at your leisure.
Depending on your departure time you might like to walk into town to visit Kimberley Fine Diamonds or Artopia Gallery to take a souvenir of your holiday home or hire a car and visit the Warrangarri Art Centre, Sandalwood Factory and Cafe, Ord River Rum Hoochery and Ivanhoe crossing .
If you haven’t had enough of our amazing Kimberley natural beauty, take a walk around Mirima National Park, the mini Bungle Bungle in Kununurra.
If you are flying to Darwin in the afternoon, you could fill your morning with an adventurous 4WD Tour exploring and swimming in some of the waterfalls off the beaten track. Ask us for more information!
Complimentary airport transfers are included with Freshwater Apartments.
Pricing
$7,075 per adult -twin share
$1,478 single supplement
$25 Seniors Discount – with valid Australian Seniors Card
Child and family pricing available on request.
**Ask us about flights with Nexus Airlines to and from Darwin, Geraldton, Karratha or Port Hedland.
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