There is nothing quite like experiencing the East Kimberley in waterfall season. The replenishing tropical rain brings the region back to life, turning the dry landscape into a lush verdant landscape with plenty of cascading waterfalls and gorges to explore. This wet season adventure takes you on a journey to explore the natural beauty of the East Kimberley by air, land and water.
Experience the magic of the East Kimberley during waterfall season
Witness the spectacular Bungle Bungle Range from above
Cruise and Swim in the vast expanse of Lake Argyle
Enjoy a helicopter adventure to a waterfall unreachable by any other means
Explore the Ord River by boat including a visit to a secret waterhole
4 Nights accommodation at Freshwater Apartments – One Bedroom Apartment
Two hour scenic fixed wing flight with Aviair
Sunset cruise with Lake Argyle Cruises
Waterfall helicopter adventure
Ord River Cruise and waterfall swim with Silent Tours
Complimentary airport and tour transfers
Price per person, twin share
Minimum numbers apply for tours
Tours may be on alternate days subject to availability
Meals not included unless specified
Price excludes domestic flights to/from Kununurra
Additional days & experiences can be added to this itinerary – please ask
Wet season weather can be unpredictable so tour times may be subject to change based on weather conditions
Itinerary Details
Day 1 - Arrive Kununurra
Arrive into Kununurra late afternoon. A representative from Freshwater Apartments will pick you up from the airport and transfer you to your accommodation.
Day 2 - Bungle Bungle Scenic Flight + Lake Argyle Sunset Cruise
This morning you are collected nice and early for your two-hour scenic flight over the Bungle Bungle Range, Lake Argyle, the Argyle Diamond Mine and the Ord River Irrigation Area. You will also fly over the stunning Carr Boyd Ranges, Osmand Ranges, the Ord River and Bow River.
On returning to Kununurra you will be dropped back to your accommodation.
At 12.45pm you will be collected by coach for your transfer to Lake Argyle to board your Sunset Cruise. On the cruise see rock wallabies, crocodiles, wallaroos (euros) and birdlife, plus a catfish feeding frenzy and the amazing spitting archer fish. Take in the untamed landscape of the magnificent Carr Boyd Ranges along the inaccessible North Western shoreline as you cruise through some of Lake Argyle’s 90 islands and inlets. Sit back with a complimentary drink while you watch the Kimberley sun go down on yet another perfect day in paradise.
Tea, coffee and water is provided on the boat as well as sunset drink and nibblies. Take your swimwear and towel to enjoy an afternoon swim.
Your coach will return you to Freshwater Apartments at approximately 7.30pm.
Lake Argyle Sunset Cruise with Lake Argyle Cruises – 12:45pm – 7:30pm
Day 3 - Waterfall Helicopter Adventure
This morning take chasing waterfalls to the next level with this exciting heli-adventure. Enjoy stunning views of Kununurra, the Ord River and surrounding farmland and ranges in the region. The flight path followed on the day of your flight will vary depending on which waterfalls are at their best.
Your afternoon is free to do as you please.
Day 4 - Ord River Cruise with Silent Tours
Cruise with Silent Tours on this immersive experience on the Upper Ord River.
Leaving early in the morning for wonderful reflections and bird-watching, take in your serene surroundings as you drift along the water. Weather and track access permitting, walk into swimming holes and waterfalls along the riverbank which only the locals have seen. With no more than four passengers, this small group tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the stunning waterway at your own pace and with no distractions.
Meals: Light morning tea
A land based waterfall adventure may be substituted for the river cruise.
Day 5 - Depart Kununurra
Your amazing Wet Season visit to Kununurra has come to an end. Freshwater Apartments will transfer you to the airport for your flight.
If you have a late flight, Freshwater Apartments are happy to store your luggage while you explore the town, maybe a visit to Kimberley Fine Diamonds to purchase a rare pink diamond as a souvenir of your trip to the East Kimberley.
Pricing
Itinerary package price:
$2,325 per adult -twin share
$718 single supplement ** day tours require a minimum of 2 people to be confirmed
$25 Seniors Discount – with valid Australian Seniors Card
Child & Family pricing available on request.
Ask about flights to Kununurra with Nexus Airlines departing from Darwin or Broome.
Wet season is generally at its peak from January to the beginning April each year. Outside of these months, the waterfalls may not be quite as spectacular but there’s always so much to see and do.
This itinerary can be tailored to suit. Please contact us for further information.
Contact us now to personalise your itinerary and get your Kimberley adventure started!
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It's a local secret that the wet season is the best time to experience the East Kimberley. The landscape comes alive after tropical rains wash away the last of the dry and plunging waterfalls spring up out of nowhere.
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