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Kimberley Safari Northbound

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9 days (ex Broome)

Destinations visited: Australia, Northern Territory, Western Australia, World

Physical rating:
Culture shock rating:

Physical Ratings

The physical rating gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the trip. While generalisations are always tricky, a summary of our ratings follows:

Rating 1

These trips are a relaxing break. You don't have to worry about doing anything physically demanding unless you want to.

Rating 2

Some easy physical activities included in your trip. No physical preparation is required to make the most of the journey.

Rating 3

This trip will raise your heartbeat. Moderate physical activities are included and a good level of fitness is required.

Rating 4

Be prepared for some serious physical activity. The majority of activities included on this trip will be challenging. The fitter you are, the more you will enjoy your holiday.

Rating 5

Intrepid’s highest physical rating. Get ready for a heart-pumping adventure with plenty of challenges and some extreme conditions. You will be required to be seriously fit for this trip as difficult activities are included.

Culture Shock Ratings

The culture shock rating considers the level of development in the location, the area's infrastructure and how easy it is to access services. It also takes into consideration how different the food and customs are and whether English is widely spoken. While generalisations are always tricky, here’s a summary of the ratings:

Rating 1

This is the least confronting of Intrepid's product range. English is the native language and the food, customs and access to services will be familiar to you.

Rating 2

You will probably have experienced food like this in restaurants back home and English is commonly spoken. Services are available most of the time but there may be some cultural differences.

Rating 3

Expect some culture shock. You will be exposed to signs of poverty and access to services may be sporadic. The food will be quite different to home and English speakers harder to find. Respecting the local culture will make it easier to fit in and really experience the location.

Rating 4

The comforts of home are more of a rarity. English is not common and the food will be quite different to what you are used to. It is important to observe some of the local customs to not cause offence. Many of the locals' standard of living may be confronting.

Rating 5

You're really out there! You'll need to pay specific attention to health and hygiene. A large proportion of locals' living conditions are a world away from standards you are used to. You may have difficulty finding an English speaker and there is little or no access to services. Paying heed to local customs is essential.

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Description

Discover the intoxicating beauty of the Australian Outback. This tour from Broome to Darwin reveals the region's natural wonders in all its glory, from the soaring walls of Windjana Gorge and the 4x4 Kimberleys terrain, to lush Kununurra and the striped domes of the Bungle Bungle Ranges. Get lost in the magic of one of the most unrestrained landscapes on earth and be enchanted by the stories that are revealed amid the moody Outback.

Highlights

Delve into pearling history in magical Broome.
Traverse the rocky outcrops of the Kimberley Ranges.
Watch the sky flaming red in the Australian Outback.
Marvel at the surreal Bungle Bungles .
Experience the wild frontiers of El Questro.
Travel through rugged 4x4 terrain.
Admire the epic beauty of Lake Argyle.
Chat with laidback locals in Darwin.

Itinerary

Day 1 Broome/Windjana Gorge

Delve into the pearling history of Cable Beach, where dramatic cliffs meet pristine tropical waters. Witness a stunning amber sunset over the Indian Ocean, choose from a plethora of water based Broome activities or simply relax al fresco style at an outdoor cafe.

Days 2-3 Gibb River Road

Visit the infamous Boab Prison Tree and traverse the rugged Gibb River Road. Explore the region's oldest cave system, taking a dark and fascinating underground tour of Tunnel Creek. Travel into the wilderness of the Kimberelys to Windjana Gorge, where cliffs tower above white sands and freshwater crocodiles laze idly around in the sun.

Day 4 El Questro

Explore the unspoilt frontier country of El Questro Wilderness Reserve, which spans a million acres of jaw-dropping gorges and sprawling plateaus. Relax in the restorative thermal waters of Zebedee Springs and crack a cold beer at the Outback bar.

Days 5-6 Purnululu National Park (Bungle Bungle Ranges)

Take a 4x4 through Turkey Creek into the remote Bungle Bungle Ranges. Inspect unique black and orange striped domes, visit impressive Cathedral Gorge and Echidna Chasm. Why not splurge on a scenic flight to view this spectacular region from a different perspective?

Day 7 Kununurra

Say goodbye to the mesmerising Bungle Bungles and discover outback Australia's diversity in vibrant Kununurra.

Day 8 Victoria River

Cruise along the vast expanse of Lake Argyle - which holds 12 times more water than Sydney Harbour. Cross the border into the Northern Territory and enjoy a night of camping under the stars near Victoria River.

Day 9 Darwin

Journey to the magnificent Katherine Gorge and enjoy a reinvigorating swim beneath the cascading waters of Edith Falls. Arrive into Darwin, Australia's laidback northern gateway. A tropical mix of culture, character and natural beauty, Darwin is the perfect end to an awe-inspiring tour of Western Australia and the Top End.

Group Size

Maximum of 21 travellers per group

Accommodation

Camping (with facilities) (4 nts), Permanent tented camp (2 nts), Bush camp (no facilities) (2 nts)

Transport

All Terrain vehicle

Budget

Allow AUD $100 for meals not included.

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