Wild Kimberley

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9 days (ex Broome/Windjana Gorge)

Destinations visited: Australia, 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

Go wild in some of Australia's most remote and unspoilt territory, the mighty Kimberley. Embark on an adventure tour down the rough Gibb River Road, taking in hidden caves at Tunnel Creek, waterfalls, palm oases and rock pools. Discover the astounding Bell and Geikie gorges and natural amphitheatres teeming with Australian wildlife, and wander among the iconic Bungle Bungles. Get active on outback hikes, pamper yourself in Zebedee Hot Springs or exchange tall tales with locals over a cold beer - how you tackle the wild Kimberley tour is entirely up to you.

Highlights

Tour through hidden caves at Tunnel Creek.
Experience serenity at pristine Bell Gorge.
Hear about outback lore at a remote cattle station.
Bush-bash down the rugged Gibb River Road.
Soak in thermal pools at Zebedee Springs.
Visit the curious Bungle Bungle Ranges.
Swim in crystal-clear rock pools at Bell Gorge.
Cruise past silvery fish in mighty Geikie Gorge.
Enjoy a yarn with locals in an outback pub.
Watch crocs lying in the shadow of Windjana Gorge.

Itinerary

Day 1 Broome/Windjana Gorge

Visit the famous Boab Prison Tree then hit the bumpy Gibb River Road to reach towering rocks at Windjana Gorge. Home to freshwater crocodiles, birdlife and native flora, Windjana Gorge is an example of Mother Nature at her rugged best. Tour through Tunnel Creek's secret caves and relax in a cool waterhole.

Day 2 Mt Barnett Cattle Station

Bliss out among cascading waterfalls and fresh pools of clear water at Bell Gorge. Travel to Mt Barnett Cattle Station and enjoy an afternoon trek into Manning Falls. Revel in an explosion of cool water, Australian wildlife and scenic landscapes. Tonight, camp by a billabong and sleep in outback serenity.

Days 3-4 El Questro

Travel to the spectacular El Questro Cattle Station and marvel at the space and diversity of the land. Soaking in thermal pools at Zebedee Springs is the perfect way to recharge for a hike through Emma Gorge. There are also plenty of opportunities for adventure around El Questro including scenic flights and horse riding.

Day 5 Kununurra/Lake Argyle

Spend a few hours exploring Kununurra then camp on the shores of Lake Argyle - Australia's largest body of fresh water. Join an optional sunset boat tour to experience the lake's vast glory. For a glimpse of the past visit the historic Durack Homestead Museum. Alternatively, hike through one of the many bush trails in the area.

Days 6-7 Purnululu National Park (Bungle Bungle Ranges)

Discover a place so remote that outsiders only discovered it in the early 1980s - Purnululu National Park, home of the famous Bungle Bungle Ranges. Marvel at the extraordinary striped 'beehive' domes, explore Echidna Chasm and Cathedral Gorge. Sleep in another rustic Aussie outback camp.

Day 8 Fitzroy Crossing

Admire the remarkable China Wall quartz vein in the town of Halls Creek. After lunch, visit a remote Indigenous art gallery to view a collection of local artists' work. Spend the evening camping by the idyllic Fitzroy River.

Day 9 Geikie Gorge/Broome

A leisurely morning cruise to spot crocs through majestic Geikie Gorge caps off this Wild Kimberley tour. Carved by nature millions of years ago, Geikie Gorge is a great place to spot wildlife. Travel to Broome with a host of colourful memories.

Group Size

Maximum of 20 travellers per group

Accommodation

Camping (with basic facilities) (3 nts), Camping (with facilities) (2 nts), Permanent tented camp (1 nt)

Transport

All Terrain vehicle

Budget

Allow AUD $100 for meals not included.

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