2 Day Kimberley Gorges Escape

Broome Camping
Meals

 Orange Arrow Includes: Morning Tea, Afternoon Tea, Breakfast, 2 Lunches and Dinner.

 Orange Arrow Our healthy meals feature fresh ingredients, gourmet salads and local Kimberley flavours.



Alcohol

 Orange Arrow No alcohol is supplied with meals. Travellers are welcome to bring a personal supply from Broome if desired - preferably no glass bottles.

 Orange Arrow En route, alcohol can be purchased with meals only at Fitzroy Crossing.

 Orange Arrow Please note that alcohol restrictions are in place throughout the Kimberley.



Vehicles

 Orange Arrow This is a 4WD adventure and is operated with a comfortable 21 seat 4WD vehicle.

 Orange Arrow All vehicles have air conditioning, reclinable seats, PA systems and DVD players.



Passenger Numbers

 Orange Arrow Minimum of 6

 Orange Arrow Maximum of 20



Australia Broome Camping Tour 1
Tour Details
Prices in Australian Dollars
CodeKE-2DGE
Duration2 Days
Tour Price
Apr 2012 - Oct 2012		Adult: $525
Child: $425
Concession: $495
Frequency

Every Thursday (Apr-Oct)

StyleCamping
Transport4WD
SuitabilityOpen Age
Additions
Upgrades

Safari Cabin Twin Share: Extra $100.00 per person
Motel Upgrade Twin Share: Extra $150.00 per person
Sleeping Bag Hire: $25.00 each / payable direct

Start

Broome at 7.00am

End

Broome at approx. 6.30pm on day 2

“Discover the dramatic gorges, wildlife retreats and ancient cave passages of the rugged western Kimberley. With an overnight stay by the Fitzroy River - in motel rooms, safari cabins or tents - this trip offers a comfortable, adventurous way to experience the grandeur of Windjana and Geikie Gorges and explore Tunnel Creek.”

Itinerary

Day 1: Broome to Geikie Gorge

Australia Broome Camping Tour 2Departing Broome at 7:00am, we begin our journey into Kimberley gorge country. Passing boab trees, fascinating termite mounds and roaming cattle, enjoy the local knowledge and interesting stories our guide has to share. Following morning tea at Willare Roadhouse on the mighty Fitzroy River we continue east, pausing at a magnificent boab that is well over a thousand years old, to learn some of the secrets of this unusual tree.

On reaching the historic town of Fitzroy Crossing, we discover the ancient Napier Range, home to the famous Geikie Gorge. Nature carved this spectacular 30m deep gorge between the Geikie and Oscar Ranges during the Devonian geological period. The best way to experience the scenery and abundant wildlife of this natural wonder is to join the Geikie Gorge Ranger guided Cruise (included). Geikie Gorge floods during the wet season, with the swirling water leaving its bleached mark on the colourful gorge walls. Though the water retreats during the dry season, permanent water remain to sustain the wide variety of Kimberley wildlife.

Towards sunset, settle in for an evening under the Kimberley night sky - relax as your guide prepares a traditional campfire barbeque dinner before retiring.

Accommodation Options: Camping, Safari Cabin (with ensuite) or Motel Room.

Day 2: Windjana Gorge, Tunnel Creek to Broome

Australia Broome Camping Tour 3After breakfast it is a 4WD route to Tunnel Creek, a 750-metre cave system carved through the Napier Range, a Devonian reef system 350 million years old. Here, we explore secret caves and a variety of unusual wildlife. We also hear of the legend of Jandamarra, an Aboriginal freedom fighter who used the Tunnel as a hideout in the late 1800's. A refreshing swim in an idyllic waterhole is a highlight of the day.

Then it's off to Windjana Gorge for a delicious lunch and to search for freshwater crocodiles, local birdlife and indigenous bushtucker in the stunning natural beauty of this oasis of the outback.

Travelling back through Kimberley cattle country, we pause in Derby to see the infamous 'Boab Prison Tree.' This tree, believed to be over 1500 years old and measuring almost 15 metres in girth, is a relic of some cultural sensitivity due to its use as a prison for local Aboriginals during the era of Kimberley pioneers. Relax and enjoy a movie en route back to Broome, where we arrive at approximately 6:30pm.

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