9 Day Broome to Darwin Camping Safari

Day 1: Broome to Windjana Gorge

Departing Broome we stop briefly at Willare Bridge, where a rushing torrent of water flows in the mighty Fitzroy River (seasonal). From here we leave the bitumen behind as we head for the Oscar Range and on to Tunnel Creek, where a 750 metre tunnel passes under the Napier Range. The area has a rich bushranger history – ask your guide for the true story!

Meals: L, D

Day 2: Windjana Gorge to Mt Barnett

We explore Windjana Gorge (there's loads of freshwater crocodiles here!) before we hit the track again to travel along the famous Gibb River. Depending on the time of year, we may be able to explore Galvins or Adcock Gorge before setting up camp at Manning Gorge.

Meals: B, L, D

Day 3: Gibb River Road and Gorges

Today it's time for swimming and hiking in the Kimberleys! Explore the striking Manning Gorge and time permitting, we head into Barnett Gorge. Your experienced guide will use their local knowledge to determine the best gorges for you to explore. We're in for another night under the stars at our bush camp.

Meals: B, L, D

Day 4: Gibb River Road to El Questro Station

We pass through some ancient and spectacular country as we travel along the Gibb River Road. Crossing the Pentecost River, we reach the famous El Questro Station. We walk into the beautiful Cockburn Ranges for a swim under the waterfall at Emma Gorge before retiring for the night.

Meals: B, L, D

Day 5: El Questro to Bungle Bungles

We start the day visiting the bird watchers paradise of Marlgu Billabong, then sit back and admire the awesome scenery of the Carr Boyd and Durack Ranges as we head to Turkey Creek. We take a challenging 4WD trip into the Bungle Bungle (Purnululu) National Park for sunset over the Osmond Ranges and our overnight bush camp.

Meals: B, L, D

Day 6: Bungle Bungle National Park

The experience of a lifetime is available today with the optional* helicopter ride over, through, around and in between this unique 400 metre high Bungle-Bungle Range. We need all day here to explore this magical site known as "Purnululu" to the Aboriginal people. We will visit areas known as Cathedral and Picanniny Gorges and Echidna Chasm with its 150 metre sheer rock face.

Meals: B, L, D

Day 7: Bungle Bungles to Kununurra

This morning we engage 4WD to wind our way out of the Bungle-Bungles before heading to the capital of the North - Kununurra. This afternoon we explore Hidden Valley – just a stones throw from Kununurra township before saying farewell to our new found friends.

Meals: B, L, D

Day 8: Kununurra Region to Victoria River Region

This morning we drive out to Lake Argyle and the Ord River Dam. Time to take in the magnificent expanse of the largest man made lake in Australia. This afternoon we cross the border into the Northern Territory. Time permitting we may have a look in at the Keep River National Park before heading to our camp on the Victoria River.

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Day 9: Victoria River Region to Darwin

We're on the home run now! It's a short hop across to Katherine where we will stop at either Katherine (Nitmiluk) Gorge, or take one last refreshing swim at Edith Falls. We then make our final journey into Darwin.

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Note: Should the Gibb River Road and Bungle Bungle National Park close due to seasonal weather conditions other attractions will be substituted.

Fitness Advisory

The Broome to Darwin Safaris have a unique temperature, activity and operational considerations not experienced elsewhere in Australia. The Kimberley region is one of the most isolated, remote places in the world. It doesn't have the usual comforts and options of our other touring areas. We think this lack of convenience is the real reason to visit this area and is what makes it so special and memorable for a lifetime. This tour is suitable only of fit and active people.

Do you meet our criteria?

• I can hike 5-9kms a day over uneven terrain un-aided.
• I am prepared and able to walk in high temperatures and humidity - up to a and more that 30 degrees centigrade and 90% humidity.
• I can sleep in a swag/bedroll with sleeping bag on the ground.
• I'm happy to use bush camps with no toilet or shower facilities on several nights. On these nights a designated toilet area will be set up.
• I will adhere to the strict luggage limit of 15kgs per person.

If you have not answered yes to all these questions then you should reassess your commitment to the trip. Perhaps alternative travel options will be better for you ie. Accommodated, large bus coach travel.