4WD Darwin to Broome via the Bungle Bungles and Gibb River Road

Day 1
Darwin to Victoria River  (BC)
We begin our adventure travelling south down “The Track“ (Stuart Hwy) to Edith Falls where we break for a refreshing swim and some time to get to know each other.  Travelling further south we have a short stop at Katherine Gorge before heading west towards the Western Australian wilderness.  We set up camp beside the Victoria River for our first night together.   Overnight bush camp. (LD)

 

Up early this morning as we cross the border into Western Australia.  We visit the largest man made lake in Australia - Lake Argyle and explore the area before heading for the capital of the north – Kununurra and our overnight campsite.  (B,L,D)

 

Explore Kununurra, the town of the Ord River Scheme and the scenic Hidden Valley National Park.   Then sit back and admire the awesome views of the Carr Boyd and Durack Ranges as we head to Turkey Creek.   Next it's time to buckle up and hold on for the challenging 4WD trip into the Bungle Bungle (Purnululu) National Park for sunset over the Osmond Ranges and our camp. (B,L,D)

 

We spend the full day exploring the unusual rock formations of the Bungle Bungle Ranges, visiting the unique Frog Hole, the breathtaking Echidna Chasm, and the magnificent Cathedral Gorge.   There's also time for an optional scenic helicopter flight (at own expense ) over the Bungles.   We complete our day with another amazing sunset. (B,L,D)

Leaving the Bungle Bungle we take a short break at Turkey Creek before travelling onto Wyndham and the Five Rivers Lookout. Overnight camp at El Questro. (B,L,D).

 

We tackle the punishing Gibb River Road stopping to visit the famous El Questro Station, take a walk in the beautiful Cockburn Range and swim under the waterfall in Emma Gorge.  We cross the Pentecost River and travel through the spectacular ranges before heading to our overnight bush camp. (B,L,D)

Day 7
Gibb River Road & Gorges (C)

 

A day of swimming and hiking as we explore some of these striking gorges: Barnett, Manning, Galvins, or Adcock, depending on the time of year. Overnight bush camp.  (BLD)

 

We enjoy an early hike and swim at Bell or Leonard Gorge before experiencing the splendour of the King Leopold Range travelling to Windjana Gorge.  After lunch, we wade through the icy waters of the mysterious Tunnel Creek to explore the incredible limestone formations.  We camp overnight at Windjana Gorge National Park. (B,L,D)

 

We view the abundant wildlife of Windjana Gorge including freshwater crocodiles and explore the 350 million year old fossilised reef wall rising 90 metres above the riverbed.  Then we head for Derby, visiting the famous Boab Prison Tree before continuing on to Broome for sunset on beautiful Cable Beach. (B,L)

 

 

Please Note - This tour is only for fit and active people, who can hike 5-9kms a day over uneven terrain, often in high temperatures. Temperatures can be extreme i.e. very high during summer days and very cold during winter nights.  WesternXposure reserves the right to assess the fitness capability of passengers prior to tour departure. Tour is not suitable for children. Due to the remote nature of the Kimberley region we use bush camps with limited facilities on some nights. There is a STRICT LUGGAGE LIMIT of 15kgs per person, in a backpack or soft bag.

 

Itinerary may vary and/or attractions substituted due to seasonal conditions, Traditional Owner and National Park requirements, particularly in November and April when the Gibb River Road and Bungle Bungle NP may be closed.