Kimberley and The Top End
17 Days
Discover the dramatic landscapes of the Kimberley and the beautiful Kakadu National Park.
Enjoy an adventure that showcases the breathtaking landscapes and abundant wildlife of the Northern Territory at its best.
Itinerary, Pricing & Availability
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Day 1
Darwin
Arrive in Darwin and enjoy a Welcome Dinner with your fellow guests and Driver-Guide.
Stay: Hilton Darwin
Daily: Dinner
Day 2
Kakadu National Park, Ubirr Rock Art
Depart Darwin and travel across the sweeping wetlands of the Marrakai Plains to Kakadu National Park. Today visit the sacred site of Ubirr and explore its galleries
of ancient Indigenous rock art. The magnificent rock faces have been continuously painted and repainted since 40,0 BC, with most created approximately 2,000
years ago.
Stay: Two Nights, EXCLUSIVE! Hawk Dreaming Wilderness Lodge
Daily: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 3
Arnhem Land, Cannon Hill, Hawk Dreaming
With a local guide, cross the East Alligator River into spiritual Arnhem Land to experience the natural beauty of the region. Later, return to Kakadu and enjoy the art and billabongs of Cannon Hill and Hawk Dreaming.
Daily: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 4
Nourlangie Rock, Yellow Waters Cruise, Katherine
Travel to stunning Kakadu, the Northern Territory’s best known national park. At Nourlangie Rock, view Aboriginal rock art. Cruise the famous Yellow Water Billabong. Here, wildlife abounds and local a guide will give you great insights into how the Bininj people use the flora and fauna to support their way of life. Later travel to Katherine and enjoy canapes and drinks at the beautiful Cicada Lodge, before indulging in an exceptional gourmet three-course meal.
Stay: Katherine, Cicada Lodge
Daily: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 5
Katherine Gorge, Kununurra
Head to the beautiful Nitmiluk National Park, before boarding an unforgettable cruise through the spectacular Katherine Gorge. Discover the music, stories and ways of the local Jawoyn people as you learn about their spiritual culture. Afterwards, travel into Western Australia.
Stay: Two Nights, Kununurra Country Club Resort
Daily: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 6
Lake Argyle, Ord River Cruise
Travel to the majestic Lake Argyle, the largest man-made lake in the Southern Hemisphere. Join a spectacular wildlife cruise on the mighty Ord River. From a modern shaded vessel, discover a fascinating ecological system that has developed from the damming of the Ord River at two locations to create an area rich in wildlife, flora and undeniable beauty. This evening, enjoy dinner at your resort.
Daily: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 7
Purnululu National Park, Echidna Chasm
Travel to Purnululu National Park today, home to the beautiful World Heritage-listed Bungle Bungle Range, which was formed more than 360 million years ago. Then, hike to Echidna Chasm, a true highlight within the park.
Stay: Two Nights, EXCLUSIVE! Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodge
Daily: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 8
Cathedral Gorge, Piccaninny Creek
Hike to Piccaninny Creek and spectacular Cathedral Gorge. For a different perspective, you may also like to embark on a helicopter flight over the range – own expense. Watch as the sun sets over the striking Bungle Bungle Range.
Daily: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 9
Purnululu National Park, El Questro
Farewell the Bungle Bungle Range and travel to El Questro, a million-acre cattle station in the heart of the Kimberley. Stay two nights immersed in nature to explore this primordial se ting.
Stay: Two Nights, El Questro, Emma Gorge Resort
Daily: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 10
El Questro
Discover the amazing wonders of El Questro today. With a local El Questro ranger, embark on a cruise along Chamberlain Gorge, a fresh waterway fringed by tropical vegetation and rugged escarpments. After lunch, head to Zebedee Springs, a permanent natural thermal spring tucked away in a secluded pocket of rainforest. Return to Emma Gorge and enjoy dinner later this evening.
Daily: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 11
El Questro, Gibb River Road, Mitchell Plateau
Journey along the Gibb River Road to arrive at Mitchell Falls Wilderness Lodge. Enjoy the facilities of the lodge’s Ungolan Pavilion, where you can relax in the lounge.
Stay: Two Nights, EXCLUSIVE! Mitchell Falls Wilderness Lodge
Daily: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 12
Mitchell Falls, Helicopter Flight
Discover Mitchell Falls, a true highlight of your Kimberley adventure. Where possible, a local Indigenous guide will join you, providing a unique insight into the region. Begin with a hike to Little Mertens Falls to view rare Aboriginal art. Continue on to Big Mertens Falls before arriving at Mitchell Falls.
Daily: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 13
Mitchell Plateau, King Edward River, Ancient Rock Art
Re-join the Kalumburu Road and travel to Drysdale River Station.
Stay: Drysdale River Station
Daily: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 14
Manning Gorge, Galvans Gorge
Journey to the beautiful Manning Gorge today, where you can spot local birdlife as you enjoy lunch in the shade of a boab tree. Continue to Galvans Gorge, where a short walk leads to a picturesque waterhole.
Stay: Two Nights, EXCLUSIVE! Bell Gorge Wilderness Lodge
Daily: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 15
Bell Gorge, Hiking And Swimming
Back on the Gibb River Road, travel to Bell Gorge, where stunning cli fs surround a series of tiered waterholes. Si ting approximately 300 metres above sea level,
Bell Gorge is an idyllic natural spot for swimming and photography. Here you can also enjoy a spot of bird-watching. Should you be feeling particularly energetic,
you may take the opportunity to hike to the lower pool of the gorge and enjoy a relaxing dip below the cascading waterfall.
Daily: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 16
Windjana Gorge, Tunnel Creek, Broome
Journey to Windjana Gorge, where cliffs tower above white sands. Wade through Tunnel Creek to the stunning oasis beyond. Travel to Broome and arrive at the iconic Cable Beach Club Resort and Spa, where you can enjoy a drink before a Farewell Dinner at the resort’s Sunset Bar and Grill.
Stay: Broome, Cable Beach Club Resort and Spa
Daily: Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 17
Depart Broome
Be transferred to Broome Airport for your flight home.
Daily: Breakfast
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