Kimberley Region by Land & Sea

There are many places on the map that are described as remote. Or timeless. Or “off the beaten track”. Or an “adventure of a lifetime”. But while many times you might come across the road more travelled, Australia’s Kimberley really is the whole package. Three times the size of England, bigger than Japan, this vast area at the very north of the Western Territory has been topping buckets lists for years. If you want remote and remarkable, then the Kimberley is the answer. It is a region of breathtaking natural scenery, rich brooding landscapes and plentiful iconic wildlife, this is a taste of Australia at its most untamed. Explore the narrow rock passages winding through the Bungle Bungles, spot crocodiles sunning on the banks of Windjana Gorge and discover the gorgeous swimming holes of El Questro and Katherine. 

Your fly, tour and cruise package includes:

• $600 flight credit per person
• 10 night Kimberley cruise onboard Silver Explorer, Darwin to Broome
• Includes gourmet restaurant dining, beverages in-suite and throughout the ship
• Butler service, unlimited free wifi onboard entertainment
• Port charges & prepaid gratuities onboard your cruise
• 2 nights accommodation in Broome
• 10 day Broome to Darwin Overland Adventure by Intrepid
• 9 nights accommodation camping
• 9 breakfasts, 10 lunches, 9 dinners
• Transport by 4WD and services of an Expert Travel Director
• Select Private transfers in Darwin and Broome

Broome to Darwin Overland Adventure included activities:

• Tunnel Creek National Park - Exploration Walk
• Windjana Gorge - Gorge Exploration
• Bell Gorge - Gorge Exploration
• Galvans Gorge - Exploring Galvans Gorge
• Manning Gorge - Gorge Exploration & Waterfalls Visit
• Gibb River Road - 4WD Experience on the Gibb River Road
• El Questro - El Questro Wilderness Park
• El Questro - Emma Gorge or El Questro Gorge
• El Questro - Zebedee Hot Springs
• Bungle Bungles - Cathedral Gorge Walk
• Bungle Bungles - Echidna Chasm Walk
• Lake Argyle - Camping at Lake Argyle
• Katherine - Katherine Gorge

***Rate based on twin share for travel 10 to 31 July 2023***

***Alternative dates available, a surcharge may apply***

Kimberley Cruise

Broome to Darwin Overland Adventure

Day 1: Broome > Tunnel Creek
Welcome to Broome, an easy going tourist town with a pretty striking strip of coastline. We set off into the West Australian wilds pretty early today, so consider arriving a day or two early if you fancy getting to know Broome better. After a bit of highway driving we reach the Fitzroy River, then it’s all off-road to the Napier Range. The main attraction here is a guided walk through Tunnel Creek, a vast cave system that extends 750 metres underground.

Day 2: Windjana Gorge >  Bell Gorge > Mt Barnett
Today head to Windjana Gorge, once an underwater reef just 350 million years ago. During the wet season a river flows all the way through it, but during the dry it’s really more a series of ponds and billabongs. Set out on a bit of an explore, hopefully spotting a freshwater crocodile or two. The western Kimberley region is full of endless stunning gorges that have to be explored and this afternoon is no exception. Bell Gorge is home to a stunning cascade of water flowing from the previous wet season rains that fall in the King Leoplold Ranges. We enjoy an afternoon swim in the large plunge pool before making our way to camp along the Gibb River Road near Mt Barnett.

Day 3: Manning Gorge > Mt Barnett
We spend the morning exploring Manning gorge and enjoy a swim in the pools under Manning Falls. After stretching your legs on the hike in you will be rewarded with a swim in a large rock pool at the base of Manning Falls. Spend the afternoon exploring Galvans gorge before heading back to camp near Mt Barnett to relax around the campfire.

Day 4: Gibb River Road > El Questro Station
Fording rivers and weaving through gorges, travel by 4WD along the wild and famous Gibb River Road – a 600-kilometre stretch of corrugated gravel road that winds right through the heart of the Kimberley. Pass through remote and extraordinary country as you travel through this historic part of Australia. Cross the Pentecost River to reach the famous El Questro Station, where you’ll spend the night camping under the stars.

Day 5: El Questro Station
Wake up with the knowledge of not having to pack up camp before spending the day exploring the amazing sights of El Questro Station. Enjoy a relaxing swim at Zebedee Springs before tackling the hike into either Emma Gore or El Questro Gorge where you will be rewarded with a stunning waterfall and a swim. Tonight enjoy another night at the El Questro campsite, where you might choose to enjoy a well-earned drink at the station bar with your travel mates.

Day 6: Purnululu National Park
Say goodbye to El Questro and hello Bungle Bungles. Today we drive through the rugged landscape of Carr Boyd and the Durack Ranges into Purnululu National Park. This park is home-ground of the Bungle Bungles, a UNESCO World Heritage Site dominated by massive sandstone karsts that rear hundreds of metres above the surrounding grasslands. We arrive at our bush camp in time to sit back and watch the sun set over the Osmond Ranges. If you’ve had enough of tent camping by now, you might want to spend tonight sleeping out beneath the stars snuggled up in a swag.

Day 7: Bungle Bungles > Purnululu National Park
After breakfast prepare for a full day of activities. Explore the remarkable rock formations of the Bungle Bungle Range. Hike to the constricted, red gap of Echidna Chasm and the immense Cathedral Gorge. As the sun goes down, head back to your overnight bush camp.

Day 8: Kununurra > Lake Argyle
This morning you will once again experience some serious 4WD action as you wind your way out of the Bungle Bungles. Take some time to have a look around the picturesque town of Kununarra. In the late afternoon, travel down beside the Ord River to make camp at Lake Argyle. You have the choice of relaxing in the famous infinity pool overlooking the magnificent Lake Argyle or appreciating it from the water by choosing to do a cruise (own expense). This vast body of water has been forged by the Ord River Dam. The biggest manmade lake in Australia, Lake Argyle is 18 times the size of Sydney Harbour!

Day 9: Lake Argyle > Katherine
Not long after breakfast say goodbye to WA as from here we cross the state border into the Northern Territory. The day is spent enjoying the last views of the Boabs you have fallen in love with as we make our way towards our last camp for the night just outside of Nitmiluk National Park in the Katherine Region.

Day 10: Katherine Gorge > Darwin
On the final day of the trip, stop at either the secluded gorge of Nitmiluk (Katherine Gorge) or take one last plunge for the trip into the cool waters of Edith Falls. In the afternoon, make your way to Darwin, where your adventure comes to an end.

Prices listed are per person in Australian/New Zealand Dollars, based on twin occupancy, including all discounts unless otherwise stated. The offer is subject to availability at time of booking and shown on the lowest Inside category available at the time.  Fares are capacity controlled and are subject to change at any time without notice. Prices/Offers are correct as at 26 July 2022 and can be withdrawn without notice. Cabin categories include prepaid government fees and port taxes unless otherwise stated. Hotels may charge resort fees not included in this package, payable direct upon check in. Hotel location and inclusions may vary depending on availability and alternative dates of travel. Visas are not included. Air credit can be used on any airline of your choice subject to schedules and availability. Payments made by credit card will incur a surcharge. Transport post tour to airport must be arranged by the guest at their own expense.