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ITINERARY:
BC Bush Camp
C Campground
CP Caravan Park
H Hostel - Shared Facility
BLD Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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)
Day 2 -
Victoria River to Kununurra (CP)
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.
(BLD)
Day 3 -
Kununurra to the Bungle Bungles (C)
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.
(BLD)
Day 4 -
Bungle Bungle NP (C)
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. (BLD)
Day 5 -
Bungle Bungle NP to Parry Farm (C)
Leaving the Bungle Bungle NP we take a short break at Turkey
Creek before travelling onto Wyndham and the Five Rivers Lookout.
Overnight camp at Diggers Rest Cattle Station or Parry Farm.
(BLD).
Day 6 -
Gibb River Road & Gorges (C)
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. (BLD)
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)
Day 8 -
King Leopold Range - Windjana Gorge (C)
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.
(BLD)
Day 9 -
Windjana Gorge to Broome (H)
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. *Three nights multi-share accommodation is included.
Passengers may prefer to upgrade to ensuite twin/double/single
(at extra cost). (BL)
Day 10 &
11 - Broome (H)
Two days of leisure in this historic northern pearling town.
There is plenty to see and do in Broome, time to just relax
or laze on the beach in idyllic weather conditions on the
famous Cable Beach or view some of the old Pearling Luggers.
We start our time here with a town tour to show you the sights.
(B)
Day 12 -
Broome to Indee Station (BC)
Departing Broome we cross the Great Sandy Desert, calling
in at the coastal oasis of Eighty Mile Beach where we may
have time for a quick swim in the turquoise water and a chance
to collect some unique seashells. We travel further south
through Port Hedland checking out the enormous piles of iron
ore and salt, before setting up camp at a remote sheep and
cattle property, Indee Station. Tonight, sample some traditional
Aussie damper baked in the hot coals of our campfire. (BLD)
Day 13 -
Indee Station to Karijini NP (C)
This morning we make our way to the remote but spectacular
Karijini National Park where we spend the next three days
exploring the ancient gorges and swimming in emerald coloured
rock pools. We begin our Karijini experience with a visit
to the Karijini Cultural Centre before heading for Fortesque
Falls where you will be rewarded with a refreshing swim. Overnight
camp in Karijini. (BLD)
Days 14
& 15 - Karijini NP (C)
The next two days are spent exploring, swimming and relaxing
in the magnificent Karijini gorges. One of the oldest landscapes
on earth - the region will amaze you. We will explore a number
of gorges including Weano Gorge, Handrail Pool, Oxers Lookout,
Hancock Gorge and Hamersley Gorge amongst others. Overnight
camp in Karijini. (BLD)
Day 16 -
Karijini NP to Exmouth (H)
Leaving Karijini, we call in at the unique mining town
of Tom Price before travelling through the vast bush land
and station country of the Pilbara region on our way to Exmouth
and our accommodation. (BLD)
Day 17 -
Exmouth (H)
This morning we explore the Cape Range National Park. Take
a dip or relax on the beach at picturesque Turquoise Bay and
hike around the vertical red rock walls of the gorge for stunning
views at Yardie Creek. (BLD)
Day 18 -
Exmouth to Coral Bay (H)
Spend the entire day snorkelling the famous Ningaloo Reef
accessible from Coral Bay's white sandy beach. Alternatively,
you can choose one of the many optional activities including
quad biking, coral viewing cruises and scuba diving (at own
expense). (BLD)
Day 19
- Coral Bay to Monkey Mia (H)
Heading south we cross the Tropic of Capricorn and pass through
the banana growing town of Carnarvon. We call in at unique
Shell Beach before continuing on to Monkey Mia - famous for
the wild dolphins that visit the beach daily. (BLD)
Day 20 -
Monkey Mia to Kalbarri (H)
Time this morning to visit with the dolphins before exploring
some of the Shark Bay World Heritage area. We stop to view
the stromatolites - the oldest living organisms in the world
- before heading south for Kalbarri. Time permitting we will
be able to view the Murchison Gorge and Natures Window this
afternoon before arriving in this seaside resort town. (BLD)
Day 21 -
Kalbarri NP to Perth
Departing via the coastal gorges of the Kalbarri National
Park, we head to the picturesque seaside town of Dongara before
travelling south through the fascinating landscape of the
Nambung National Park and checking out the famous Pinnacles.
Then we make our way to Perth arriving in the early evening.
(BL)
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