The Ultimate Luxury Kimberley Tour
Posted on 29 April, 2016 in
Outback Luxury - do the Kimberley in style!
The Kimberley is a rugged region but that doesn't mean you can't tour it in comfort. We have put together a luxury Kimberley tour that goes to all the best places, staying in the best accommodation and travelling by luxury 4WD, light plane and helicopters. It really is a once in a lifetime tour...
Day 1
- Fly into Broome where your Venture North guide will meet you and give you a short tour around town. Continue on to Cable Beach and your accommodation for the next 2 nights at The Pearle.
- This afternoon relax at The Pearle and enjoy your own private swimming pool.
Overnight: The Pearle
Day 2
- Depart Broome this morning by seaplane and enjoy a scenic flight to the Horizontal Falls
- Board a fast boat and experience an exhilarating thrill ride through the Horizontal Falls
- Relax as you cruise through the spectacular untouched surrounding bays and creeks
- Back in Broome this afternoon embark on a private guided camel ride along Cable Beach
Overnight: The Pearle
Day 3
- This morning we will begin our journey towards the rugged Kimberley region
- Board a light plane and fly to the spectacular Windjana Gorge
- Continue by 4WD along the iconic Gibb River Road to Tunnel Creek. Embark on a unique walk through a cave system.
Overnight: Bell Gorge Wilderness Lodge
Day 4
- Enjoy a hike and swim at Bell Gorge this morning
- Continue on ‘the Gibb’ by 4WD through the heart of cattle country to El Questro Station
- Relax this evening at the exclusive ‘Homestead’ overlooking Chamberlain Gorge at El Questro.
Overnight: El Questro Homestead
Day 5
- Formerly a working cattle station known as El Questro Station, this million-acre land hold is pristine, rugged country which offers a myriad of touring opportunities including; bathing in thermal pools, exploring unique gorges, swimming at waterfalls, boat cruises, fishing tours, spectacular lookouts and more.
- Enjoy a full day touring at El Questro as requested.
Overnight: El Questro Homestead
Day 6
- Full day touring at El Questro as requested.
- This evening enjoy sunset drinks overlooking the Pentecost River and Cockburn Ranges from the top of Branco’s Lookout.
Overnight: El Questro Homestead
Day 7
- Continue by 4WD to Purnululu National Park, home of the Bungle Bungle Ranges
- This is a very nice drive, passing great boab trees, several creeks and valleys offering breathtaking views over the spinifex ranges.
- This afternoon we will find a secluded area to watch the sunset illuminate the Bungles.
Overnight: Bungle Bungles Wilderness Lodge
Day 8
- After breakfast we will set off on an hour hike to one of the parks most famous landmarks, Cathedral Gorge. The walk takes us along Piccaninny Creek and the beehive domes before arriving at a huge naturally formed amphitheatre.
- Next embark on a spectacular 1/2hr helicopter flight over domes.
- In the afternoon we explore the northern end of the park and escape the heat by entering Echidna Chasm. The beginning of the walk is along a palm filled gorge which becomes narrower and narrower as you make your way through.
Overnight: Bungle Bungles Wilderness Lodge
Day 9
- Depart this morning by charter plane to the luxurious Berkeley River Lodge on the north-east coast, our final destination.
- En route to Berkley you’ll fly over Lake Argyle; Australia’s largest freshwater lake as well the Argyle Diamond Mine; the largest producer of diamonds in the world.
Overnight: Berkeley River Lodge
Day 10
- Enjoy a full day touring the Berkeley region.
- Today we will visit a remote swimming hole and have a gourmet picnic lunch - site only accessible by helicopter. Heli-fishing is also available.
Overnight: Berkeley River Lodge
Day 11
- Enjoy a full day touring the Berkeley region including visits to various waterfalls and ancient rock art sites.
Overnight: Berkeley River Lodge
Day 12
Depart by charter flight to Darwin; the end of our our Ultimate Luxury Kimberley Tour.
For more information about luxury Kimberley tours please contact Venture North on (08) 8927 5500.