Join us for a showcase of the Kimberley’s best. Visit World Heritage-listed Purnululu National Park, journey by 4WD along the rugged Gibb River Road and visit remote locations like the Mitchell Plateau and El Questro Wilderness Park. Then embark on a cruise along the Kimberley coast, taking in King Cascades, Horizontal Falls and more. Experience Australia’s last undiscovered region in style, enjoying exclusive wilderness camp stays, stylish cruising, amazing wildlife and breathtaking scenery. Tour Code: GKCOD25 Duration: 25 Days/24 Nights Departure dates for 2011: April 15* May 2, 6*, 23, 27* June 13, 17* July 4, 8*, 25, 29* August 15, 19* September 5, 9* * Operates in reverse. Cruise Darwin to Broome then join tour. Code GKCOD25R

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Day 1. Gibb River Road, Tunnel Creek, Windjana Gorge
From Broome, journey by 4WD along the Gibb River Road to beautiful Windjana Gorge and look for freshwater crocodiles on the banks of the Lennard River. Later, with torch in hand, wade through the cool waters of Tunnel Creek to view the oasis here. Two Night Stay: Bell Gorge Wilderness Lodge, tented cabins with private ensuites. Lx1 Dx1

Day 2. Bell Gorge, Hiking and Swimming
Back on the Gibb River Road, travel to Bell Gorge, where rugged cliffs surround a series of tiered waterholes. Take a refreshing swim below the waterfall, or go bird-watching. The energetic can choose from a number of hiking opportunities. Bx1 Lx1 Dx1

Day 3. Galvans Gorge, Barnett River Gorge
Visit Galvans Gorge this morning, then travel to Barnett River Gorge for lunch. Later, continue to your overnight outback station accommodation at Drysdale River Station. Stay: Drysdale River Station, Kalumburu Road. Bx1 Lx1 Dx1

Day 4. Mitchell Plateau, King Edward River
As you ascend the renowned Mitchell Plateau, see fascinating Wandjina and Gwion (Bradshaw) rock art and enjoy a swim in the waters of King Edward River. For the next two nights stay at our wilderness lodge. Two Night Stay: Exclusive! Stay in tented cabins with private ensuite bathrooms at Mitchell Falls Wilderness Lodge. Bx1 Lx1 Dx1

Day 5. Mitchell Falls, Helicopter Flight over Mitchell Falls
Take a guided hike to see rarely viewed Aboriginal art, before arriving at Mitchell Falls. Swim in the pools above the falls and take a helicopter flight over Mitchell Falls back to your vehicle, or hike back with your guide. Bx1 Lx1 Dx1

Day 6. Mitchell Plateau, King Edward River
Travel through lush Livistona palm forests, as you explore Mitchell Plateau and view galleries of ancient Aboriginal art. Then stop on the banks of the King Edward River for lunch. Stay: Drysdale River Station, Kalumburu Road. Bx1 Lx1 Dx1

Day 7. El Questro Wilderness Park
Ford the mighty Durack and Pentecost rivers and travel into El Questro Wilderness Park – one million acres in the Kimberley wilderness. Stay: El Questro, Emma Gorge Resort, tented cabins with ensuite bathrooms. Bx1 Lx1 Dx1

Day 8. El Questro, Wyndham, Kununurra
Hike into Emma Gorge before enjoying a soak in the thermal pools of Zebedee Springs. Visit El Questro station, before travelling to Wyndham and Five Rivers Lookout. Two Night Stay: Kununurra, Country Club Resort. Bx1 Lx1 Dx1

Day 9. Cruise Ord River and Lake Kununurra
Travel to Lake Argyle, which is the largest man-made lake in the Southern Hemisphere. In the afternoon, join a cruise along the mighty Ord River, keeping an eye out for wildlife. Bx1

Day 10. Purnululu (Bungle Bungle) National Park, Echidna Chasm
Head to Purnululu National Park. On arrival, hike into Echidna Chasm, which is a spectacular cleft in the rock massif. Two Night Stay: Exclusive! Stay in tented ensuite cabins at Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodge, Purnululu National Park. Bx1 Lx1 Dx1

Day 11. Bungle Bungle Range, Cathedral Gorge
Hike along the dry bed of Piccaninny Creek and into the natural amphitheatre of Cathedral Gorge, which enjoys incredible acoustics. Perhaps take a scenic helicopter flight over the domes of the Bungle Bungle Range (own expense). Bx1 Lx1 Dx1

Day 12. Halls Creek, Fitzroy Crossing
Visit Halls Creek and see China Wall, a natural quartz formation. Continue to Fitzroy Crossing. Stay: Fitzroy Crossing, Fitzroy River Lodge. Bx1 Lx1 Dx1

Day 13. Geikie Gorge Cruise, Broome
This morning journey into Geikie Gorge National Park, and explore Geikie Gorge, situated in the Oscar and Geikie ranges. Take a unique cruise between the bleached limestone walls of this stunning landmark. Then continue on to enjoy time in Broome. Two Night Stay: Cable Beach Club Resort and Spa, Broome. Bx1 Lx1

Day 14. Broome at Leisure
Today is at your leisure for independent touring. Perhaps relax on Cable Beach or take a day tour to breathtaking Cape Leveque or a half-day tour of Broome (both at own expense). Bx1

Day 15. Board Ship, Welcome Cocktail Party
This morning is at your leisure to explore Broome. This afternoon, board your ship and this evening enjoy the Captain’s Welcome Aboard Cocktail Party. Ten Night Cruise: Oceanic Discoverer. Bx1 Dx1

Day 16. Lacepede Island, Turtle Nursery
Cruise through Pender Bay and visit the Lacepede Islands, home to colonies of booby and frigate birds. Bx1 Lx1 Dx1

Day 17. Crocodile Creek, Talbot Bay, Horizontal Waterfalls
Visit Crocodile Creek and enjoy a swim. Cruise to Talbot Bay and the amazing Horizontal Falls. Bx1 Lx1 Dx1

Day 18. Buccaneer Archipelago, Montgomery Reef
See beautiful Buccaneer Archipelago. Walk onto Montgomery Reef this morning, as the tide ebbs and the reef rises out of the sea. Visit Raft Point to see an Aboriginal rock art gallery. Bx1 Lx1 Dx1

Day 19. Camp Creek, King Cascades
Cruise up the Prince Regent River to Camp Creek. From here, journey upriver to King Cascades waterfall. Bx1 Lx1 Dx1

Day 20. Careening Bay, Kuri Bay
Cruise to Careening Bay, the site of a large boab tree. Then continue to Kuri Bay, which is home to the South Sea pearling industry. Bx1 Lx1 Dx1

Day 21 . Prince Frederick Harbour, Naturalist Island
At Prince Frederick Harbour, anchor at Naturalist Island for a fascinating day of exploration. Perhaps take a helicopter flight (own expense). Bx1 Lx1 Dx1

Day 22. Bigge Island, Aboriginal Art
Cruise to Bigge Island and explore ancient Aboriginal rock art sites, featuring traditional Wandjina paintings. Bx1 Lx1 Dx1

Day 23. Vansittart Bay
Enjoy a full day to explore beautiful Vansittart Bay. Discover some of its many islands and coves. Bx1 Lx1 Dx1

Day 24. King George River, Tranquil Bay
Explore the magnificent waterfalls of the King George River. Then, this evening, enjoy the Captain’s Farewell Cocktail Party. Bx1 Lx1 Dx1

Day 25. Disembark Ship, Depart Darwin
Arrive in Darwin this morning where your tour-of-a-lifetime comes to its conclusion. Then transfer to the airport. Bx1

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