Broome to the Bungle Bungle Range
5 Day Small Group 4wd Tour
Journey from Broome along an unforgettable trail that leads you deep into Punululu National Park, where the impressive striped domes of the Bungle Bungle Range await. Along the way you will visit Tunnel Creek, cruise Geikie Gorge and see the unusual quartz formation, China Wall.
Tour Code: GBR5
Duration: 5 Days/4 Nights
Departure dates for 2010:
May 3, 10, 15, 22, 30
June 15, 21, 28
July 6, 13, 19, 26
August 3, 9, 18, 23, 31
September 11, 19, 25
October 4
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Kununurra Option - GBR5K - Broome to Kununurra
El Questro Option - GBR5E - Broome to Kununurra via El Questro
Itinerary
Day 1. Broome, Boab Prison Tree, Tunnel Creek, Windjana Gorge
Depart Broome to begin your exploration of the awe-inspiring Kimberley region. Journey on the Gibb River Road, a remote Outback highway that accesses some of the Kimberley’s best scenery. At Windjana Gorge, where sheer cliffs tower above white sands, see the ancient marine fossils embedded in the gorge walls. You may also see freshwater crocodiles lazing on the banks of the Lennard River, which runs through the gorge. We travel to remarkable Tunnel Creek, a 750 metre-long natural tunnel carved through the Napier Range. With torch in hand, we wade through the cool waters to view the wonderful oasis that awaits us on the other side. Continue to Fitzroy Crossing. Stay: Fitzroy Crossing, Fitzroy River Lodge. (L,D)
Day 2. Geikie Gorge Cruise, China Wall, Halls Creek
Enjoy the morning exploring Geikie Gorge, where annual flooding has created a bleached effect on the limestone walls. Board a unique cruise along the stunning gorge and learn about its surronding flora and fauna. Following the cruise travel the Great Northern Highway to the historic gold mining town of Halls Creek. See the unusual China Wall, formed out of quartz. Stay: Halls Creek, Kimberley Hotel. (B,L,D)
Day 3. Purnululu National Park, Echidna Chasm, Bungle Bungle Range
Depart Halls Creek and head for Purnululu National Park. Our journey takes us onto the Spring Creek 4WD track. Hike into Echidna Chasm, a spectacular cleft in the rock massif. Enjoy the unique wilderness experience of staying within the national park without having to rough it. Two Night Stay: EXCLUSIVE! Stay in tented cabins with private ensuites at Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodge, Purnululu National Park. (B,L,D)
Day 4. Cathedral Gorge, Beehive Domes
Hike into Piccaninny Creek and spectacular Cathedral Gorge. Walk among the beehive domes, as your guide brings the natural history of the range to life. Learn of bushtucker, bush medicine and the area’s significance to local Aboriginals. There’s time for an optional helicopter flight (own expense). Enjoy drinks and watch the sun set over the domes. (B,L,D)
Day 5. Broome
Travel back to Broome where your tour concludes. Alternatively, you may wish to extend your stay by flying to Kununurra Tour GBR5K or El Questro Tour GBR5E. (B,L)
Kununurra Option - GBR5K
Day 5. Kununurra
Board your flight from Purnululu National Park to Kununurra (flight included).
El Questro Option - GBR5E
Day 5. Kununurra
Fly from Purnululu National Park to Emma Gorge Resort. Enjoy the reminder of the day at leisure. Perhaps join the Chamberlain Gorge cruise (own expense). El Questro, Emma Gorge Resort. (B)
Day 6. El Questro
Farewell Emma Gorge Resort and transfer by road to Kununurra.
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