Day 1
Darwin
Today you’ll arrive in Darwin where you’ll have the even at leisure.
Overnight: Darwin Mantra Pandanas
Day 2
Guluyambi Cruise/Ubirr Rock Art
Today you’ll leave Darwin and head across the wetland landscape of the Marrakai Plains where you’ll reach Kakadu National Park. You’ll then visit Ubirr where you’ll get to see some interesting ancient Aboriginal art and then take a cruise on the East Alligator River.
Overnight: Hawk Dreaming Wilderness Lodge (breakfast, lunch and dinner included)
Day 3
Arnhem Land
Head across the East Alligator in the Arnhem Land. Here you’ll learn about the art and history of the region, which many travelers often miss. You’ll then return to the scenic Hawk Dreaming where you’ll spend the night.
Overnight: Hawk Dreaming Wilderness Lodge (breakfast, lunch and dinner included)
Day 4
Katherine
Today you’ll travel to Kakadu in the Northern Territory – one of Australia’s finest national parks. You’ll visit Nourlangie Rock to see some aboriginal rock art and then head onwards to Cicada Lodge where you’ll enjoy a fantastic three-course meal.
Overnight: Cicada Lodge, Katherine (breakfast, lodge and dinner included)
Day 5
Kununurra
Today you’ll head onwards to Nitmiluk National Park where you’ll take a cruise through Katherine Gorge. Learn about the customs and traditions of the local Jawoyn people. You’ll travel onwards into Western Australia.
Overnight: Kununurra Country Club Resort (breakfast and dinner included)
Day 6
Purnululu National Park/Echidna Chasm
On day six you’ll travel onwards to Purnululu National Park which features the Bungle Bungle Range. You’ll then spend the afternoon hiking to Echidna Chasm, a very thin gorge that you can walk through.
Overnight: Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodge (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Day 7
Cathedral Gorge/Piccaninny Creek
Today you’ll enjoy a scenic hike to Piccaninny Creek and down through the beautiful Cathedral Gorge. From here you can choose to take an optional helicopter flight for some truly unparalleled views. Later, enjoy a remarkable sunset over the Bungle Bungle Range.
Overnight: Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodge (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Day 8-9
El Questro
On day eight you’ll visit the El Questro Wilderness Park, which is a million acre cattle station in Kimberley. You’ll stay here for two nights with a choice of activities including guided bird watching, a Chamberlain River cruise and horse trekking.
Overnight: Emma Gorge Resort (two breakfasts, one lunch and two dinners)
Day 10-11
Mitchell Plateau
On day 10 you’ll leave El Questro behind and travel along the Gibb River Road where you’ll arrive at your accommodation, the Mitchell Falls Wilderness Lodge. The rest of the day you can spend relaxing and resting up. On day 11 you’ll hike around the area of the Mitchell Falls and then you’ll take a spectacular helicopter flight over the falls themselves.
Overnight: Mitchell Falls Wilderness Lodge (two breakfasts, two lunches and two dinners)
Day 12
King Edward River
Today you’ll visit the King Edward River to view the unusual Wandjina and Bradshaw Art.
Overnight: Drysdale River Station (breakfast, lunch and dinner included)
Day 13-14
Barnett River Gorge/Bell Gorge
Start day 13 with a trip to the pretty Barnett River Gorge where you’ll have the chance to see some rock art and take a swim. You’ll then have lunch before traveling to Galvans Gorge. On the next day you’ll visit Bell Gorge to enjoy a tasty lunch. You’ll then have a range of activities to choose from including hiking or birdwatching.
Overnight: Bell Gorge Wilderness Lodge (two breakfasts, two lunches and two dinners included)
Day 15
Tunnel Creek/Broome
Today you’ll visit the picturesque Windjana Gorge. You’ll then pass through Tunnel Creek to see a beautiful oasis. Afterwards head to Broome where you’ll stay at the Cable Beach Club Resort. Here you can enjoy a relaxed evening and a farewell dinner with your group at the resort’s restaurant.
Overnight: Cable Beach Club Resort, Broome (breakfast, lunch and dinner included)
Day 16
Broome
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
(Breakfast included)
What’s Included:
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All internal travel in custom-designed 4WD
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Accommodation in wilderness lodges, resorts and hotel
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15 breakfasts, 12 lunches and 14 dinners included
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Driver guide throughout
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Small group – maximum of 20
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