- • Specialist team of two highly experienced Travel Director and Driver Guide • 2 UNESCO World Heritage Sites – Ningaloo Coast & Shark Bay. Plus, Purnululu National Park (optional Bungle Bungles) • Centrally located premium hotels • Shark Bay, Hidden Valley, Karijini, Nitmiluk, Nambung & Yanchep National Parks and El Questro Wilderness Park entrance fees • Arrival and departure private airport transfers
Untamed Kimberley and West Coast
Trip Type: Guided HolidayNZD 17,540.00 /Person
Three weeks of natural drama awaits on this ultimate Kimberley tour and road-trip, covering two states, dozens of gorges, a wonderland of waterfall...
Untamed Kimberley and West Coast
Three weeks of natural drama awaits on this ultimate Kimberley tour and road-trip, covering two states, dozens of gorges, a wonderland of waterfalls and countless encounters with wildlife. Fancy swimming with whale sharks, spotting crocs and meeting dolphins? Then there are the World Heritage Sites, national park trips and blazing sunsets. The ultimate in Northern Territory and Western Australia tours, it’s a journey that puts life in perspective – in the best possible way.
Welcome to Darwin
You’ll fall for the capital of the NT; its balmy tropical climate, fiery sunsets and laid-back locals. Take in the city sights on a tour, learning about the events that have shaped it over the years. Later, join your Travel Director for a Welcome Dinner.
Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront
- Darwin
Darwin - Katherine
Nature takes over at Nitmiluk National Park, where you cruise through dramatic Nitmiluk Gorge. There’s no time to catch your breath – you’re off to a cattle station for the Katherine Outback Experience, where you'll be entertained with songs, stories, and a Be My Guest dinner under the stars.
Contour Hotel Katherine
- Darwin
Katherine - Kununurra
Kununurra exists thanks to the Ord River Irrigation Scheme. The project not only helped water the countryside, but created Lake Argyle. You won’t forget your cruise to sunset.
Kununurra Country Club Resort
- Katherine
Kununurra
Today is one of decisions: An optional early-morning flight over (or 4WD tour of) the Bungle Bungles? Or a wander with your Travel Director through Mirima National Park.
Kununurra Country Club Resort
- Kununurra
Kununurra - Emma Gorge
Go behind the scenes at Hoochery Distillery, which not only makes lip-smacking rum, but also delicious rum cake. Get a taste of the Gibb River Road en route to El Questro Wilderness Park, where an oasis of pandanus palms envelops your safari-style accommodation.
Emma Gorge Resort, Tented Cabin with private facilities
- Kununurra
El Questro Wilderness Park
The Kimberley’s sounds follow you across the mighty Pentecost River to freshwater Chamberlain Gorge, your boat dwarfed by its soaring escarpments while you cruise. Afternoon remedy? A splash in the pool, perhaps, or a dip in the waterhole within Emma Gorge. Take your pick.
Emma Gorge Resort, Tented Cabin with private facilities
- El Questro Wilderness Park
Emma Gorge - Halls Creek
While the Argyle Diamond Mine has stopped producing rare pink diamonds, you can still visit with an Aboriginal guide. Your destination for the night, Halls Creek is small in population, but big in personality.
Kimberley Hotel
- Emma Gorge
Halls Creek - Fitzroy Crossing
The Kimberley boasts a geological history that is nothing short of spectacular. Explore the Mimbi Caves with an Indigenous guide to observe the delicate limestone formations, brilliantly vivid colours and crystal-clear freshwater pools that remain from the Devonian Great Barrier Reef that formed over 350 million years ago. Discover ancient rock paintings before listening to songs and hearing the Gooniyandi Dreaming story, while enjoying billy tea and damper. Travel through the Kimberley towards the remote township of Fitzroy Crossing.
Fitzroy River Lodge
- Halls Creek
Fitzroy Crossing - Broome
The reason Broome was born is because of pearls. Today, it’s just as well known for its sizzling Indian Ocean sunsets, best enjoyed from the Cable Beach sand.
Cable Beach Club Resort
- Fitzroy Crossing
Broome Free Time
Today is yours to explore. Perhaps veer off to a pearl farm, to witness the precision that goes into growing and harvesting these gems (own expense). Or simply enjoy Broome’s tropical climes, strolling along 22-kilometre Cable Beach, hunting for dinosaur footprints and browsing boutiques.
Cable Beach Club Resort
- Broome
Broome - Port Hedland
The eye-opening colours of the Pilbara are your backdrop today - rich red earth streaked with mineral deposits. Settle in Port Hedland, home to the world's largest bulk export port.
Hospitality Port Hedland
- Broome
Port Hedland - Karijini National Park
Karijini is where gorges seem to cleave off the edge of the Earth, waterfalls tumble from escarpments and turquoise rock pools shimmer like precious gems. You’re hundreds of kilometres from anywhere, so expect dazzling stargazing from your safari tent.
Karijini Eco Retreat
- Port Hedland
Karijini National Park
It took billions of years to create Karijini’s geological wonders: the red layered cliffs, the quiet gorges, the soaring gum trees and distinctive termite mounds. Cooling off under waterfalls is highly recommended.
Karijini Eco Retreat
- Karijini
Karijini National Park - Exmouth
There are a few (hundred) kilometres of Pilbara to cover between Karijini and Exmouth on the World Heritage listed Ningaloo Coast. This pocket of the state is also blessed with Cape Range National Park, where gorges and waterfalls beckon.
Mantarays Ningaloo Beach Resort
- Karijini
Exmouth Free Time
Depending on the time of year, Ningaloo Reef is home to both whale sharks and humpbacks. Opt to snorkel with both (ethically) or book a sunset cruise, sparkling wine in hand. The decision is yours.
Mantarays Ningaloo Beach Resort
- Exmouth
Exmouth - Carnarvon
Today’s cruise in a glass-bottomed boat allows you to glimpse Ningaloo’s extraordinary marine life in comfort. Next stop is the Carnarvon Space and Technology Museum. Did you know it played a role in the 1969 moon landing?
Best Western Hospitality Inn Carnarvon
- Exmouth
Carnarvon - Monkey Mia
Prepare yourself for the ‘living fossils’ at Hamelin Pool, home to the most abundant colony of stromatolites in the world. The state’s World Heritage listed Shark Bay is also characterised by Shell Beach, formed from billions of coquina bivalve shells.
Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort
- Carnarvon
Monkey Mia Free Time
Meet the wild resident dolphins that turn up to the shore every morning, then spend the afternoon at leisure. Optional sunset cruise or scenic flight over the bay, anyone?
Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort
- Monkey Mia
Monkey Mia - Geraldton
Peregrine falcons swoop over Hawks Head Lookout in Kalbarri National Park, particularly pretty during wildflower season. Arriving in Geraldton, pay homage to sailors lost at the HMAS Sydney Memorial.
Mantra Geraldton
- Monkey Mia
Geraldton - Perth
Nambung National Park’s Pinnacles are a staggering collection of natural limestone structures, jutting into the sky. It’s a spiritual place, as is Yanchep National Park, where your Aboriginal guide decodes native plants and tells Dreamtime stories on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. This evening, join your Travel Director and companions for a Farewell Dinner.
Crowne Plaza Perth
- Geraldton
Farewell from Perth
It’s hard to believe this epic adventure has come to an end. Three weeks of incredible memories to take home with you.
- Perth
- Cruise with a local guide down the Ord River from Lake Argyle, to be rewarded with the setting sun over the water in Kununurra.
- Immerse yourself in outback farming lifestyle at the Katherine Outback Experience.
- Join local indigenous guide on our private Mimbi Caves tour. Observe the delicate limestone formations, brilliantly vivid colours and crystal clear freshwater pools.
- Discover the culture of the Nyoongar people of Western Australia’s southwest.
- The Ningaloo Coast has World Heritage status for good reason – it cradles one of the most biodiverse marine sanctuaries in Australia.
- Specialist team of two highly experienced Travel Director and Driver Guide 2 UNESCO World Heritage Sites – Ningaloo Coast & Shark Bay. Plus, Purnululu National Park (optional Bungle Bungles) Centrally located premium hotels Shark Bay, Hidden Valley, Karijini, Nitmiluk, Nambung & Yanchep National Parks and El Questro Wilderness Park entrance fees Arrival and departure private airport transfers
- Water bottle Warm layers in cooler months Camera Comfortable walking shoes Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat
- Flights to and from the start/end of your trip are not included in the trip price. Day 1 – flights to arrive prior to 2.00pm into Darwin AirportDay 21 – flights to depart anytime from Perth Airport Return arrival and departure airport to hotel transfers are included.
- Extreme temperatures can be experienced in this remote region of Australia. Guests should be made aware that this trip is recommended to guests with a moderate level of fitness. In addition, the walk to Emma Gorge considered "Difficult" and not all guests will be able to complete the walk. Some sections of Mimbi Caves have very low light and are rocky in parts. A torch is recommended.
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Perth (WA Aus), Australia
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