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Walk Western Australia's Kimberley
Camping and walking in the naturally scenic Kimberley
One of the best ways to experience the magnificent landscape of the Kimberley is on two legs. Lace up your hiking boots and get up close and personal to the gorges, swimming holes, waterfalls and vistas that make this such an iconic Australian destination. On this 13-day trip, you’ll combine guided walks with the region’s major highlights, including the Gibb River Road and its gorges, El Questro Wilderness Park and Purnululu National Park (the Bungle Bungles). Settle in and chill out in a custom-built 4WD coach as you explore the Kimberley region with an expert leader on this camping adventure.
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36 reviewsStart: Broome, Australia
End: Broome, Australia
- Duration
- 13 days
- Group size
- 1 to 16
- Minimum age
- 15 years old
- Style
- Basic
- Theme
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- Walking & trekking
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NZD $7,175
NZD $5,382
Why you'll love this trip
- Watch a fiery sunset light up the Bungle Bungle Ranges in Purnululu National Park – one of Australia’s most iconic landscapes, where the changing light creates one highlight after another.
- Spend two days exploring the untamed natural beauty of El Questro Station. Go swimming near tumbling waterfalls, hike through gorges and soak up the scenery your way.
- Follow the footsteps of an expert local leader who knows the area inside-out, meaning all you have to do is enjoy the journey.
- Escape the everyday, get active and take the time to reconnect with nature in one of Australia’s (and the world’s) most scenic and diverse regions.
- Enjoy the great outdoors with camping equipment provided by us, like stretcher beds with a mattress, shared 190-cm-high tents and comfortable camping chairs.
Itinerary
Welcome to Broome! Or Rubibi, in the language of the Yawuru people, who are the Traditional Custodians of the land on which Broome is now located. Get an early start on your adventure this morning as you travel through the remote Kimberley landscape. After crossing the Fitzroy River, visit the 1500-year-old Boab Prison Tree in Derby. Then, wander around an art gallery before continuing along the Gibb River Road to Windjana Gorge, found within the Napier Range. Over 350 million years old, this natural landscape boasts towering gorge walls, freshwater crocodiles and plenty of local birdlife. Tonight, settle into camp near Windjana Gorge and watch as the stars come alive, away from the city lights.
Accommodation
- Camping (with basic facilities) at Windjana Gorge (1 night)
Meals
- Lunch
- Dinner
Included activities
- West Kimberley Gorges - Windjana Gorge Walk
- Derby - Boab Prison Tree
Special information
Make sure you’re on time this morning, as your trip will kick off straight away. See the ‘Joining Point Instructions’ in the Essential Trip Information for more information on where you’ll meet your leader this morning.
Your travel time today will be approximately 5 hours.
The Windjana Gorge Trail is a Grade 2 (easy) 2km return walk, taking around 1 hour. The trail has a rough surface that may have some moderate hills.
Please note that you won’t have a chance to purchase alcohol between Broome and Kununurra (albeit El Questro has a bar). If you’d like to bring alcoholic drinks to have around the campfire, please make sure you buy them the day before in Broome. Please only bring cans, as glass bottles will break due to the corrugation on the Gibb River Road.
The campsite tonight requires you to set up your own dome tent (provided). Facilities are basic.
The morning, after the campsite is packed up, is devoted to exploring Tunnel Creek. Spend time exploring the 750-m cave system, learning about the legend of Jandamarra, searching for stalactites and looking out for the cave’s resident freshwater crocodiles. In the afternoon, depart for Bell Gorge (Dalmanyi), a largely unknown highlight of the West Kimberleys, which boasts waterfalls and clear-water pools formed millions of years ago. Hike to the falls and enjoy a few hours of rest and relaxation by the water before setting off to tonight’s campsite at Silent Grove.
Accommodation
- Camping (with basic facilities) at Silent Grove (1 night)
Meals
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Included activities
- West Kimberley Gorges - Bell Gorge (Dalmanyi) Hike
- Tunnel Creek (Dimalurru) - Exploration of Tunnel Creek
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 4 hours.
The Tunnel Creek Trail is a Grade 5 (difficult) 2km return walk, taking around 1 hour. There are loose rocks and uneven surfaces, with some sections requiring rock hopping, wading through waist deep water on submerged rocks, and a short swim in complete darkness. Some sections require three points of contact at all times.
Please make sure that you have your swimwear, towel, your head torch and your closed-toe wet shoes in your day pack when leaving Broome this morning, as your main luggage will be stowed away in the back of the vehicle.
The Bell Gorge Trail is a Grade 4 (challenging) walk with an initial steep downhill section with loose, uneven surfaces. After crossing a small creek, continue along the rocky dry creek bed and up to the top of Dalmanyi Falls. The Falls Trail is Grade 5 (difficult) and an optional extension of the Bell Gorge Trail, requiring crossing the creek above the falls on slippery rocks submerged in fast-flowing water. The descent to the pool below requires three points of contact at all times.
The campsite tonight requires you to set up your own dome tent (provided). Facilities are basic.
Today’s adventure starts with a drive to Galvans Gorge. After a short walk to the pool, dive into the cool waters, sit underneath the falls for a natural back massage and lounge on the rock ledges. Then, explore the rock walls beside the main pool, where you’ll find Wandjina rock art. Later, arrive at Mt Barnett Station campground, where you’ll stay for the next two nights.
Accommodation
- Camping (with basic facilities) at Mt Barnett Station (1 night)
Meals
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Included activities
- West Kimberley Gorges - Galvans Gorge Walk
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 2.5 hours. Your walking time will be approximately 1 hour or 1.5 km.
The Galvans Gorge Trail is a Grade 3 (moderate) 1km return walk, taking around 1 hour without time for a swim. There are some short steep hills, a rough surface, and it involves some rock hopping.
The campsite at Mt Barnett requires you to set up your own dome tent (provided). Nearby shared facilities have showers and flush toilets.
It’s an early start today to make the most of the walking trail to Manning Gorge and Falls. There’s plenty of time for swimming, relaxing and soaking up the sights and sounds of the Kimberleys. Return for lunch back at camp, then enjoy an afternoon of free time. You might like to find a nice spot to read and relax or enjoy the nearby creek for another swim before another camp dinner.
Accommodation
- Camping (with basic facilities) at Mt Barnett Station (1 night)
Meals
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Included activities
- West Kimberley Gorges - Manning Falls Hike
Special information
Your walking time today will be approximately 3 hours or 5.6 km.
The Manning Falls Trail is a Grade 4 (challenging) 5.6km 3-hour walk that starts with a swim across the Manning River (approx 50m). The trail has a rough and rocky surface, sections with very steep hills, and involves some rock hopping. The trail gets progressively harder towards the end. Please note that the trail is exposed and there is very little shade.
Say goodbye to the West Kimberley gorges as you journey through the centre of the Kimberleys to El Questro Wilderness Park. Prepare for a long day of driving over 350km through the rough terrain of the Kimberleys via the Gibb River Road. It’s a bit of a travel day, so have your favourite book, podcast or music on hand. Or, simply sit back and enjoy the vast remote stretches of the Outback. Today’s drive will be broken up with plenty of stops to stretch your legs, get lunch and see local sights like the Pentecost River Lookout. After a river crossing or two, arrive at tonight’s accommodation where you have the option to have dinner at the El Questro restaurant and a drink at the Swinging Arm Bar.
Accommodation
- Camping (with shared facilities) at El Questro (1 night)
Meals
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 6 to 7 hours.
Tonight’s dinner is not included and is at your own expense. The bar at El Questro Station has a cantina style menu with burgers and pizza. Please note that depending on the timing of the day, the non-included meal may take place tomorrow instead. Your leader will advise.
Our camp on the grounds of El Questro features dome tents that have been set up for you and our own sheltered kitchen area. Nearby shared facilities have hot showers and flush toilets.
Over the next few days, you’ll explore the many gorges and hikes of the El Questro Station. Today’s adventure includes two hikes to nearby gorges. The first, Emma Gorge, involves a bit of careful rock hopping through the bush with the payoff being a droplet waterfall and watering hole, surrounded by greenery-lined rock walls. The next destination, the El Questro Gorge, offers a short and a long walk. The short walk takes you through the Livistona palms rainforest, across the creek to the halfway pool, where you’ll be able to swim. From here, the longer trail begins, becoming more challenging but well worth the effort as you reach the cool Mac Micking pool and falls for a swim. Finish off the day with a soak at the Zebedee Thermal Springs, surrounded by an ancient forest of palm trees and gentle waterfalls.
Accommodation
- Camping (with shared facilities) at El Questro (1 night)
Meals
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Included activities
- El Questro - Zebedee Springs Visit
- El Questro - Emma Gorge Hike
- El Questro - El Questro Gorge Hike
Special information
Your walking time today will be approximately 5.5 to 7 hours or 11 km.
The Emma Gorge Trail is a Grade 4 (challenging) 3.2km return walk, taking around 2 hours. The trail is mostly flat with some steep sections, loose and slippery rocks, and involves some rock hopping, especially towards the end. Don't forget your swimmers as this is a fantastic spot to cool off.
The El Questro Gorge Walk has two sections. The first section is Class 4 and is 3.2km long, halfway it becomes a Class 5 walk taking you to the full 7.2km hike. It is challenging terrain with the last part requiring climbing boulders. It will take 3-5 hours to complete.
The Zebedee Springs Trail is a Grade 2 (easy) 600m return walk, taking around 30 minutes, without the time for a swim. The trail is mostly flat with some elevated sections.
This morning, set off for another scenic hike in the El Questro Park. Wander along the Amalia Gorge Trail, where you’ll rock scramble across sandstone slabs and creek beds to reach the pools. Bring your swimsuit to enjoy a well-earned dip in the water, then continue your hike and return to camp. After, you have several ways to spend your last afternoon at El Questro. Choose to either relax at the resort, enjoy time exploring the park or take up one of the optional activities, including a cruise at Chamberlain Gorge, a bush tucker walk or a birdwatching tour.
Accommodation
- Camping (with shared facilities) at El Questro (1 night)
Meals
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Included activities
- El Questro - Amalia Gorge Hike
Optional activities
- El Questro - Injid Marlabu Calls Us - AUD150
- El Questro - Chamberlain Gorge Afternoon Cruise - AUD110
Special information
Your walking time today will be approximately 3 hours or 3.4 km.
Amalia Gorge is a 3.4km return hike that takes 2-3 hours. There are a few rocky sections but it is a beautiful walk with 2 great swimming spots along the way.
The afternoon is free for you to choose your own activities. We recommend that you pre-book the Chamberlain Gorge Cruise as this activity can sell out far in advance. Please book directly with El Questro via their website. Choose the afternoon time slot with transfer.
Today you’ll pack up and head to the town of Kununurra, with a stop at the Parry Lagoons Nature Reserve to see hundreds of waterbirds, including herons, spoonbills and magpie geese. This afternoon, you’ll have time to get some washing done or relax with a book while your crew buy plenty of fresh food for the next section of the trip. Tonight, you’re free to enjoy a drink at the pub or drop into a local restaurant for dinner.
Accommodation
- Motel in Kununurra (1 night)
Meals
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 2.5 hours.
Tonight’s and tomorrow night’s dinners are not included and are at your own expense. Kununurra has plenty of options for you to choose.
Known as the ‘Mini Bungles’, Mirima National Park is your first stop today with plenty of time to stop and appreciate the colourful layered rock formations created more than 300 million years ago. Lunch is at your own expense today and this afternoon there is the option to join a river cruise down the Ord River to the Dam Wall.
Accommodation
- Motel in Kununurra (1 night)
Meals
- Breakfast
Included activities
- Mirima National Park - Park Visit
Optional activities
- Kununurra - Triple J Cruise (Ord River Discoverer with Sunset) - AUD263
Special information
There are 4 walks that you can complete in the park, ranging from 500 m up to 3.5 km. You can even walk back to your accommodation in town if you so wish.
This afternoon, you have the option to join a cruise on the Ord River. Cruises can sell out far in advance, so we recommend you book this activity with the supplier directly on their website in advance. The recommended operator's name is Triple J, and the recommended cruise is the 'Ord River Discoverer with Sunset', trip code J3. During the booking process, please advise the operator of your pick-up location at Kununurra Country Club Resort.
Hit the road for Purnululu National Park – one of three natural UNESCO World Heritage sites in Western Australia – and get set for a drive along outback tracks with creek crossings, washaways and rough, slow sections. After setting up camp, there’s time for a stroll before your leader takes you to the perfect spot to watch the sunset against the red rocks of the Bungle Bungles Range. Grab a drink and enjoy one of the state’s most famous sights as the rocks change colour.
Accommodation
- Camping (with basic facilities) in the Bungle Bungles (1 night)
Meals
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 6 hours. The dirt track from Spring Creek into the Bungle Bungles is only 50 km but will take approximately 2 hours. This is a very windy and corrugated road that can sometimes take even longer to drive.
The campsite for the next two nights requires you to set up your own dome tent (provided). Facilities at the campsite are basic.
This morning, you could take an optional helicopter flight for a bird's-eye view over the beehive domes. Later, you’ll explore Echidna Chasm, known for its towering Livistona palm trees. Set off on the Echidna Chasm Walk, following the steep-sided gorge walls with shades of oranges and reds that glow when the sun hits them. Next up is the Mini Palms Gorge walk. After, you’ll spend the night at camp and rest those weary legs.
Accommodation
- Camping (with basic facilities) in the Bungle Bungles (1 night)
Meals
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Included activities
- Bungle Bungles - Echidna Chasm
- Bungle Bungles - Mini Palms
Optional activities
- Bungle Bungles - Helicopter Flight (from) - AUD349
Special information
Your walking time today will be approximately 3 hours or 6.4 km.
The Echidna Chasm Walk is a Grade 4 (challenging) walk, approx 2 km return taking under an hour. It has steep-sided gorge walls up to 200 metres high and barely a metre wide in places. The trail has a natural surface of rock, and some sections require some moderate climbing.
The Mini Palms Gorge walk is a Grade 5 (difficult), 4.4km trail that takes approximately 2-3 hours. It’s a return trail that follows a stony creek bed with steep slopes, narrow edges and large boulders to climb over.
Today, you have the option to see the domes from the air by taking an optional helicopter flight. We hold allotments with the operator, and your leader will offer you to book the flights on your behalf. This way the leader can coordinate the timing with the day’s other activities in mind.
This morning, you'll be welcomed to Country by a local Aboriginal guide. Then, head off on a walk through the domes as you learn about bush tucker and bush medicine. Continuing into Cathedral Gorge, your guide will tell tales of how Countrymen would walk the country you’re walking. As you enter the gorge, your guide will share the space with you in their cultural way, whether that be through drawing, singing or storytelling. Then, it’s time to pack up and drive to Larrawa Station for the last night of your Kimberleys adventure. Tonight, join your group and celebrate the trip with a drink and dinner at Larrawa Station campground.
Accommodation
- Camping (with basic facilities) at Larrawa Station (1 night)
Meals
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Included activities
- Bungle Bungles - Welcome to Country
- Bungle Bungles - Cathedral Gorge Walk with Local Aboriginal Guide
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 5 hours. Your walking distance will be approximately 2 km.
Cathedral Gorge is a Grade 4 (challenging) 2 km return walk on an unmodified and rocky trail.
Your camp on the grounds of Larrawa Station features tents that have been set up for you. Facilities are basic.
Break camp after breakfast and drive to Fitzroy Crossing. Take a walk down to the banks of the Fitzroy River before continuing the drive to Broome, where your trip will come to an end upon arrival at approximately 5:30pm. It’s recommended that you book another night in Broome before flying out, as delays may occur. Once in Broome, your leader will drop you at your nominated accommodation or back at the default starting location.
Meals
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 6 hours.
Your trip ends when you arrive back in Broome late this afternoon at around 5:30pm.
Inclusions and activities
Destinations
AustraliaMeals
12 breakfasts, 12 lunches, 9 dinners
Transport
Private 4WD vehicle
Accommodation
Campsites (10 nights), Motel (2 nights)
Included activities
- West Kimberley Gorges - Windjana Gorge Walk
- Derby - Boab Prison Tree
- West Kimberley Gorges - Bell Gorge (Dalmanyi) Hike
- Tunnel Creek (Dimalurru) - Exploration of Tunnel Creek
- West Kimberley Gorges - Galvans Gorge Walk
- West Kimberley Gorges - Manning Falls Hike
- El Questro - Zebedee Springs Visit
- El Questro - Emma Gorge Hike
- El Questro - El Questro Gorge Hike
- El Questro - Amalia Gorge Hike
- Mirima National Park - Park Visit
- Bungle Bungles - Echidna Chasm
- Bungle Bungles - Mini Palms
- Bungle Bungles - Welcome to Country
- Bungle Bungles - Cathedral Gorge Walk with Local Aboriginal Guide
Optional activities
- El Questro - Injid Marlabu Calls Us - AUD150
- El Questro - Chamberlain Gorge Afternoon Cruise - AUD110
- Kununurra - Triple J Cruise (Ord River Discoverer with Sunset) - AUD263
- Bungle Bungles - Helicopter Flight (from) - AUD349
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Before you book you should know
- This trip involves plenty of walking over varied terrain and is best suited to travellers with a good level of mobility. A reasonable level of fitness and being sure on your feet is necessary to participate. Good footwear (hiking boots with ankle support and closed-toe water shoes), clothing for all types of weather (sun protection and warm layers for the evening), plus perhaps walking poles are recommended for extra stability on uneven rocky terrain. Details on physical activities can be found in the daily itinerary.
- The itinerary may change depending on local conditions and weather.
- You will camp almost every night in designated campgrounds, staying between one and three nights at each location. At some campgrounds you will be required to set up your tent. All of the camping equipment you need is provided, so all you need to bring is your sleeping bag, pillow, pillowcase and bottom sheet. Facilities are basic.
- Please note that you must bring your own sleeping bag, suitable to the conditions. Please familiarise yourself with the weather conditions that are to be expected at the time of your trip. You can also hire a sleeping bag from us at an additional cost. This must be requested with your booking agent no later than 14 days prior to departure.
- It is very important that you advise us of any dietary requirements and allergies at least 2 weeks prior to departure. We need this information well ahead of time to be able organise catering for the trip. This trip’s remote location means that some food items will not be available on short notice, and once the trip has commenced changes to dietary requirements are not possible. Please also advise us of any medical conditions at the time of booking and bring along any personal medication. Please note that if you require urgent medical attention during the trip, it may take several hours or more for emergency services to attend the scene and take you to a medical facility.
START & END TIMES
This trip starts in Broome at our default pick-up location (Broome Time Resort) at 06:45am, unless you request an alternative pick-up location at least 14 days prior to departure. The trip finishes on arrival back into Broome on the last day at around 5:30pm. We recommend you arrive a day prior to the trip's departure date and onward travel should not be booked until the following day.
TRIP STYLE & SLEEPING BAG
Accommodation on this trip is twin share and is a combination of pop-up tents and permanent tents with stretcher beds and a mattress. You must bring a sleeping bag, suitable to the conditions. Please familiarise yourself with the weather conditions that are to be expected at the time of your trip. You can also hire a sleeping bag from us at an additional cost. This must be requested with your booking agent no later than 14 days prior to departure. Please also bring your own pillow, pillowcase and bottom sheet.
WALKING & TREKKING
This is a hiking trip. Please come physically prepared and with the right hiking gear in order to complete the hikes safely and comfortably. Please read the trip notes carefully and take note of the packing list.
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
A Single Supplement is bookable on this trip, subject to availability at the time of booking. The single supplement covers the nights of days 8 and 9 in Kununurra only. Camping nights are twin share.
WEATHER
Departures are all subject to regional weather conditions and road closures – usually only a concern in Apr & Oct / Nov.
LUGGAGE
Space in our vehicles is limited so please keep luggage light – bring only essentials in a small soft bag, MAXIMUM 15kg. Suitcases are NOT suitable. Excess luggage must be left in Broome or sent to a forward destination.
PARTICIPATORY CAMPING
It is important that travellers participate in setting up camp each night, though the leader can assist where necessary. The leader also appreciates the assistance of one or two group members in preparing/clearing meals. It is essential that all our groups leave the camp they stay in as they found them for the next travellers - the Kimberley is a pristine wilderness and it is our responsibility to ensure it stays this way.
DIETARY REQUIREMENTS
It is very important that you advise us of any dietary requirements and allergies at least 2 weeks prior to departure. We need this information well ahead of time to be able to organise catering for the trip. Broome's remote location means that some food items will not be available on short notice, and once the trip has commenced, changes to dietary requirements are not possible.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS
As we operate in remote areas, you will need to bring all of your own personal medications with you. While our leaders are qualified in remote area or wilderness first aid and carry satellite phones, we do not carry any emergency medications. If a person requires urgent medical attention during the trip, it may take several hours or more for emergency services to attend the scene and take you to a medical facility. If you have any pre-existing medical issues that will affect your ability to complete the trip or may have an impact on other guests’ experiences and you do not disclose these prior to the departure, we reserve the right to remove you from the trip.
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Travel and visa requirements
Campsites (10 nights), Motel (2 nights)
CAMPING
Accommodation on this trip is twin share and is a combination of pop-up tents and permanent tents with stretcher beds and a mattress. You must bring a sleeping bag, suitable to the conditions. Please familiarise yourself with the weather conditions that are to be expected at the time of your trip. You can also hire a sleeping bag from us at an additional cost. This must be requested with your booking agent no later than 14 days prior to departure. Please also bring your own pillow, pillowcase and bottom sheet.
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
A Single Supplement is bookable on this trip, subject to availability at the time of booking. The single supplement covers the nights of days 8 and 9 in Kununurra only. Camping nights are twin share.
PARTICIPATORY CAMPING
It is important that travellers participate in setting up camp each night, though the leader can assist where necessary. The leader also appreciates the assistance of one or two group members in preparing/clearing meals. It is essential that all our groups leave the camp they stay in as they found them for the next travellers - the Kimberley is a pristine wilderness and it is our responsibility to ensure it stays this way.
Broome Time Resort
1 Cable Beach Road East
Broome
AUSTRALIA
Instructions
Pick-up in the morning of day 1 will be from Broome Time Resort at 6:45am.
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