Broome to the Bungle Bungles
Broome to the Bungle Bungles
Broome to the Bungle Bungles
5 Days Starting and ending in Broome
Visiting: Broome, Fitzroy Crossing, Halls Creek, Purnululu National Park, Bandilngan (Windjana Gorge) National Park, Derby
Tour operator:
Tour code:
PKBB-O
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
6 - 20
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
8-99 years
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Active, Adventure Tours, Camping, Small Group, Walking Hiking and Trekking
Interests:
Activities:
From:
$1595
$1551 (USD)
The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$44
Tour Overview
A region of astounding natural beauty and great spiritual significance, Western Australia's Kimberley region is Australia untamed. And while the roads here can be rough and distances between attractions far, that doesn't mean you need to put aside weeks to travel here. This 5-day inland adventure takes in several of the Kimberley's highlight attractions, plus a whole host of lesser-known favourites. Weave through the boulders and chasms of the Bungle Bungles, spot crocodiles on a wildlife cruise through Geikie Gorge, encounter Dreamtime stories in the Mimbi Caves and learn the legend of Jandamarra on a tour of Tunnel Creek.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Geikie Gorge & Fitzroy Crossing
Location: Broome, Fitzroy Crossing
Accommodation: Camp
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Hitting the road east, stop in at Old Fitzroy Crossing before joining a local National Park Ranger on a guided cruise through majestic Geikie Gorge. Carved between the Geikie and Oscar ranges over time, Geikie Gorge is an awe-inspiring place that's home to a huge array of wildlife. Learn about the region's intriguing geology during the cruise, and be sure to keep an eye out for its freshwater crocodiles, birds and fish. In the evening, camp by the Fitzroy River and tuck into our famous Kimberley BBQ.
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Day 2 : China Wall & Purnululu National Park
Location: Halls Creek, Purnululu National Park
Accommodation: Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
En route to Purnululu National Park, stop in at the old gold rush town of Halls Creek for a gander at Australia's version of the China Wall. Purnululu is better known as the home of the Bungle Bungles, unique orange and black-striped 'beehive' formations that are over 20 million years old. On arrival there'll be time for setting up and settling into camp before witnessing a memorable bush sunset. See the evening out with a delicious dinner, then fell asleep under canvas amid the sounds of the bush.
Day 3 : Bungle Bungles
Location: Purnululu National Park
Accommodation: Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend today exploring the extraordinary landscape of Purnululu. It might be hard to believe, but up until the 1980s it was only locals who knew that the Bungle Bungles existed. To protect its unique landscape, the area was made a national park in 1987 and now has World Heritage status. We'll explore the Echidna Chasm, known for its towering Livistonia Palms, and take a short walk into Cathedral Gorge where towering rock walls create a natural amphitheatre (2-3km). In the afternoon there'll be the chance to take a scenic flight and get a birds-eye view of the beehive domes (Flight is optional and at own expense).
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Day 4 : Mimbi Caves And Fitzroy Crossing
Location: Fitzroy Crossing, Bandilngan (Windjana Gorge) National Park
Accommodation: Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Bidding farewell to Purnululu, travel to the Mimbi Caves: one of Western Australia's largest cave systems and oldest identified sites of human occupation. Located in the heart of Gooniyandi Country, these limestone caves are also of profound spiritual significance. On a guided tour through Mimbi's pools, fossils and ancient rock art, a local Gooniyandi guide will explain the concept of the Creation-time through traditional stories. At the end, share fresh damper and billy tea with the Gooniyandi traditional owners before continuing on to Fitzroy Crossing.
Day 5 : Windjana Gorge & Tunnel Creek
Location: Derby, Broome
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Following a night by the Fitzroy River we head west into Bunuba country. Once a Devonian reef, this terrain is over 350 million years old and home to a diverse array of plants and animal. Explore the 750-metre cave system of Tunnel Creek. While touring the cave and its stalactites, hear the story of Jandamarra, an Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander freedom fighter who used the tunnel as a hide-out in the late 1800s. Freshen up with a swim in the waterhole at the end of the tunnel, then travel on to the geological wonder of Windjana Gorge. Beneath gorge walls rising 90m high, enjoy a picnic lunch and search for freshwater crocodiles, local birdlife and traditional bushtucker. The Gibb River Road then takes us out of the Napier Ranges and into Broome via the Derby ‘Boab Prison Tree’ before heading back to Broome as the sun sets.
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What's Included
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Tunnel Creek exploration walk
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Permits for National Park entry, walks & gorge visits
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Guided Geikie Gorge Cruise
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Echidna Chasm Walk
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Cathedral Gorge Walk (Bungle Bungle)
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Meals
4 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 3 dinners
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Accommodation
Camping (with basic facilities) (2 nights), Camping (with facilities) (2 nights)
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Geikie Gorge - Geikie Gorge Cruise
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Bungle Bugle - Echidna Chasm Walk
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Bungle Bungle - Cathedral Gorge Walk
What's Not Included
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International Travel
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Tipping and Gratuities
Accommodation
- Camping (with basic facilities) (2 nights), Camping (with facilities) (2 nights)
Included Activities
- Permits for National Park entry, walks & gorge visits
- Guided Geikie Gorge Cruise
- Echidna Chasm Walk
- Cathedral Gorge Walk (Bungle Bungle)
- Tunnel Creek exploration walk
Transport
- All Terrain vehicle
Check out our Q&As
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
No
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Are international flights included in this tour?
No
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes if aged 15+ and accompanied by an adult
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
No
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Intrepid Travel has been taking travellers around the world for over 30 years
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Since 2002, The Intrepid Foundation has supported over 130 organisations across the world. We’re creating positive impact through the joy of travel, community and connection.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Over 50% of traveller travel solo with Intrepid. You can choose to share a room with another solo travelle of the same sex for no additional charge, or choose to pay a single supplement if you’d like your own room. Please request this when booking, and we will secure you a single supplement wherever possible. Please note, if you are booking a last-minute trip, it may be harder for us to secure a single room
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