The Kimberley: All-inclusive Small Group Expedition

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    DURATION
    16 days, 15 nights
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    DURATION DAYS
    16 days
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    DURATION NIGHTS
    15 nights
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    DEPARTURE MONTHS
    April 2025 - October 2026
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Western Australia's Kimberley region is a vast and rugged wilderness offering some of the most stunning and remote landscapes in the country - towering gorges, pristine beaches, and unique wildlife. The region is rich in Aboriginal culture, with ancient rock art sites and spiritual landmarks, including the Gwion and Wanjina art found throughout the area. Visitors can explore iconic natural wonders like the Bungle Bungles, Horizontal Falls, Windjana Gorge, and Mitchell Falls, while also experiencing the adventure of traveling along the famous Gibb River Road. With its vast, untamed beauty and rich history, the Kimberley is a destination for those seeking adventure, culture, and a true connection to nature.

Tour Highlights

  • Visit the Horizontal Falls by seaplane with exciting boat ride
  • Explore the Mitchell Plateau and spend 2 nights at our luxury safari camp
  • Enjoy a guided walk to Mitchell Falls via rarely seen Gwion and Wanjina cultural art sites. Includes return scenic heli flight
  • Visit the Bungle Bungles including Cathedral Gorge and Echidna Chasm
  • Visit spectacular Windjana Gorge and Tunnel Creek National Parks
  • Enjoy an Ord River adventure cruise and learn about the Irrigation Scheme
  • Travel the infamous Gibb River Road and visit Bell and Galvans Gorge
  • Discover Kununurra and Wyndham including Five Rivers Lookout
  • Spend 2 nights at the iconic El Questro Wilderness Park and explore Chamberlain Gorge, Emma Gorge and Zebedee Springs

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Travel in comfort in a 4WD All-Terrain Mercedes Benz Coach

Inclusions/Exclusions

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Outstanding Value Inclusions

  • Small Group Size - 20
  • Meals included (where specified)
  • Complimentary beverages from a selected list included at lunch and dinner (when dining at licensed venues)
  • All attraction, entry and cruise fees
  • Two spectacular scenic helicopters flights at the Mitchell Falls & Bungle Bungles.
  • Travel aboard a 5-star 4WD Mercedes Benz Coach
  • 15 nights of exceptional hotel, resort, safari camp and lodge accommodation all with en-suite bathroom facilities
  • Escorted by experienced and professional Tour Driver/Guide
  • Outback Spirit Explorer Pack featuring handy travel items
Your fare excludes:
  • T​ravel insurance
  • Airfares

Itinerary

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Day 1: Your Adventure Begins in Broome

Today you will be greeted by the friendly and professional Tour Director at the time and location specified. Depart Broome this afternoon and trek towards Derby. Visit the Boab Prison Tree and Myalls Bore & Cattle Trough before checking in to the hotel. Stay: Spinifex Hotel. Meals: L.D

Day 2: Gibb River Road – Bell Gorge – Mt Hart

Today we begin our journey along the infamous Gibb River Road. Pass through the Wunaamin Miliwundi Ranges (formerly the King Leopold Ranges) before arriving at Bell Gorge, one of the most spectacular gorges in the Kimberley. Enjoy a guided walk, have a swim and admire the stunning views before continuing on to Mt Hart Station. Steeped in history, the property was established back in 1914 as a working cattle station until it was declassified in 2000 and is now located on the lands of the Ngarinyin people. Stay for the next two nights is in unique safari style tents and this evening we enjoy a few drinks at the Settlers Bar before dinner. Stay: Mornington Wilderness Camp. Meals: B.L.D

Day 3: Exploring Mornington

Today we explore the beauty of Mount Hart's vast wilderness. Travelling in specially built open back safari trucks for Outback Spirit, we take in the true appreciation of the stunning natural landscape. Your guides will provide commentary on Mount Hart's National Park programs, we visit Barkers Pool, Dolerite Gorge and enjoy a picnic lunch at one of the waterholes. This afternoon we return to camp where the remainder of the day is at leisure with the opportunity to walk and explore the gardens near the lodge area. Stay: Mornington Wilderness Camp. Meals: B.L.D

Day 4: Galvans Gorge – Gibb River Rd – Drysdale

This morning we make our way back to the Gibb River Road before stopping to explore Galvans Gorge. After a swim we'll continue along the Gibb, heading past Mount Barnett and on to the Kalumburu Road where we begin heading north. Later this afternoon we break our journey for an overnight stop at Drysdale River Station, which runs 9,000 head of cattle across more than 1 million acres. Here we spend the night in comfortable station cabins with private ensuite bathroom facilities. Stay: Drysdale River Station. Meals: B.L.D

Day 5: King Edward River - Mitchell Plateau

Today our journey takes us further north along the Kalumburu Road before turning off to the Mitchell Plateau. After fording the King Edward River we'll visit some spectacular Wandjina rock art galleries. We then pass through ancient Livistona palm forests on our way to the Mitchell Plateau, arriving at our very own Ngauwudu Safari Camp for a relaxing afternoon or maybe a swim in the camp's pristine waterhole before getting ready for dinner. A true piece of outback luxury, Ngauwudu Safari Camp features deluxe Safari Suites with ensuite bathrooms and quality furnishings and is the most luxurious and substantial tented safari camp in the entire Kimberley. Enjoy two nights here as we discover the Mitchell Plateau and Mitchell Falls. Stay: Ngauwudu Safari Camp Meals: B.L.D

Day 6: Exploring the Mitchell Falls

A big walk today, but also a big highlight! After a short drive to the ranger station we set out on a 4km walking tour to the breathtaking Mitchell Falls (good level of fitness and mobility required). With the help of expert local guides from the Kandiwal Community, we'll discover rarely seen Gwion and Wanjina rock art galleries, with full interpretation. The walk also takes us past Little and Big Mertens Falls before concluding at the sensational 4-tiered Mitchell Falls. Upon reaching the Mitchell Falls we enjoy our picnic lunch and admire the thunderous falls before returning on a scenic helicopter flight (included). Seeing the falls from the air is an absolute highlight and a great way to finish off the walk. We then return to the camp for a well-earned rest and perhaps a swim in the palm fringed creek. Please Note: For passengers not wishing to do the Mitchell Falls walk, there is an option to fly down by helicopter. An Outback Spirit guide will still escort you. Cost is $179.00 per person (own expense). Stay: Ngauwudu Safari Camp. Meals: B.L.D

Day 7: Durack And Pentecost Rivers

Early this morning we commence our big travel day! We retreat from the Mitchell Plateau and follow the Kalumburu Road back to the Gibb River Road. From here we head east and ford the Durack River before arriving at the foothills of the Cockburn Range. Admire the stunning vista in the soft late afternoon light before crossing the mighty Pentecost and heading on to Emma Gorge Resort, part of the renowned El Questro Wilderness Park. Here we spend two nights in unique tented safari cabins dotted through the bush. Stay: El Questro Emma Gorge Resort. Meals: B.L.D

Day 8: Chamberlain Gorge Cruise – Zebedee Thermal Springs

After breakfast we'll drive deeper into El Questro wilderness park to Chamberlain Gorge, a beautiful three-kilometre long fresh waterhole bound by towering escarpment. Enjoy a 90-minute gorge cruise and feed some of the cheeky Archerfish before visiting Zebedee Thermal Springs for a swim in the crystal-clear water. Nestled against a rocky range and surrounded by palms, the Springs are one of the highlights of any visit to El Questro. Enjoy some relaxing time here before visiting the station township, the hub of El Questro. This afternoon, there is the option to set off on a guided walk up to the stunning Emma Gorge waterfall (three hours return - a good level of fitness required, but well worth it). A swim here is a highlight of any visit to El Questro, so be sure to bring your swimming attire. Stay: El Questro Emma Gorge Resort. Meals: B.L.D

Day 9: Wyndham – Five Rivers Lookout – Parry Lagoons

This morning we enjoy a visit to Wyndham and Five Rivers Lookout, boasting dramatic views out of Cambridge Gulf. En route we'll also visit Parry Lagoons, home to a vast array of birdlife. Later today we head to Kununurra and check into the Kununurra Country Club for our two-night stay. Stay: Kununurra Country Club Resort. Meals: B.L.D

Day 10: Kununurra – Lake Argyle – Ord River

This morning we have some free time in the town centre before we continue up towards Lake Argyle, with a visit to the Argyle Homestead Museum en route to the dam wall. This afternoon enjoy a sensational three-hour cruise down the Ord River with expert commentary about the Ord Irrigation Scheme and local environment. We arrive back in Kununurra at sunset and make our way back to the Kununurra Country Club Resort. Stay: Kununurra Country Club Resort. Meals: B.L.D

Day 11: Head to the Bungle Bungles

Before departing Kununurra we'll take a tour of the surrounding farming country. Drive through parts of the massive Ord River Irrigation Scheme on Ivanhoe Plains where melons, mangoes, sandalwood and other crops are grown. Afterwards, we begin our trek south to the World Heritage Listed Purnululu National Park (the Bungle Bungles), arriving late afternoon. We'll spend the next two nights at the Bungle Bungle Savannah Lodge, owned by Outback Spirit in partnership with Aviair/Helispirit. The lodge features comfortable cabins with ensuite bathrooms and is the only lodge in the park with a swimming pool. Stay: Kununurra Country Club Resort. Meals: B.L.D

Day 12: Exploring Purnululu

Today we explore the wonders of Purnululu, including its unique orange and black beehive shaped domes. First up, enjoy a breathtaking 18-minute scenic helicopter flight over the park with a bird's eye view of its astounding natural features. Afterwards, enjoy a walk along Piccaninny Creek to the mind boggling natural amphitheatre of Cathedral Gorge and then follow the 'dome trail' for a closer inspection of the park's unique geological formations. This afternoon we'll head to the northern region of the Bungle Bungles to visit Echidna Chasm before returning to the lodge. Stay: Bungle Bungle Savanah Lodge. Meals: B.L.D

Day 13: Geikie Gorge and the Fitzroy River

Departing the Bungle Bungle Range early, we head into Halls Creek where we stop for lunch. Afterwards, we turn off the highway to Mt Pierre Station where we veer onto a track leading to the Mimbi Caves. Be guided through this natural wonder which is part of the 350 Million-year-old Devonian Reef system. Listen to Dreamtime stories and learn about one of the most significant Devonian fossil sites in the world from the local Gooniyandi people. Enjoy freshly brewed tea and damper. Later, we join the Great Northern Highway to the town of Fitzroy Crossing. Stay: Fitzroy River Lodge. Meals: B.L.D

Day 14: Tunnel Creek and Windjana Gorge

This morning we cross the Fitzroy River to join the Leopold Downs Road. This road cuts through large cattle properties and forms parts of Bunuba country. Our highlight for the morning is a visit to Dimalurru (Tunnel Creek), where water has carved a large tunnel through the limestone Napier Ranges. At 750m long and up to 20m in height in places, this was formed 350 million years ago as part of an ocean reef system. We then depart for Derby, and visit an Art gallery before arriving late afternoon to check in to Cable Beach Club Resort and Spa for our two-night stay. Stay: Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa. Meals: B.L.D. * We recommend packing water/reef shoes to take part in the Tunnel Creek walk

Day 15: Horizontal Falls Seaplane and Boat Adventure

Start your day early as we set off on an unforgettable full-day adventure to the Dampier Peninsula and Horizontal Falls. Your day includes visiting the Beagle Bay Aboriginal Community, home to the iconic Mother of Pearl Church. You’ll also visit the renowned, third-generation Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm, learning about the rich history and culture of this family-owned business. Enjoy a tasty hot meal and then free time in Cygnet Bay. Experience a breathtaking seaplane flight, offering panoramic views of the stunning Buccaneer Archipelago, before landing in the calm waters of Talbot Bay. Your expert hosts will prepare either a delicious locally sourced barramundi lunch or hot breakfast at the Horizontal Falls houseboat. Throughout the day, enjoy a scenic cruise through Cyclone Creek and the Horizontal Falls, followed by a refreshing swim in the marine viewing enclosure, where you can get up close to the local marine life. After a day full of adventure and discovery, we make our way back to Broome, where the Horizontal Falls team will transfer you back to your accommodation. Stay: Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa. Meals: (B,L,D).

Day 16: Ending Where It All Began

Your tour concludes after breakfast this morning and you will be transferred to the airport or your accommodation if staying on. Meals: B


Please Note

▸ Weight limits apply to all scenic flights (you may be weighed upon boarding for verification). 

▸ The above itinerary is subject to change without notice.

Dates and Prices

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Multiple departure dates are available from 28 Apr 2025 to 17 Sep 2026

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Below pricing is based on travel in April & September 2025

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Below pricing is based on travel in April & September 2026

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Accommodation

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Ngaudwudu Safari Camp
  • Spinifex Hotel - Broome
  • Mornington Wilderness Camp - Mornington
  • Drysdale River Station - Drysdale
  • Ngauwudu Safari Camp - Mitchell Plateau
  • Emma Gorge Resort - El Questro
  • Kununurra Country Club Resort - Kununurra
  • Bungle Bungle Savanah Lodge - Purnululu National Park
  • Fitzroy River Lodge - Fitzroy River
  • Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa - Broome

FAQs

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We recommend that you take travel insurance for unexpected incidents - ask our Travel advisors for details.

Can I travel if I require special assistance or mobility aids? Passengers are required to have a reasonable level of mobility to be able to board and alight the coach unaided. Due to space restrictions aboard our coaches, we are unable to accommodate passengers who require the use of wheelchairs or walkers. Vehicles are not equipped with wheelchair ramps or lifters. Passengers requiring physical or mental assistance must be accompanied by a companion who is willing and capable of providing such assistance. Passengers can bring a walking stick, however, we recommend that it be telescopic/collapsible for ease of storage.

What walking / fitness level is required on tour? Most itineraries contain guided sightseeing walks to natural attractions. As such, passengers are required to have a reasonable level of fitness in order to participate. Walks vary in length, are undertaken during the day, can be exposed to full sun, can be over uneven, natural terrain, steps up to a lookout or vantage point and some may be over slippery rocks. If passengers feel they are unable to participate on the day, alternative arrangements will be made with adequate provision for passenger comfort and safety. Shorter walks range from 100m – 400m, longer walks and hikes range from 2 - 5km.

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