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DepartsThu 1 Apr 2027Returns Fri 16 Apr 2027
Duration15 nights
OperatorOutback Spirit Tours
StyleTour
HighlightEarlybird Special: Save up to $1,600pp
An all-inclusive small group journey to one of the world's most precious wilderness regions. Visit the Horizontal Falls by seaplane with exciting boat ride. Stay at luxury lodges, travel in a 5-star…
Journeying through the Kimberley is more than just a trip - it’s a powerful connection to the spiritual heart of Australia. Travellers often describe an overwhelming sense of fulfilment after exploring this remarkable region. With its rugged escarpments, awe-inspiring gorges, and crystal-clear waterways, the Kimberley promises an unforgettable adventure that will leave you truly inspired.
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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Life in transit
Your transportsOutback Spirit
Details
Outback Spirit
Day by day
Itinerary
1
Your Adventure Begins in Broome
Greeted by your Tour Director, depart Broome this afternoon and trek towards Derby. Visit the Boab Prison Tree and Myalls Bore & Cattle Trough before checking in to the 4 star Spinifex Hotel.
Spinifex HotelLD
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Gibb River Road - Bell Gorge – Mt Hart Wilderness
Journey along the Gibb River Road through the Wunaamin Miliwundi Ranges to Bell Gorge, one of the most spectacular gorges in the Kimberley. Enjoy a guided walk, swim and admire stunning views before continuing to Mt Hart Station, a historic working cattle station established in 1914. Stay in unique safari style tents and enjoy drinks at the Settlers Bar before dinner.
Mt Hart Wilderness LodgeBLD
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Exploring Mt Hart Wilderness Lodge
Explore Mount Hart's vast wilderness in specially built open back safari trucks. Guides provide commentary on Mount Hart's National Park programs. Visit Barkers Pool, Dolerite Gorge and enjoy a picnic lunch at one of the waterholes. Afternoon at leisure with opportunity to walk and explore the gardens near the lodge area.
Mt Hart Wilderness LodgeBLD
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Galvans Gorge - Gibb River Road - Drysdale
Return to the Gibb River Road and explore Galvans Gorge with a swim. Continue along the Gibb past Mount Barnett and onto the Kalumburu Road heading north. Arrive at Drysdale River Station, which runs 9,000 head of cattle across more than 1 million acres. Spend the night in comfortable station cabins with private ensuite bathroom facilities.
Drysdale River StationBLD
5
King Edward River - Mitchell Plateau
Journey further north along the Kalumburu Road before turning off to the Mitchell Plateau. Ford the King Edward River and visit spectacular Wanjina rock art galleries. Pass through ancient Livistona palm forests on the way to Mitchell Plateau, arriving at Ngauwudu Safari Camp. A true piece of outback luxury, the camp features deluxe Safari Suites with ensuite bathrooms and quality furnishings, built in 2011 at a cost of $4 million. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon or swim in the camp's pristine waterhole before dinner.
Ngauwudu Safari CampBLD
6
Exploring Punamii-Uunpuu (Mitchell Falls)
A big walk and big highlight! After a short drive to the ranger station, set out on a 4km walking tour to the breathtaking Mitchell Falls (good level of fitness and mobility required). With expert local guides from the Kandiwal Community, discover rarely seen Gwion Gwion and Wanjina rock art galleries. The walk passes Little and Big Mertens Falls before concluding at the sensational 4-tiered Mitchell Falls. Enjoy picnic lunch and admire the thunderous falls before returning on a scenic helicopter flight (included). Return to camp for a well-earned rest and perhaps a swim in the palm fringed creek.
Ngauwudu Safari CampBLD
7
Durack and Pentecost Rivers - El Questro
Retreat from the Mitchell Plateau and follow the Kalumburu Road back to the Gibb River Road. Head east and ford the Durack River before arriving at the foothills of the Cockburn Range. Admire the stunning vista in soft late afternoon light before crossing the mighty Pentecost and heading to Emma Gorge Resort, part of the renowned El Questro Wilderness Park. Spend three nights in unique tented safari cabins dotted through the bush.
Emma Gorge ResortBLD
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Chamberlain Gorge Cruise - Zebedee Thermal Springs - Station Township
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 cheeky Archerfish before visiting Zebedee Thermal Springs for a swim in 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. Visit the station township, the hub of El Questro. Return to Emma Gorge Resort for free time before dinner in the unique alfresco restaurant.
Emma Gorge ResortBLD
9
Wyndham - Five Rivers Lookout - Parry Lagoons - Emma
Visit Wyndham and Five Rivers Lookout, boasting dramatic views out of Cambridge Gulf. En route visit Parry Lagoons, home to a vast array of birdlife. Upon returning to Emma Gorge Resort, relax in the surrounds or set off on a guided walk up to the stunning Emma Gorge Waterfall (three-hours return - good level of fitness required). A swim here is the highlight of any visit to El Questro. Rest of the day at leisure.
Emma Gorge ResortBLD
10
Kununurra - Lake Argyle - Ord River
Explore Kununurra, a town originally established to service the Ord River Irrigation Scheme. Enjoy free time in the town centre before continuing towards Lake Argyle with a visit to the Durack Homestead Museum en route to the dam wall. Enjoy a sensational three hour cruise down the Ord River with expert commentary about the Ord Irrigation Scheme and local environment. Arrive back in Kununurra at sunset.
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11
Head to the Bungle Bungles
Before departing Kununurra, 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. Begin trek south to the World Heritage Listed Purnululu National Park (the Bungle Bungles), arriving late afternoon. 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.
Bungle Bungle Savannah LodgeBLD
12
Exploring Purnululu
Explore the wonders of Purnululu, including its unique orange and black beehive shaped domes. Enjoy a breathtaking 18-minute scenic helicopter flight over the park with a bird's eye view of its astounding natural features. Enjoy a walk along Piccaninny Creek to the mind boggling natural amphitheatre of Cathedral Gorge and follow the 'dome trail' for closer inspection of the park's unique geological formations. Head to the northern region of the Bungle Bungles to visit Echidna Chasm before returning to the lodge.
Bungle Bungle Savannah LodgeBLD
13
Bungle Bungles - Halls Creek - Fitzroy River Lodge
Depart the Bungle Bungles early and backtrack along the infamous Bungles track. Head into Halls Creek and divert to Old Halls Creek to view the site of the original township where the goldrush was located, along with the famous China Wall. Return to Halls Creek for lunch and join the Great Northern Highway to the town of Fitzroy Crossing, the site of unprecedented flood events in 2023. Overnight at Fitzroy River Lodge.
Fitzroy River LodgeBLD
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Tunnel Creek - Derby - Broome
Cross the Fitzroy River to join the Leopold Downs road, which cuts through large cattle properties and forms parts of Bunuba country. Visit 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. Depart for Derby and visit the Mowanjum Art gallery before arriving late afternoon to check in to Cable Beach Club Resort and Spa for a two night stay.
Cable Beach Club Resort and SpaBLD
15
Horizontal Falls Seaplane and Boat Adventure
Start early on an unforgettable full-day adventure to the Dampier Peninsula and Horizontal Falls. Visit the Beagle Bay Aboriginal Community, home to the iconic Mother of Pearl Church. Visit third-generation Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm, learning about the rich history and culture of this family-owned business. Enjoy a tasty hot meal and free time in Cygnet Bay. Experience a breathtaking seaplane flight offering panoramic views of the stunning Buccaneer Archipelago before landing in calm waters of Talbot Bay. Expert hosts prepare two delicious meals including hot breakfast and lunch of locally sourced barramundi. Enjoy a scenic cruise through Cyclone Creek and the Horizontal Falls, followed by a refreshing swim in the marine viewing enclosure. Return to Broome for final dinner together, celebrating new friends and the adventure through the Kimberley.
Cable Beach Club Resort and SpaBLD
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Ending Where It All Began
Your tour concludes after breakfast this morning and you will be transferred according to the details specified.
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What you get for the price
Inclusions & exclusions
What’s included
Small Group Size - 20
All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) included. Complimentary beverages from a selected list included at lunch and dinner (when dining at licensed venues only).
All attraction, entry and cruise fees
Travel aboard a 5-star 4WD Mercedes Benz Coach
15 nights of hotel, resort, safari camp and lodge accommodation
Escorted by experienced and professional Tour Driver/Guide
Outback Spirit Explorer Pack (for first-time travellers only)
Not included
Airfares to/from Broome
Travel Insurance
Where you’ll stay
Accommodation
Spinifex Hotel
Mount Hart Wilderness Lodge
Drysdale River Station
Ngauwudu Safari Camp
Emma Gorge Resort
Kununurra Country Club Resort
Bungle Bungle Savannah Lodge
Fitzroy River Lodge
Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa
Stay in amazing wilderness lodge accommodation
From the operator
Common questions about this voyage
We recommend that you take out Travel insurance for unexpected incidents - Ask our Travel advisors for details.
This tour departs from Cairns, speak with one of our team about flights to get you to Cairns.
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 recommended that it be telescopic/collapsible for ease of storage.
Can I bring a sleep Apnoea (CPAP) Machine? Please advise us in advance if you require a sleep apnoea machine, so we can request the most appropriate room for you. Your machine can be brought as additional luggage.
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Our Social Getaways are small-group holidays designed especially for over-60s Australians who want the freedom of a great trip without the work of planning every detail. A Travel at 60 host travels with the group, the operator handles the logistics, and you get to focus on the bit that matters — the people, the places, and the stories you'll bring home.
Open to solo travellers too. Many of our travellers book on their own and find their feet quickly in a friendly group of like-minded Australians. Reduced single-supplement options are available on most departures — ask one of our consultants and we'll talk you through what's offered on this trip.
A friendly Travel at 60 host — an Australian face on the ground, looking out for the group from day one.
Curated local guides & boutique suppliers — the same operators we'd book for our own families.
Real itineraries, not whirlwind tours — comfortable transfers, breathing room, and the “off the beaten track” stops the big bus tours skip.
Want to talk it through? Call 1300 414 198 7 days a week, Queensland time, and one of our consultants will walk you through it.
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