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9 Day 4WD Darwin to Broome - Darwin to Broome Tour
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The 9 Day 4WD Darwin to Broome tour has plently of adventure and it is a perfect backpacker tour departing from Darwin in Northern Territory. This tour enables you to experience some of Northern Territory, Australia and just some of the wonderful features which our country has to offer.
An an option, you can also choose to join another tour to participate in, when this tour finishes in Broome. You are then offered additional discounted tours which not only expands your backpacking adventure in Australia, but also saves you more money to explore more.
| Tour Code: | WEDB9 |
| Tour Package Cost : | View or Download 2010 / 2011 Tour Price List 1 April 2010 to 31 March 2011 View or Download 2010 / 2011 Tour Price List 1 April 2009 to 31 March 2010 AU$1745 Discounts available when making a tour reservation online |
| Payment Types : |  Credit Card & Direct Deposit (EFT) available |
| Tour Departs: | Darwin Departs from Darwin accommodation 6:30am 26 April to 25 October 2009 Sunday |
| Tour Finishes: | Broome Once you have arrived in Broome, you may want to go on a tour to another destination. Simply select the option below to view tours which depart from Broome. |
| Max People: | 21 persons on this tour. |
| What to Bring: | Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), hat & sunscreen, towel & toiletries, swimming gear, warm clothing in winter, water bottle, torch, insect repellent, camera & film, pillow, sleeping bag (can be hired for $15). |
| Vehicles Used:: | 4WD Mitsubishi or Isuzu - 16, 17 or 20 seats front facing air-conditioned vehicle. |
| Hikes Involved:: | Hikes up to 6-8kms per day |
| Tour Accommodation: | Semi-Permanent Campsites - tents must be erected by guide and passengers, share showers and toilets, no cooking facilities except those carried on the vehicle. Bush Camps - no facilities other than those that are carried on the vehicle. Passengers sleep in swags (Aussie bedroll). The tour will stop along the way at roadhouses for clients to have a shower etc. Note: You will need to arrange your accommodation for when this tour completes in Broome. |
| What's Included: | Experienced tour guides, all meals as indicated, National Park fees, camping fees & equipment. |
| Meals Included: | All meals included in this tour are indicated at the end of each day B = Breakfast | L = Lunch | D = Dinner |
| Places of Interest: | During this tour, you will visit the following areas: Lake Argyle, Kununurra, Purnululu (Bungle Bungles), Kimberley Gorges, Gibb River Road, Tunnel Creek, Windjana Gorge. |
| Notes: | Important Notice The Darwin to Broome 9 Day 4WD Safari has unique temperature, activity, and operational considerations not experienced elsewhere in Australia. The Kimberley is one of the most isolated, remote places in the world. It doesn't have the usual comforts and options of other touring areas. We think this lack of conveniences is the REAL reason to visit this area and is what makes it so special and memorable for a lifetime. This tour is suitable only for FIT AND ACTIVE people. Most people traveling on this trip are aged 18-50. It is not suitable for children. Do you meet our criteria? - I can hike 5-9kms a day over uneven terrain un-aided. - I am prepared and able to walk in high temperatures and humidity - up to and more than 35 degrees Centigrade and 90% humidity everyday. - I can sleep in a swag/bedroll with sleeping bag on the ground for 7 nights. - I'm happy use bush camps with NO TOILET OR SHOWER FACILITIES on several nights. On these nights a designated toilet area will be set up. - I will adhere to the STRICT LUGGAGE LIMIT of 15kgs per person. If you have answered no to one of the boxes, then you should reassess your commitment to the trip. Perhaps alternative travel options will be better for you ie. Accommodated, large bus coach travel. Irrespective of whether you have answered yes to all the boxes, We and/or the tour operator reserves the right to assess your fitness capability on or before the first day of travel. At this time: - Elderly passengers must have a medical certificate issued by a local Australian Doctor to be presented to us at this time showing a level of fitness and/or suitability to travel subject to the conditions above. - We will advise you to seek a refund from your booking agent with no cancellation fees of our own. In this case, we will do our utmost to assist you organizing alternative transportation. In either case our decision will be final and no further correspondence will be entered into. Thank you for your understanding and consideration. This tour also operates in reverse from Broome to Darwin. |
| Tour Itinerary: | |
Tour Day 1 - Darwin to Victoria River
We begin our adventure travelling south down "The Track" (Stuart Hwy) to Edith Falls where we break for a refreshing swim and some time to get to know each other. Travelling further south we have a short stop at Katherine Gorge before heading west towards the Western Australian wilderness. We set up camp beside the Victoria River for our first night together. Overnight bush camp. (LD)Tour Day 2 - Victoria River to Kununurra
Up early this morning as we cross the border into Western Australia. We visit the largest man made lake in Australia - Lake Argyle and explore the area before heading for the capital of the north - Kununurra and our overnight campsite. (BLD)Tour Day 3 - Kununurra to the Bungle Bungles
Explore Kununurra, the town of the Ord River Scheme and the scenic Hidden Valley National Park. Then sit back and admire the awesome views of the Carr Boyd and Durack Ranges as we head to Turkey Creek. Next it’s time to buckle up and hold on for the challenging 4WD trip into the Bungle Bungle (Purnululu) National Park for sunset over the Osmond Ranges and our camp. (BLD)Tour Day 4 - Bungle Bungle NP
We spend the full day exploring the unusual rock formations of the Bungle Bungle Ranges, visiting the unique Frog Hole, the breathtaking Echidna Chasm, and the magnificent Cathedral Gorge. There's also time for an optional scenic helicopter flight (at own expense) over the Bungles. We complete our day with another amazing sunset. (BLD)Tour Day 5 - Bungle Bungle NP to Parry Farm
Leaving the Bungle Bungle NP we take a short break at Turkey Creek before travelling onto Wyndham and the Five Rivers Lookout. Overnight camp at Diggers Rest Cattle Station or Parry Farm. (BLD)Tour Day 6 - Gibb River Road & Gorges
We tackle the punishing Gibb River Road stopping to visit the famous El Questro Station, take a walk in the beautiful Cockburn Range and swim under the waterfall in Emma Gorge. We cross the Pentecost River and travel through the spectacular ranges before heading to our overnight bush camp. (BLD)Tour Day 7 - Gibb River Road & Gorges
A day of swimming and hiking as we explore some of these striking gorges: Barnett, Manning, Galvins, or Adcock, depending on the time of year. Overnight bush camp. (BLD)Tour Day 8 - King Leopold Range - Windjana Gorge
We enjoy an early hike and swim at Bell or Leonard Gorge before experiencing the splendour of the King Leopold Range travelling to Windjana Gorge. After lunch, we wade through the icy waters of the mysterious Tunnel Creek to explore the incredible limestone formations. We camp overnight at Windjana Gorge National Park. (BLD)Tour Day 9 - Windjana Gorge to Broome
We view the abundant wildlife of Windjana Gorge including freshwater crocodiles and explore the 350 million year old fossilised reef wall rising 90 metres above the riverbed. Then we head for Derby, visiting the famous Boab Prison Tree before continuing on to Broome for sunset on beautiful Cable Beach. (BL)Tour completes in Broome
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