Kimberley and Top End

Trip Type: Land Tour
Australia | 17 Days
Starts From:

NZD 18,695.00 /Person

<p>This adventure blends two iconic Outback regions of Australia on one incredible journey. Explore Mitchell Plateau and Purnululu National Park be...

Kimberley and Top End

<p>This adventure blends two iconic Outback regions of Australia on one incredible journey. Explore Mitchell Plateau and Purnululu National Park before venturing into the Top End, where Nitmiluk Gorge and Kakadu National Park await.</p>

Arrive in Darwin and this evening enjoy a welcome dinner at your hotel before your fascinating journey continues.


Accommodation
Darwin, Vibe Hotel

Meals Included
Lunch

Location
Darwin , Australia

Depart Darwin and travel across the sweeping wetlands of the Marrakai Plains to Kakadu National Park. Today visit the sacred site of Ubirr and explore its galleries of ancient Indigenous rock art. The magnificent rock faces have been continuously painted and repainted since 40,000BC, with most created approximately 2,000 years ago.


Accommodation
Two Nights, Hawk Dreaming Wilderness Lodge

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Darwin , Australia

With a local guide, cross the East Alligator River into spiritual Arnhem Land to experience the natural beauty of the region. Later, return to Kakadu and enjoy the art and billabongs of Cannon Hill and Hawk Dreaming.


Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Darwin , Australia

Travel to stunning Kakadu, the Northern Territory’s best known national park. Cruise the famous Yellow Water Billabong. Here, wildlife abounds and local a guide will give you great insights into how the Bininj people use the flora and fauna to support their way of life. Later travel to Katherine and enjoy canapes and drinks at the beautiful Cicada Lodge, before indulging in an exceptional gourmet three-course meal.


Accommodation
Katherine, Cicada Lodge

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Darwin , Australia

Head to the beautiful Nitmiluk National Park, before boarding an unforgettable cruise through the spectacular Katherine Gorge. Discover the music, stories and ways of the local Jawoyn people as you learn about their spiritual culture.


Accommodation
Two Nights, Kununurra Country Club

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Darwin , Australia

Travel to the majestic Lake Argyle, the largest man-made lake in the Southern Hemisphere. Join a spectacular wildlife cruise on the mighty Ord River. From a modern shaded vessel, discover a fascinating ecological system that has developed from the damming of the Ord River at two locations to create an area rich in wildlife, flora and undeniable beauty.


Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Darwin , Australia

Travel to Purnululu National Park, home to the Bungle Bungle Range. Hike to Echidna Chasm, a spectacular natural cleft in the rock.


Accommodation
Two Nights, APT's Exclusive Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodge

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Darwin , Australia

Hike to Piccaninny Creek and through to the spectacular Cathedral Gorge. Perhaps indulge in an optional helicopter flight – own expense. 

Signature Experience – Sunset Drinks at the Bungle Bungle Range   

There's no better way to end a day of discovery than by watching the sunset over the Bungle Bungle Range. With a glass of sparkling in hand, see the massive beehive-shaped domes cast in a golden glow at this time of day. 

Enrich Your Experience – Bungle Bungle Helicopter Flight 

Experience breathtaking views of World Heritage-listed Purnululu National Park from above on a scenic helicopter flight. 

 


Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Darwin , Australia

Farewell the Bungle Bungle Range and travel toward El Questro, a million-acre cattle station in the heart of the Kimberley. Stay two nights immersed in this region to explore this primordial setting.


Accommodation
Two Nights, El Questro - Emma Gorge

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Darwin , Australia

This morning hike to Emma Gorge where you'll be rewarded with a swim beneath a towering droplet waterfall. Enjoy lunch at El Questro Station, before relaxing at Zebedee Springs. Enjoy dinner this evening back at Emma Gorge Resort.  

Signature Experience – Zebedee Springs Venture through a pre-historic forest of Livistona and pandanus palms before arriving at a true oasis, Zebedee Springs. This permanent natural thermal spring is tucked away in a secluded pocket of El Questro’s wilderness. Enjoy time to relax as you soak in the hot springs and leave feeling refreshed. 


Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Darwin , Australia

Journey along the Gibb River Road to arrive at Mitchell Falls Wilderness Lodge. Enjoy the facilities of the lodge’s Ungolan Pavilion, where you can relax in the lounge, treat yourself to a drink or read up on the local culture.


Accommodation
Two Nights, APT Exclusive Mitchell Falls Wilderness Lodge

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Darwin , Australia

Discover Mitchell Falls, a true highlight of your Kimberley adventure. Where possible, a local Indigenous guide will join you, providing a unique insight into the region. Begin with a hike to Little Mertens Falls to view rare Aboriginal art. Continue on to Big Mertens Falls before arriving at Mitchell Falls. SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE – Mitchell Falls Scenic Helicopter Flight Set out on a thrilling helicopter flight to see Mitchell Falls in all its splendour from above. By gaining a bird’s-eye view of this remote region, you’ll not only see this iconic four-tiered Kimberley attraction, but also the surrounding gorges, emerald water pools, and soaring red cliffs.


Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Darwin , Australia

Re-join the Kalumburu Road and travel to Drysdale River Station. SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE – Wandjina and Gwion Gwion (Bradshaw) Rock Art Admire ancient Wandjina and Gwion Gwion (Bradshaw) rock art that dates back thousands of years at a gallery in Mitchell Plateau. This artwork stakes a claim as some of the earliest figurative art, distinguished by its depiction of stick-like human figures.


Accommodation
Drysdale River Station

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Darwin , Australia

Journey to the beautiful Manning Creek where you can spot local birdlife as you enjoy lunch in the shade of a gum tree. Continue to Galvans Gorge, where a short walk leads to a picturesque waterhole. Admire the rock art adorning the gorge walls or indulge in a leisurely swim.


Accommodation
Two Nights, APT Exclusive Bell Gorge Wilderness Lodge

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Darwin , Australia

Back on the Gibb River Road, travel to Bell Gorge, where stunning cliffs surround a series of tiered waterholes. Sitting approximately 300 metres above sea level, Bell Gorge is an idyllic natural spot for swimming and photography. Here you can also enjoy a spot of bird-watching. Should you be feeling particularly energetic, you may take the opportunity to hike to the lower pool of the gorge and enjoy a relaxing dip below the cascading waterfall.


Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Darwin , Australia

Journey to Windjana Gorge, where cliffs tower above white sands, before continuing on to Broome. Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner and say farewell to your fellow travellers.


Accommodation
Broome, Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Darwin , Australia

Be transferred to Broome Airport for your flight home.


Meals Included
Breakfast

Location
Darwin , Australia

Arrive in Darwin and this evening enjoy a welcome dinner at your hotel before your fascinating journey continues.


Accommodation
Darwin, Vibe Hotel

Meals Included
Lunch

Depart Darwin and travel across the sweeping wetlands of the Marrakai Plains to Kakadu National Park. Today visit the sacred site of Ubirr and explore its galleries of ancient Indigenous rock art. The magnificent rock faces have been continuously painted and repainted since 40,000BC, with most created approximately 2,000 years ago.


Accommodation
Two Nights, Hawk Dreaming Wilderness Lodge

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

With a local guide, cross the East Alligator River into spiritual Arnhem Land to experience the natural beauty of the region. Later, return to Kakadu and enjoy the art and billabongs of Cannon Hill and Hawk Dreaming.


Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Travel to stunning Kakadu, the Northern Territory’s best known national park. Cruise the famous Yellow Water Billabong. Here, wildlife abounds and local a guide will give you great insights into how the Bininj people use the flora and fauna to support their way of life. Later travel to Katherine and enjoy canapes and drinks at the beautiful Cicada Lodge, before indulging in an exceptional gourmet three-course meal.


Accommodation
Katherine, Cicada Lodge

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Head to the beautiful Nitmiluk National Park, before boarding an unforgettable cruise through the spectacular Katherine Gorge. Discover the music, stories and ways of the local Jawoyn people as you learn about their spiritual culture.


Accommodation
Two Nights, Kununurra Country Club

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Travel to the majestic Lake Argyle, the largest man-made lake in the Southern Hemisphere. Join a spectacular wildlife cruise on the mighty Ord River. From a modern shaded vessel, discover a fascinating ecological system that has developed from the damming of the Ord River at two locations to create an area rich in wildlife, flora and undeniable beauty.


Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Travel to Purnululu National Park, home to the Bungle Bungle Range. Hike to Echidna Chasm, a spectacular natural cleft in the rock.


Accommodation
Two Nights, APT's Exclusive Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodge

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Hike to Piccaninny Creek and through to the spectacular Cathedral Gorge. Perhaps indulge in an optional helicopter flight – own expense. 

Signature Experience – Sunset Drinks at the Bungle Bungle Range   

There's no better way to end a day of discovery than by watching the sunset over the Bungle Bungle Range. With a glass of sparkling in hand, see the massive beehive-shaped domes cast in a golden glow at this time of day. 

Enrich Your Experience – Bungle Bungle Helicopter Flight 

Experience breathtaking views of World Heritage-listed Purnululu National Park from above on a scenic helicopter flight. 

 


Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Farewell the Bungle Bungle Range and travel toward El Questro, a million-acre cattle station in the heart of the Kimberley. Stay two nights immersed in this region to explore this primordial setting.


Accommodation
Two Nights, El Questro - Emma Gorge

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

This morning hike to Emma Gorge where you'll be rewarded with a swim beneath a towering droplet waterfall. Enjoy lunch at El Questro Station, before relaxing at Zebedee Springs. Enjoy dinner this evening back at Emma Gorge Resort.  

Signature Experience – Zebedee Springs Venture through a pre-historic forest of Livistona and pandanus palms before arriving at a true oasis, Zebedee Springs. This permanent natural thermal spring is tucked away in a secluded pocket of El Questro’s wilderness. Enjoy time to relax as you soak in the hot springs and leave feeling refreshed. 


Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Journey along the Gibb River Road to arrive at Mitchell Falls Wilderness Lodge. Enjoy the facilities of the lodge’s Ungolan Pavilion, where you can relax in the lounge, treat yourself to a drink or read up on the local culture.


Accommodation
Two Nights, APT Exclusive Mitchell Falls Wilderness Lodge

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Discover Mitchell Falls, a true highlight of your Kimberley adventure. Where possible, a local Indigenous guide will join you, providing a unique insight into the region. Begin with a hike to Little Mertens Falls to view rare Aboriginal art. Continue on to Big Mertens Falls before arriving at Mitchell Falls. SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE – Mitchell Falls Scenic Helicopter Flight Set out on a thrilling helicopter flight to see Mitchell Falls in all its splendour from above. By gaining a bird’s-eye view of this remote region, you’ll not only see this iconic four-tiered Kimberley attraction, but also the surrounding gorges, emerald water pools, and soaring red cliffs.


Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Re-join the Kalumburu Road and travel to Drysdale River Station. SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE – Wandjina and Gwion Gwion (Bradshaw) Rock Art Admire ancient Wandjina and Gwion Gwion (Bradshaw) rock art that dates back thousands of years at a gallery in Mitchell Plateau. This artwork stakes a claim as some of the earliest figurative art, distinguished by its depiction of stick-like human figures.


Accommodation
Drysdale River Station

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Journey to the beautiful Manning Creek where you can spot local birdlife as you enjoy lunch in the shade of a gum tree. Continue to Galvans Gorge, where a short walk leads to a picturesque waterhole. Admire the rock art adorning the gorge walls or indulge in a leisurely swim.


Accommodation
Two Nights, APT Exclusive Bell Gorge Wilderness Lodge

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Back on the Gibb River Road, travel to Bell Gorge, where stunning cliffs surround a series of tiered waterholes. Sitting approximately 300 metres above sea level, Bell Gorge is an idyllic natural spot for swimming and photography. Here you can also enjoy a spot of bird-watching. Should you be feeling particularly energetic, you may take the opportunity to hike to the lower pool of the gorge and enjoy a relaxing dip below the cascading waterfall.


Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Journey to Windjana Gorge, where cliffs tower above white sands, before continuing on to Broome. Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner and say farewell to your fellow travellers.


Accommodation
Broome, Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Be transferred to Broome Airport for your flight home.


Meals Included
Breakfast

Departing

Finishing

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Room Type: TWIN
Adult Price: NZD 19,245.00
Room Type: DOUBLE
Adult Price: NZD 19,245.00

Room Type: TWIN
Adult Price: NZD 19,245.00
Room Type: DOUBLE
Adult Price: NZD 19,245.00

Room Type: TWIN
Adult Price: NZD 19,245.00
Room Type: DOUBLE
Adult Price: NZD 19,245.00

Room Type: TWIN
Adult Price: NZD 19,245.00
Room Type: DOUBLE
Adult Price: NZD 19,245.00

Room Type: TWIN
Adult Price: NZD 19,245.00
Room Type: DOUBLE
Adult Price: NZD 19,245.00

Price: NZD 18,695.00

Room Type: TWIN
Adult Price: NZD 19,245.00
Room Type: DOUBLE
Adult Price: NZD 19,245.00

Room Type: TWIN
Adult Price: NZD 18,695.00
Room Type: DOUBLE
Adult Price: NZD 18,695.00
Provided by
APT
Reference Code:
GKB17R
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Destination Details
Australia | 17 Days