Itinerary – 10 Day Kimberley Adventure 2027
Including Kakadu
The Kimberley is Western Australia’s sparsely settled northern region known for its diverse and beautiful Australian landscapes. Defined by rugged ranges, dramatic gorges, rich history, semi-arid savanna, largely isolated coastline and quirky Australian landscapes that can only be found in this special part of Australia. Join us as we travel from Darwin through Kakadu and across this magnificent area before finishing at breathtaking Broome. We would love to show you everything that’s on offer!
Key:
B Breakfast Provided
L Lunch Provided
D Dinner Provided
Day 1 Tuesday 20th July 2027 D
Home – Darwin
Today we make our way to Sydney airport to board our flight (flights included) for our arrival into Darwin. Once we arrive in Darwin, we will transfer you into your accommodation at The Leea Darwin (Ph: 08 8946 0111)
Home – Darwin
Today we make our way to Sydney airport to board our flight (flights included) for our arrival into Darwin. Once we arrive in Darwin, we will transfer you into your accommodation at The Leea Darwin (Ph: 08 8946 0111)
Day 2 Wednesday 21st July 2027 BD
Darwin – Kakadu
After our morning in Darwin, we journey along the Arnhem Highway through the village of Humpty Doo known for its mango plantations and the ‘boxing croc’. Enjoy a stop at the Window on the Wetlands Visitor Centre. Here we can enjoy a panoramic view of our surrounding landscape. Continuing our day, we board a cruise aboard the Adelaide River for our ‘Jumping Crocodile’ cruise! Watch as these majestic reptiles propel out of the water before our eyes! Afternoon travel finds us in the renowned Kakadu National Park. Enjoy a stop at the rustic Bark Hut Inn and a visit to the Marrawuddi Arts & Culture before checking into our 2 nights stop over at the Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel (Ph: 08 8979 9000).
Darwin – Kakadu
After our morning in Darwin, we journey along the Arnhem Highway through the village of Humpty Doo known for its mango plantations and the ‘boxing croc’. Enjoy a stop at the Window on the Wetlands Visitor Centre. Here we can enjoy a panoramic view of our surrounding landscape. Continuing our day, we board a cruise aboard the Adelaide River for our ‘Jumping Crocodile’ cruise! Watch as these majestic reptiles propel out of the water before our eyes! Afternoon travel finds us in the renowned Kakadu National Park. Enjoy a stop at the rustic Bark Hut Inn and a visit to the Marrawuddi Arts & Culture before checking into our 2 nights stop over at the Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel (Ph: 08 8979 9000).
Day 3 Thursday 22nd July 2027 BD
Kakadu National Park
Today we visit the Anbangbang Rock Shelter to see the ancient Aboriginal rock art. It is culturally enriching to see this art and the land that was inhibited so long ago. Next on our agenda is a must do visit to the Bowali Visitor Centre where we learn more about the wildlife, culture and history of Kakudu National Park. Enjoy this afternoon at your leisure.
Kakadu National Park
Today we visit the Anbangbang Rock Shelter to see the ancient Aboriginal rock art. It is culturally enriching to see this art and the land that was inhibited so long ago. Next on our agenda is a must do visit to the Bowali Visitor Centre where we learn more about the wildlife, culture and history of Kakudu National Park. Enjoy this afternoon at your leisure.
Day 4 Friday 23rd July 2027 BD
Kakadu – Katherine
This morning as we journey south, we enjoy a visit to the interactive Warradjan Cultural Museum. This museum houses local Aboriginal art and encompasses the rich history of Kakadu.
Departing from the Kakadu National Park, we make our way to our overnight stop at Katherine known as the place “where the outback meets the tropics”. Settle into our accommodation tonight at The Contour Hotel – Katherine (Ph: 08 8972 1744)
Kakadu – Katherine
This morning as we journey south, we enjoy a visit to the interactive Warradjan Cultural Museum. This museum houses local Aboriginal art and encompasses the rich history of Kakadu.
Departing from the Kakadu National Park, we make our way to our overnight stop at Katherine known as the place “where the outback meets the tropics”. Settle into our accommodation tonight at The Contour Hotel – Katherine (Ph: 08 8972 1744)
Day 5 Saturday 24th July 2027 BLD
Katherine – Kununurra
This morning we begin heading south-west, taking us through Victoria River, to Timber Creek and across the Western Australian border before arriving at today’s destination of Kununurra. Kununurra is home to the Ord River Irrigation system which consists of over 20,000 hectares of productive agricultural land growing tropical fruits, chickpeas, sugarcane, chia seeds, sandalwood and other crops. Our home for the next 2 night will be at the Lily Lagoon Resort Kununurra (Ph: 08 9169 1092)
Katherine – Kununurra
This morning we begin heading south-west, taking us through Victoria River, to Timber Creek and across the Western Australian border before arriving at today’s destination of Kununurra. Kununurra is home to the Ord River Irrigation system which consists of over 20,000 hectares of productive agricultural land growing tropical fruits, chickpeas, sugarcane, chia seeds, sandalwood and other crops. Our home for the next 2 night will be at the Lily Lagoon Resort Kununurra (Ph: 08 9169 1092)
Day 6 Sunday 25th July 2027 BD
Kununurra Free Morning
This morning is at your leisure. There are a variety of flights available over the nearby Bungle Bungle ranges which are beehive shaped formations in the Purnululu National Park. If this isn’t to your fancy, maybe a trip into town for shopping at many of locally produced jewellers and fresh food markets.
This afternoon we trek to Lake Argyle (the source of the Ord Irrigation Scheme) where (weather permitting) we join an afternoon cruise for our return journey from Lake Argyle to Kununurra. Take in a glorious Kimberley sunset from the Ord River before returning to our accommodation for dinner.
Kununurra Free Morning
This morning is at your leisure. There are a variety of flights available over the nearby Bungle Bungle ranges which are beehive shaped formations in the Purnululu National Park. If this isn’t to your fancy, maybe a trip into town for shopping at many of locally produced jewellers and fresh food markets.
This afternoon we trek to Lake Argyle (the source of the Ord Irrigation Scheme) where (weather permitting) we join an afternoon cruise for our return journey from Lake Argyle to Kununurra. Take in a glorious Kimberley sunset from the Ord River before returning to our accommodation for dinner.
Day 7 Monday 26th July 2027 BD
Kununurra – Halls Creek – Fitzroy Crossing
Today, we will bid Farwell to Kununurra as we make our way into Halls Creek. Halls Creek is where a statue resides of a prospector named Russian Jack who was remembered for pushing a wheelbarrow carrying his sick friend over 300 miles in the Kimberley’s harsh landscape to Hall’s Creek to get medical help. He is now known as a pioneering hero. This afternoon finds us traveling along the Great Northern Hwy, crossing the longest weathering-steel bridge in Australia into the remote town of Fitzroy Crossing and tonight’s overnight stop is at the Fitzroy River Lodge (Ph: 08 9191 5141)
Kununurra – Halls Creek – Fitzroy Crossing
Today, we will bid Farwell to Kununurra as we make our way into Halls Creek. Halls Creek is where a statue resides of a prospector named Russian Jack who was remembered for pushing a wheelbarrow carrying his sick friend over 300 miles in the Kimberley’s harsh landscape to Hall’s Creek to get medical help. He is now known as a pioneering hero. This afternoon finds us traveling along the Great Northern Hwy, crossing the longest weathering-steel bridge in Australia into the remote town of Fitzroy Crossing and tonight’s overnight stop is at the Fitzroy River Lodge (Ph: 08 9191 5141)
Day 8 Tuesday 27th July 2027 BD
Fitzroy Crossing – Broome
Today’s path will sweep us into Broome. Passing many of the ‘evil’ boab trees. Legend has it that the devil plucked up the boab tree and thrust the branches into the soil and left the roots in the air giving it the look of an upside down tree. Upon arrival in Broome, the distinct buildings and the lack of traffic lights and letterboxes reflect the relaxed atmosphere of this multicultural town. Our accommodation for the next two nights will be at the Oaks Broome Hotel (Ph: 1300 822 010)
Fitzroy Crossing – Broome
Today’s path will sweep us into Broome. Passing many of the ‘evil’ boab trees. Legend has it that the devil plucked up the boab tree and thrust the branches into the soil and left the roots in the air giving it the look of an upside down tree. Upon arrival in Broome, the distinct buildings and the lack of traffic lights and letterboxes reflect the relaxed atmosphere of this multicultural town. Our accommodation for the next two nights will be at the Oaks Broome Hotel (Ph: 1300 822 010)
Day 9 Wednesday 28th July 2027 BD
Broome
Today we enjoy a leisurely day around Broome. Enjoy some free time to explore this beautiful, isolated, coastal town. Perhaps a scenic flight to the nearby Horizontal Falls, a tour out to one of the pearling farms or maybe even a trip to the local zoo showcasing some local resident crocs! We include a visit to The Pearl Luggers Museum and the Japanese Cemetery to reflect upon this vital local industry and the contribution Japanese people made. This evening, we will travel to Cable beach, named after the telegraph cable laid from Broome to Java in 1889 and where you may be surprised to see all the camels traversing the sands of the Indian Ocean.
Broome
Today we enjoy a leisurely day around Broome. Enjoy some free time to explore this beautiful, isolated, coastal town. Perhaps a scenic flight to the nearby Horizontal Falls, a tour out to one of the pearling farms or maybe even a trip to the local zoo showcasing some local resident crocs! We include a visit to The Pearl Luggers Museum and the Japanese Cemetery to reflect upon this vital local industry and the contribution Japanese people made. This evening, we will travel to Cable beach, named after the telegraph cable laid from Broome to Java in 1889 and where you may be surprised to see all the camels traversing the sands of the Indian Ocean.
Day 10 Thursday 29th July 2027 B
Broome – Home
Today marks the final day of our tour. Our coach will take you to the Broome airport for your flight back to Sydney where another of our coaches will be waiting to return you to your home.
Broome – Home
Today marks the final day of our tour. Our coach will take you to the Broome airport for your flight back to Sydney where another of our coaches will be waiting to return you to your home.
You may wish to combine this adventure with our West Coast Discovery tour that fly’s into Broome today
