THREE DAY WEST KIMBERLEY EXPERIENCE
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HIGHLIGHTS
Gibb River Road, Derby Prison Tree, Windjana Gorge, Tunnel
Creek, Fitzroy Crossing, Geikie Gorge Darngku Aboriginal Heritage Cruise
ITINERARY
Day 1 Windjana Gorge
To discover the heart and soul of this unique
land we journey through the remote and beautiful landscape of the West
Kimberley as our guide shares stories of local history, people and the
environment. Following morning tea at Willare Roadhouse on the mighty
Fitzroy River, we visit the infamous Derby ‘Boab Prison Tree’, and also
the fascinating Mowanjum Arts and Cultural Centre, studio for many local
Wandjina artists. Travelling on up the Gibb River Road, we head for the
adventure of the Napier Range. Enjoy lunch at Windjana Gorge, before an
afternoon trek takes us deep into the heart of this majestic natural
wonder, home to an abundance of indigenous bushtucker and wildlife -
freshwater crocodiles in particular! As the sun sets, the gorge walls
reflect a warm red colour and flocks of corellas squawk overhead on
their way home over the Coolibah trees. Amongst it all, we settle in for
an evening by an open fire under the starry Kimberley night sky - this
is an unforgettable Australian experience!
Day 2 Tunnel Creek & Biridu
Community
Spend the day with our local Bunuba guide for an
insight into the region’s indigenous river culture. Tunnel Creek runs
through a remarkable cave, carved in a 350 million year old Devonian
reef system. Armed with a sense of adventure and a torch, we explore the
subterranean creek, searching for stalactites, secret caves, sleeping
ghost bats and freshwater creek life, while learning the legend of
Jandamarra, an Aboriginal freedom fighter who once used the cave as his
hideout. At the end of the cave, a pristine waterhole promises a
refreshing swim. In the afternoon, visit Old Leopold Station and
rarely-seen rock art sites, before heading to the guide’s own remote
Biridu Community for a bushtucker dinner and memorable evening of
Aboriginal stories round the campfire. This privilege is a highlight of
the trip.
Day 3 Geikie Gorge & Broome
Emerging from Biridu, we journey towards Fitzroy
Crossing to explore the spectacular Geikie Gorge, which nature carved
between the Oscar and Geikie Ranges. The Darngku Aboriginal Heritage
Cruise (two hours, included) provides a perfect view of the dramatic
gorge, together with further insight into local Aboriginal legends and
traditions. Following lunch at the gorge, we visit the old Fitzroy
Crossing before our journey back into Broome, arriving at approximately
6:30pm.
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