Classic Kimberley Sunset
WINDJANA & TUNNEL CREEK INSTYLE 1 DAY
Price from: $582.27 pp
- • Picnic Lunch
• Guided tour of Windjana Gorge
• Guided Tour of Tunnel Creek
- Price: NA
- May – Oct
- This tour is currently not operating. Alternatively we recommend our 2 Day Geikie Gorge & Tunnel Creek Experience.
TOUR ITINERARY
Prison Boab Tree
Day 1 – Depart Broome
Departing Broome after breakfast, we head east towards the Kimberley gorges. As we travel through the remote and beautiful landscape, your personal guide shares stories of local history,
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Departing Broome after breakfast, we head east towards the Kimberley gorges. As we travel through the remote and beautiful landscape, your personal guide shares stories of local history, people and the environment. Enjoy a break at Willare Roadhouse on the mighty Fitzroy River and visit the notorious Derby ‘Boab Prison Tree’, a significant historical site of the West Kimberley.
This tree, believed to be over 1500 years old and measuring almost 15 metres in girth, is a relic of some cultural sensitivity due to its use as a prison for local Aboriginals during the era of Kimberley pioneers. We make the short detour into the remote outback town of Derby where we will visit the wharf precinct – known for some of the highest tidal movements in the world.
DAY 1 - DEPART BROOME
Prison Boab Tree
Departing Broome after breakfast, we head east towards the Kimberley gorges. As we travel through the remote and beautiful landscape, your personal guide shares stories of local history, people and the environment. Enjoy a break at Willare Roadhouse on the mighty Fitzroy River and visit the notorious Derby ‘Boab Prison Tree’, a significant historical site of the West Kimberley.
This tree, believed to be over 1500 years old and measuring almost 15 metres in girth, is a relic of some cultural sensitivity due to its use as a prison for local Aboriginals during the era of Kimberley pioneers. We make the short detour into the remote outback town of Derby where we will visit the wharf precinct – known for some of the highest tidal movements in the world.
Windjana Gorge
Windjana & Tunnel Creek
Departing early in the morning from Broome traveling towards the Napier Range before we arrive at Windjana Gorge, then onto a 750-metre cave system carved through the Napier Range, known as Tunnel Creek.
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Departing Broome after breakfast, we head east towards the Kimberley gorges. As we travel through the remote and beautiful landscape,
your personal guide shares stories of local history, people and the environment. Enjoy a break at Willare Roadhouse on the mighty Fitzroy
River.
Before long we hit the Gibb River Road, traveling towards the picturesque Napier Range. Once a Devonian reef, these mountains are over 350 million years old and home to a diverse array of animals and plants. The perfect place to experience the stunning natural beauty of an
outback oasis is the 3.5km geological wonder of Windjana Gorge. Beneath gorge walls rising 90m, we search for freshwater crocodiles, local birdlife.
After a short drive from Windjana Gorge, we explore Tunnel Creek, a 750-metre cave system carved through the Napier Range, in which we
discover secret caves and subterranean wildlife. It is here we also learn the legend of Jandamarra, an Aboriginal freedom fighter who used
the tunnel as a hideout in the late 1800’s.
As dusk approaches, it’s time to depart this fascinating and spectacular area of the west Kimberley as you relax and enjoy the spectacular
sunset as it transforms the Boab trees on our journey back to Broome.
PICTURESQUE NAPIER RANGE
Windjana Gorge
Departing Broome after breakfast, we head east towards the Kimberley gorges. As we travel through the remote and beautiful landscape,
your personal guide shares stories of local history, people and the environment. Enjoy a break at Willare Roadhouse on the mighty Fitzroy
River.
Before long we hit the Gibb River Road, traveling towards the picturesque Napier Range. Once a Devonian reef, these mountains are over 350 million years old and home to a diverse array of animals and plants. The perfect place to experience the stunning natural beauty of an
outback oasis is the 3.5km geological wonder of Windjana Gorge. Beneath gorge walls rising 90m, we search for freshwater crocodiles, local birdlife.
After a short drive from Windjana Gorge, we explore Tunnel Creek, a 750-metre cave system carved through the Napier Range, in which we
discover secret caves and subterranean wildlife. It is here we also learn the legend of Jandamarra, an Aboriginal freedom fighter who used
the tunnel as a hideout in the late 1800’s.
As dusk approaches, it’s time to depart this fascinating and spectacular area of the west Kimberley as you relax and enjoy the spectacular
sunset as it transforms the Boab trees on our journey back to Broome.
Our 4WD Touring Vehicles
What to Bring
- Small day pack
- Light comfortable clothing
- A broad-rimmed hat for all round sun protection
- Swimming costume
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Personal water bottle – at least 750ml recommended
- Personal medication
- A pair of shoes/sandals that you don’t mind getting wet for Tunnel Creek Tours (Kimberley Tours)
- Overnight tours:
- Luggage allowance is 12kg per person for Small Group Tours* in a soft sided bag. Tours with included joining or departing scenic flights the maximum luggage limit is 10kg per person. One additional day bag is permitted per person. *Private Tours – contact us for more information
- Fleece & long trousers for cool evenings
Wilderness Adventures
Your Small Group & Private 4WD Adventure Includes:
- All Sightseeing, Park Fees, Tours & Meals as Specified
- Transport in a Fully Equipped & Comfortable 4WD Vehicle
- Pick up & Drop off at your Accommodation
- Services of a Friendly & Experienced Driver Guide
- Drinking Water & Snacks whilst on tour
- Hand Sanitiser & On Tour Hygiene Procedures
What’s not included:
- Items of a Personal Nature
- Optional Activities
- Personal Travel Insurance
Private Guided Touring
Important Notes:
- Departures and itineraries are subject to change, regional weather conditions & road closures: Indigenous communities & activities may be closed or cancelled with little notice due to cultural or other reasons
- Minimum 2 Guests Maximum 8 Guests
- Personal Travel Insurance covering medical / emergency / cancellation & loss is strongly recommended
- Some itineraries involve some clambering over rocks, through water & walking on un-even ground. A reasonable level of fitness is advised however options can be arranged to suit most guests abilities.
- All tours operated by 3rd parties are subject to that operator’s terms & conditions and availability. Changes & cancelations can occur with little notice
- The Kimberley climate during our touring season coincides with ‘the Dry’. Generally the temperature ranges between 28-32º C during the day & may drop down to below 6º C during the night. It may be considerably warmer during September & October as ‘the Wet’ approaches.
- South West climate is generally Mediterranean, with cool & wet Winters & hotter dry Summers.
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