Bungle Bungles
Be left in awe by the unique landscapes of Purnululu National Park
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Destinations
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Your Vacation Includes
- Experiences in 19 destinations
- Locally inspired dining - a total of 47 meals
- The services of an expert APT driver-guide
- Stay at APT's exclusive network of Wilderness Lodges
- Toast the day with a glass of bubbly as the sun sets over the Bungle Bungle Range
- Relax as you soak in Zebedee Springs and leave feeling revitalised
- Soar over Mitchell Falls on an included helicopter flight
- Admire ancient Wandjina and Gwion Gwion (Bradshaw) rock art
Map & Itinerary
Darwin → Broome
Signature Experiences
Designed Exclusively for APT guests
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE
These once-in-a-lifetime moments allow you to experience an unforgettable world of exclusive moments, incredible cultures and charming surprises
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Darwin
Arrive in Darwin and this evening enjoy a welcome dinner at your hotel before your fascinating journey continues.
Stay: Hilton Darwin
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Darwin, Ubirr Rock Art
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.
Keep exploring: Time stands still in ancient Kakadu National Park, where the land has many stories to teach us | Read article
Stay: Two Nights, Hawk Dreaming Wilderness Lodge
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Arnhem Land, Aboriginal Art, Cannon Hill
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.
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Katherine
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.
Stay: Katherine, Cicada Lodge
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Katherine Gorge, Kununurra
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. Afterwards, travel into Western Australia.
Stay: Two Nights, Kununurra Country Club Resort
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Lake Argyle, Ord River Cruise
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. This evening, enjoy dinner at your resort.
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Purnululu National Park
Travel to Purnululu National Park, home to the Bungle Bungle Range. Hike to Echidna Chasm, a spectacular natural cleft in the rock.
Discover the Kimberley: There’s no better way to explore this spectacular region than on foot | Read article
Stay: Two Nights, APT’s Exclusive Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodge
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Cathedral Gorge, Piccaninny Creek
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE
This evening, enjoy drinks as the sun sets over the Bungle Bungle massif.
Hike to Piccaninny Creek and through to the spectacular Cathedral Gorge. Perhaps indulge in an optional helicopter flight – own expense.
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Purnululu National Park, El Questro
Farewell the Bungle Bungle Range and travel to El Questro, a million-acre cattle station in the heart of the Kimberley. Stay two nights immersed in nature to explore this primordial setting.
Stay: Two Nights, Emma Gorge Resort in the picturesque El Questro
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El Questro
Discover the amazing wonders of El Questro today. After lunch, head to the beautiful Zebedee Springs, a permanent natural thermal spring tucked away in a secluded pocket of rainforest. Return to Emma Gorge and enjoy dinner later this evening.
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El Questro, Gibb River Road, Mitchell Plateau
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.
Stay: Two Nights, APT Exclusive Mitchell Falls Wilderness Lodge
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Mitchell Falls, Helicopter Flight
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE
Board an included helicopter flight over the tiered falls.
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.
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Mitchell Plateau, King Edward River, Ancient Rock Art
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE
Explore the Wandjina and Gwion Gwion (Bradshaw) rock art galleries.
Re-join the Kalumburu Road and travel to Drysdale River Station.
Stay: Drysdale River Station
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Manning Creek, Galvans Gorge
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.
Stay: Two Nights, APT Exclusive Bell Gorge Wilderness Lodge
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Bell Gorge
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.
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Broome
Today, journey to Broome and enjoy a farewell dinner and say farewell to your fellow travellers.
Stay: Broome, Cable Beach Club Resort and Spa
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Depart Broome
Be transferred to Broome Airport for your flight home.
Daily :We know that great service is more than just taking care of you on holiday… it’s the unprecedented warmth, care and consideration you’ll be afforded from your first call until after your return home
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