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Kakadu National Park Katherine River Kalumburu Road Ord River Tunnel Creek Windjana Gorge G i b b R i v e r R d V i c t o r i a Hw y 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 Fitzroy River WA NT King Edward River Broome Drysdale River Station Purnululu National Park Darwin Bell Gorge Wilderness Lodge Mitchell Falls Wilderness Lodge Cannon Hill Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodge Hawk Dreaming Wilderness Lodge Kununurra Cicada Lodge Lake Argyle East Alligator River 2 El Questro Emma Gorge Pentecost River Durack River Sealed Road 4WD Track No. of nights stay APT's Exclusive Wilderness Lodge Cone Bay Derby 1 Day 4. Galvans Gorge, Manning Gorge, Drysdale River Station. Travel through the heart of Kimberley cattle country 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. Continue to the beautiful Manning Gorge where you can spot local birdlife as you enjoy lunch in the shade of a gum tree. Stay: Drysdale River Station. BLD Day 5. Mitchell Plateau, King Edward River, Bradshaw Art (Gwion Gwion). Travel up the Kalumburu Road towards the isolated Mitchell Plateau. Ascending the Mitchell Plateau, explore the Wandjina and Gwion Gwion art galleries. The Kimberley's rock art is arguably some of the world's oldest, with evidence suggesting the earliest occupation in the region dates back 50,000 to 60,000 years ago. Swim in the clear waters of the King Edward River. For the next two nights, stay at our Mitchell Falls Wilderness Lodge located at the top of the plateau, which is perfect for wildlife watchers. In addition enjoy the facilities of the lodge's new Ungolan Pavilion, where you can relax in the lounge, treat yourself to a drink or read up on the local culture. In the heart of the Mitchell Plateau, your accommodation is perfectly positioned beside the Pandanus palm-fringed Camp Creek, where you can enjoy a refreshing dip. Two Night Stay: EXCLUSIVE! Mitchell Falls Wilderness Lodge. BLD Day 6. Mitchell Falls, Helicopter Flight. 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. Take a dip in the river before enjoying a helicopter flight over the spectacular Mitchell Falls back to the vehicle. Alternatively, hike back with your guide. BLD Day 7. Gibb River Road, El Questro Wilderness Park. Leaving the magnificent Mitchell Plateau, rejoin the Gibb River Road. Your adventure continues as you ford the Durack and Pentecost Rivers where saltwater crocodiles inhabit the deceptively calm waters. Travel to El Questro Wilderness Park, a one million-acre property of rugged wilderness in the heart of the Kimberley. Stay two nights immersed in nature at Emma Gorge Resort in El Questro and explore this spectacular primordial setting. Two Night Stay: El Questro Wilderness Park, Emma Gorge Resort. BLD Day 8. El Questro Wilderness Park. Discover the amazing wonders of El Questro Wilderness Park today. With a local ranger, embark on a cruise along stunning Chamberlain Gorge, a fresh waterway fringed by tropical vegetation and rugged escarpments. 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. BD Day 9. Purnululu National Park, Echidna Chasm. Journey deep into Purnululu National Park, a spectacular wilderness region that is home to some of the country's most striking geological formations. Travel the Spring Creek Track and discover the magnitude of Purnululu for yourself. Hike to the awe-inspiring Echidna Chasm, a spectacular natural cleft in the rock. Narrow in width with walls reaching 100-metres high, Echidna Chasm is a must-see in the Kimberley. Continue on to APT's award-winning Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodge, located in the heart of the serene Purnululu National Park. Two Night Stay: EXCLUSIVE! Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodge. BLD Day 10. Piccaninny Creek, Cathedral Gorge. Explore the magic of World Heritage- listed Purnululu National Park and discover the depth of the Bungle Bungle Range today. Walk along Piccaninny Creek as it winds through the high walls of the Bungle Bungle domes. Your next stop is the natural amphitheatre of Cathedral Gorge, a spacious cavern reaching skyward, where the acoustics are astounding. Marvel at the majestic beehive domes as your guide brings the 20 MAX. GUESTS G U A R A N TE E D S M A L L G R O U P S Our state-of-the-art vehicles can handle the toughest Kimberley terrain with ease and safety 59 4WD ADVENTURES