2013 - APT Kimberley Wilderness Adventures

Darwin Litchfield National Park Katherine 1 Bell Gorge Windjana Gorge Broome Western Australia Immerse in nature at Litchfield Park's Florence Falls Day 7. Kununurra, Ord River Scheme. Travel to Kununurra, the gateway to the eastern Kimberley, and some of the Kimberley's most striking natural landscapes. Drive past the farms of the Ord River Scheme, one of Australia's great engineering feats. You'll then have time to relax in the tropical surrounds of Kununurra Country Club Resort before a sumptuous dinner. Two Night Stay: Kununurra Country Club Resort, Kununurra. BLD Day 8. Lake Argyle, Ord River Cruise. Enjoy some leisure time this morning to relax at the resort or explore the township of Kununurra. Then we'll journey to see Australia's only inland sea, Lake Argyle. With a capacity of 10,760 million cubic metres of water, Lake Argyle is also Australia's largest man-made reservoir. Here, you'll board a boat and enjoy a spectacular wildlife cruise down the Ord River, absorbing the relaxing landscapes. Keep a look out for the diverse wildlife of the area, including crocodiles and an abundance of birdlife. EXTEND YOUR STAY Horizontal Falls Tour Code: GKH3 Stay two nights at Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa. Enjoy a seaplane flight and boat ride through Horizontal Falls. Includes a dinner and breakfast daily. From $1,495 p/p twin share. Cape Leveque Tour Code: GKL3 Explore the remote beauty of Cape Leveque with a full day 4WD tour, staying two nights at Broome's Cable Beach Resort & Spa with breakfast daily. From $895 p/p twin share. Pearls & Camels Tour Code: GKB3 Enjoy a pearl farm tour and a sunset camel ride along Cable Beach. Includes two nights at Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa with breakfast daily. From $795 p/p twin share. Independent touring. Enquire for further details. EL QUESTRO HOMESTEAD UPGRADE! Stay two nights at this luxurious homestead, with gourmet meals, drinks and most activities included. This upgrade replaces accommodation and touring at Emma Gorge Resort. Additional $1,695 twin share; $3,050 solo trav. GHAN EXTENSION Enjoy one of the world's most exciting rail adventures aboard The Ghan with a journey from Darwin to Adelaide in Gold Kangaroo Class. Please enquire for prices and details. Additional accommodation may be required. Day 9. Northern Territory, Nitmiluk National Park, Nabilil Dreaming Sunset Cultural Cruise. Depart Kununurra and cross the border into the Northern Territory on the way to Nitmiluk National Park. This stunning wilderness sanctuary is home to the spectacular Katherine Gorge, a series of 13 sandstone gorges carved over a billion years by the Katherine River. Step aboard the unforgettable Nabilil Dreaming Sunset Cultural Cruise, during which your guide will detail the region's rich flora and fauna while you enjoy a delicious dinner on board. Stay: all Seasons Hotel, Katherine. BD Day 10. Adelaide River, Litchfield National Park, Darwin. Journey to historic Adelaide River, view the war cemetery before heading into magnificent Litchfield National Park. Visit Florence Falls, and perhaps enjoy a refreshing swim at the base of Wangi Falls. You'll also be able to view the lines of Magnetic Termite Mounds that rise out of the ground in unusual uniformity. Then, travel north to Darwin where your tour concludes. BOOK BY 31 DEC. 2012 SAVE $200# per couple Travel May or September 2013 SAVE $100# 2013 DEPARTURES BD GBD10 – 10 Day Tour May 4*, 17, 30*; June 8, 20*; July 4, 16*, 25; Aug. 6*, 11, 22*, 22; Sept. 3*, 15. *Operates in reverse direction, Darwin to Broome. Code GBD10R. Refer to page 64. PRICES (AU$) Includes all sightseeing, park fees, cruises, meals as specified, permits & accommodation. To 31 March 2014 10 Day GBD10 Twin Share $5,395 BL # Solo Traveller $6,595 APT Club Members – SAVE $100 per person. TOUR NOTES See pages 10-11 for details. This tour includes mainly easy walks and some more moderate. Weather events may cause disruptions to itinerary, especially in remote locations. See page 83 for terms & conditions. # per couple Travel June, July or August 2013 Wilderness Lodge 1 El Questro 2 Kununurra 2 Purnululu National Park 2 1 Fitzroy Crossing Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodge 1 2 Geikie Gorge Northern Territory 4WD Track Sealed Road No. of nights stay World Heritage Area APT Wilderness Lodge STAY LONGER IN BROOME & DARWIN Extend your trip with an overnight stay at Broome's Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa at the start of your tour, as well as a night in Darwin at the Mantra Pandanas at the end of your tour. Price includes full buffet breakfasts. 2 night price from $390 per person, twin share. www.kimberleywilderness.com.au 63 G i b b d R i v e r R

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