13 Day Kimberley & Top End Discovery
This tour is categorised as 3 out of 5
Balanced exploration with walking tours: Our most popular style, this tour offers a good mix of planned activities and free time. Expect moderate daily walking tours, so pack comfortable shoes.
As a general requirement across all of our trips, you may be required to walk up and down stairs, get on and off transportation, handle your own luggage, and participate in all scheduled sightseeing that may be conducted on uneven ground and terrain. Any physical ailments you may have must be disclosed at the time of booking to determine your suitability and where required, supporting documentation may be requested to ensure that we are comfortable that you will enjoy your trip.
On these packages you will travel from city to city on your own, exploring at your own pace. We have arranged transportation in most cases and day tours for you to see the destination. Enjoy the time and flexibility to linger longer or pick up the pace and see as much as possible. The choice is yours.
✓ Incredible sightseeing, visit Willie Creek Pearl Farm, fly low over the Bungle Bungles, explore the ancient landscapes of Kakadu, see the spectacular falls of Litchfield National Park
✓ 12 nights accommodation in comfortable 3-4 star hotels
✓ Included flights from Broome to Kununurra to Darwin
✓ Bucket-list flight over the beehive domes of the Bungle Bungles
✓ Spectacular cruise on the mighty Ord River in the heart of the Kimberley
✓ See the jumping crocs on your Adelaide River cruise
✓ Travel deep into the iconic Kakadu and Litchfield National Parks
✓ In depth day tours with sightseeing as per itinerary
Travel with the experts for a carefully curated, value-packed discovery of the world's most iconic destinations. Our tours are bursting with must-see sights, rich experiences and quality inclusions, all at an unbeatable price. Bucket list dreams are ticked off on these all-encompassing journeys.
Welcome to Broome! On arrival, please make your own way to your accommodation. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Check in & arrival information
A taxi from Broome airport to your accommodation costs approximately $20-23 per car. Hotel check in is at 2pm. Should you arrive earlier than this, hotel staff will do all possible to check you in as soon as possible. If your room is not available before check-in time, you are welcome to leave your luggage in storage and explore the surrounding area.
Is this trip right for you?
This package runs as an independent tour. On these packages you will travel from city to city on your own, exploring at your own pace. We have arranged transportation in some cases and day tours for you to see the destination. Enjoy the time and flexibility to linger longer or pick up the pace and see as much as possible. While other customers might be doing the same package, you will not be travelling as a group and maybe located in different hotels and undertaking day tours at different times.
Today is yours at leisure to explore Broome and surrounds. Alternatively, you may wish to join an optional tour to the incredible Horizontal Falls (subject to availability).
Experience the incredible Horizontal Falls and pristine beauty of the Kimberley with our flexible half-day tour. Choose between a morning or afternoon departure.
Enjoy low level flying over the amazing islands of the Buccaneer Archipelago and Cape Leveque before your Seaplane lands safely in the calm waters of Talbot Bay. Your tour continues with a thrilling boat ride through the Horizontal Waterfalls, plus a relaxed island cruise followed by the shark show and swim in our marine viewing enclosure.
Located 38 kilometres north of Broome, Willie Creek Pearl Farm is perfectly situated on the scenic and protected tidal estuary of Willie Creek. With ever-changing scenery, wildlife and an array of things to do, Willie Creek Pearl Farm offer a fantastic day out.
Our award-winning tour shows guests first-hand how we produce pearls at our commercial sea-lease. Guides accompany guests all the way and show the process of culturing pearls from collection and spawning of oysters in our hatchery through to harvesting and the final product, stunning pearl jewellery.
A demonstration using a live pearl oyster is given to reveal the technical and complex operation involved in starting the pearl process. Guests cruise the azure waters and view farming operations at Willie Creek Pearl Farm.
Enjoy another day at leisure in Broome, or take part in one of our fascinating optional tours.
The Dampier Peninsula is a delight for travellers seeking a real Kimberley experience that is culturally rewarding in a beautiful environment. As we journey north, travellers will learn about the area’s fascinating place in Australia’s history. Enjoy morning tea in the Beagle Bay Aboriginal Community, home to the Sacred Heart Church and its glimmering pearl shell altar. Completed in 1918, this ‘Mother of Pearl Church’ is inspired by German architecture and a team of Aboriginal women worked under the direction of a German priest to decorate the interior with mother of pearl, cowrie, voulte and olive snail shells to create a unique mosaic that features the totem symbols of the Nyul Nyul, Nimanborr and Bardi people as well as Christian symbols.
We then travel on to the Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm. Established in 1946, this is the only working pearl farm open to the public, Cygnet Bay offers an introduction to the history and cultivation of the world’s finest pearls during an in-depth Pearl Farm Tour. Relax and enjoy a delightful lunch prepared by the chef at Cygnet Bay’s licensed restaurant, overlooking the turquoise waters of King Sound. After lunch, head to the One Arm Point Aboriginal Community. Enjoy a refreshing dip at Jologo Beach, spot dolphins and turtles from the Round Rock viewpoint and tour Ardyaloon Trochus Hatchery & Aquaculture Centre, perched right on the tip of One Arm Point overlooking the impressive Buccaneer Archipelago, witnessing the huge tidal flows of the Kimberley – the largest in the southern hemisphere!
We then reboard the vehicle for our journey back to Broome, arriving at approximately 6.00pm.
Tour Starts: approx: 6:30am (return approx 6pm)
Duration: approx: 11.5 hours
Includes: Lunch, Morning Tea and Afternoon Snack.
Throughout June, July & August, departures on a Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday are Guaranteed, while departures on a Monday, Wednesday & Friday require a minimum of 6 travellers to proceed
Enjoying full commentary, we begin in Chinatown hearing fascinating stories of this colourful precinct. Learn about the ancient art of pearling from one of the local pearl producers, Cygnet Bay, and enjoy a historical sound show at the famous Sun Pictures, the worlds oldest operating open air picture garden (now listed in the Guinness World Records).
We take a drive through Old Broome to view typical Broome architecture and old Pearling Masters homes then view the aqua waters of Roebuck Bay at Town Beach and learn of Broome’s One Day War. We then stop at Matsos Broome Brewery to sample their hand made ales and famous ginger beer (complimentary tasting included). Afterwards, visit the tranquil Japanese Cemetery and take an easy paced walk at Gantheaume Point known for dinosaur footprints and the story of Anastasia’s Pool.
Please make your own way to the airport to catch your flight from Broome to Kununurra.
Upon arrival, please make your own way to your hotel in Kununurra.
Cruising the 55km to Lake Argyle, you will marvel at the spectacular scenery, wildlife, flora, and fauna found along the way, including the elusive freshwater crocodile! Remaining on the boat at the base of the Ord Top Dam, you will cruise back towards Kununurra, stopping for afternoon tea at our riverside camp.
Scenic photographers will appreciate the contrast in colours as the light changes the way the gorges and ranges look on the return journey. We will return you to your Kununurra accommodation at around 6.00pm after enjoying an East Kimberley sunset on board the boat.
From an aircraft, Purnululu National Park is an imposing sight. This 2 hour scenic flight takes you on an unforgettable adventure over the Bungle Bungle Range, Lake Argyle, the Argyle Diamond Mine and Ord River Irrigation Area. You will also fly over the stunning Carr Boyd Ranges, Osmand Ranges, the Ord River, and the Bow River.
Your aircraft is an air-conditioned, high wing, beautifully presented aeroplane offering comfort, safety, and spectacular viewing opportunities.
This award winning scenic flight from Kununurra to the Purnululu National Park is an exhilarating adventure taking in the Kimberley's best scenic views.
Your scenic flight by plane already includes incredible views of the Bungle Bungles. Take your experience to the next level and enjoy a thrilling 30 minute helicopter flight over the Bungle Bungle Range, perfect for photos and an up close and personal look from above.
Duration: approx: 30 minutes
Operates (Months): April - October (If you're travelling outside these periods this option is not available)
Operates (Days): Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun (If you're travelling outside these periods this option is not available)
Enjoy a relaxing free day to explore more of the region.
Please make your own way to the airport to catch your flight from Kununurra to Darwin.
Kununurra airport transfer: Your hotel will transfer you to the airport in order to meet your flight (additional expense may apply depending on your hotel). Please reconfirm your departure time with reception 24 hours prior.
On arrival in Darwin: Please make your way to your hotel for check-in. Your hotel is located approximately 10km from Darwin Airport and a taxi ride will cost you between $25 and $35.
Join us on the adventure of a lifetime as we uncover the very best Kakadu has to offer. We leave tropical Darwin travelling through the rich floodplains towards Kakadu National Park, this 20,000 square kilometre area is teeming with wildlife, important Aboriginal rock art sites, and diverse landscapes.
Our first stop on the Jumping Croc Cruise on the Adelaide River. a truly exhilarating and unique experience get up close and personal to some of nature’s most aggressive and dangerous wildlife located in the naturally occurring waterways of the Northern Territory.
We’ll stop in at the Bowali Visitor Centre and Murrawuddi Gallery to learn more about the rich Indigenous culture and history of this special place and break for lunch (at the guest’s own expense). We’ll visit the famous Cahills Crossing in search of crocodiles at this eye-opening stretch of water, the only road access point between Arnhem Land and Kakadu National Park.
Visit the World Heritage Listed, sacred site Ubirr rock art. Home to some of the oldest and best-preserved rock art galleries in the world. Dating back some 20,000 years and discovering the hidden secrets with a guided walk.
Enjoy a free day in Darwin.
Enjoy a 2.5 hour sunset dinner cruise on the Darwin Harbour.
With beautiful views of the Top End city, there is no better way to experience Darwin’s renowned sunsets than on board the Charles Darwin.
Enjoy a Territory-style dinner with fresh seafood and local produce. This two and a half hour cruise is the perfect way to experience Darwin’s world-famous sunsets.
Journey with us to the Litchfield National Park, home to some of Australia’s most spectacular and stunning waterfalls. Enjoy the breathtaking views, iconic magnetic termite mounds and crystal clear pools. If you’re a keen bird-watcher, then come immerse in the wetlands of Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve. Home to an abundance of native wildlife and fascinating rare birds.
In this Litchfield National Park Tour, guests will have the opportunity to journey through some of Australia’s most diverse landscapes, sandstone pillars, panoramic floodplain views, picturesque waterfalls, and the bustling plant and animal life.
Explore the famous cascading plunge pools of Florence Falls, nestled in monsoon forest, and cool off in the pool at Wangi Falls.
Today your Kimberley and Top End discovery comes to an end. At the appropriate time make your way to the airport or continue your onward journey. Darwin Airport is located approximately 10km from your hotel and a taxi ride will cost you between $25 and $35.
Secure your trip with a $99.00 deposit per person.
Once we receive your deposit, we will send you an invoice with your remaining balance and payment options.
Instalment Schedule:
Fitness Requirements
While the tour itinerary should give you some guidance and overview to the expected requirements, to determine if this tour is right for you we categorise each of our tours in terms of their intensity. These guidelines are to ensure that each tour group is conducted as expected and to ensure the overall satisfaction of all Inspiring Vacations customers.
As a general rule, porterage is not included, therefore at all times you are expected to handle your own luggage where help may not be available.
This particular tour is categorised as a “3”.
3 – Moderate Tour: A good level of fitness and mobility is required, as this tour includes a moderate level of physical activity and is considered a medium-fast paced tour. You should be able to walk up and down stairs, get on and off the coach and able to walk reasonable distances of approximately 2 kilometres per day or more with ease. Any physical ailments you may have must be disclosed at the time of booking to determine your suitability. If you have any form of walking aids, other than a walking stick or hiking poles, then this tour is not suitable.
Accommodation
The accommodation listed is subject to change. Any changes will be of an equal or higher standard. Bedding configurations (double or twin) are requests only. All efforts will be made to meet your preferences, however any changes are beyond our control.
Single Supplement
Single supplement is $2,400.00 per person, in addition to the twin-share price.
Triple Share
Not available.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is recommended to protect yourself against the unexpected. In addition to the support that a policy may provide, you may be asked to present a copy of your travel insurance documentation while traveling.
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Note that Inspiring Vacations cannot provide advice with regards to any insurance product.
Children
Children must be 5 years old or above and share a room with parents at all times. Children are charged the same price as adults.
Group Size
Maximum of 60 people
When travelling with a group, no matter the size, we ask you to be understanding of the various needs and preferences of your group - patience with your fellow travellers is sometimes required for the benefit of everyone's travel experience.
Bedding requests
We do our best to meet your bedding preference, however, bedding configurations (double or twin) are requests only and cannot be guaranteed. All efforts will be made to meet your preference, however, any changes are beyond our control and limited by the hotel facilities and availability.
Tour Styles - This package is an Independent style.
To meet the needs of various types of travellers, we choose to operate various types of tours and depending on your selected package will mean different services are provided throughout your trip. The following descriptions of each tour style we hope will ensure that each traveller has appropriate expectations before they start their travels:
Who is operating this package
We have partnered with a wide range of third party operators who assist in fulfilling your booking and delivering an enjoyable on-tour experience. Each package will consist of multiple operators meaning both guides and fellow travellers may change day to day. But don't worry, regardless of the operator, you'll be in good hands to experience the most out of each destination.
To enhance your journey, we are offering guests a choice of the following optional activities (prices are per person):
Optional tours can be selected once you have finalised your tour purchase and paid your deposit. When completing your Passenger Booking Form, you will be asked if you would like to add Optional Tours, where any applicable cost will be added to your final balance. If you choose not to select them at this time, you can choose to add them later by logging in to your Account online.
Please note that you must select your Optional Tours no later than 70 days before departure, after which you will be required to purchase them on tour. Please keep in mind that anything purchased on-tour is subject to availability and prices may vary as you will be paying in local currency. We appreciate your understanding.
You can enhance your holiday by arriving early or staying longer upon conclusion of the tour. On this tour you can choose from the following options:
Pre and post hotel accommodation
Please note: Pre and Post Hotel can only be added at the time of your original booking request. Rates are on request and will be subject to availability at the time of booking.
This package is sold as land only, however you do have the option of adding domestic & international airfares to your booking. Simply click on’ book now’, and under upgrades , you will be asked “Would you like us to contact you around our flight service?”. By selecting this option Inspiring Vacations will contact you to discuss adding flights to your chosen destination. We can then assist with turning your booking into a flight inclusive package.
Upon completing the purchase of your package and fulfilling the following booking requirements, you will be granted access to our flight portal via your Traveller Hub.
Once these criteria have been met, access will be made available to you via Traveller Hub to book your flights via our flight portal.
The following requests are able to be processed through the online flight portal:
The online flight portal is unable to process the following requests and you must book these yourself independently:
Online check-in
Some airlines may not permit online check-in where flights have been booked by a travel company. Where unavailable to do so online, you will be required to check-in at the airport. Inspiring Vacations cannot check-in online on behalf of our customers.
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