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9 Day 4WD Darwin to Broome Safari Camping Tour
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A 9 day small group
true bush camping on days of the tour to Lake
Argyle, Victoria River, Kununurra, Purnululu -
Bungle Bungles, Kimberley Gorges, Gibb River Road,
Tunnel Creek, Windjana Gorge, Echidna Chasm, Turkey
Creek, El Questro Station camp, Manning Gorge.
Tour is operated by WesternXposure who reserve
the right to assess the fitness capability of
passengers prior to tour departure
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| Tour
Name: |
9
Day 4WD Darwin to Broome Safari Camping Tour |
| Tour
Code: |
G-DB9
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| Departs: |
Darwin
6.30 am |
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Departure
Dates:
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Apr:
21 28
May: 05 12 26
Jun: 09 23 30
Jul: 07 14 28
Aug: 11 25
Sep: 01 08 15 22 29
Oct: 06 13 |
| Departure
Time: |
100%
Adventure Shop at 06:30am, Shop 2/ 52 Mitchell St,
Darwin, or hotel pick up times will be confirmed
at time of confirmation |
| Finishes: |
Broome
approx. 7.00-8.00pm |
| Finish
Time: |
Broome
accommodation evening day 9 |
| Tour
Prices: Adult |
| 1st
April 2012 - 31st March 2013 |
| Tour
Price (AUD) |
Adult |
Child |
Plus
ParkFees |
Total
Adult |
Total
Child |
Standard
(8 nights camping/ bush camping).
Tour is not suitable for children. |
| Camp
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$1950 |
N/P |
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$1950 |
N/P |
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Note:
N/S = This tour is not available to children
18 years and under.
Tour is not suitable for children. |
| All
prices are in Australian Dollars (includes
10% GST) based on per person |
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| Discounts: |
Specials:
Book here now today and receive a 5% earlybird discount.
based on tour base component. Excludes optional
extras and park fees. |
| Min
Numbers: |
4 |
| Max
Numbers: |
20 |
| Tour
Vehicle: |
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4WD
Toyota Coaster mini-bus -
(max 22 seats) - front facing air-conditioned
vehicle. |
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4WD
Mitsubishi or Isuzu- 20 seats front facing
air-conditioned vehicle.
Our 4WDs
(16 - 20 seaters) have spacious cabs with
ample legroom and forward facing seats for
increased comfort and a better view for greater
appreciation of the scenery. |
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| Suitability: |
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ATTENTION:
This tour is only for fit and active people,
who can hike 5-9kms a day over uneven terrain,
often in high temperatures. Temperatures
can be extreme i.e. very high during summer
days and very cold during winter nights.
Adventure Tours reserves the right to assess
the fitness capability of passengers prior
to tour departure. Tour is not suitable
for children. Due to the remote nature of
the Kimberley region we use bush camps with
limited facilities on some nights. There
is a STRICT LUGGAGE LIMIT of 15kgs per person,
in a backpack or soft bag.
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| Staying: |
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Semi-Permanent
Campsites -
tents must be erected by guide and passengers,
share showers and toilets, no cooking facilities
except those carried on the vehicle.
Due
to the remote nature of the Pilbara region
we use bush camps with limited facilities
on some nights
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Bush
Camps - no facilities other than those that
are carried on the vehicle. Passengers sleep
in swags (Aussie bedroll). The tour will stop
along the way at roadhouses for clients to
have a shower etc. Bushcamping
Due
to the remote nature of the Pilbara region
we use bush camps with limited facilities
on some nights
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| To
Bring: |
Tour
ticket, Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), hat
& sunscreen, towel & toiletries, swimming gear,
warm clothing in winter, water bottle, torch,
insect repellent, camera, pillow, sleeping bag
(can be hired for $30 or purchased for $50).
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Included: |
Experienced
tour guide, meals as indicated, National Park fees,
camping fees & equipment |
| Note: |
Tour
is operated as a code-share with WesternXposure.
Should the Gibb River Road and Bungle Bungle National
Park close due to seasonal weather conditions other
attractions will be substituted. |
| Places
Of Interest: |
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A
9 day small group true bush camping on days
of the tour to Lake Argyle, Victoria River,
Kununurra, Purnululu - Bungle Bungles, Kimberley
Gorges, Gibb River Road, Tunnel Creek, Windjana
Gorge, Echidna Chasm, Turkey Creek, El Questro
Station, Manning Gorge. |
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Day
1 - Darwin to Victoria River Region
Heading down from Darwin we stop at either Edith Falls for
a swim or explore Katherine (Nitmiluk) Gorge (seasonal
choice). We travel on to the Victoria River region to set
up camp. (LD)
Day
2 - Victoria River Region to Kununurra Area
Today we visit Lake Argyle, created by the Ord River Dam.
We spend time here admiring the beauty and sheer size of the
Lake before making our way to our camp in the Kununurra area.
(BLD)
Day
3 - Kununurra Area to Bungle Bungles
It's time for some 4WD action as we wind our way into the
Bungle Bungle massif. It's a rugged ride but the scenery is
fantastic and you will enjoy your first Kimberley sunset as
we set up our bush camp. (BLD)
Day 4 - Bungle Bungle National Park
It's a full day of exploration today. The rock formations
of the Bungle Bungles massif are remarkable and we visit breathtaking
Echidna Chasm and magnificent Cathedral Gorge. There's an
opportunity to view the Bungles by helicopter (own expense)
before we return to camp. (BLD)
Day
5 - Bungle Bungles to El Questro
We travel out of the Bungles to El Questro Station. Sit back
and admire the awesome scenery of the Carr Boyd and Durack
Ranges as we head to Turkey Creek and onto El Questro to set
up camp. (BLD)
Day
6 - El Questro Station to Gibb River Road
Up early we hike into the beautiful Cockburn Ranges for a
refreshing swim under the waterfall at Emma Gorge before starting
our journey over the Pentecost River and along the Gibb River
Road. (BLD)
Day
7 - Gibb River Road and Gorges
Today it's time for swimming and hiking in the Kimberleys!
We explore striking Manning Gorge and Barnett Gorge (time
permitting). Your experienced guide will use their local knowledge
to determine the most accessible gorges to explore. Tonight
we camp at Manning Gorge. (BLD)
Day
8 - Manning Gorge to Windjana Gorge
Today we explore Galvins or Adcock Gorge (seasonal) before
making our way to Windjana Gorge, known for its abundant freshwater
crocodiles. It's also our camp for the night. (BLD)
Day
9 - Windjana Gorge to Broome
We head towards the Napier Range and the fascinating 750 metre
underground tunnel of Tunnel Creek, an area rich in bushranger
history. Making tracks, we head towards Broome and stop briefly
at Willare Bridge, where a rushing torrent of water flows
in the mighty Fitzroy River (seasonal). Late afternoon we
arrive in Broome, our aim is to catch up brilliant Cable Beach
sunset. (BL)
Note:
B
= Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner.
Tour is not suitable for children.
Tour is operated by WesternXposure who reserve the right to
assess the fitness capability of passengers prior to tour
departure
Due
to the remote nature of the Pilbara region we use bush camps
with limited facilities on some nights
This tour is only for fit and active people, who can hike
5-9kms a day over uneven terrain, often in high temperatures.
Temperatures can be extreme i.e. very high during summer days
and very cold during winter nights.
Tour is operated by ATAG who reserve the right to assess the
fitness capability of passengers prior to tour departure.
Itinerary may vary and/or attractions be substituted due
to seasonal conditions, weather extremes particularly in November
and April when the Gibb River Road and Bungle Bungle NP may
be closed. Tradtional owner and national park requirements.
The above program should only be used as a guideline and
tour guides may change programs at their discretion to suit
the specific interests of their group.
Safaris must be reconfirmed by 4pm the day before travel
direct with the tour operator.
Luggage limit of 15kg in a soft bag or backpack.
Safari is operated as a code share with Western Xposure.
A large 4WD may be used (max 21 seats).
CHILD
POLICY*/ AGE RESTRICTIONS: Season 2012-2013
Note: Children 7 years
and under are not recommended to travel on any tour. Individual
requests may be considered on a case by case basis by ATAG
Pty Ltd.
Note: Children aged
8-12 years receive a discount on some tours,
Note:
Children 13 years or older pay full adult fare;
Note:
Children 12 years and under:
Are not permitted to travel on Kimberley Safaris and Kakadu
Unleashed (N/P = not permitted); P
Are not recommended to travel on the 2 Day Red Centre Highlights,
2 day 4WD Kakadu Safari or Western Australian touring other
than the Pinnacles Day Tour. (N/S=not suitable).
Requests however, may be considered on a case by case basis.
Note:
Children
under 14 years are not permitted to travel on day tours ex
Melbourne (N/P);
Note:
Children under 18 years of age are not permitted to travel
unless accompanied by an adult excluding ADL<>MEL<>SYD<>CNS,
where under 18's are not permitted to travel with or without
an accompanying adult.
Note:
Our touring partner Topdeck recommends the above tours are
suitable for passengers between the age of 18 - 39 years old.
Requests however, may be considered on a case by case basis.
Child prices for accommodated tours are based on one child
sharing an ensuite room with two adults. If one child travels
with one adult the adult rate for accommodation applies and
will be provided upon request;
Requests for child travel and pricing should be directed toinfo@australia4tours.com
Note:
The policies for children travelling on code-share tours may
vary from the above and are available on request.
Note:
Depending on age, children on tour may be required to be seated
in booster seats or other child safety accredited seating.
At all times, ATAG Pty Ltd reserves the right to not accept
children on tours due to safety concerns.
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