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Kimberley and Top End

17-Day Australia 4WD Tour

  • APT Tours & Cruises

From: $16,895

Save $0 – Twin Share (Per Person)

  • Trip Length: 17 Days
  • Trip Starts: Darwin
  • Trip Finishes: Broome

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Overview

This adventure blends two iconic Outback regions of Australia on one incredible Small Group Tour with a maximum of just 22 guests. Explore Mitchell Plateau and Purnululu National Park before venturing into the Top End, where Nitmiluk Gorge and Kakadu National Park await.

Itinerary

Arrive in Darwin and enjoy a welcome dinner this evening at your hotel.

Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Darwin, Vibe Hotel

Depart Darwin and travel across the sweeping wetlands of the Marrakai Plains to Kakadu National Park. 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.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Two Nights, Hawk Dreaming Wilderness Lodge

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.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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 canapés and drinks at the beautiful Cicada Lodge, before indulging in an exceptional gourmet three-course meal.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Katherine, Cicada Lodge

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.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Two Nights, The Cambridge Hotel

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.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Travel to the World Heritage-listed Purnululu National Park, home to the Bungle Bungle Range. Hike to Echidna Chasm, a spectacular natural cleft in the rock. Your accommodation for the next two nights is at APT’s luxury Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodge, boasting outstanding access to the spectacular beehive domes of the Bungle Bungle Range, Picaninny Creek, Echidna Chasm and Cathedral Gorge. The lodge features comfortable tented cabins with a private en suite with hot water and a flushing toilet, as well as a private deck to sit and admire the scenery of the surrounding bush. Who says you have to compromise on comfort out in the wilderness?

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Two Nights, APT’s luxury Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodge

Explore the magic of Purnululu for yourself and discover the depth of the Bungle Bungle Range. Created by the constant erosion of river movements over 20 million years, the range has both geological and Indigenous cultural significance. Start with a walk along Piccaninny Creek, before stopping at Cathedral Gorge. 

Signature Experience – Sunset Drinks at the Bungle Bungle Range   

There’s no better way to end a day of discovery than by watching the sunset over the Bungle Bungle Range. With a glass of sparkling in hand, see the massive beehive-shaped domes cast in a golden glow at this time of day. 

Enrich Your Experience – Bungle Bungle Helicopter Flight 

Experience breathtaking views of World Heritage-listed Purnululu National Park from above on a scenic helicopter flight. (own expense)

 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Farewell the Bungle Bungle Range and travel towards El Questro, a million-acre cattle station in the heart of the Kimberley. Spend two nights immersed in this breathtaking, ancient landscape.

Enrich Your Experience – Upgrade Your Stay

Upgrade your stay at El Questro with an all-inclusive two-night stay at The Homestead, a secluded oasis perched above the Chamberlain River. Be treated to a stay defined by exceptional dining, curated experiences, and access to some of El Questro’s most breathtaking landscapes.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Two Nights, El Questro – Emma Gorge

This morning hike to Emma Gorge where you’ll be rewarded with a swim beneath a towering droplet waterfall. Enjoy lunch, before relaxing at Zebedee Springs. Enjoy dinner this evening back at Emma Gorge Resort.

Signature Experience – Zebedee Springs

Venture through a pre-historic forest of Livistona and pandanus palms before arriving at a true oasis, Zebedee Springs. This permanent natural thermal spring is tucked away in a secluded pocket of El Questro’s wilderness. Enjoy time to relax as you soak in the hot springs and leave feeling refreshed. 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Journey along the Gibb River Road to APT’s luxury 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.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Two Nights, APT luxury Mitchell Falls Wilderness Lodge

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.

Signature Experience – Mitchell Falls Scenic Helicopter Flight

Set out on a thrilling helicopter flight to see Mitchell Falls in all its splendour from above. By gaining a bird’s-eye view of this remote region, you’ll not only see this iconic four-tiered Kimberley attraction, but also the surrounding gorges, emerald water pools, and soaring red cliffs.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Re-join the Kalumburu Road and travel to Drysdale River Station.

Signature Experience – Wandjina and Gwion Gwion (Bradshaw) Rock Art

Admire ancient Wandjina and Gwion Gwion (Bradshaw) rock art that dates back thousands of years at a gallery in Mitchell Plateau. This artwork stakes a claim as some of the earliest figurative art, distinguished by its depiction of stick-like human figures.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Drysdale River Station

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.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Two Nights, APT luxury Bell Gorge Wilderness Lodge

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.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Journey to Windjana Gorge, where cliffs tower above white sands, before continuing on to Broome. Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner and say farewell to your fellow travellers.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Broome, Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa

Be transferred to Broome Airport for your flight home.

Meals: Breakfast

Trip Inclusions

Venture through a pre-historic forest of Livistona and pandanus palms before arriving at a true oasis, Zebedee Springs. This permanent natural thermal spring is tucked away in a secluded pocket of El Questro’s wilderness. Enjoy time to relax as you soak in the hot springs and leave feeling refreshed.

Set out on a thrilling helicopter flight to see Mitchell Falls in all its splendour from above. By gaining a bird’s-eye view of this remote region, you’ll not only see this iconic four-tiered Kimberley attraction, but also the surrounding gorges, emerald water pools, and soaring red cliffs.

There's no better way to end a day of discovery than by watching the sunset over the Bungle Bungle Range. With a glass of sparkling in hand, see the massive beehive-shaped domes cast in a golden glow at this time of day.

Admire ancient Wandjina and Gwion Gwion (Bradshaw) rock art that dates back thousands of years at a gallery in Mitchell Plateau. This artwork stakes a claim as some of the earliest figurative art, distinguished by its depiction of stick-like human figures.

Enjoy a relaxing cruise on Yellow Water Billabong, home to incredible landscapes and wildlife. Here, you’ll find over 60 species of bird, from whistling ducks to magpie geese and eagles.

Dates & Pricing

Trip Dates:

13 May 2026 23 May 2026 01 Jun 2026 20 Jun 2026 11 Jul 2026 28 Jul 2026 16 Aug 2026 03 Sep 2026 05 Sep 2026 18 May 2027 28 May 2027 25 Jun 2027 05 Jul 2027 07 Aug 2027 21 Aug 2027

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  • Wednesday

    13 May 2026

    Darwin

    Friday

    29 May 2026

    Broome

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    AUD $16,895

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  • Saturday

    23 May 2026

    Darwin

    Monday

    08 Jun 2026

    Broome

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    AUD $17,095

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  • Monday

    01 Jun 2026

    Darwin

    Wednesday

    17 Jun 2026

    Broome

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    AUD $17,395

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  • Saturday

    20 Jun 2026

    Darwin

    Monday

    06 Jul 2026

    Broome

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  • Saturday

    11 Jul 2026

    Darwin

    Monday

    27 Jul 2026

    Broome

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  • Tuesday

    28 Jul 2026

    Darwin

    Thursday

    13 Aug 2026

    Broome

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  • Sunday

    16 Aug 2026

    Darwin

    Tuesday

    01 Sep 2026

    Broome

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  • Thursday

    03 Sep 2026

    Darwin

    Saturday

    19 Sep 2026

    Broome

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  • Saturday

    05 Sep 2026

    Darwin

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    21 Sep 2026

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  • Tuesday

    18 May 2027

    Darwin

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    03 Jun 2027

    Broome

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  • Friday

    28 May 2027

    Darwin

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    13 Jun 2027

    Broome

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    25 Jun 2027

    Darwin

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    11 Jul 2027

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    05 Jul 2027

    Darwin

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    21 Jul 2027

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    07 Aug 2027

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    23 Aug 2027

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    21 Aug 2027

    Darwin

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    06 Sep 2027

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