Kimberley Broome to Broome Accommodated Tour 8 Days with Spirit Safaris: explore celebrated gorges, remote station country and dramatic waterfalls on an accommodated Broome-to-Broome adventure. Your small-group 4WD journey links Windjana Gorge, Tunnel Creek, the Bungle Bungles, El Questro and the Gibb River Road, before an included full-day Mitchell Falls flight, guided walk and scenic helicopter experience from Broome.
Choose the 8-day journey for the essential Kimberley 4WD circuit plus Mitchell Falls, with seven included overnight stays. Walk through ancient landscapes, discover Aboriginal art and enjoy time beside clear waterholes, with a knowledgeable driver-guide leading the land journey.
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Kimberley Broome to Broome Accommodated Tour 8 Days at a Glance
| Tour name | Kimberley Broome to Broome Accommodated Mitchell Falls Gibb River Bungles El Questro Windjana Tour 8 Days |
|---|---|
| Duration | 8 days / 7 nights |
| Starts and finishes | Broome, Western Australia |
| Travel style | Accommodated small-group 4WD touring with included scenic flights |
| 4WD group size | Usually up to four travellers per LandCruiser GXL; flight and excursion group sizes may differ |
| Main highlights | Mitchell Falls, Bungle Bungles, El Questro, Gibb River Road, Windjana Gorge and Tunnel Creek |
| Fitness | High fitness required for the Mitchell Falls walk; other gorge walks also involve uneven terrain |
| Indicative listed price | AU$10,797 — confirm current pricing, dates and availability in Rezdy |
What makes this tour special?
- Mitchell Falls included: return flight from Broome, guided cultural walk, Aboriginal rock art and a scenic helicopter experience.
- Bungle Bungles by 4WD: explore Purnululu National Park, Cathedral Gorge and Piccaninny Creek.
- Gibb River Road gorge country: visit Emma or Amalia Gorge, Manning Gorge waterhole, Galvans Gorge and Dalmanyi (Bell Gorge).
- El Questro: relax at Zebedee Hot Springs and stay overnight in this celebrated Kimberley setting.
- Windjana Gorge and Tunnel Creek: experience the Napier Range’s ancient reef landscapes and underground river.
- Aboriginal art and culture: visit community art centres where open and learn about the places you travel through.
Kimberley Broome to Broome Accommodated Tour 8 Days: Day-by-Day Itinerary
The following is the planned itinerary. Roads, weather, flight schedules, community access and accommodation availability can affect the order and activities. Confirm the final arrangements for your departure with Spirit Safaris.
Day 1: Broome, Windjana Gorge and Tunnel Creek
Leave Broome along the Savannah Way, crossing the Fitzroy River at Willare before exploring Windjana Gorge in the ancient Devonian reef of the Napier Range. Walk beside the Lennard River and learn about Jandamarra and Bunuba resistance history. Continue to Tunnel Creek for a torch-lit walk through its underground river, then settle into accommodation at Fitzroy Crossing.
Overnight: Fitzroy River Lodge, Fitzroy Crossing. Included meals: Lunch and dinner.
Day 2: Fitzroy Crossing to Halls Creek
The original itinerary includes a morning Danggu (Geikie Gorge) cruise. This activity requires confirmation: Tourism WA currently reports that boat tours remain closed following flood damage. Ask Spirit Safaris about the arrangements for your departure. Visit the local Aboriginal art centre if open, enjoy the views at Ngumban Cliffs and stop at Marys Pool for lunch. Continue to Halls Creek for goldfields history and local art, with a visit to China Wall if time permits.
Overnight: Halls Creek. Included meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 3: Purnululu National Park and the Bungle Bungles
Travel by 4WD into Purnululu National Park to see the striped sandstone domes of the Bungle Bungle Range. Walk into Cathedral Gorge and explore Piccaninny Creek among the distinctive beehive formations. An additional walk to Echidna Chasm or a visit to Osmond Lookout may be offered as time and conditions allow. Optional Bungle Bungle scenic helicopter flights cost extra.
Overnight: Warmun / Turkey Creek. Included meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 4: El Questro and Zebedee Hot Springs
Journey through the Ragged Ranges towards El Questro, with views of the Cockburn Range as you reach the Gibb River Road. Relax beneath the palms at Zebedee Hot Springs and enjoy lunch by Jackaroos Waterhole on Moonshine Creek. Spend the afternoon at leisure, take a walk or choose the optional Chamberlain River cruise. Dinner at El Questro is at your own expense.
Overnight: El Questro. Included meals: Breakfast and lunch.
Day 5: Emma Gorge and the Gibb River Road
Walk at Emma Gorge, or Amalia Gorge as an alternative, before travelling west along the Gibb River Road. The route crosses the Pentecost River, passes the Home Valley area and continues through rugged ranges and boab country towards the Durack and Hann rivers. Visit Gibb River Station’s community store and view local Aboriginal artwork where available.
Overnight: Gibb River Station or Mt Elizabeth Station, subject to availability. Included meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 6: Manning, Galvans and Bell gorges
Enjoy the paperbark-fringed Manning Gorge waterhole and nearby Aboriginal rock art before a stop at Mount Barnett Roadhouse. Continue to Galvans Gorge for a short walk, Wandjina rock art and a possible swim. Visit Imitji’s Aboriginal art centre if open, then explore Dalmanyi (Bell Gorge), with walking, photography and swimming opportunities where conditions and your guide permit.
Overnight: Imitji Bell Gorge safari camp or Mt Hart, subject to availability. Included meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 7: Kimberley ranges, Derby and Broome
Cross the Wunaamin Miliwundi Ranges through Inglis Gap and continue through the Napier Range at Queen Victoria Pass. In Derby, visit the Prison Boab, the wharf on King Sound and the historic cattle trough. Call at Mowanjum Aboriginal Art Centre when open before returning to Broome. If time allows, finish the afternoon with a Cable Beach sunset. Dinner in Broome is at your own expense.
Overnight: Broome. Included meals: Breakfast and lunch.
Day 8: Mitchell Falls flight, guided walk and helicopter
Begin with an airport transfer and a scenic flight north from Broome over King Sound, Walcott Inlet and the remote Kimberley towards Mitchell Plateau.
Meet your local guide and travel by 4WD through Livistona palm forest to the walking trail. A guided cultural walk of approximately 4 km one way follows waterfalls, gorges, Aboriginal rock art and places significant to the Wunambal people.
Enjoy a packed lunch overlooking Punamii-unpuu (Mitchell Falls), then take the included scenic helicopter flight over Mitchell Falls and Mertens Gorge back towards the ranger base.
Return by 4WD to the airstrip for the coastal flight to Broome. The planned flight route includes Kuri Bay, Montgomery Reef, a Horizontal Falls overflight, the Buccaneer Archipelago and the Dampier Peninsula; routing and views depend on conditions.
Accommodation after the tour: The final night in Broome is not included. Included meals: Packed lunch.
What is included?
- 7 nights of accommodation, with properties confirmed according to availability.
- Small-group 4WD land touring with a professional driver-guide, usually up to four travellers per LandCruiser GXL.
- Mitchell Falls return flights from Broome, airport transfers, local 4WD transfers, guided walk, packed lunch and scenic helicopter experience.
- Scheduled gorge walks, national park visits and Aboriginal art centre visits where open and accessible.
- Meals listed in the daily itinerary, with vegetarian options available.
- World Heritage and national park entry fees for the scheduled itinerary.
Geikie Gorge update: the original Rezdy itinerary includes a cruise, but Tourism WA reports boat tours remain closed following flood damage. Ask Spirit Safaris to confirm how this part of the itinerary will operate for your travel dates.
Optional extras and costs to allow for
- Chamberlain River cruise at El Questro and optional Bungle Bungle scenic helicopter flights.
- Dinners at El Questro and in Broome identified as own expense, alcohol and meals not listed as included.
- Flights to and from Broome; these are separate from the scenic flights included within the tour.
- Accommodation upgrades, subject to availability, and the extra Broome night after Day 8.
- Personal purchases, including artwork bought directly from artists and art centres.
Walking, swimming and flight conditions
The Mitchell Falls day is a full-day experience of approximately 12 hours. Its guided walk is about 4 km one way and requires high fitness. Expect uneven surfaces, water crossings and exposed sections near cliffs and gorges. Bring supportive hiking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, camera, swimwear and a towel; ask about the final packing requirements before departure.
Swimming takes place only where permitted and approved by your guide for the conditions. Flight routes and waterfall views depend on weather and operations. The Mitchell Falls excursion may be suspended if the falls cease to flow; the strength of the Horizontal Falls flow varies with the tide.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Kimberley Broome to Broome Accommodated Tour 8 Days start and finish?
The tour starts and finishes in Broome, Western Australia. It runs for 8 days and includes 7 nights of accommodation. Flights to and from Broome are additional to the tour package.
Is the Mitchell Falls flight and helicopter experience included?
Yes. The package includes the return scenic flight from Broome, local 4WD transfers, guided walk to Mitchell Falls, packed lunch and scenic helicopter return towards the ranger base. This is separate from the optional Bungle Bungle helicopter flight, which costs extra.
How does the Kimberley Broome to Broome Accommodated Tour 8 Days compare with the 10-day tour?
The Kimberley Broome to Broome Accommodated Tour 8 Days includes the seven-day 4WD circuit and the Mitchell Falls flight-and-walk day, with seven nights. The 10-day version adds the Dampier Peninsula/Cygnet Bay day and a dedicated Horizontal Falls seaplane-and-boat excursion, with nine nights.
Does the tour include camping?
This is an accommodated tour. The supplied itinerary uses hotels, lodges, station accommodation and safari camp accommodation. Exact properties and room arrangements depend on availability and should be confirmed when booking.
How demanding is the Mitchell Falls walk?
The guided walk is approximately 4 km one way over uneven and sometimes difficult terrain, including water crossings and sections near cliffs and gorges. The itinerary allows about two hours for the walk and specifies a high level of fitness. Discuss your walking ability with Spirit Safaris before booking.
Are all river cruises included?
The Chamberlain River cruise at El Questro is optional and costs extra. The original itinerary lists a Geikie Gorge cruise, but boat tours are currently reported closed; the arrangements for your departure need confirmation.
Is there a boat ride at Horizontal Falls?
The 8-day itinerary includes a planned Horizontal Falls overflight during the return flight from Mitchell Falls. It does not include the dedicated Horizontal Falls boat excursion offered in the 10-day tour.
Is accommodation included after Day 8?
No. The night in Broome after Day 8 is an extra arrangement. Ask Spirit Safaris to add a night, or arrange your own accommodation. Confirm the tour’s return time before booking an onward flight.
Book the Kimberley Broome to Broome Accommodated Tour 8 Days
Check current departure dates, prices and availability using the booking link below. Call Spirit Safaris on 1300 763 188 to discuss fitness, room arrangements, dietary needs or additional nights in Broome.
Book the Kimberley Broome to Broome Accommodated Tour 8 Days
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