FIVE DAY CAPE LEVEQUE AND THE GORGES
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HIGHLIGHTS
Cape Leveque, Bardi Bushtucker Walk,
Snorkelling, Beagle Bay Pearl Shell Church Altar, One Arm Point
Aquaculture Hatchery, King Sound Boat Ride, Cygnet Bay Pearl
Farm, Windjana Gorge, Tunnel Creek, Geikie Gorge Cruise
ITINERARY
Day 1 Geikie Gorge
Departing Broome at 7:00am, we begin our journey
into Kimberley gorge country. Passing boab trees, fascinating termite
mounds and roaming cattle, enjoy the local knowledge and interesting
stories our guide has to share. Following morning tea at Willare
Roadhouse on the mighty Fitzroy River we continue east, pausing at a
magnificent boab that is well over a thousand years old, to learn some
of the secrets of this unusual tree. On reaching the historic town of
Fitzroy Crossing, we discover the ancient Napier Range, a limestone
Devonian reef 350 million years old and home to the famous Geikie Gorge.
Nature carved this spectacular 30m deep gorge between the Geikie and
Oscar Ranges during the Devonian geological period. The best way to
experience the scenery and abundant wildlife of this natural wonder is
to join a river cruise (included). Geikie Gorge
floods during the wet season, with the swirling water leaving its
bleached mark on the colourful gorge walls. Though the water retreats
during the dry season, water holes remain to sustain the wide variety of
Kimberley wildlife. Towards sunset, settle in for an evening under the
Kimberley night sky - relax as your guide prepares a traditional
campfire barbeque dinner.
Day 2 Windjana Gorge & Tunnel Creek
After breakfast it is a 4WD route to Tunnel Creek,
a 750-metre cave system carved through the Napier Range, a Devonian reef
system 350 million years old. Here, we explore secret caves and a
variety of unusual wildlife. We also hear of the legend of Jandamarra,
an Aboriginal freedom fighter who used the Tunnel as a hideout in the
late 1800's. A refreshing swim in an idyllic waterhole is a highlight of
the day. Then it's off to Windjana Gorge for a delicious lunch and to
search for freshwater crocodiles, local birdlife and indigenous
bushtucker in the stunning natural beauty of this oasis of the outback.
Travelling back through Kimberley cattle country, we pause in Derby to
see the infamous 'Boab Prison Tree.' This tree, believed to be over 1500
years old and measuring almost 15 metres in girth, is a relic of some
cultural sensitivity due to its use as a prison for local Aboriginals
during the era of Kimberley pioneers. Relax en route
back to Broome, where we arrive at approximately 6:30pm to check into
the hotel and enjoy a free evening.
Day 3 Beagle Bay & Lombadina
The Dampier Peninsula is an extraordinary blend of
pristine beaches and dramatic coastlines, rich in traditional Aboriginal
culture. Travelling up the red 4WD track, learn about the region's
fascinating history from our guided commentary. Our
first stop is the Beagle Bay Aboriginal Community, home of the Beagle
Bay Church with its glimmering pearl shell altar, for morning tea.
Journey on to enjoy lunch in the laid-back Lombadina Community, a
beautiful and welcoming community, which is home to an interesting bush
timber church. Later we travel to beautiful Cape Leveque to
set up camp right on the edge of the Indian Ocean. A warm
Kimberley sunset is a great way to end the day before our famous
Kimberley BBQ under the stars.
Day 4 Cape Leveque
The day at Cape Leveque is yours to enjoy as you
please. You may like to join our guide on a snorkelling
adventure (equipment provided), or take up one of the many optional extras on
offer including a glass bottom boat ride or a scenic flight across the
archipelago and Horizontal Falls (if available). Alternatively you may prefer to spend your time
simply enjoying the pristine beaches and rugged red coastline for which
Cape Leveque is famous. Whether you like swimming, snorkelling,
sunbathing or long walks along the beach, Cape Leveque is a great way to
relax away a day. In the afternoon, our Aboriginal guide introduces us
to Bardi 'saltwater' country on a leisurely guided bushwalk, providing
an indepth insight into indigenous bush tucker, lifestyle and culture.
Day 5 Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm & One Arm Point
Visit the Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm for a delightful
breakfast together with a fascinating insight into the iconic
pearling business and the opportunity to invest in a pearl direct from
one of the world's most exclusive producers. Travel to the One Arm Point
Community perched on the tip of the Dampier Peninsula. From here we can
view the spectacular Buccaneer Archipelago and witness the huge tidal
flows of the Kimberley, the second biggest in the world. We visit the
Community’s aquaculture hatchery, complete with barramundi, pearl and
trochus shell before returning south. Driving back through the
dusk, keep an eye out for wildlife, before arriving back in Broome at
approximately 6.30pm.
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