8 Days Darwin - Broome Tour with 2 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Duration:
Operated By:
- 2 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
- Visit to El Questro Wilderness Park
- Bungle Bungle flight/4WD/hiking
- Ord River cruise
- Katherine Gorge
- Kakadu National Park with Yellow Waters & Aboriginal Rock Art
Itinerary
Day 1: Darwin – Cooinda (Kakadu National Park)
We depart Darwin and head to the magnificent Kakadu National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. After a stop at Mamukala Wetlands to observe thousands of magpie geese, we explore Ubirr Rock with its ancient Aboriginal rock art (the oldest gallery in the world) and stunning panoramic views. Later, we visit Nourlangie Rock, home to paintings dating back 20,000 years.
Accommodation: Cooinda Lodge Yellow Water
Day 2: Cooinda – Katherine (B)
After breakfast, enjoy a spectacular Yellow Water cruise, a haven for wildlife during the dry season. Spot crocodiles and a variety of birds in their natural habitat. We then head south via the Kakadu Highway, stopping at the historic town of Pine Creek, before arriving in Katherine.
Accommodation: Knotts Crossing Resort, Katherine
Day 3: Katherine – Kununurra (B)
Today begins with a 2-hour boat tour through the stunning Katherine Gorge, with its dramatic scenery and Aboriginal rock art. We continue along the Victoria Highway into Western Australia and arrive in Kununurra.
Accommodation: Kununurra Country Club Resort
Day 4: Kununurra – El Questro – Wyndham – Kununurra (B)
We start early with a visit to El Questro Wilderness Park for a short hike through one of its scenic gorges. Continuing along the Great Northern Highway between the Durack and Carr Boyd Ranges, we reach Wyndham. At the Five Rivers Lookout, enjoy views of the Ord, Forrest, King, Durack, and Pentecost Rivers, as well as the Cambridge Gulf. Seasonal visits may include Marglu Billabong, home to over 20,000 birds, and The Grotto, a picturesque natural pool with a seasonal 15m waterfall. Return to Kununurra.
Accommodation: Kununurra Country Club Resort
Day 5: Kununurra – Ord River (B)
Late morning departure to Lake Argyle. Visit the historic Durack Homestead Museum before enjoying a scenic view of the vast lake. Then cruise 55 km back to Kununurra through stunning landscapes with diverse flora and fauna. Witness a breathtaking sunset at the end of the cruise before returning to the hotel.
Accommodation: Kununurra Country Club Resort
Day 6: Kununurra – Bungle Bungle – Kununurra (B/L)
Experience the extraordinary Bungle Bungles by air and on foot. A scenic flight provides views of Lake Argyle, Carr Boyd Range, and massive cattle stations. On landing, a 4WD journey and short hike lead to Cathedral Gorge, surrounded by beehive-like sandstone domes. Enjoy a picnic lunch and return flight over the Argyle Diamond Mine and Osmand Ranges.
Accommodation: Kununurra Country Club Resort
Day 7: Kununurra – Fitzroy Crossing (B)
Travel along the Great Northern Highway past the Durack and Carr Boyd Ranges to Halls Creek, once the center of a gold rush in 1885. Take a short detour to the natural China Wall — a vertical, 5-meter-high quartz formation. Continue to Fitzroy Crossing.
Accommodation: Fitzroy River Lodge
Day 8: Fitzroy Crossing – Broome (B)
Our final leg includes a boat tour through Geikie Gorge, a 14 km-long, 30 m-deep canyon where freshwater crocodiles and fossilized coral reefs can be seen. In Derby, visit the historic Boab Prison Tree, once used to detain Aboriginal prisoners. Respectfully, the tree is now protected. Arrive in Broome in the evening – a vibrant town known for its sunsets and the famous “Staircase to the Moon.”
Inclusions:
- Transport in an air-conditioned vehicle (max. 12 passengers)
- 7 nights accommodation in hotels/motels
- English-speaking tour guide
- Entry to all national parks and heritage sites
- Geikie Gorge Cruise, El Questro Wilderness Park
- Bungle Bungle scenic flight/4WD/walk tour
- Ord River Cruise, Katherine Gorge Cruise, Yellow Waters Cruise
- Meals: 7x Breakfast (B), 1x Lunch (L)
- Complimentary drinking water in bus
- Information pack and onboard info library
- 24-hour English, German and French-speaking telephone support
Optional Add-ons
Transfers
- Darwin Taxi Airport Transfer (Product code: PU1XZR)
- Broome Taxi Airport Transfer (Product code: PSLLDC)
Pre-Accommodation
- Hilton Garden Inn Darwin – Double room (Product code: P1TXRG)
- Hilton Garden Inn Darwin – Single room (Product code: PJUVHQ)
Day Tours
- 1/2 Day City Tour: Broome (on request)
Multi-Day Tour Extensions
- 10 Days Broome – Perth Tour (Product code: PMBSEK)
Note
Minimum number of groups
This tour takes place with a minimum of 5 people. If this number of guests has not been reached yet, your booking will be set to PENDING. When the minimum number is reached your booking will be CONFIRMED.
Waiting list
If one date in which you would like to travel are not available yet, please apply on our waiting list. We will contact you as soon as possible.
Age
Unfortunately, Child under 13 years cannot participate on this tour.
Important Information for Your Trip to Australia (Western Australia):
- Visa Required: You need a valid visa to enter Australia. We recommend the eVisitor Visa (Subclass 651) for EU citizens. Apply at least 90 days before departure.
- Passport: Your passport must be valid for at least 6 more months upon entry.
- Northern Territory – Customs & Import Regulations: Travelling into the NT from other Australian jurisdictions involves additional biosecurity controls:
- Quarantine bins are available at NT airports and some border crossings—be sure to dispose of any fresh fruit, vegetables, seeds, soil, or plant products.
- You must declare and/or obtain permits for any plant material, machinery, or equipment—especially used or soil‑contaminated machinery—requiring an NT permit and Plant Health Certificate submitted ≥ 5 business days before entry.
- All used machinery and equipment must be cleaned, declared, and may be inspected upon arrival.
- Wildlife imports (e.g., pets, animal specimens) require specific permits from NT authorities.
- International Credit Card: For cost‑effective payments, we recommend the
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- Travel Insurance: Get a travel health insurance policy that covers Australia.
- International Driver’s License: If you plan to rent a vehicle, you will need an international driver’s license in addition to your national license.
Please take care of all necessary documents and regulations in good time.
