Darwin to Purnululu (Bungles): Fly/ 4WD/ Trek
State: WA
Duration:
12h
Fly from Darwin for an unforgettable journey over Purnululu (Bungle Bungles) with Kingfisher Tours. Guided by local Gija custodians, experience deep cultural insights and breathtaking views. Discover the heart of this iconic landscape!
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An Unforgettable Outback Adventure from Darwin
Embark on a breathtaking aerial and ground journey from Darwin to the spectacular Purnululu (Bungle Bungle) National Park. Guided by local Gija guides—the traditional custodians of this ancient land—you will experience a deep cultural connection to one of Western Australia’s most iconic natural wonders. ✈️
Your Journey at a Glance
- Spectacular Scenic Flights: Soar high above the Northern Territory and Western Australia, taking in awe-inspiring aerial views of Lake Argyle, the Osmond Ranges, and a complete air circuit over the majestic Bungle Bungle range.
- A Warm Aboriginal Welcome: Touch down to a traditional Muntha (Welcome to Country) and savour fresh damper with bush honey, accompanied by freshly brewed tea and coffee. 🍯
- 4WD Exploration & Guided Walk: Travel in air-conditioned comfort to the famous Cathedral Gorge and Beehive Domes. Enjoy a moderate 5 km walk as your guide shares captivating Dreamtime stories and rich cultural insights.
- Gourmet Outback Dining: Stay fully refreshed with a delicious morning tea, a hearty lunch, and a relaxing afternoon drink paired with a premium cheese board. 🧀
- Sunset Return Flight: Conclude your epic day with a stunning return flight to Darwin, tracing the coastline just in time to witness a magical Top End sunset.
What to Bring
To ensure a comfortable day in the Outback, please bring a water bottle, hat, sunscreen, a light day backpack, and your sense of adventure!
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Bookings are subject to third party, air partner T&Cs
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I strongly suggest if you do this tour, fly from Kunanurra. Three hours each way from Broome. Very good Broome Aviation pilot but middle row seats were both uncomfortable. Need new padding before next season.
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JaimeMexico
01 Oct 2026
This tour took us to the northern sites, Stonehenge, the lookout, and Echidna Gorge. It didn't end there, we visited the south side, Cathedral Gorge, the start of the Piccinney Gorge walk, and the best was last, the Beehives!
We were constantly encouraged to stay hydrated. Our lunch satisfied our growling stomachs, after a morning of exploring. We ended our day with a sweet treat, and cheese board before we hit the knarly road back to our vehicles at the highway.
I will remember this day.
Thanks for the memories.
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Karen
21 Sep 2026
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Marita
20 Sep 2026
I was eventually able to make contact with Kingfisher 2-hours after the prescribed pick-up time, only to be told that the pick-up time had been rescheduled one hour earlier the time specified with the booking. We were then left in limbo for hours before making our way to Kununarra.
Kingfisher insisted it was not their fault because apparantly a text message was sent to an incorrect telephone number. No email was sent and no confirmation sought from us.
After enduring huge distress, disrupted holiday plans and missing an opportunity to visit the Bungle Bungles, matters got worse. We had to nag by email for many weeks, and eventually threaten action before Kingfisher provided a $980 refund.
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bubphac
14 Sep 2026
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Carolyn
09 Sep 2026
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Carolyn
08 Sep 2026
Yes the road in is beyond bad, but once you get past that, you are going to experience incredible hospitality and knowledge and leave with a new appreciation of our country. Rebecca our guide, there is no words. What a women to be around. If there was more of her this country would be in a better place. She is a gift. Ethan our driver, made the day so much fun, he was always making sure everyone was happy and comfortable. Other tour guides really could learn some lessons on customer service from these guys. Everything was 5 stars. Well done to you all.
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Breatheskinbodymind
30 Aug 2026
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Kingfisher Tours, Owner at Kingfisher Tours, responded to this review - 2026-08-29
What an absolutely wonderful review – thank you so much! We’re so glad we could get everything sorted and make sure your day in Purnululu went ahead.
We’re incredibly lucky to have Ethan and Bec as part of our team, and we know Bec will especially love hearing your kind words.
It means a great deal to us to know that your day left you with a memory you’ll carry with you. Thank you for choosing to experience this remarkable part of the Kimberley with us, and for taking the time to share such a generous review.
From Rosie, Bec, Ethan and all of us at Kingfisher Tours – thank you!
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Brian
25 Aug 2026
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FrancesAndLee
11 Aug 2026
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Curiosity40158524471, General Manager at Kingfisher Tours, responded to this review - 2026-08-02
Thanks so much for taking the time to leave us a review! We're thrilled to hear you found the Bungle Bungles so memorable and that you came away with some spectacular photos.
We do wish we could make the road a little smoother, but that's one of the unavoidable occupational hazards of exploring such a remote and spectacular part of Australia; and all part of the 4WD adventure! 😉 We're so glad you embraced it and had a great time despite the bumps.
Thanks again for joining us, and we hope those amazing photos bring back wonderful memories for years to come!
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Verna
19 Jul 2026
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Curiosity40158524471, Owner at Kingfisher Tours, responded to this review - 2026-06-28
Thanks So much for your kind words , great to fly out of Kununurra again glad you enjoyed the day it is a spectacular tour with our wonderful guides
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Robert
24 Jun 2026
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Venture23940048095
18 Jun 2026
Lake Argyle Sunset Cruise, boat trip up the Ord River and more.
Special thanks to our guide Bec for looking after us, and for her song in Cathedral Gorge (Very Special)
Highly recommend this company.
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Helen
14 Jun 2026
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Curiosity40158524471, Owner at Kingfisher Tours, responded to this review - 2026-06-08
Thanks so much for taking the time to review our tour and yes we agree the 4 WD safari really is a great way to experience the incredible world heritage listed park Purnululu, it is an extraordinary transformative journey I agree I dont think you look at the country in the same way again, when you have spent a few days with Bec who is a world class guide. Again, thanks so much for your review and that you took the time, all the best on the rest of your travels.
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BoardingPass724881
05 Jun 2026
Barbara and Grant
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Curiosity40158524471, Owner at Kingfisher Tours, responded to this review - 2026-06-08
Thanks so much guys for your detailed description and review of the tour, we love this tour and it is so much fun and relaxed and transformative as you immerse yourself in the cultural heritage under the gentle guidance of a great teacher Ms Bec Sampi - we know you don't get better than our guides on the ground , what can we say they are an absolutely fabulous bunch of women!
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Grant
03 Jun 2026
Bec looked after us really well. Thank you for sharing this beautiful land with us. Such a great experience which I will remember forever.
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Curiosity40158524471, Owner at Kingfisher Tours, responded to this review - 2026-06-08
Thanks so much for your kind words, it is a beautiful tour with an extraordinary woman
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Imogen
03 Jun 2026
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Curiosity40158524471, Owner at Kingfisher Tours, responded to this review - 2026-06-01
Thank you for your kind words , it is a transformative experience
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Kayce
27 May 2026
knowledgeable and very professional. We cannot recommend flying with Broome Aviation enough - they provided a great breakfast before takeoff and a T-Shirt at the end of the trip. The bungle bungles is a definite must do if you're planning to come to Broome. It is one of the most spiritual, jaw dropping and beautiful places that my husband and I have ever seen. We are so very happy that we got to experience this once in a lifetime bucket list trip. Upon landing in the Bungle Bungles we were greeted by Bec and Mia from Kingfisher Tours who welcomed us with a delicious damper with their homemade honey and jam and a cuppa.
We then headed off into Purnululu National Park with local tour guide Bec. We cannot speak highly enough of Bec - she absolutely made this trip one of the most memorable days we have ever had.
Having lived her whole life here Bec's knowledge, dreamtime storytelling and sharing the stories of her family and people and singing was so moving, enjoyable and inspirational. Thank you so much.
Bec for welcoming us to country and for making our dream come true. A big thank you to Mia for preparing an amazing lunch - it was absolutely delicious. Finally another massive thanks to Bec, Mia, Rosie and her amazing team from Kingfisher Tours who were involved in this incredible once in a lifetime adventure. If your thinking of visiting the Bungle Bungles do it and do it with Kingfisher Tours - you will definitely not regret it. They kept us informed from start to finish. We will definitely never forget this experience.
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Maz61
26 May 2026
It was a truly impressive and unique day for us. We highly recommend Kingfisher Tours. Thank you so much – this is an experience you absolutely must have!
Best regards, Carmen and Simone
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Curiosity40158524471, Owner at Kingfisher Tours, responded to this review - 2026-05-05
Thank you for the review, it is such a perfect day the fly in from Halls Creek, and spending time in the bungles with our gorgeous team. Safe travels
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Scenic823153
30 Apr 2026
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Climber55080486582
03 Jan 2026
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Curiosity40158524471, Owner at Kingfisher Tours, responded to this review - 2025-10-07
Thank you for your feedback.
Yes, our pilots are experienced in flying in 40-degree heat. However, the issue in this case was that the pilot waiting area is located on the airstrip in the middle of the Bungles, where there is no air conditioning. Earlier in the week, the pilots had to wait up to five hours on the ground in 40-degree heat.
This was a legitimate concern raised by the pilots, as they are flying a 2.5 return flight in the afternoon and during the first week of October, temperatures soared across the Kimberley. As a result, we made the decision to cancel all tours that week — not just yours — due to the extreme conditions.
We have finished our season with the cancellation of your tour and subsequent tours into the bungles by air to the 5th of October.
We did communicate this to you at the time.
It is unfortunate that this happened but in the remote conditions we operate safety comes first for our guests and staff and at times we have to make difficult decisions.
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Jonathan
05 Oct 2025
Highly recommend you take a kingfisher tour with Bec.
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Voyage37286902591
20 Sep 2025
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887SueR887
12 Sep 2025
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Curiosity40158524471, Manager at Kingfisher Tours, responded to this review - 2025-07-30
Thanks so much!!
Michael didj is fantastic we know !!
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kate20252025
21 Jul 2025
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Curiosity40158524471, Manager at Kingfisher Tours, responded to this review - 2025-07-30
so glad to hear you loved the tour Bec won WA tourism guide award this year and you can definitely see why thanks for the review .
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islandconcept
20 Jul 2025
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Curiosity40158524471, Manager at Kingfisher Tours, responded to this review - 2025-07-30
Thanks so much what a great review !!
we have the dream team !
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Natalie
19 Jul 2025
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Curiosity40158524471, Manager at Kingfisher Tours, responded to this review - 2025-07-30
That she is thankyou !
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Adventure775707
15 Jul 2025
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mdjkane5
07 Jul 2025
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Robin_on_the_road56
06 Jul 2025
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KingfisherStaff, Manager at Kingfisher Tours, responded to this review - 1970-01-01
Thank you for your review, we really appreciate what a fantastic experience you had with us, and the wonderful Bec.
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Romayne
02 Oct 2024
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Kingfisher-Tours, Owner at Kingfisher Tours, responded to this review - 1970-01-01
Thanks for leaving your review Caleb,
we always like to receive feedback on the tours and we are very sorry to hear that you had a bad experience with Kingfisher tours.
As you can see from our trip advisor we have only had rave reviews all season about our tours, so I am shocked to hear that this has happened we will follow up on your comments, as it is of real concern to us.
If you would like to call me directly 0891682718, so we are able to discuss your complaint and what has happened please do so and ask for Rosie.
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Curiosity18797473106
24 Sep 2024
Kingfisher Tours, a local community business, conducted the ground component of the trip, which was a two kilometre walk to Cathedral Gorge. We were very lucky to have Rebecca, from the local indigenous community, as our guide on the walk. She was amazing, able to provide insights into the area from her mob’s perspective and their learnings of having lived in that Country for millennia. Our small group really enjoyed her stories, and sense of humour. She also ensured that we had frequent breaks and water stops during the walk, as the temperature was around 43°C, as well as driving the vehicle.
All our group found this to be a fantastic trip and highly recommend Kingfisher Tours.
Note that if you do this walk it is considered to be a high risk walk, not because of the territory but because of the absence of water and the high temperature. There are a few places where you need to step up on rocks but somebody that is mostly mobile should be able to cope.
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Kingfisher-Tours, Owner at Kingfisher Tours, responded to this review - 1970-01-01
Thank you for your generous review, Bec is definitely the guide to have in the Bungle Bungle, she has trained all of our guides and it is great touring with local Aboriginal guides.
You definitely struck a hot hot day so well done ! You will be glad to hear the temperatures have gone down to 34 with a light breeze so we will continue touring through to the end of September, with alot of care of course with water and rest stops and hydrolytes. We thought we might start calling it the chux tour!
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Mark_in_Sydney
08 Sep 2024
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Kingfisher-Tours, Owner at Kingfisher Tours, responded to this review - 1970-01-01
Fantastic you took the time to contribute . We appreciate absolutely what you are saying , in regard to Rebecca her knowledge and what she is willing to share with our guests.
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Geoff
28 Aug 2024
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Kingfisher-Tours, Owner at Kingfisher Tours, responded to this review - 1970-01-01
It is such a beautiful location and to have the experience of local guides on country lead by our head guide Rebecca Sampi certainly does make it a highlight, of Kimberley trips, thanks so much for your contribution
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Passport09464201029
24 Aug 2024
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Kingfisher-Tours, Owner at Kingfisher Tours, responded to this review - 1970-01-01
Thanks Margaret,
so glad that you got to experience our tour in the Bungles ,
Bec as our head guide is now training up our 2025 guides now at the end of the season so we can deliver more in the Bungle next season .
Thanks so much for your kind words.
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Margaret
23 Aug 2024
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JRRB13
27 May 2024
We recommend Kingfisher tours for their tours with traditional guides to anyone who is travelling to the Kimberley’s this year
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Fiona
05 Mar 2024
Thanks Kingfisher!!
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Cesarina
25 Feb 2024
Told over and over that the refund will be paid but still no refund. Maybe they think $2700.00 is not worth us worrying about?
These people are totally dishonest and should be avoided.
We are going to have to take legal action to get our money back.
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111mickc
04 Dec 2023
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aanan2022
02 Dec 2023
We all went on a fantastic tour into the Bungles with Kingfisehr tours and it was a truly humbling experience to walk onto country with local custodian for country guides. the stories the singing in the gorges it was truly beautiful . Kingfisher provided great lunches afternoon cheese board and Margaret river wine . Great to experience thanks Kingfisher
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Luridgii
23 Sep 2023
Once we were inside the Cathedral Gorge space and waterway. Bec made us all sit down, put our phones down and become silent as we soaked in the serenity and sacredness of the place. She then sang us a song in local language which I think was welcoming us onto this part of the country as well as honoring her ancestors. It was hauntingly beautiful with the stunning acoustics of the space.
From here we made our way over to Echidna Chasm, which is at the other end of the park. It felt like we were entering ‘Jurassic Park’ as we made our way along the dry river bed, with majestic red rocks and massive palm trees towering over us as we entered the Echidna Chasm. Bec stopping and telling us stories along the way, she sang here too.
Make sure you take plenty of water, sunscreen, camera, good hat and hiking shoes/boots, sense of adventure to soak it all in!
I highly recommend Kingfisher Tours on their Bungles Day Trek which included Cathedral Gorge and Echidna Chasm.
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earthGypsy88
22 Aug 2023
Bec was a wealth of knowledge and experience with a bit of humour thrown in.
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Merran
20 Aug 2023
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Middles5
18 Aug 2023
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Claudia
15 Aug 2023
Bec, a local Gija woman, welcomed us with morning tea, including her freshly baked delicious damper. We then drove with her for approx 15mins to the Bungle Bungles. Her tour was incredible. Not only did we learn about the rock formations, but also her culture, customs, ceremonies & history. When Bec sang a Welcome to Country for us at Cathedral Gorge, another 2 tour groups nearby suddenly fell silent & listened. They like us were transcended to another world. We were certainly fortunate to have Bec from Kingfisher Tours as our guide through The Bungle Bungles. The other tour groups were lucky to be nearby & enjoy Bec's Welcome.
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JJ2063
07 Aug 2023
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boucherhelen
05 Aug 2023
My husband and I recently went on one of your wonderful trips to the Bungle Bungles
We had a fantastic time made more magical by our guide Bec. She was gracious, funny, informative, professional and kind. My mobility is not great but she didn’t rush us and we took regular stops.
We had a fantastic time made more magical by our guide Bec. She was gracious, funny, informative, professional and kind. My mobility is not great but she didn’t rush us and we took regular stops.
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Caroline
29 Jun 2023
What made the visit unforgetable was to be able to spend the day trecking and 4WD driving with our guides Bek and her grandson Dray, local aboriginal people. They were so kind, so open to questions, so knowledgable about the area and so happy to answer all those questions you might have ever wanted to ask about life for aboriginal people in the remote WA Top End.
THANK YOU Bek, Dray & Kingfisher Tours owner Rosie
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4AusTravellers
20 Jun 2023
Rosie was fantastic with arranging this trip and was flexible with alterations when our flight home changed. Thanks for a magical experience Kingfisher Tours!
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401Lunita
27 May 2023
Departed Kununurra on an early morning flight to Mitchell Plateau.
The scenery was awe inspiring!
Arrived at Mitchell Plateau where we met our fantastic guides Kolya aka LT and Treylin aka Dr Dre- Their knowledge of the area was very Informative. LT & Dr Dre has a great sense of humour too!
Then we had a remarkable helicopter flight over the Mitchell Falls - what an experience!! Followed by a leisurely 2.5 hour trek - from the top of the Mitchell and Big Mertens Falls - and swimming at the bottom of Little Mertens Falls - wonderfully refreshing!!!
Reluctantly departing we flew Back to Kununurra at 'Golden hour' viewing scenery of gorges, rivers and the Cockburn Ranges! Arriving back in Kununurra at sunset!!
Thanks Zac the pilot for the smooth flights!
Highly recommend Kingfisher Tours
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timwJ4290HK
25 May 2023
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mtumelty
19 May 2023
She went way beyond her role by sharing some of her wonderful memories.
Highly recommend this tour combined with Kimberley air
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bernadetteo236
01 May 2023
We had the BEST day with Bec and the boys on the 4WD Waterfalls Tour - morning tea & lunch was superb
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Thelma
29 Apr 2023
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Q4357QItinas
12 Apr 2023
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TravellingFam22
20 Sep 2022
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Katrina
16 Sep 2022
Very Disappointed!!
Not only one but both my tours with this company were cancelled. I had to follow up with this company every time, not once did I receive a call back as stated by them. Seems as though they might need a lot more admin assistance as it was hard enough to get a hold of someone on the phone, even showed up at their office during office hours but it was closed. Rosie who I dealt with was very lovely and did provide a complementary drink bottle for the inconvenience, but it still was very frustrating to deal with this company. I wish I would have just gotten a refund after my tours were cancelled instead of waiting on them to “help” reschedule a time for me.
Not only one but both my tours with this company were cancelled. I had to follow up with this company every time, not once did I receive a call back as stated by them. Seems as though they might need a lot more admin assistance as it was hard enough to get a hold of someone on the phone, even showed up at their office during office hours but it was closed. Rosie who I dealt with was very lovely and did provide a complementary drink bottle for the inconvenience, but it still was very frustrating to deal with this company. I wish I would have just gotten a refund after my tours were cancelled instead of waiting on them to “help” reschedule a time for me.
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Olivia
06 Sep 2022
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Kingfisher-Tours, Manager at Kingfisher Tours, responded to this review - 2022-09-11
Hello Olivia,
We are very sorry that we were unable to deliver your tours and the impact this had on your holiday.
We sincerely hope you managed to get on to alternative tours with other companies in Kununurra.
We did endeavour to get you on to our tours departing from Broome, which you were cc'd into the emails so you were aware that the tours were waitlisted. We are sorry if this line of communication was confusing.
We are a small, family owned business, and as are many of the companies in the Kimberley Regions, we have been effected by staffing issues over the 'covid' era.
We have a small team who work tirelessly throughout the season to deliver our tour products. We understand the circumstances for the tour cancellations were less than ideal, they were for us as well. We are never pleased to be put in the position where we can not service our tours.
Take care,
Kingfisher Tours
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oliviar412
06 Sep 2022
Brilliant day out including informative pilot on flights and made extra-special by having the wonderful story telling and funny Bec as our Aboriginal guide...she made the visits to Cathedral Gorge and Echidna Chasm come alive with her stories and singing. It is an incredibly beautiful place. Highly recommend the Bungle Bungles flight and walks tour.
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