8 Day Mitchell Falls, Bungle Bungle, Lake Argyle & Ord River

Once you arrive in Kununurra check into your accommodation at Freshwater Apartments.  Complimentary airport transfers are available if you are flying in.

Located amongst beautiful tropical gardens and overlooking Celebrity Tree Park and Lily Creek Lagoon, Freshwater East Kimberley Apartments provides the ideal relaxing environment for your holiday adventure. Fully self-contained apartments with modern fittings, fixtures and décor, and large balconies allowing you to experience comfortable indoor/outdoor living in the beautiful Kimberley climate. The stunning free form resort-style pool is centrally located to all apartments and has been constructed with one of the East Kimberley’s remote gorges in mind – ensuring your time by the pool is cool, relaxing and enjoyable.

Overnight: Freshwater Apartments – One Bedroom Apartment

Optional Add On: Gourmet Camp Oven Experience under the Stars  – if you would like to add this to your itinerary, please let us know.

Today your adventure begins with a scenic flight departing Kununurra passing over Lake Argyle, the Ord River Irrigation Area, Carr Boyd and Osmand Ranges, Ord and Bow Rivers and Bungle Bungle Range. Your plane will land at the remote and unsealed Bellburn Airstrip in Purnululu National Park where you will be met by your experienced guide.

From here you will be driven in an air-conditioned 4WD vehicle to the beginning of your guided walk. Your guide will lead you on a moderate 3km walk throughout the famous eroded towers and beehive-shaped domes on the Domes Walk.  Head towards Cathedral Gorge, where you can walk alongside towering cliffs which create phenomenal natural acoustics within the Gorge.  Refuel with a tasty picnic lunch after a morning of exploring. You will then head out along the rocky creek bed of Piccaninny Creek, which only flows during periods of high rainfall.

To top off your first day exploring Purnululu, finish with an 18-minute scenic flight by HeliSpirit over the Bungle Bungle. The perfect option for a snapshot of the Bungle Bungle Range, this flight begins at the southwest end of the Bungle Bungle Range at Y Gorge before flying across the top of the enormous massif to the mouth of the spectacular Piccaninny Gorge. Continue along the southern face of the range, following Piccaninny Creek. Here, you can view the mouth of Cathedral Gorge and fly over the famous orange and black striped sandstone beehive shaped domes.

You might want to upgrade to a 30-minute flight instead!

After a day of exploring, relax in your cabin or by the pool at Bungle Bungle Savannah Lodge, and take in a beautiful East Kimberley sunset.  Dinner is served at the Lodge at approx. 6:30pm, and can be eaten either inside the lodge dining room, or under the stars in our alfresco dining area.

Overnight: Bungle Bungle Savannah Lodge – Ensuite Cabin

** Morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea & dinner included

This morning enjoy a delicious breakfast before embarking on your Northern Tour of Purnululu National Park for a different view of the Bungles.

Today’s tour will take you through Echidna Chasm and the northern end of Purnululu National Park. This begins with a 45-60 minute scenic 4WD trek along the western side of the Bungle Bungle Range.  Follow your local guide along a rocky path nestled between cliffs into Echidna Chasm.  At points, this path can narrow to a width of less than 1.5 metres. On either side of you, towering walls of orange stone scattered with Livistona palm trees will reach skywards, seeming as though they are lit from within.

As this walk requires a significant amount of climbing over boulders and navigating ladders, we advise this tour is suitable only for those with full mobility.  You will enjoy a tasty picnic lunch whilst enjoying more spectacular scenery of Purnululu National Park.

In the afternoon, return to Bungle Bungle Savannah Lodge to relax after another day of amazing adventures.

Overnight: Bungle Bungle Savannah Lodge – Private ensuite cabin

** Breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea & dinner included

After breakfast be transported to the Bellburn Airstrip for your return scenic flight to Kununurra with views of the Argyle Diamond Mine, the stunning Carr Boyd Ranges and Osmand Ranges plus the Ord River Irrigation Area before arriving in Kununurra.

The rest of the day is at your leisure. You might like to hire a car and visit some of the local attractions listed below.

Driving distance:

Hidden Valley – Mirima National Park | Waringarri Aboriginal Arts | Kelly’s Knob Lookout | Kimberley Ornamental Stonecraft | Ivanhoe Crossing | The Hoochery Distillery | Rockalong Stonework | Kangaroo Haven Wildlife Rescue

Walking distance:

Kimberley Fine Diamonds | Artlandish Art Gallery | Artopia Gallery | Kununurra Historical Society | Walkabout Souvenirs | Celebrity Tree Park

Ask about adding on the optional Full Day tour to El Questro visiting Emma Gorge, Zebedee Springs & Chamberlain Gorge 

Accommodation: Freshwater Apartments – One Bedroom Apartment

** Breakfast included

Enjoy a free morning to explore more of the town center of Kununurra where you will find the delightful mural art trail.

Around 12.45pm you will be collected from Freshwater Apartments by the Lake Argyle Cruises coach and transported to Lake Argyle.  Enjoy commentary about the local area, communities and industries with their experienced driver.  Stop at the Durack Homestead Museum and learn about this pioneering family before meeting up with your skipper for the afternoon

As the old saying goes, “red sky at night, sailors’ delight” and there’s no better way to experience a breath-taking Lake Argyle sunset than out on the water! On this popular sunset cruise, explore the rugged northern end of Lake Argyle while navigating through some of the lake’s 90 islands and inlets.  Your Skipper will entertain and inform with commentary on the natural history and development of Lake Argyle, the Ord River Irrigation System and the Aquaculture Industry.  You’ll encounter Rock Wallabies, Freshwater Crocodiles, Wallaroos (Euros) and the diverse array of birdlife that call Lake Argyle home.

You’ll be delighted and awed by the Archer Fish that shoot water up at your hand with amazing precision. You’ll watch a Catfish feeding frenzy (also known by the fancier term of ‘Silver Cobbler’).

As the sun sinks behind the glorious Carr Boyd Ranges, you’ll enjoy a swim in the Lake with a complimentary drink and nibbles to make the most of this magic time of day.  With rugged red cliffs reflecting into the blue water, Lake Argyle is the ultimate place to catch the last golden rays of the Kimberley sun.

Overnight: Freshwater Apartments – One Bedroom Apartment

** Sunset drinks and nibbles are provided on your Lake Argyle Sunset Cruise

An early start with a complimentary pick up from at approximately 5:15am by Aviair.  A light breakfast is offered on check-in at the terminal.

Your scenic flight will depart at 6:00am taking you over the Ord River Irrigation Area, Carlton Hill Station, Wyndham and the Cambridge Gulf before reaching the coast.

Along the way you will witness stunning views of beautifully patterned mud flats near Wyndham, as well as the magnificent King River, Berkeley River Gorge, King George Falls and Kalumburu. This flight touches down at the remote Mitchell Plateau Airstrip where you disembark and board HeliSpirits’ helicopter that will transfer you from the airstrip to the beginning of the walk to the Mitchell Falls.

Follow your tour guide on a challenging 4.5km hike to the stunning Mitchell Falls.  Experience the different eco systems the plateau has to offer, view ancient aboriginal rock art and marvel at Little and Big Mertens falls. The hike can be challenging at points, with uneven tracks and river crossings, so there is an option to take a helicopter transfer straight from the airstrip to the falls at no additional cost.  This must be booked in advance though.

Once arriving at the falls, you will have time to marvel at their beauty.  Take a swim in the Mitchell River above the falls and enjoy a fresh picnic style lunch.

You will be transferred via helicopter from the top of the falls back to the airstrip, where you will board your return flight to Kununurra.  On the flight home, you will pass over King Edward River,  remote cattle stations and the Cockburn Ranges before touching town in Kununurra.

Accommodation: Freshwater Apartments – One Bedroom Apartment

** Meals: Light breakfast and a packed picnic lunch and snacks included

Enjoy a morning at your leisure relaxing by the pool or you may prefer to take a walk through Celebrity Tree Park or into town.

This morning you will be collected from your accommodation at 11.30am and taken by coach to board your Triple J Tour from the Marina. Cruising the 55km to Lake Argyle, you will marvel at the spectacular scenery, wildlife, flora and fauna found along the way and maybe even spot a crocodile! Remaining on the boat at the base of the Ord Top Dam for a view of the Ord Hydro Power Station.  From here, cruise back towards Kununurra, stopping for afternoon tea at the secluded riverside camp.

Scenic photographers will appreciate the contrast in colours as the light changes the way the gorges and ranges look on the return journey. Return you to your Kununurra accommodation at around 6.00pm after enjoying an East Kimberley sunset on board the boat.

Accommodation: Freshwater East Kimberley Apartments – One Bedroom Apartment

** Meals: Afternoon tea included, please have lunch prior to your pick-up.

Today, depart Kununurra with memories that will last a lifetime, Kimberley bucket list – DONE!

If you have the morning to spare, have a look around the Kununurra township at the many Art galleries, Diamond Shops and enjoy a coffee and cake at one of the cafes.  For the more active, enjoy a morning walk through Mirima National Park or climb Kelly’s knob for an amazing view of the beautiful valley we call home.