10-Day Kimberley Offroad Adventure from Broome to Darwin
Overview
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1 week 3 days
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A 10-day action-packed Kimberley trip at a slightly slower pace to the 9-day Darwin to Broome tour. You get to hike, swim and camp in some of the most spectacular locations in outback Australia.You will be bush camping most nights, cook incredible meals with simple appliances and sleep under the beautiful starry night sky. This tour takes you through the heart of the Kimberley outback, departing Broome heading east along the Gibb River Road, venturing into the Bungle Bungles, Lake Argyle, El Questro and many more stunning destinations. There is the opportunity to go on a boat ride on Lake Argyle, Australia's largest man-made lake and a helicopter ride over the Bungle Bungles. You'll also be able to spot native animals in their natural habitat, observe ancient Wandjina and Bradshaw rock art and reward yourself with a swim after hiking to some of Australia's best waterfalls. The tour finishes in the capital of the Northern Territory, Darwin.
Additional Info
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children aged 10 - 17 must be accompanied by an adult
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Children aged 9 or below can travel on kid-friendly tour only (Darwin to Broome 8th July)
What To Expect
Derby Prison Tree, Windjana Gorge and Tunnel Creek
Accommodations
Camping
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Tunnel Creek National Park
The first stop will be at the impressive Derby Prison Tree before continuing on to Windjana Gorge where your guide will tell you stories of Jandamarra and the Bunuba resistance. Afterwards, visit Tunnel Creek before making camp.
Windjana Gorge National Park
The first stop will be at the impressive Derby Prison Tree before continuing on to Windjana Gorge where your guide will tell you stories of Jandamarra and the Bunuba resistance. Afterwards, visit Tunnel Creek before making camp.
Bell Gorge and Adcock Gorge
Accommodations
Camping
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
King Leopold Ranges Conservation Park
Today, start with a visit to the remarkable teared waterfall known as Bell Gorge in the King Leopold Conservation Park where you will have the opportunity to swim. In the afternoon, swim at either Galvans or Adcock Gorge depending on the seasonal conditions. The last stop for the day will be a bush camp.
Manning gorge and Galvans Gorge
Accommodations
Camping
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Manning Gorge
Start the day with a hike into Manning Gorge where you can swim as well as see the ancient Kimberley Bradshaw rock art and spot the Northern Red-Faced turtle.
Galvans Gorge
A walk and swim under the waterfall. Also a chance to spot local wildlife.
El Questro Wilderness Park
Accommodations
Camping
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
El Questro Wilderness Park
Today we will cross the Kimberley's Pentacost River as we make our way to El Questro station to set up camp for the next two nights. You’ll be able to explore the swimming holes around camp and spot colourful Gouldian finches and other birdlife. Tonight, you’ll enjoy a meal at the restaurant* and if you choose, you can quench your thirst at the Swinging Arm Bar and rub shoulders with the locals and fellow travellers. Tonight, dinner at your own expense in the restaurant.
El Questro Wilderness Park
Accommodations
Camping
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
El Questro Wilderness Park
This morning we make a stop at a series of crystal-clear hot springs known as Zebedee Springs. Here, we will take a moment to admire the scenery and relax in the spring-fed pools. Afterwards, we will embark on an adventurous hike up El Questro Gorge* where you will be rewarded with a refreshing swim.
El Questro Wilderness Park and Purnululu National Park
Accommodations
Camping
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
El Questro Wilderness Park
This morning we hike into the stunning Cockburn Ranges to Emma Gorge where you will be able to take a swim surrounded by the impressive, dominating rockface. Once back at the truck we will make our way to the Bungle Bungles.
Purnululu National Park
Tonight, we will set up camp in the Purnululu National Park (Bungle Bungles) where we will stay for two nights.
Purnululu National Park
Accommodations
Camping
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Purnululu National Park
This morning we will watch the sunrise over the Bungle Bungle domes before hiking to Cathedral Gorge, Piccaninny Creek lookout and the Window. After exploring the Bungles you’ll have the opportunity to take a scenic helicopter flight from around $320 for an 18-minute scenic flight (at your own expense). After lunch, we will visit Echidna Chasm, where you’ll stand in the centre surrounded by the impressive 200-metre-high cliffs.
Lake Argyle
Accommodations
Camping
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Lake Argyle
This morning we make a stop in Kununurra before heading to Lake Argyle, Australia’s largest man-made lake, where we will embark on our Lake Argyle island adventure. Our island adventure will begin when we board the cruise vessel with our camping gear and head out on to the lake. We’ll explore the islands and bays in search of wildlife including the Short-eared rock-wallaby, wallaroo, Freshwater crocodile, and numerous fish species and bird-life. We’ll also have the opportunity to plunge into the cool waters and take a refreshing swim before we head to the island to set-up camp. We will enjoy the welcomed solitude and sunset with a campfire meal, before resting for the night ready to be woken by the sound of water, wildlife and an unmissable sunrise. When we are ready, we'll pack up and head back to the mainland for breakfast.
Keep River National Park and Judbarra (Gregory) National Park
Accommodations
Camping
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Keep River National Park
Today we cross the border into the Northern Territory to visit Keep River National Park and learn about some of the local Aboriginal history at Gingers Hill. We then make our way to the Goorrandalng walk to admire the sandstone escarpment and masses of Livistonia palms.
Judbarra / Gregory National Park
Our next stop will be in Jubarra (Gregory) National Park, where you will see Gregory’s tree. The tree is a sacred site to the Ngarinyman people and is named after the explorer Augustus Gregory and his party, who camped near it in 1855. Tonight we will camp in the Victoria River region.
Edith Falls
Accommodations
We will drop you off at your accommodation in Darwin
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
Edith Falls
On the final day of the Kimberley off-road adventure tour we will take a dip in Edith Falls for a refreshing swim before making our way to the capital of the Northern Territory, Darwin. On route we will stop at the intriguing Magnetic termite mounds before dropping you off at your accommodation in or near the city.
Options
1st May departure
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Air-conditioned truck with forward facing seats
Drinking water included
Driver/guide
Hotel pick up and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Equipment - swag and tent
Live commentary on board
Camping fees
Alcoholic drinks (there will be a least 1 opportunity to purchase alcohol on the tour)
Helicopter ride over the Bungle Bungles
Pickup points
Mangrove Hotel
47 Carnarvon St, Broome Australia
Moonlight Bay Suites
51 Carnarvon St, Broome Australia
Oaks Broome Hotel
99 Robinson St, Broome Australia
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Reviews
66 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wild walks, rocky waterholes
Emma W,Jun 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was the best group tour I’ve ever been on. Walks galore (often two a day), rocky mountain ranges glowing in the sunset, camping under the stars, swimming in wild waterholes. We scrambled up rocky hillsides to see indigenous rock art, spotted brolgas at El Questro and dingoes beside the road. A startled jabiru flew alongside the truck for a magical moment. A helicopter flight over Purnululu left me in tears of joy (true story). Food was plentiful and everyone pitches in to set up, cook and pack down. Our guide Martin was really lovely, fabulous at creating groupness with a disparate bunch of people, entertaining on the longer drive days, knowledgeable about the Kimberley and utterly indefatigable.
If you love swimming, this is the tour for you
179toriw,Jun 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Martin is a one of a kind guide who has incredible stamina, a great sense of humour and a true understanding of the Kimberley region. The swims at the end of the hikes made it all the more enjoyable. The sunrise at Lake Argyle was amazing to experience. Best value for money. 10/10.
Amazing and unforgettable trip
Melissa L,Aug 21, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing and one of the best tours I have done. Seeing the Kimberley’s at its rawest. Martin our guide was knowledgeable, dedicated, comprehensive in his explanations and instructions and inclusive with everyone, considering we had a diverse group. Martin’s hard work and dedication to ensuring we got the best experience for the trip didn’t go unnoticed. Martin is an excellent tour guide and well suited to the role. Camping on Lake Argyle to walking through the Bungle Bungles for sunrise were just a couple of special highlights which I will treasure forever. Thank you Martin for showing the Kimberley’s in this very special and unique way. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to see this part of Australia by getting out of their comfort zone and getting a bit dirty and bruised, taking away unforgettable memories. To get the full experience this trip is for someone who is reasonably fit and agile.
Great tour, letting you fully experience this beautiful part of the country
Journey684384,Jul 12, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I highly recommend the tour. We saw so many amazing sites, some truly off the beaten track, did great walks into gorges where we could swim, saw rock art, camped under the stars, and so much more. Thanks to the small size of the group and our cheerful tour guide, the group had a good chemistry. You need to be reasonably fit for the walks, but different types of fitness are catered for.
Under the stars
178diannes,Jul 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Broome to Darwin through the Kimberley took me through a stunning landscape treasured by its custodians and I was lucky to experience a little of the magic. The raw beauty cannot help touch and change my perception of country. This sunburnt country, a land of sweeping plains, of rugged mountain ranges touched by flooding rains. Kapalga travel took me to places I had only dreamed of. Now I have seen them. Thank you Martin our tour guide and Lucy and Adam. You should be proud of the experience you give your travelers on your magical journey.
Total immersion.
Tim M,Jul 7, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Superb experience from beginning to end. Our guide has seemingly limitless energy and enthusiasm, along with amazing inside knowledge of the natural and cultural wonders. Nothing was too much trouble if it added to our fun. We really felt we were getting a unique experience, seeing the Gibb River Road region and Purnululu - the Bungle Bungles - in a way very people do.
Absolutely fabulous experience
Kath R,Jul 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Just completed the 10 day Broome to Darwin tour commencing 19/6/24 led by Dan. What an amazing adventure we all had. Dan was a fantastic knowledgeable tour guide who went above and beyond to ensure we all had the best time. Up early every day to beat the heat and capture the best of the day without crowds. Fabulous itinerary, amazing sights and memories. The whole tour group hit it off really well. Loved sleeping in swags or tents under the stars. Highly recommend doing this tour instead of risking damage to your vehicles on the Gibb and the Bungles. Absolutely great value for money and met new friends from around the world. Thanks Kapalga travel / Kimberley 4wd Adventures.
The best
Olebak,Sep 19, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had this trip planned before COVID-19, so we were realy looking forward to finaly go! I was the best trip ever! Bus full of Nice people and a realy great guide. Adam was so calm an know every corner of this amazing part of the Country. We realy loved the Down to earth feeling in the Whole concept.
A wonderful way to experience the Kimberleys.
debbielH1845OC,Aug 22, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Martin,our guide's experience & passion for the Kimberleys enabled our group aged late 20's -early 70s to gel well...socially,cooking,setting up camp and walking together. His daily briefings on the next days activities were detailed & he ensured these were suited to our individual capabilities. Great food- hot breakfast options, fresh salad veges for lunch, dinners included camp oven delights. The regular early starts were compensated by cooler walking temperatures and having the popular trail or spring to ourselves. The management team were quick to respond to questions. Very inspiring, evidenced by lots of pics taken and many paintings to make. Thanks for a great experience.
epic adventure
fiftygrit,Jul 26, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I really enjoyed this once-in-a-lifetime adventure. The scenery is wonderful. We visited many amazing sites including several that were not marked. Our tour leaderJimmy, was most informative and had a huge amount of energy (he did a lot of cooking, all the driving, managing us so that we were ready for each activitiy, etc). We did experience a couple of flats and other vehicle issues (as you should expect on the punishing Gibb River Road). Jimmy handled these with aplomb. Unexpectedly, this added to the adventure.
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