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4wd Windjana gorge and tunnel creek adventure

Wed, 27 May 2015 12:57:47 +0000

Experience the remote Kimberley and visit three local icons: the Boab Prison Tree, Windjana Gorge and Tunnel Creek. Heading north cross the Fitzroy River and visit the Boab Prison Tree, once used to house convicts. Travel inland along the Gibb River Road to Windjana Gorge. Head to the day’s highlight, Tunnel Creek, an amazing 750-metre-long flooded tube tunnel, a result of eons of weathering.

Geikie gorge experience

Wed, 27 May 2015 12:50:12 +0000

Experience Geikie Gorge, one of the marvels of the Kimberley region, and learn of ancient Aboriginal culture. Journey into Geikie Gorge via Fitzroy Crossing. Enjoy a picnic lunch before joining a Darngku Heritage Cruise, hosted by local Bunuba Cultural guides. Enjoy an easy short walk along the banks of Geikie Gorge and a ride by boat down the Fitzroy River. Hear of Dreamtime stories and see crocodiles.

Cape Leveque adventure

Wed, 27 May 2015 12:37:10 +0000

Depart Broome early this morning, and travel north towards Cape Leveque. Stop for morning tea at Beagle Bay, home to the Sacred Heart Church with its glimmering pearl shell alter. Then visit the One Arm Point Community, where you’ll witness the dramatic tidal flows of the Buccaneer Archipelago and enjoy a short boat trip exploring the waters surrounding Ardyloon. On arrival at Cape Leveque, set up for a picnic lunch on the beach, where you may like to go swimming, snorkelling or perhaps just relax. Arrive back in Broome at approximately 6.30 – 7.00 pm.

A taste of Broome

Wed, 27 May 2015 12:32:32 +0000

Experience the multicultural heart and soul of Broome through its local delicacies. This is a town tour with a difference – the perfect introduction to Broome for travellers who are keen to explore a different side of this diverse outback town: friendly people, secret places, colourful history and especially, the local produce and cuisine. Our afternoon epicurean adventure explores the highlights of this remote Kimberley oasis and its fascinating history while indulging in its best culinary secrets. Along the way, our guide will also reveal the town’s favourite restaurants and their signature dishes, providing real local insight into eating out in Broome. Visit the Kanagae Estate to see the mango orchards and sample some of their delicious local produce including mango wine and fudge. Indulge in fresh oysters at the Broome jetty and enjoy local beer tastings and a special platter of Broome delicacies at the Matsos Boutique Brewery while learning of its unique history. Take a peak into Broome’s pearling past at the Japanese Cemetery and discover the land from an indigenous perspective, sampling traditional bushtucker at Minyirr Park, a cultural corridor of native habitat bordering Cable Beach. We finish the day with a delightful cocktail style BBQ and pearl meat tastings, watching the sunset on Cable Beach.