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Trip Style
Land Journey
Accommodation
4 Star
Max. Group Size
40
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
TWS18
Overview
Read 3 reviews and enjoy exclusive savings on Travelmarvel's 18 Day Last Frontier. Journey down Australia's west coast on this Land Journey. Explore the El Questro Wilderness Park, cruise Shark Bay and venture to Ningaloo Reef Marine Park.
Itinerary
Today marks the beginning of your Last Frontier adventure. On arrival in Darwin, you'll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Later this afternoon, you'll enjoy a guided tour of Darwin including a visit to the fascinating Royal Flying Doctor Service Tourist Facility. Tonight, get to know your fellow travellers during a Welcome Dinner. Stay: Travelodge Darwin (D)
Early this morning, travel to Adelaide River and remember fallen soldiers at the heritage-listed Adelaide River War Cemetery. After having time to explore, head to Nitmiluk Gorge and embark on a guided cruise. Afterwards, continue on to the famous remote town of Katherine. Stay: Contour Hotel Katherine (B/D)
Departing Katherine, you'll cross the border into Western Australia. Head to Kununurra and undertake a town tour. Stay: Kununurra Country Club Resort or similar (B/D)
This morning, join a wildlife cruise along the iconic Ord River. Then, see Lake Argyle, a huge freshwater lake known to many as the Jewel of the Kimberley, before travelling the Gibb River Road into El Questro Wilderness Park/Home Valley Station. Stay Two Nights: El Questro, Emma Gorge Resort, tented cabins with ensuites or Home Valley Station (B/D)
Head to Zebedee Springs and take a dip in the natural thermal pools. Then, set off on a guided cruise along Chamberlain Gorge, where the river carves a path through the sheer rock face. Later, perhaps walk to Emma Gorge. (B/D)
Insider Experience: Set off on a relaxing cruise of the Chamberlain Gorge and learn about the region's diverse flora and fauna, including the cheeky, spitting archerfish, as you cruise one of the Kimberley's longest gorge systems.
Insider Experience: Set off on a relaxing cruise of the Chamberlain Gorge and learn about the region's diverse flora and fauna, including the cheeky, spitting archerfish, as you cruise one of the Kimberley's longest gorge systems.
Visit Wyndham this morning, before marveling at the scenery as you travel through the breathtaking Kimberley landscapes on the way to Halls Creek. Enjoy staying in the heart of the remote Kimberley region. Stay: Halls Creek, Kimberley Hotel (B/D)
Travel along the Great Northern Highway to sublime Geikie Gorge. On a cruise, see how flooding has created a fascinating bleached effect on the limestone walls. Continue to beautiful and remote township of Fitzroy Crossing, set on the banks of the magnificent Fitzroy River. Stay: Fitzroy Crossing, Fitzroy River Lodge (B/D)
Skirt along the southern edge of the Kimberley region on the way to the beaches of Broome. Enjoy a guided tour of this historic pearling town and discover its fascinating history. Broome is sure to delight. Stay Two Nights: Oaks Broome (B/D)
Today is yours to spend at leisure in Broome. Perhaps go for a stroll through town or relax on the white sands of Cable Beach. This evening, you might like to take a sunset camel ride along the beach (own expense). (B)
Farewell Broome and travel through the vast Great Sandy Desert today to Port Hedland, a bustling town surrounded by natural beauty. Stay: Hospitality Port Hedland (B/D)
Set off from Port Hedland today and journey inland over the remote and rugged landscapes of Karijini National Park. Karijini is Western Australia's second largest national park and is filled with sheer gorges and cascading waterfalls. Stay Two Nights: Karijini Eco Retreat (B/L/D)
This morning you'll visit the remote mining town of Tom Price, nestled deep in the Hamersley Range. Here, enjoy a tour of the Tom Price Mine before returning to Karijini. This afternoon, experience the beauty of the park on visits to the stunning oases of Joffre Falls and Dales Gorge, where crystal-clear water and vibrant rock amphitheatres provide a haven in the outback setting. (B/D)
Travelling west from Karijini National Park, you'll pass through the striking ancient outback landscapes of the Pilbara. Spectacular, sparsely populated, and containing evidence of both the world's oldest pre-historic lifeforms and oldest continuous living culture, the Pilbara is a privilege to explore. Admire the scenery during your journey to the scenic town of Exmouth. Stay Two Nights: Exmouth, Potshot Hotel (B/D)
Visit the World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Marine Park for today's Insider Experience. Continue to Vlamingh Head for stunning views of Western Australia's coastline and the North West Cape. (B)
Insider Experience: Cruise the spectacular Ningaloo Reef and view the forests of soft coral and tropical fish.
Insider Experience: Cruise the spectacular Ningaloo Reef and view the forests of soft coral and tropical fish.
Set out for World Heritage-listed Shark Bay and enjoy today's Insider Experiences. Stay: Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort (B/D)
Insider Experience: Savour a seafood dinner at Monkey Mia. Enjoy the stunning location of Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort.
Insider Experience: Savour a seafood dinner at Monkey Mia. Enjoy the stunning location of Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort.
Start today with a magical dolphin encounter at the daily feeding experience (subject to appearance). Enjoy the chance to stand on the sand within metres of these friendly creatures. Following today's sensational Insider Experience on the bay, visit Hamelin Pool to view some of the world's oldest living fossils. Later, continue to the sleepy seaside town of Kalbarri. Stay: Kalbarri Edge Resort (B/D)
Insider Experience: Unwind during a wildlife cruise on Shark Bay.
Insider Experience: Unwind during a wildlife cruise on Shark Bay.
Enjoy the Kalbarri Skywalk this morning, taking in incredible views of the spectacular Murchison River Gorge and surrounding area. Travel to Nambung National Park to see the spectacular Pinnacles rise out of the desert sand. Then, continue to Perth, where you'll enjoy a special Farewell Dinner. Stay: Crowne Plaza Perth (B/D)
After a tour of Perth today, you'll transfer to the airport for your onward flight. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Visit El Questro Wilderness Park
- Embark on a cruise over World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Reef
- Savour a seafood dinner at Monkey Mia
- Unwind during a wildlife cruise on Shark Bay
- 17 nights in premium accommodation
- Services of a Travelmarvel Tour Director and Driver
- Airport transfers and porterage are included
- 33 meals - 17 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 15 dinners
- Itinerary, hotels and inclusions are subject to change
- Please note wildflowers are most prolific during late August to October, however, due to unpredictable weather, sightings are not guaranteed
- Price is for land only. Flights not included
Trip Reviews (3) Most Recent 'Last Frontier' Reviews
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Hot, dusty and a long way, but well worth it!! 3
Lyn, VIC, Australia, May 2019
I enjoyed this trip from the top end to Perth. It was a long, hot trip but well worth it. We saw some amazing things and some not so good things as far as personnel in the outback goes. The cruising down the gorges is amazing as are the dolphins, stingrays and other sea life we saw.
Glamping at El Questro was interesting but I'm a softie and need ...read more my air-con. The lovely, warm Zebedee Springs at El Questro were a highlight as were the spitting archer fish at Geiki Gorge. It is amazing how a desert can be transformed when you provide a water supply. The Ord River and Argyle area are a great example of this.
The trip was well managed and the food was varied and plentiful. Pity they didn't think of providing us with water though. It was free on my last 2 Travelmarvel trips, but NOT in the outback. WHAT THE!! Seeing as how I paid over $7K for the trip, water was a basic that should be included.
Glamping at El Questro was interesting but I'm a softie and need ...read more my air-con. The lovely, warm Zebedee Springs at El Questro were a highlight as were the spitting archer fish at Geiki Gorge. It is amazing how a desert can be transformed when you provide a water supply. The Ord River and Argyle area are a great example of this.
The trip was well managed and the food was varied and plentiful. Pity they didn't think of providing us with water though. It was free on my last 2 Travelmarvel trips, but NOT in the outback. WHAT THE!! Seeing as how I paid over $7K for the trip, water was a basic that should be included.
We have tripped with Travelmarvel before in WA so we knew what to expect. We are also not so critical to complain about little things that I know others grizzle about. After all, we are on holiday. So long days in the bus looking at scenery is something I am happy with. My ratings reflect that it was a pleasant experience. I have to add that Leanne ...read more from Global Journeys was very efficient throughout the process.
River cruises were fabulous 2
Rosemary Graham, ACT, Australia, Aug 2015
Thoroughly enjoyed the tour. So many fabulous places and things to see. Tour guide and coach driver were very knowledgeable and attentive to all passengers. Tour inclusions such as river cruises and glass bottomed boat cruise were fabulous.
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Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Travelmarvel. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from Travelmarvel. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
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