Top End to Kimberley Adventure

Trip Code:57187

(AUD) Twin Share from $3,317pp

Days 5

Nights 4

Experience the rugged beauty and rich history of Australia’s Top End and Kimberley on this 5 day journey from Darwin to Kununurra. Discover Darwin’s tropical charm, cruise through the towering cliffs of Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge, and uncover wartime history along the way. Explore vast outback landscapes, Lake Argyle’s endless horizons and meet the local characters. With immersive experiences and breathtaking scenery, this journey captures the spirit and scale of Australia’s north.

26 May 2027 – 30 May 2027
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02 Jun 2027 – 06 Jun 2027
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16 Jun 2027 – 20 Jun 2027
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30 Jun 2027 – 04 Jul 2027
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07 Jul 2027 – 11 Jul 2027
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14 Jul 2027 – 18 Jul 2027
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28 Jul 2027 – 01 Aug 2027
from $3,715 pp twin share *
11 Aug 2027 – 15 Aug 2027
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18 Aug 2027 – 22 Aug 2027
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25 Aug 2027 – 29 Aug 2027
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* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.

Itinerary

Day 1 – Welcome to Darwin:
Darwin is a city of contrasts, where tropical warmth meets rich history. Join your Travel Director to uncover the capital’s highlights, from its distinctive architecture to the defining moments that shaped it. Wander through lush botanical gardens and take in sweeping coastal views from East Point Reserve. As the day fades, settle in for dinner by the waterfront, with great company setting the tone for the days ahead.
Day 2 – Darwin – Katherine:
Your journey south unfolds with deeper insight into the Top End’s wartime past. Pause for reflection at Adelaide River War Cemetery, a moving reminder of lives lost in defence of the nation. From here, nature takes centre stage as you arrive at Nitmiluk National Park on Jawoyn land. Step aboard a cruise through the striking Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge, a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, where ancient sandstone cliffs rise high above the water, shifting in colour with every turn of the river. The pace doesn’t slow as you continue to the Katherine Outback Experience. Here, the Northern Territory’s pastoral heritage comes alive through storytelling and music; an immersive glimpse into life on the land that’s as authentic as it is entertaining.
Day 3 – Katherine – Kununurra:
Cross into Western Australia and arrive in Kununurra, where the outback feels vast and wonderfully remote. Step into the past at the Durack Homestead Museum, carefully relocated before the Ord River Irrigation Scheme reshaped the land and gave rise to Lake Argyle. Out on the water, take in the sheer scale of this vast freshwater reservoir on a scenic cruise, with birdlife overhead and endless horizons in every direction. Then return to Kununurra, a laid-back town with a character all its own, a quiet base for exploring the remarkable Kimberley region.
Day 4 – Kununurra:
This morning invites adventure, with the option to explore Purnululu National Park (own expense). Take to the air or journey by 4WD to witness the remarkable Bungle Bungle Range, their banded domes rising from the earth in a pattern shaped over millions of years. Later, swap wilderness for craftsmanship at the Hoochery Distillery. Here, meet the characters behind the craft and discover how their award-winning rums and whiskies are produced.
Day 5 – Farewell from Kununurra:
Wander through Mirima National Park, known as the ‘mini Bungle Bungles’, with your Travel Director while learning how the landscape was formed. Short and sweet, this trip comes to an end today. We hope your journey inspires an extended wanderlust for Western Australia and the Northern Territory.

Highlights

Discover Darwin’s tropical charm and uncover wartime history.
Cruise through the towering cliffs of Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge.
Explore vast outback landscapes and Lake Argyle’s endless horizons.

Inclusions

Get on the water with hand-picked cruises of Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge, and the Ord River MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience – Learn about the Jawoyn people, owners of Nitmiluk Gorge See the award-winning Katherine Outback Experience Visit Durack Homestead Museum Explore Kununurra and the region’s untamed landscapes in Mirima National Park.
Day 1 highlights Welcome to Darwin: Darwin is a city of contrasts, where tropical warmth meets rich history. Join your Travel Director to uncover the capital’s highlights, from its distinctive architecture to the defining moments that shaped it. Wander through lush botanical gardens and take in sweeping coastal views from East Point Reserve. As the day fades, settle in for dinner by the waterfront, with great company setting the tone for the days ahead.
Day 2 highlights Darwin – Katherine: Your journey south unfolds with deeper insight into the Top End’s wartime past. Pause for reflection at Adelaide River War Cemetery, a moving reminder of lives lost in defence of the nation. From here, nature takes centre stage as you arrive at Nitmiluk National Park on Jawoyn land. Step aboard a cruise through the striking Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge, a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, where ancient sandstone cliffs rise high above the water, shifting in colour with every turn of the river. The pace doesn’t slow as you continue to the Katherine Outback Experience. Here, the Northern Territory’s pastoral heritage comes alive through storytelling and music; an immersive glimpse into life on the land that’s as authentic as it is entertaining.

FAQs

Contour Hotel Katherine
Kununurra Country Club Resort
Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront

How long is this journey?

This itinerary runs for 5 days and 4 nights.

When can I travel?

Departures are currently scheduled between 26 May 2027 and 29 Aug 2027, subject to live availability.

Are there different departure options?

Yes, multiple departures may be available depending on your preferred travel period.

Are discounts available?

Seasonal or loyalty discounts may be available on selected departures at the time of enquiry.

What is generally included?

Inclusions typically cover guided touring and selected experiences, with exact details listed in the itinerary.

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