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THE KIMBERLEY MADE EASY
Adventure Wild takes guests on a magical tour of Broome and beyond.
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magine a winter of clear blue skies, light breezes, a warm 28-32 degrees, white beachscapes, turquoise ocean, and red rocks. A town full of history: dinosaurs, Indigenous culture, pearling, war and multi-culturalism. A destination where history can be experienced today. Welcome to Broome and the Dampier Peninsula. Along with Derby and Kununurra, Broome is one of only three towns in the region with a population exceeding 2,000. As a consequence, Australia’s north-west is remote, unpopulated and pristine. The Gibb River Road is the heart line of the Kimberley, a corrugated dirt road that extends 660 km north east from Derby to near Kununurra or Wyndham. A road originally constructed to transport cattle that travels through vast savannahs, spectacular ranges, magnificent rivers, along steep cliff faces and amazing gorges. A destination that is a ‘must see now’ for everyone. Kununurra, meaning the meeting of big waters in Aboriginal dialect, was established and developed through the Ord River Irrigation Scheme, construction of the Diversion Dam and Lake Argyle. The east Kimberley offers amazing flora and fauna, lush farmlands, stunning, contrasting landscapes, gorges and waterways, unique retail and cultural experiences. The Kimberley is also home to the World
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heritage-listed Purnululu National Park and the incredible beehive domes of the Bungle Bungles. Adventure Wild Kimberley Tours is a small family business focused on quality, affordable, guided tours specialising exclusively in the Kimberley region. Locally owned and operated by Broome residents who have been exploring the region for over 17 years, they have knowledge and passion to share. The Kimberley Adventurer tour, a 12day circuit commencing and concluding in Broome is the ultimate in Kimberley
exploration. Discover this amazing geological landscape in safety, comfort and style. Appreciate ancient Aboriginal rock art, walk through impressive natural gorges and swim in crystal clear water beneath thundering waterfalls. Offering the best value for money with an all-inclusive price, there are no hidden extras, no single supplement and customer service second to none as you communicate exclusively with the owners. Join small groups with a maximum of 16 guests and two professional, experienced guides on every tour. The guides are mature
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