Untamed Kimberley & West Coast
21 Day Guided Holidayfrom $13,890pp* twin share
Kimberley & West Coast
AAT Kings - Untamed Kimberley & West Coast
Darwin - Perth: 21 day guided holiday
From $13,890pp* twin share (save $1,100pp*)
From $19,770pp* single (save $1,100pp*)
Travel dates: From May 2026
Three weeks of natural drama awaits on this ultimate Kimberley tour and road-trip, covering two states, dozens of gorges, a wonderland of waterfalls and countless encounters with wildlife. Fancy swimming with whale sharks, spotting crocs and meeting dolphins? Then there are the World Heritage Sites, national park trips and blazing sunsets. The ultimate in Northern Territory and Western Australia tours, it’s a journey that puts life in perspective – in the best possible way.
Highlights
Cruise down the Ord River from Lake Argyle with a local guide, ending with the setting sun over the water in Kununurra.
Immerse yourself in outback farming lifestyle and be entertained by award-winning musician Tom Curtin at the Katherine Outback Experience.
The Ningaloo Coast has World Heritage status for good reason – it cradles one of the most biodiverse marine sanctuaries in Australia.
Discover the culture of the Nyoongar people of Western Australia’s southwest: their seasonal movements, language and how knowledge is passed from generation to generation.
Note: *Prices subject to change. Terms and conditions apply.
Day 1: Welcome to Darwin
You’ll fall for the capital of the NT; its balmy tropical climate, fiery sunsets and laid-back locals. Take in the city sights on a tour, learning about the events that have shaped it over the years. Later, join your Travel Director for a Welcome Dinner.
Hotel: Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront
Included Meals: Dinner with Wine
Day 2: Darwin - Katherine
Nature takes over at Nitmiluk National Park, where you cruise through dramatic Nitmiluk Gorge. There’s no time to catch your breath – you’re off to a cattle station for the Katherine Outback Experience, where you'll be entertained with songs, stories, and a Be My Guest dinner under the stars.
Hotel: Contour Hotel Katherine
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
Day 3: Katherine - Kununurra
Kununurra exists thanks to the Ord River Irrigation Scheme. The project not only helped water the countryside, but created Lake Argyle. You won’t forget your cruise to sunset.
Hotel: Kununurra Country Club Resort
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
Day 4: Kununurra
Today is one of decisions: A scenic flight over (or 4WD tour of) the Bungle Bungles (own expense). Or a wander with your Travel Director through Mirima National Park. In between, explore the Waringarri Aboriginal Art Centre on a guided tour.
Hotel: Kununurra Country Club Resort
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 5: Kununurra - Emma Gorge
Go behind the scenes at Hoochery Distillery, which not only makes lip-smacking rum, but also delicious rum cake. Get a taste of the Gibb River Road en route to El Questro Wilderness Park, where an oasis of pandanus palms envelops your safari-style accommodation.
Hotel: Emma Gorge Resort, Tented Cabin with private facilities
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
Day 6: El Questro Wilderness Park
The Kimberley’s sounds follow you across the mighty Pentecost River to freshwater Chamberlain Gorge, your boat dwarfed by its soaring escarpments while you cruise. Afternoon remedy? A splash in the pool, perhaps, or a dip in the waterhole within Emma Gorge. Take your pick.
Hotel: Emma Gorge Resort, Tented Cabin with private facilities
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
Day 7: Emma Gorge - Halls Creek
When you arrive in Halls Creek you'll visit the Yarliyil Art Gallery, an Aboriginal owned enterprise which has more than 100 artist members who practice art in a wide range of styles and mediums. Equally important to Aboriginal communities is the Great Sandy Desert, on the edge of which is Halls Creek. This place is small in population, but big in personality.
Hotel: Kimberley Hotel
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
Day 8: Halls Creek - Fitzroy Crossing
The Kimberley boasts a geological history that is nothing short of spectacular. Explore the Mimbi Caves with an Indigenous guide to observe the delicate limestone formations, brilliantly vivid colours and crystal-clear freshwater pools that remain from the Devonian Great Barrier Reef that formed over 350 million years ago. Discover ancient rock paintings before listening to songs and hearing the Gooniyandi Dreaming story, while enjoying billy tea and damper. Travel through the Kimberley towards the remote township of Fitzroy Crossing.
Hotel: Fitzroy River Lodge
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner with Wine
Day 9: Fitzroy Crossing - Broome
The reason Broome was born is because of pearls. Today, it’s just as well known for its sizzling Indian Ocean sunsets, best enjoyed from the Cable Beach sand.
Hotel: Cable Beach Club Resort
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 10: Broome Free Time
Today is yours to explore. Perhaps veer off to a pearl farm, to witness the precision that goes into growing and harvesting these gems (own expense). Or simply enjoy Broome’s tropical climes, strolling along 22-kilometre Cable Beach, hunting for dinosaur footprints and browsing boutiques.
Hotel: Cable Beach Club Resort
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
Day 11: Broome - Port Headland
The eye-opening colours of the Pilbara are your backdrop today - rich red earth streaked with mineral deposits. Settle in Port Hedland, home to the world's largest bulk export port.
Hotel: Hospitality Port Hedland
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
Day 12: Port Headland - Karijini National Park
A frontier like no other, Karijini National Park is a place where gorges seem to cleave off the edge of the Earth, waterfalls tumble from escarpments and remote turquoise rock pools shimmer like precious gems. The wilderness is wilder, the colours brighter, the air clearer. It took billions of years to create the geological wonders you see: the red layered cliffs, the quiet gorges, the soaring gum trees, and distinctive termite mounds.
Hotel: Tom Price Motel
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
Day 13: Tom Price - Karratha
Journey through rugged terrain back towards the coast - destination Karratha. Known for its significant role in the mining and resource industry. Stop in at Ngajarli (Deep Gorge) and follow the trail to see incredible petroglyphs and learn about its indigenous history. Finally, pay a visit to Red Dog Statue, the canine larrikin with a wandering heart, and learn why he is famous in this region.
Hotel: Comfort Inn, Karratha
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner with Wine
Day 14: Karratha - Exmouth
There are a few (hundred) kilometres of Pilbara region to cover between inland Karratha and Exmouth on the World Heritage listed Ningaloo Coast. On your hypnotic journey, just imagine all the magical marine creatures you might glimpse when you dive into Ningaloo Reef – Exmouth is the gateway.
Hotel: Mantarays Ningaloo Beach Resort
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
Day 15: Exmouth Free Time
Depending on the time of year, Ningaloo Reef is home to both whale sharks and humpbacks. Opt to snorkel with both (ethically) or book a sunset cruise, sparkling wine in hand. The decision is yours.
Hotel: Mantarays Ningaloo Beach Resort
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
Day 16: Exmouth - Carnarvon
Today’s cruise in a glass-bottomed boat allows you to glimpse Ningaloo’s extraordinary marine life in comfort. Next stop is the Carnarvon Space and Technology Museum. Did you know it played a role in the 1969 moon landing?
Hotel: Best Western Hospitality Inn Carnarvon
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
Day 17: Carnarvon - Monkey Mia
Prepare yourself for the ‘living fossils’ at Hamelin Pool, home to the most abundant colony of stromatolites in the world. The state’s World Heritage listed Shark Bay is also characterised by Shell Beach, formed from billions of coquina bivalve shells.
Hotel: Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort
Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner with Wine
Day 18: Monkey Mia Free Time
Meet the wild resident dolphins that turn up to the shore every morning, then spend the afternoon at leisure. Optional sunset cruise or scenic flight over the bay, anyone?
Hotel: Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 19: Monkey Mia - Geraldton
Kalbarri National Park is known for many things: its gorges, towering coastal cliffs, and rare wildlife that you can witness from the Kalbarri Skywalk. And then there are the wildflowers, which bloom and blanket much of the countryside in spring, transforming it into a floral wonderland. Arriving in Geraldton, pay homage to the 645 Australian sailors who were lost off the WA coast during WWII at the HMAS Sydney Memorial.
Hotel: Nesuto Geraldton Apartment Hotel
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 20: Geraldton - Perth
Nambung National Park’s Pinnacles are a staggering collection of natural limestone structures, jutting into the sky. It’s a spiritual place, as is Yanchep National Park, where your Aboriginal guide decodes native plants and tells Dreamtime stories on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. This evening, join your Travel Director and companions for a Farewell Dinner.
Hotel: Crowne Plaza Perth
Included Meals: Breakfast, Farewell Dinner
Day 21: Farewell from Perth
It’s hard to believe this epic adventure has come to an end. Three weeks of incredible memories to take home with you.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Inclusions
- Specialist team of two highly experienced Travel Directors and Driver Guides
- 2 UNESCO World Heritage Sites – Ningaloo Coast & Shark Bay. Plus, Purnululu National Park (optional Bungle Bungles)
- Centrally located premium hotels
- Shark Bay, Hidden Valley, Karijini, Nitmiluk, Nambung & Yanchep National Parks and El Questro Wilderness Park entrance fees
- Arrival and departure private airport transfers
Dining
- 20 Full Breakfasts
- 15 Dinners with Wine
- 2 Lunches
- 1 Farewell Dinner
Flight Information
- Flights to and from the start/end of your trip are not included in the trip price
- Day 1: flights to arrive prior to 2.00pm into Darwin Airport
- Day 21: flights to depart anytime from Perth Airport
- Return airport to hotel transfers are included in the holiday price
What to Bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat
- Water bottle
- Warm layers in cooler months
- Camera
Fitness Requirements
Extreme temperatures can be experienced in this remote region of Australia. This trip is recommended to guests with a moderate level of fitness. In addition, the walk to Emma Gorge is considered “Difficult” and not all guests will be able to complete the walk. Some sections of Mimbi Caves have very low light and are rocky in parts. A torch is recommended.
Terms & Conditions
Our professional services are available for the purchase of any type of travel, however the following charges apply:
1. Administration Planning Service
Should a detailed itinerary/quote be requested a non-refundable planning fee will be charged per itinerary, as per the Schedule of Fees, prior to each itinerary being prepared.
2. Itinerary/Reservation Cancellation
The itinerary/reservation deposit is payable at the time the reservation is requested and is in addition to any deposit fees charged by the tour operator/airline or other travel supplier. The itinerary/reservation deposit is non-refundable BUT if you proceed with the booking, the amount of the itinerary/reservation deposit will be credited against the final amount payable. If you do not proceed with or subsequently cancel the booking, the itinerary/reservation deposit is non-refundable and is in addition to cancellation fees imposed by travel principals and Southside World Travel.
3. Amendments
Any changes made to a confirmed, deposited or finalised booking prior to departure will attract an amendment fee as per the Schedule of Fees, plus any communications costs incurred in securing further confirmations.
4. Visa, Re-entry Permits etc.
A fee, as detailed in the Schedule of Fees, inclusive of registration postage and/or courier fees is payable in addition to any Government and/or Consular fees.
5. Extraordinary Costs
In the unlikely event we are unable to meet your requirements through our normal booking process or you request a late booking which requires urgent attention, we will let you know. If you wish us to continue with the booking any additional costs as notified to you, such as telephone and other communication expenses, courier charges, any associated bank costs for urgent remittance of funds, etc. will be payable by the client.
6. Insurance
We may ask you to sign a declaration if you do not accept our recommendation that you affect travel insurance. Travel insurance provides cover when the premium is paid and the policy issued, and so should be taken out as soon as any deposit or payment is made.
In the event that you elect to take out insurance with another provider (not supplied by us), the following fees will apply when providing documentation for any claim:
Administration fee for Insurance
Domestic: from $75.00 per person
Asia Pacific: from $110.00 per person
International from $150.00 per person*
7. GST Provision
If a goods and services tax (GST) or similar tax is or becomes payable in respect of any supply made to you under this agreement, then in addition to the fee payable, you must pay the amount of GST payable in respect of that fee. The GST is payable at the same time and in the same manner as the fee or at such later time as Southside World Travel may request.
SCHEDULE OF FEES (including GST)
Please note: Any fees that apply to your booking will be documented in your quote and confirmation letter.
Itinerary Planning Fee / Reservation Deposit
from $150.00
*Itinerary/reservation deposit taken off final balance
Should a detailed itinerary/quote be requested with flight times and availability, combined with a tour or accommodation component, a non-refundable planning fee will be charged prior to each itinerary/reservation being prepared.
Itinerary / Reservation Cancellation Fee
from $150.00
* In addition to fees charged by operators
* Cancellation Fee once travel is paid in full – from 10% of total value of trip (see your travel insurance policy)
Airfare Ticketing Fees
Domestic: from $75.00 per person
Asia Pacific: from $110.00 per person
International: from $150.00 per person*
*Dependent on destination and routing
Amendment Fees
Domestic: from $75.00 per person
Asia Pacific: from $110.00 per person
International: from $150.00 per person*
*Per amendment after payment of deposits and in addition to fees charged by operator
Frequent Flyer Bookings
Domestic: from $75.00 per person
Asia Pacific: from $110.00 per person
International: from $150.00 per person*
*Only applies where Southside World Travel processes Frequent Flyer Bookings on behalf of clients
Payment
Our preferred method of payment is by direct deposit or credit card. We use TravelPay to process all credit and debit card transactions.
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- Mastercard/Debit Card - 1.4%
- Visa Card/Debit Card - 1.6%
- Amex Card - 2.2%
*Credit Card/Debit Cards refunds require 5 x business working days to process.
*Personal cheques take 5 x business working days to clear.
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Your travel consultant will advise you on passport and visa requirements, but it is your responsibility to ensure you comply with these regulations before travelling.
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