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The bungle bungle.

Drive, fly or take a 4WD tour to Purnululu National Park between Halls Creek and Kununurra to see the stunning striped domes of…

Bungle Bungle

Rising 300 metres above the grass-covered plains that surround them, the orange and black sandstone domes known as the bungle bungle are one of the world’s most fascinating geological landmarks..

• Hikes and gorges
• The wet season
• Bungles maps, information and itineraries
• Self drive the Bungles
• Accommodation and camping
• Bungle Bungle tours
• Scenic flights to the Bungles
• Frequently asked questions

The world heritage listed Bungle Bungle Range is located within Purnululu National Park in the  Kimberley region  of Western Australia.

Purnululu, meaning ‘sandstone’, has long been inhabited by local Aboriginal people, but did not become widely known to the rest of the world until the mid-1980s.

Where are the Bungle Bungles? 

Travelling along the Great Northern Highway, the turn-off to Purnululu National Park is approximately 250km west of  Kununurra  and 108km east of  Halls Creek . From the highway, allow about 2.5 hours to travel the rugged 53km  access track to the National Park . It's also possible to visit Purnululu National Park as part of a guided tour - choose from an extended 4WD tour through the Kimberley, or a shorter trip by scenic flight, some with the option to land within the park. 

You'll find information here to help you plan your self-drive trip to the Bungles, including where you can camp or stay in cabins, to choose an extended tour that takes in the Bungles, or to plan a shorter sightseeing trip from Kununurra or Broome by 4WD or by air.   

Explore Purnululu National Park

Bungles hikes and gorges.

The visitor locations at Purnululu National Park are found in its northern and southern ends, each with a range of walking trails and attractions that are well signposted. Campgrounds are also located in the northern and southern ends, with cabin and safari tent accommodation also available at the southern end. 

Explore the range on foot and discover long narrow chasms and hidden gorges large enough to hold a full-scale concert.  Echidna Chasm, famous for its towering walls which are lit up by sunlight just before midday is found in the northern end, as is Mini Palms Walk where you can see some great examples of the Livinstonia Palm. The bee-hive striped domes of the Bungle Bungle range are found in the southern end of the park as is the breathtaking natural amphitheatre of red rock known as Cathedral Gorge, and the creek bed walk of Picaninny Gorge.

Purnululu National Park is also home to 130 bird species, as well as unique native animals including the nailtail wallaby and short-eared rock wallaby.

Northern End

This is a spectacular long, narrow chasm with striking colour variations, depending on the angle of the sun.

Southern End

To enjoy the walk trails through and around the magnificent striped domes of the Bungle Bungles, travel to the southern end of Purnululu National Park.

Bungles in the Wet Season

Purnululu National Park is usually open from April to November each year. From December to March, you can visit the Bungles to see them in their Wet season glory as part of a guided tour.  HeliSpirit  run full-day tours from Kununurra, landing at the Cathedral Gorge car park for a guided walking tour through the Domes and into Cathedral Gorge - pack your swimwear, as at this time of year you may be able to take a swim!  

For keen bushwalkers, Willis's Walkabouts offer an 11 day walking tour exploring the area around Picaninny Gorge in February. 

Bungles Maps, Information and Itineraries

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Self-Drive the Bungles

How to get to purnululu national park.

For self-drive travellers, the turn-off to Purnululu National Park is located on the Great Northern Highway, approximately 250 kilometres south west of Kununurra and 100 kilometres north east of Halls Creek.

At the turn-off there is an information bay with a shade shelter and toilets. From the turn-off, access to the park is via the Spring Creek Track. This is a rugged track that is suitable for four-wheel-drive (4WD) vehicles and single-axle off-road trailers only. Caravans may be stored at the Bungle Bungle Caravan Park located at the turn-off (fees apply), and it's also possible to stay there and take day trips into the National Park. 

If you're breaking up your journey before arriving at the Bungles, you'll also find some good camping options at  Violet Valley Campground  (36km from the park entrance with a 13km access road) and  Doon Doon Roadhouse , 100km from Kununurra and 145km from the park entrance). 

The road is a narrow unsealed track with a number of creek crossings, some sharp corners, and ascents and descents. Allow approximately 2.5-3 hours for this 53-kilometre journey. Along the way, enjoy numerous scenic lookout points before your arrival at the  Purnululu Visitor Centre .

The closest fuel to Purnululu National Park is at Warmun Roadhouse, approximately 53 kilometres north east of the park on the Great Northern Highway, and at Halls Creek, approximately 100km south east. The closest mechanical assistance is at Kununurra.

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Violet valley campground.

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Tours at the Bungles

While it's certainly possible to enjoy a fully self-guided tour of the Purnlulu National Park, there are some tours you can join at the park to help you gain a deeper insight into its incredible attractions, the deep connection that the Djaru and Gija people have to this area, and of course the awe-inspiring view of the domes from the air. 

Guided Walking Tours

Kingfisher tours.

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Helicopter Tours at the Bungles

Departing from the Bungle Bungle Caravan Park at the entrance to Purnululu National Park, and from the airstrip within the park itself, HeliSpirit offer a range of flight routes and durations to help you see this incredible park from a new perspective! Flights last from 18 minutes to an hour, taking in the Domes, the remarkable hidden red rock gorges of the north-west tip, Horseshoe Valley and Piccaninny Gorge. 

Bungle Bungle Tours

Whether you're travelling from Kununurra or Broome you'll find a guided tour itinerary that includes a visit to Purnululu National Park. Your options will include scenic flights and 4WD tours, including private charters or as part of a group, and the option to visit on a dedicated Bungles itinerary, or as part of an extended Kimberley tour. 

Extended 4WD Tours

Purnululu National Park and the Bungle Bungle Range is a highlight on many 4WD itineraries through the Kimberley region. Itineraries range in length from 4 to 15 days, and from camping to fully accommodated, so there's sure to be a tour or private charter to suit.

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Shorter 4WD Itineraries

Choose a shorter 4WD itinerary from Kununurra or Broome to the Bungles for a dedicated trip. 

Kununurra to the Bungles

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Scenic Flights to the Bungles

Viewing the incredible Bungle Bungle domes from the air is the only way to get a true sense of just how vast the range is. There are a number of departure points - Kununurra, Broome, Halls Creek, and the Bungle Bungle Caravan Park, and you can also choose to land at the park for a guided 4WD and walking tour, or to stay overnight. 

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How do I get to the Bungle Bungle?

Access to the park by road is via Spring Creek Track, from the Great Northern Highway approximately 250km south of Kununurra, through Mabel Downs cattle station to the track's end at the Purnululu National Park Visitor Centre.

Why are the Bungle Bungle famous?

Famous for the 450 km2 Bungle Bungle Range, Purnululu has been listed as an outstanding landscape that is an incomparable natural phenomenon. It reveals the story of its formation over hundreds of millions of years, and helps unlock the story of the earth's history.

Who found the Bungle Bungle?

The park is known for the astounding Bungle Bungle range, which was only 'discovered' by a film team in 1983. Purnululu National Park was established in 1987 and skyrocketed to world fame in short time. 

What do the Bungle Bungle look like?

The Bungle Bungle have a distinct orange-and-black-ringed pattern running down their surface. This is caused not only by the conglomerate nature of their make-up but from water getting trapped in denser layers, allowing algae to grow and form the darker colorations.

How tall are the Bungle Bungle?

The average height of the Bungle Bungle range is approximately 200-300 metres high and seems even higher whilst walking through the gorges and chasms.

What are the Bungle Bungle made of?

The distinctive beehive-shaped towers are made up of sandstones and conglomerates (rocks composed mainly of pebbles and boulders and cemented together by finer material). These sedimentary formations were deposited into the Red Basin 375 to 350 million years ago, when active faults were altering the landscape.

Trip Planner

• Bungle Bungle (Purnululu) Tours

Bungle Bungle Guided Tours

Price from $381.

• 319 Laine Jones Drive, Kununurra WA 6743, Australia

GUIDED WALKING TOURS ~ FLY-IN DAY TRIPS ~ OVERNIGHT PACKAGES

See the Bungle Bungle Domes, Cathedral Gorge, Echidna Chasm and Piccaninny Gorge

Bungle Bungle Guided Tours is an Accredited Tourism Business offering a unique experience, providing guided walking tours through the World Heritage listed Purnululu National Park. Locally owned, we are committed to looking after the environment we operate in and strive for best practices in eco-tourism to ensure the sustainability of Purnululu National Park so that it can be enjoyed by future generations.

One of only 16 UNESCO Natural World Heritage sites in Australia, Purnululu National Park covers almost 240,000 hectares of remote wilderness and includes the Bungle Bungle Range, a spectacular landscape of sculptured rocks and sandstone towers. Your guide will take you back to a time where Aboriginal people lived for some 40,000 years. Learn about bush-tucker, Aboriginal customs and the many reasons why Purnululu is World Heritage listed.

Immerse yourself in the spirit of this ancient place.

One of only 16 UNESCO Natural World Heritage sites in Australia, Purnululu National Park covers almost 240,000 hectares of remote wilderness and includes the Bungle Bungle Range, a spectacular landscape of sculptured rocks and sandstone towers. Your guide will take you back to a time when the Aboriginal people lived for some 40,000 years. Learn about bush-tucker, Aboriginal customs and the many reasons why Purnululu is World Heritage listed. Immerse yourself in the spirit of this ancient place.

Our groups have a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 30 people. Choose from a range of guided walks suiting all levels of fitness.

Guided Ground Tours depart from Bellburn Airstrip within Purnululu National Park.

Tours departing from Kununurra include a return scenic flight with Aviair. All aircraft have high wings, large windows, pilot commentary, and most importantly each aircraft is air-conditioned. Aviair have the youngest fleet of aircraft in Kununurra

and safety is a priority. You will start your tour with a once in a lifetime scenic flight with views of the magnificent Ord River, the vastness of Lake Argyle, Lissadell and Texas Downs Stations, the rugged Osmand Ranges and a picturesque circuit over the Bungle Bungle Range. Your return flight to Kununurra provides aerial views of the Argyle Diamond Mine, Ragged and Carr Boyd Ranges.

Overnight dinner, bed and breakfast package at Bungle Bungle Savannah Lodge - eco-accommodation with a private ensuite. Equipped with a licensed bar, the only swimming pool in the national park and chef-prepared meals using fresh local ingredients infused with native herbs and spices.

Location & Directions

Cancellation policy.

CANCELLATION POLICY

DAY SCENIC FLIGHTS / TOURS

Within 24 hours or less of departure: NON-REFUNDABLE

24 hours to 7 days prior to departure: 20% administration fee will be charged per booking

OVERNIGHT TOUR PACKAGES

Within 7 days or less of departure: NON-REFUNDABLE

8 days to 14 days prior to departure: 50% of booking will be retained

15 days to 30 days prior to departure: 20% of booking will be retained

Cancellations must be advised in writing.

COVID POLICY

Our Standard cancellation policy remains in place however if guests are unable to travel due to Government border closures or travel restrictions that restrict the client from entering the Kimberley at the time of travel we will offer to amend the travel dates (at rate booked) or cancel without fee.

We strongly recommend that all customers take out travel insurance. In the event of a tour being cancelled by us customers will be entitled to a full refund without penalty.

CHILD AGE / INFANT POLICY | Infants are classified as 0-2 years and may travel free of charge. Please note that a limited number of infants can travel per aircraft and must be seated on their parent’s lap. Children are classified as 3-12 years of age inclusive and must be accompanied by an adult on tours. Child car-seats are not provided on the tour bus.

PAYMENT CONDITIONS | To confirm your reservation full payment must be made unless you have an existing account with us. All existing accounts are strictly 14 days. Payment can be made via credit card bank deposit or cash. AMEX cards will attract a 2% surcharge.

MINIMUM NUMBERS | A minimum of 2 passengers or the equivalent cost is required to confirm a tour booking unless the tour is already confirmed to run. Please call our reservations team to check availability for one passenger. All overnight accommodation package rates are Twin Share Single Supplement prices are available.

CHECK IN TIME | Passengers must be at the tour departure point 30 minutes prior to scheduled departure time.

PICK UP/ DROP OFF | Complimentary pick up/drop-offs are available for Brochure Scenic Flights/Tours which depart Kununurra with Aviair. Pick up will be 45 minutes prior to flight departure and available from all Hotels Motels and Caravan Parks within Kununurra Township. Please advise at the time of booking if you require a pickup or call Aviair office directly on (08) 9166 9300 no later than 3pm the day prior to departure.

COMMENTARY | All scenic flights and tours include personalised commentary by the pilot/tour guide. All tours and safety briefings are conducted in English.

FITNESS LEVEL AND MEDICAL CONDITIONS | Please advise us no later than the day prior to departure if you have any medical conditions which may affect you completing the guided walks.

Please make yourself aware of the fitness levels required to complete the walks this is available on our website www.bbgt.com.au under each tour option.

The tour guide on the day has the right to refuse a passenger to join the guided walk if they do not deem them fit and able to do the selected walk. Please call our reservation staff to discuss fitness levels and walk difficulties if you have any concerns.

SEAT WEIGHT LIMIT | The maximum seat weight limit on the Robinson R44 & R66 helicopter is 136kg. The maximum seat weight limit on the GA8 Airvan is 132kg. Please check with Reservations which aircraft is running on the day of the tour.

CUSTOMER WEIGHT | Customer and approximate hand baggage weights must be provided to us at the time of booking. All customers and baggage will be weighed prior to tour departure for safety and operational reasons. The airline reserves the right to deny carriage to customers who provide weight information that is inaccurate by more than 15% in which case any fare paid will be forfeit.

VALIDITY OF RATES | Prices quoted are subject to change. All prices are in Australian dollars ($AUD). Tours paid for in full are protected from price increases. In the event of Bungle Bungle Guided Tours introducing a special offer or rates that are discounted against the adult fare retrospective refunds will not be permitted.

DISABLED PASSENGERS | Please advise the level of assistance required with a minimum of 48 hours prior to departure time. Staff are not permitted to lift any passengers.

PERSONAL ITEMS | All care is taken but no liability is accepted for damage to personal items. Prior to leaving the bus plane or cabin customers should ensure they have all personal belongings with them. For lost property enquiries please contact our head office in Kununurra on (08) 9168 2213.

CAMERAS - HELICOPTER FLIGHTS | Cameras and phones must have a lanyard/wrist strap. Tablets and iPads are not permitted onboard.

SEASONALITY | Our tours operate from April to September. The start and end of the scheduled season may vary.

LUGGAGE RESTRICTIONS

Maximum 5kg hand luggage permitted. We recommend bringing a hat camera refillable water bottle sunscreen sunglasses and wearing sturdy walking shoes (no leather soles) light cotton & sun-protective clothing.

OVERNIGHT PACKAGES

Maximum 8kg per person allowed - preferably a soft carry bag consisting of a hat sunscreen sunglasses sturdy walking shoes (no leather soles) camera & charger sun-protective clothing warm clothing for the cool nights (May-August) swimwear for the pool additional toiletries and personal items insect repellant small pocket torch and refillable water bottle.

GOVERNMENT CHARGES | Our prices are fully inclusive of all government environmental and airport levies.

NATIONAL PARK FEES | National Park Fees are included in all Bungle Bungle Guided Tour packages.

Fly/Drive License Fees: $33.00 per Adult and $16.50 per Child

Park Camping Fees: $17.60 per Adult and $8.80 per Child

(fees subject to change without notice)

Self-driving guests are required to pay entry fees on arrival into the national park at the Visitor Information Centre. Please see fee schedule on www.dpaw.wa.gov.au

ITINERARIES | Whilst it is our intention to deliver the itinerary of your choice unforeseen circumstances such as the nature of the terrain unseasonable weather national park area closures and so on travelling conditions may be affected and therefore make it necessary to alter touring with little or no notice.

FUEL SURCHARGE | In the event of significant upward movement in the cost of aviation fuel we reserve the right to introduce a fuel surcharge. This shall be advised in writing no less than two months prior to its commencement and will be additionally advised at the time of booking confirmation.

CUSTOMER INFORMATION & PRIVACY | We require customer information for all reservations that we accept including full passenger name passenger weight contact telephone number and email address. Passenger information will be retained by us in accordance with our Privacy Policy which may be viewed on our Privacy Policy page on our website. We require passenger contact information to allow us to make contact with passengers in the event of occurrences including but not limited to adverse weather conditions on the rare occasion that a tour time may be rescheduled or in the event that personal property has been left behind after a tour.

For more information please visit our website www.bbgt.com.au

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Bungle Bungle Expeditions - Day Tours - All You MUST Know Before You Go (2024)

A Day Trip to the Bungles

Our experience began in Kununurra, where we met at the Aviair terminal to be checked in for our flight to Purnululu National Park. After a quick safety briefing from our pilot, we were then taken out to the plane to board.

The flight ascended from the Kununurra airstrip and instantly the views were incredible. We soared over the lush farmlands, past the iconic Elephant Rock and followed Lake Kununurra as it snaked its way through rugged mountains and ranges to meet Lake Argyle. The vast size of Lake Argyle is something that can only be truly appreciated by air. With the lake going out as far as the eyes can see, there is no surprise that it contains over 18 times the volume of water contained in Sydney Harbour. We continued over the stunning Carr Boyd and Osmand Ranges and before we knew it, the formidable view of Purnululu was in front of us.

The iconic black and orange banded domes came to sight and it was interesting to see all the different formations below us. Our pilot circled around Bellburn Airstrip before landing, giving us an opportunity to see how remote this part of Australia really is.

After a smooth landing, the dust settled, and we had arrived! Once disembarked from the aircraft, we were met by our tour guides, who led us over to the shaded area for a quick morning tea and debrief of the day. As we devoured freshly made banana bread, Pete showed us where we will be walking and what we could expect to see.

We then boarded the Bungles 4WD adventure bus and drove the 25 minutes to the start of the hike. It was a beautiful drive, with the large black and orange domes coming closer into view. Once we had arrived, we had another quick debrief from our guides and given our lunch bags to carry for the hike.

The walk started along a rocky track the lead us amongst the giant domes. What appeared to be small as we flew over them, the beehive domes truly dwarfed us as we walked beside them. Despite thousands of years of harsh winds coming from the Tanami Desert, these sandstone formations remain distinctively shaped and rich in colour. We walked towards Piccaninny Creek, where the creek bed had recently dried up after the heavy wet season rain before making our way towards the towering cliffs leading into Cathedral Gorge. Our guides shared information about the history and cultural significance to both the Jaru and Gija people, who utilise parts of the area as traditional meeting places.

The path turned from rocky creek bed to soft sand and the sheer gorge walls engulfed us in welcoming shade. We continued on our way, enjoying the cool change before reaching the stunning views of Cathedral Gorge. This natural amphitheatre leaves you with a feeling you cannot describe and is impossible to capture on camera. We settled in to enjoy our packed lunch in the gorge, revelling in the silence of being the only ones there.

After lunch, we made our way out of the gorge and headed back towards the striped beehive domes. Following a slightly different track back to our bus, the sheer volume of these rocky formations still left us bewildered by the impressive feats of Mother Nature.

Back at the airstrip, we said our farewells to our guides and hello to our pilots. While it was nearing the end of our adventure, the flight back to Kununurra still had some incredible sights to surprise us with. Taking off from Bellburn Airstrip, we made our way over the rugged, rocky formations and watched as the landscape transformed from distinctive domes to giant gorges. We waved goodbye to Purnululu National Park and flew over the desolate and untouched East Kimberley landscape. Soon we were orbiting over the old Argyle Diamond and as we viewed the deep walls of the mine, our pilots informed us of its history and significance.

Soon the town of Kununurra came back in to the view, glowing under the beautiful afternoon sun. We orbited around the airport and over the Ord River before coming into land and end our tour.

Thank you to the team at Aviair and Bungle Bungle Guided Tours for taking us on this amazing journey through Purnululu National Park.

Find out more about this incredible tour through one of Australia’s best-kept secrets here.

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Visiting the Bungle Bungles – all you need to know.

The Bungle Bungles is a World Heritage Area and part of the Purnululu National Park in the East Kimberley region of Western Australia.  It became a World Heritage Area because of its natural beauty and unique geological features – primarily the famous beehive-like domes.  Formed millions of years ago they weren’t commonly known about until the 1980’s.  It is totally unique and one of the most amazing landscapes in Australia.  Definitely one for the bucket list!  The park is open through the dry season from April to October.

Getting there

Firstly, it is not a day trip!  Approx. 4.25 hours drive one way from Kununurra (or 2.75 hours from Halls Gap) to the Bungle Bungle Visitor Centre and then you have another 40-45 mins drive to whichever side of the Bungles you want to go. 

Caravans or anyone towing a trailer with a double axle cannot go further than the Bungle Bungle Caravan Park, 1 km off the main highway.  It is then a long 53km dirt road that is definitely only suitable for 4WDs.  The road starts off with just rough corrugations but then deteriorates into quite rough road with a few creek crossings.  It takes about 1.5 hrs to get to just the tourist information centre there.  Turning right will take you to the area full of the domes that it is known for, and also to the fabulous Cathedral Gorge plus some other lesser known walks.  Turning left at the Tourist Information Centre will take you to the popular Echidna Chasm and a Mini Palms Gorge walk and other walks.

Where to stay

So if you are staying in the Bungle Bungles Caravan Park just off the main highway (as we did) you won’t be able to do both sides of the Bungle Bungles in one day.  Sunset is about 5pm in late June (perhaps a little later in other parts of the dry season) and you definitely don’t want to be driving on that dirt road in the dark.  So with all the driving required and the hiking time, you would need two full days there.  And just to warn you that some people choose not to travel down that road again because it is so bad and so only do one day there.  We would have done a second day there but we would have had to get back to Kununurra by sunset and it just didn’t really leave us enough time. 

The Bungle Bungles Caravan Park also has some cabins which we stayed in but just a few things to be aware of:

• Book well ahead – with these places that are very isolated and without much choice in accommodation, it gets snapped up pretty quickly.
• No internet reception except for the outdoor bar and restaurant area.
• No phone reception
• They were short staffed due to covid and so we could only book in for dinner on one night at the restaurant – luckily we had enough food to feed ourselves the other night.  So it might pay to book your dinner in advance too.

If you are camping or staying inside the National Park you may manage to visit both sides of the park in one day.  Although you would still not manage to do all of the walks.  The cabins or glamping are very expensive inside the National Park and you would need to book well in advance too.  But it saves you the time and effort of travelling on that rough dirt road a second day.  So although it is possible to hike the most popular short walks in a day, if staying inside the National Park, you would definitely need two full days to do most of it.

Places to stay inside the National Park that are not camping include the Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodge and the Bungle Bungle Savannah Lodge .  Be warned – they are very expensive! 

If camping, there are two campgrounds – Walardi and Kurrajong .  Very basic only, with bore water, no showers and bush toilets.  So you really need to be self sufficient!  The campgrounds are at least cheap.  At the time of writing this, it was $13 per person for either campground.  Bookings essential!

Helicopter rides and plane trips

If you are short of time or just don’t fancy driving down the awful roads you could either fly in or helicopter in from the nearby towns of Kununurra or Halls Gap as there is a small airstrip within the national park. They will then take you on a land guided tour/walk.  Obviously this is a more expensive way of seeing this amazing landscape but you’re saving on accommodation and time.  We did a short helicopter ride with the doors off from within the national park itself.  I can highly recommend!  They were also offering helicopter rides from our caravan park which were slightly more expensive and with doors on. 

What is there to see and do?

Apart from the abovementioned helicopter rides or flights (the airstrip is near the southern section), it really is about walking and exploring. 

Southern Section

The part of the National Park has the orange and black striped domes that the area is famous for.  You’ll get lots of great views just driving to the car park.  From there you can choose to do:

• Domes walk – a short easy walk around some of the domes.  A good one to start with I think.

• Cathedral Gorge walk – another short walk that is connected to the Domes walk.  Cathedral Gorge is an amazing huge natural amphitheatre.  Possibly if you were there at the beginning of the dry season you might also get a waterfall too. Stunning place!

• Piccaninny Creek walk – this was also pretty easy and there was a turn off to it as we returned from the Cathedral Gorge walk.  Lots of great scenery along the way too.  We went as far as the Piccaninny Creek lookout but you can go further. 

We just did the above 3 walks but you can go further up to Whip Snake Gorge.  If you are planning to camp and have a multi-day walk deep into the Piccaninny Gorge you have to register first with the National Park.

Northern Section

We didn’t have time to get up here unfortunately.  But it’s most well-known walk would be the steep Echidna Chasm.  I really would have liked to have seen this one but sometimes you just can’t see everything.  If we only had time to walk the Northern or Southern section, I’m glad we did the Southern.

• Echidna Chasm walk is short and initially you walk through a palm filled gorge but then it becomes narrower and narrower till it becomes about 1 metre wide.  Most people like to do this around late morning, midday or just after.  The light shining down off the red walls is meant to be quite stunning.  
• The Bloodwood and Mini Palms Gorge.  I’ve heard a lot of good things about this Mini Palms Gorge, apparently one not to miss apparently.  It takes a couple of hours and gets a bit steep.  But an enjoyable walk I believe with stairs for the steepest parts.
• Homestead Valley walk – 4.4 kms and probably the least popular of the three walks but nice views for sure.

Links to help you plan your trip

Lots of good general info:  https://www.kimberleyaustralia.com/the-bungle-bungles.html

Guided tours:  https://www.bunglebungleguidedtours.com.au/

Helicopter tours:  https://www.helispirit.com.au/scenic-flights-and-tours/bungle-bungle-helicopter-tours-live/

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Otherworldy place, just stunning! Great pics!

Thanks John. Yes, ‘otherworldly’ is just the right word!

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Take a scenic flight out along the coast of the Northern Territory and Western Australia, with stunning sights every step of the way. Afterwards, let us show you some of the most breathtaking spectacles in Australia, with extensive scenic flights over the famous Bungle Bungles and mighty Ord River. Following the river leads the tour to the massive inland expanse of water known as Lake Argyle.

Bungle Bungles & Lake Argyle Day Tour

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• 0700 ACST       Arrive at Kookaburra Air, 3 Lois Lane, Darwin Airport
• 0730 ACST       Depart on scenic flight to Kununurra
• 0800 AWST      Arrive at Kununurra airport (0930 ACST)
• 0900 AWST      Depart on Bungles scenic flight (1030 ACST)
• 1130 AWST      Arrive back from Bungles scenic flight (1300 ACST)
• 1200 AWST      Lunch and time to relax at the Wier (1330 ACST)  (lunch and beverages not included in the base price)
• 1300 AWST      Depart Kununurra for Darwin (1430 ACST)
• 1630 ACST       Arrive back at Kookaburra Air

The tour will depart from Darwin Airport, where you prepare for some of the most phenomenal sights anywhere in the world. Firstly, fly out over outback Australia, including the Kimberley region and, most noteworthy, the scenic NT north west coastline. Upon arriving in Kununurra, the tour will head towards the renowned Bungle Bungles. These huge sandstone towers were molded by twenty million years of erosion and weathering. This all leads to the stunning, multi-coloured pillars we see today. Moreover, seeing them from the sky is an absolutely unbeatable experience, as only from there is it possible to understand the scale and unbelievable beauty of the ranges.

Afterwards, the tour will lead you to a lesser-known spectacle of the Australian Outback. Following the winding gorges of the Ord River, the tour reaches its pinnacle. Of an almost unrivalled majesty, the stunning Lake Argyle sits dormant. Revel in the beauty of this colossal freshwater lake moulded by the ancient landscape.

Minimum of 2 adults

这是此产品的一般行程 途经： Kookaburra Air, 3 Lois Lane, Darwin, Northern Territory 0820 Australia

抵达Kookaburra Air，然后乘坐令人惊叹的美丽航班，游览西澳大利亚和北领地的美丽崎岖景观。

途经： Bungle Bungle Range, Purnululu National Park, Western Australia 6743 Australia

从空中探索Bungle Bungles，观赏壮观的景色，并参观古老的风景。

途经： Lake Argyle, Western Australia 6743 Australia

飞越澳大利亚最大，最壮观的淡水湖之一。巨大的，未受干扰的水体可容纳18倍于悉尼港的体积！

这次旅行将从达尔文机场出发，在那里您可以为世界上任何一个最现象的景点做准备。

首先，飞越澳大利亚内陆地区，包括金伯利地区，最值得一提的是风景秀丽的西北海岸线。

抵达库努纳拉后，游览将前往著名的Bungle Bungles。这些巨大的砂岩塔是由二千万年的侵蚀和风化造成的。

这一切都导致我们今天看到的令人惊叹的多色支柱。而且，从天空中看到它们是绝对无与伦比的体验，因为只有从那里才能理解范围的规模和难以置信的美感。

之后，这次旅行将引领您前往澳大利亚内陆地区鲜为人知的奇观。沿着奥德河（Ord River）蜿蜒的峡谷，游览到达顶峰。

几乎无与伦比的雄伟壮观，令人惊叹的阿盖尔湖坐落休眠。陶醉在古老景观所塑造的巨大淡水湖的美景中。

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EXPLORE THE Purnululu world heritage listed national park

Punululu World Heritage Listed Park is part of Gija and Jaru Country who are the custodians for this country and these are our guides who take you through this incredibly beautiful landscape. It is a geomorphic phenomenon, the Bungle Bungle Ranges can be found in the world heritage-listed Purnululu National Park, about 300km south of Kununurra in the northwest of Australia. 30 million years of weathering have produced these spectacular orange and grey banded, bee-hive shaped towers. The complex maze found within towers is heightened by the twisting, narrow and sheer-sided gorges lined with lush green Livistona palms line the entry to Echidna Chasm offering a stunning contrast of colours. The towers, along with the soaring and jagged cliffs that rise up to 250 metres above, are cut by seasonal secret waterfalls and pools…

We could talk all day and tell you all about it, but this natural beauty really is something that should be seen (and experienced) for yourself.

Purnululu world heritage park

Broome To Bungles (Fly/ 4WD/ Trek)

Tour Code – B1B

Available – Daily (subject to partner availabilty)

Price – Contact us

Duration – Approx 7 hours

Inclusions – Scenic flight from Broome return. Small Group guided tour with Aboriginal Custodian for country guide of Bungles Southern Gorges; Cathedral Gorge, Piccaninny look out and the Beehive Dome Botanicals walk. Delicious lunch, afternoon tea. tea / coffee / water / alcoholic beverage.

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Bungles Day Trek (Self Drive/ Trek) Cathedral Gorge and Dome Walk

Tour Code – BC

Available – Daily meet at Cathedral Gorge Car Park 10.30am

Price – Adults $360 / Senior $340 / Child (3-12) $200

Duration – Approx 5 hours

Inclusions – Small Group guided tour with Aboriginal Custodian for country guide of Bungles Southern Gorges; Cathedral Gorge, Picaninny look out and the Beehive Dome Botanicals walk. Delicious lunch, afternoon tea. tea / coffee / water / alcoholic beverage .

Bungles Day Trek (4WD/ Trek) Cathedral Gorge and Echidna Chasm

Tour Code – BC+

Available – Daily meet at Echidna Chasm Car Park 8.30am

Price – Adults $455 / Senior $400 / Child (3-12) $240

Duration – Approx 10 hours

Inclusions – Small Group guided tour with Aboriginal Custodian for country guides of The Bungles Southern Gorges and Northern Chasms. Echidna Chasm, Cathedral Gorge, Picaninny look out and the Beehive Dome Botanicals walk. Delicious lunch, afternoon tea. Tea / coffee / water / alcoholic beverage with cheese board .

Halls Creek Bungles Day Trek Extended (Fly/ 4WD/ Trek)

Tour Code – HCB1+

Available – Daily

Price – $530.00 (price set for min 4 people, smaller groups will change cost)

Inclusions -scenic flight from Halls Creek return. Small Group guided tour with Aboriginal Custodian for country guides of The Bungles Southern Gorges and Northern Chasms. Echidna Chasm, Cathedral Gorge, Picaninny look out and the Beehive Dome Botanicals walk. Delicious lunch, afternoon tea. Tea / coffee / water / alcoholic beverage with cheese board.

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