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EXPLORE THE KIMBERLEY
2015
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Kununurra, Western Australia | (08) 9148 2630 | www.kingfishertours.net
K1
Purnululu (Bungle Bungle) Explorer
Wyndham
Kununurra
The best way to explore this fascinating World Heritage listed
Bungle Bungle National Park is from the air. Famous for the
Bungle Bungle Ranges, this icon tour will be one of your most
spectacular and memorable experiences in the Kimberley.
Departing Kununurra we head south
Ivanhoe Crossing before returning
over Lake Kununurra and the upper Ord
along the Lower Ord for touchdown
River, and on to Lake Argyle, flying over
at Kununurra.
some of our vast cattle stations and
the Osmond Ranges. We arrive at the
Purnululu National Park and the Bungle
Bungle Ranges where we fly a circular
Lake Argyle
Argyle
Diamond
Mine
Available from Kununurra daily.
Flight time: 2 hours.
Adult $360 | Child $310 | Senior $330
Purnululu
Bungle Bungle Ranges
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pattern to reveal the spectacular
beehives and deep gorges of this
unique landform.
Leaving the Bungles we track north
towards the Argyle Diamond Mine, now
famous for its rare pink and champagne
coloured diamonds. Next we follow the
shoreline of Lake Argyle and the rugged
peaks of the Carr Boyd Ranges.
Timor Sea
We return to Kununurra and the
awesome panorama of the irrigated
farmlands to the north and south of
the town. As a unique bonus from
Kingfisher, your flight continues on to
Wyndham
Cockburn
Ranges
Kununurra
El Questro
Lake Argyle
Argyle
Diamond
Mine
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Purnululu
Bungle Bungle Ranges
K2
Purnululu and Cockburn Explorer
Join us on our extended aerial adventure flying over the world
famous Bungle Bungle Ranges, Cockburn Ranges, Cambridge
Gulf and lower Ord River; a photographer’s delight.
Departing Kununurra we head south
first Argyle diamonds were found, and
along Lake Kununurra, over Packsaddle
cross the Osmond Ranges with their
Plains to Spillway Creek and on to the
unique wave-like formations.
majestic inland sea of Lake Argyle. We
then follow Bow River south, where the
Next we arrive at the Bungle Bungle
Range located within the world heritage
listed Purnululu National Park. After
flying a loop around the Bungles, we
then track to the Argyle Diamond
Mine. We will fly over the open pit, and
onwards to El Questro, a million acre
cattle station turned wilderness park,
with its famous cliffhanging homestead.
We continue downstream along the
Pentecost River to Home Valley Station,
with the spectacular Cockburn Ranges
in full view to the east. We pass by the
historic town of Wyndham, the lower
Ord River wetlands and Ord Irrigation
area before returning to Kununurra.
Available from Kununurra daily
Flight time: 2.5 hours.
Adult $445 | Child $395 | Senior $425
Kingfisher is proud to collaborate and partner with other award winning
tour operators to offer a selection of exceptional value combined scenic
flight and ground tours.
K1-B Purnululu (Bungles) Scenic Flight and Ground Tour
Departing Kununurra we head south over Lake Kununurra and the upper Ord River,
and on to Lake Argyle, flying over some of our vast cattle stations and the Osmond
Ranges. We arrive at the Purnululu National Park and the Bungle Bungle Ranges where
we will land, and join a coach and walking tour to the magnificent Cathedral Gorge.
Guests will enjoy a picnic lunch and informative commentary from the resident guide.
Available from Kununurra daily (Air route is the same as K1 tour).
Depart 9.00am return 4.30pm. Adult $850 | Child $850 | Senior $850
Includes picnic lunch, coach transfer and guided walking tour.
K2-H Purnululu (Bungles) and Home Valley Explorer
Home Valley Station is an iconic Kimberley destination on the banks of the Pentecost
River and the shadow of the Cockburn Ranges. As a working cattle station it offers an
indigenous based training academy as well as a luxurious retreat for visitors and locals
alike. Arrive by air after an exhilarating scenic flight via Lake Argyle and the Bungles
(the same route as our K2 tour). Enjoy a gourmet lunch at the station’s famous Dusty
Bar and Grill, followed by an unhurried guided tour of the station. Optional helicopter
flights and fishing tour available, or simply take a refreshing dip in the pool.
The tour concludes with a return flight to Kununurra via Wyndham, the lower Ord
River wetlands, and the Ord River Irrigation Area.
Available from Kununurra daily (Air route is the same as K2 tour with morning
drop-off and afternoon pick-up).
Depart 9.00am return 4.30pm. Adult $640 | Child $590 | Senior $610
Includes Lunch and Station Tour at Home Valley Station.
K5-B Bullo River Explorer
Bullo River Station in the Northern Territory is the famous homestead created by
the Henderson family, and the subject of mother Sarah’s inspiring autobiography
“From Strength to Strength”
Still a family operated cattle station, Bullo River now hosts international guests and
dignitaries in luxurious accommodation, and offers access to many rarely visited
waterholes and stunning natural features. This tour offers an insight into station life
at Bullo River, and a gourmet lunch served at the sprawling homestead. Optional
flights in the station chopper are also available.
Available from Kununurra on demand, with a minimum of four guests required.
Depart 9.00am return 2.00pm. Adult $585 | Child $585 | Senior $585
Includes Lunch and Station Tour at Bullo River.
K6-CD Cape Domett Explorer (Beach Landing)
Embark on the ultimate and exclusive coastal get away to Cape Domett, exploring
rarely seen habitats including one of the most important turtle nesting beaches on
the Timor Sea coast.
Experience a breath-taking touchdown on a 3km beach where you can explore the
tidal shore-line and rocky headlands. You can soak up the beauty of the coast over
a relaxing picnic morning tea.
Tour is available at low tide, and includes champagne and nibbles on the beach.
All seats $320 with a minimum of four guests required.
K3
Mitchell Falls and Drysdale Station Explorer
Explore the cascading majesty of the Mitchell River Falls, Prince Frederick Harbour and the iconic
Mount Trafalgar before a luncheon stop at remote Drysdale River Station.
Departing Kununurra we track west
Enroute back to Kununurra we overfly
towards the Lower Ord wetlands and the
the luxury settlements at El Questro
historic port of Wyndham. For the next
Station.
hour in the air we pass over the most
isolated and uninhabited wilderness in
the Kimberley before arrival and orbit at
the Mitchell River Falls.
After capturing the perfect photograph
Timor Sea
Mitchell Falls
Available from Kununurra on Sunday,
Mt Trafalgar
Wyndham
Tuesday and Thursday at 0900.
Flight time: 3+ hours. Includes Lunch
at Drysdale River Station.
Adult $895 | Child $835 | Senior $870
Drysdale River
Station
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Cockburn
Ranges
El Questro
Kununurra
we set course for the pristine waters of
Prince Frederick Harbour and Naturalist
Island where many luxury yachts may be
seen at anchor.
On reaching Mt Trafalgar we turn east
and track for Drysdale River Station
where a well earned rest and a delicious
lunch awaits.
Our flight continues on to Home Valley
Station and rounding the Cockburn
Ranges where the afternoon sun invites
its weathered escarpment to exhort the
power and majesty of an ancient land.
K4
Wandjina Explorer
In the culture of the Kimberley people, the Wandjina is a
respected and ‘stormy’ spirit, who brings water and life to a
parched land. Join us as we explore the heart of the Wandjina
country and marvel at the landscapes, river systems and
coastlines these spirits have created.
Departing Kununurra we track along the
Ord River and its irrigated farmlands
towards the unique House Roof Hill,
where much of the movie ‘Australia’ was
filmed. We continue along the Ord River,
to the historic port of Wyndham and the
Cambridge Gulf. The five major rivers of
the East Kimberley all snake towards this
meeting at the Gulf. We then follow the
Timor Sea coastline north before flying
Timor Sea
Faraway Bay
Pearl Farms
Kalumburu
Mitchell
Falls
King George
Falls
Berkeley River
Mitchell Plateau
Airfield
Wyndham
Cockburn
Home Valley Ranges
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El Questro
Kununurra
over the Berkeley River and the award
winning resort. Next we track towards
the majestic King George Falls, where we
orbit these impressive twin falls.
Faraway Bay, another exclusive resort is
next in sight, followed by the Drysdale
River and Broome-Napier Bay. Next we
land at Kalumburu, WA’s most remote
indigenous community, for a picnic lunch
and a tour of the historical mission and
museum. We then continue onto the
historic WWII Truscott Airfield, the pearl
farms of Vansittart Bay, and the famous
Mitchell Falls. Enroute back to Kununurra
we enjoy the panoramic splendour of the
Cockburn Ranges, Home Valley and El
Questro Stations.
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Wednesday, Friday and Saturday.
Flight time: 4+ hours
Adult $965 | Child $895 | Senior $935
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Bungles Scenic Flights
K1 (Purnululu Explorer)
K2 (Purnululu + Cockburn Ranges)
Scenic Flight + Ground Tours (All day activity – available May to August)**
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Cape Domett Beach landings are only available at Low Tide (Call Kingfisher for details)
**Minimum Numbers may apply to some tours to be viable (generally 4 pax).
Other day/time flights are available by negotiation. Please discuss your preferences with Kingfisher.
Explore the Kimberley with
Kingfisher and experience
the difference
• Local operator offering year-round
services with unsurpassed local
knowledge.
• A selection of tours to suit every
interest.
• Convenient and flexible tour flight
schedule.
• Small group touring with personalised
in-flight commentary from experienced
air crew
• Two way head sets for full in-flight
communication with your pilot
• Every seat on our aircraft is a window
seat
• Large and diverse fleet of high winged
aircraft perfect for scenic flights
• Welcome and assistance to all guests
with special needs.
• Air crew conversant with indigenous
local knowledge and places
• Souvenir gift pack at the conclusion of
your flight, including an insignia cap,
postcards, stickers, pen, diamond ore
sample, and much more.
When is the best time to fly?
• The 6am Bungles flights always offer
spectacular morning light, particularly
on the eastern face.
• At 9am the long shadows have receded
and offer the best opportunity for air to
ground photography.
• At 2pm the vibrant reds of the western
WIN
an Argyle
Diamond!!
Every week from May to August
escarpments of the Bungles and
a rare and beautiful Argyle
Cockburn Ranges are at their very best
Champagne Diamond (from
• Smooth and comfortable flying
the Kimberley Fine Diamonds
conditions are expected every day of
collection) will be won by
the dry season (April to September).
a lucky scenic flight guest.
Cloudless days are the best for aerial
photography.
• Waterfalls and wetlands are at their
best April to June, while the coast is
spectacular at any time of the year.
Resort Transfers
Kingfisher can accommodate all resort
transfer needs to the Berkeley River
Lodge, Faraway Bay, Kimberley Coastal
Camp, Mitchell Plateau, El Questro,
Home Valley, Bullo River Station, and
Mornington Wilderness Camp.
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The extraordinary East Kimberley is a
Local operator Kingfisher Tours proudly
Your flight with Kingfisher will be one
spectacular place from all perspectives –
offers the most diverse and complete
of your most enduring and treasured
on land, on the water and from the air.
portfolio of aerial scenic tours... with the
memories of the Kimberley. It will be
largest fleet of scenic tour aircraft and
our pleasure to welcome you on board.
Kununurra sits at the heart of the East
Kimberley, and is your launching pad
for exploring this rugged and pristine
wilderness where so many of its treasures
can only be visited or viewed by air.
enthusiastic and knowledgeable pilots
to take you there. Our tours showcase
both the spectacular landscape, history,
cultural heritage and contemporary
enterprise of the region.
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A truly local
perspective:
Owners of Kingfisher Tours, Steve
and Rosie, have collectively 60 years
experience of living, working and
exploring the East Kimberley.
They have travelled to the far extremities
of the region and take great pride in
sharing their insights and experience
with guests.
Kingfisher offers small group tours of
typically 4 to 6 guests on each flight,
where every seat is a window seat, and
pilots provide a detailed personalised
commentary.
Safety is our
highest priority
Awards and
Recognition:
Understandably, you wish to know that
• Accredited Tourism Business
you are in safe hands when taking an
• West Australian Small Business of the
aerial tour.
Kingfisher’s Kimberley Explorer Tours
are provided by parent company Shoal
Air Pty Ltd, the East Kimberley’s largest
and most successful and respected
passenger and freight air charter service.
Year - 2011
• WA Tourism Awards – Finalist and
Bronze Medal Winner – New Tourism
Development Award - 2013
• EcoTourism and Respecting our
Culture Accreditation - 2014
• Australia’s North West Tourism –
Shoal Air has an absolute commitment
Best New Product Development
to flight safety, and is fully certified and
Award - 2014
audited by the Civil Aviation Safety
Authority (CASA) for the conduct of
passenger charter flights in Australia.
EAST KIMBERLEY
Nature Tourism
K1 Purnululu Explorer
K2 Purnululu + Cockburn Explorer
K3 Mitchell Falls and Drysdale Explorer
K4 Wandjina Explorer
K6 Cape Domett Explorer
Have a specific Tour in mind?
If you have somewhere specific you would like to explore, please contact our
friendly and knowledgeable staff who can advise on a crafted tour to suit
your particular interests. Whether your journey begins in Broome, Darwin or
Kununurra, Kingfisher can reveal all the rarely seen treasures of the Timor Sea
Coast , through to the Prince Regent River, Buccaneer Archipelago and Dampier
Peninsula, or to our celebrated Aboriginal Art Centres where intimate familiarity
with the landscape is depicted in inspiring artwork.
Call the team who know the Kimberley at its very best – Kingfisher Tours:
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KIMBERLEY
COME FLY WITH US
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EAST KIMBERLEY
Nature Tourism
Terms and Conditions: All prices are $AU inclusive of GST and are valid from 1 April 2015 to 31 March 2016. All tours include complimentary transfers to and
from Kununurra accommodation, in-flight chilled water, commentary from your knowledgeable and experienced pilot and guide, and a selection of souvenir
gifts on completion of your flight. Seat availability on all tours is subject to prior bookings. Bookings are not confirmed until paid in full to Kingfisher or its
agents. Accurate passenger and baggage weights must be provided at time of booking. Full Terms and Conditions, including cancellation policy can be found
at www.kingfishertours.net