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Immerse yourself in the timeless Indigenous culture and history of Cape Leveque, Western Australia, with this deluxe 4-day self-drive package that includes a thrilling seaplane tour of Horizontal Falls and the thousand islands of the Buccaneer Archipelago.
Departing from Broome, hit the red dirt road for an adventure to remote Cape Leveque on the tip of the Dampier Peninsula. This pristine and rugged slice of the Kimberley is renowned for its Aboriginal heritage and the striking colours of the landscape, where dramatic red-rock cliffs meet pure white sand and turquoise water.
With a local Bardi Jawi guide, set out on an amazing adventure around the turquoise waters of Hunters Creek. Gain insight into the traditional ways of the Bardi people and try your hand at traditional fishing and crabbing, where you’ll have ...
With a local Bardi Jawi guide, set out on an amazing adventure around the turquoise waters of Hunters Creek. Gain insight into the traditional ways of the Bardi people and try your hand at traditional fishing and crabbing, where you’ll have the chance to cook and eat your own catch.
Next, head even deeper into the Kimberley, this time by seaplane. Your destination is Horizontal Falls, an astonishing and unique ‘sideways’ waterfall that David Attenborough once described as “one of the greatest natural wonders of the world”. Touching down in the calm waters of Talbot Bay, set off on an exhilarating high-speed boat ride through the falls followed by a relaxing cruise of the surrounding area. Other highlights of the day include a second scenic seaplane flight over the thousand islands of the Buccaneer Archipelago, two scenic cruises through the islands aboard a luxury cruiser, a chance to swim in a marine viewing cage and a delicious BBQ Barramundi lunch!
You’ll stay three-nights at Kooljaman, a remote wilderness camp owned and run by the Indigenous Bardi Jawi communities. Enjoy access to a delicious café and restaurant specialising in the little-known flavours of Australia’s native foods, and spend your free time swimming, snorkelling, boating and whale watching (in season).
This deluxe 4-day package includes 3-nights’ accommodation in a Deluxe Safari Tent at Kooljaman on a twin share basis. Tours to Hunters Creek, Horizontal Falls and the Buccaneer Archipelago are included along with select meals as stated in the itinerary. This is a self-drive tour - your own vehicle is required.
The Bardi Jawi people invite you to uncover the secrets of the world’s oldest People with this deluxe 4-day self-drive package that showcases one of the most remote and inimitable places on Earth. The captivating culture and history and the rugged landscape make this a truly one-of-a-kind experience.
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Departing from Broome, hit the red dirt road and drive three-and-a-half hours north to remote Cape Leveque on the tip of the Dampier Peninsula. This pristine and rugged slice of the Kimberley is renowned for its Aboriginal heritage and the striking colours of the landscape, where dramatic red-rock cliffs meet pure white sand and turquoise waters.
You’ll stay the next three-nights at Kooljaman, a remote wilderness camp owned and run by the Indigenous Bardi Jawi communities. Settle into your Deluxe Safari Tent and spend the rest of the afternoon swimming, snorkelling, boating and whale watching (in season).
In the evening, head over to Kooljaman’s famous restaurant Raugi’s to experience the little-known and unique flavours of Australia’s native foods.
Join one of the Kimberley’s most colourful characters on an amazing adventure around Hunters Creek. In your 4WD, follow Brian Lee, a prominent member of the Bawdi Jawi community, down to the white sand and turquoise waters, where you will learn some of the fascinating history of the region and hear stories about the people who once walked this timeless landscape. You’ll taste seasonal bush fruit and try your hand at traditional fishing and crabbing. Your tour concludes under a shady tree, where you’ll cook up your catch – Bardi style – on an open fire.
Discover the best of the Buccaneer Archipelago and the Horizontal Falls on a full day tour.
Departing at 8:15am, set out on a 15-metre luxury boat for a one-hour scenic cruise to Paradise Point. As you journey through the thousand islands of the Buccaneer Archipelago, listen in as a local Indigenous guide explains the fascinating customs and history of the local area.
Next, grab a seat aboard the 14-seater turbo-prop jet seaplane for a thrilling low-level flight to Horizontal Falls. Described by David Attenborough as “one of the greatest natural wonders of the world”, Horizontal Falls is a natural phenomenon that is as intriguing as it is stunning.
Touching down in Talbot Bay, set off on a heart-thumping high-speed boat ride through the falls followed by a relaxing cruise through the surrounding bays and untouched creek system. While you’re here, you’ll have the chance to swim in a marine viewing cage and get up close to the local marine life while your guide points out the many species of fish and inquisitive sharks (snorkelling gear provided).
After a delicious BBQ Barramundi lunch, a second scenic seaplane flight takes you back to Paradise Point for more breathtaking views. Upon landing, you’ll have a chance to browse a local arts & crafts gallery, where you may find a piece of traditional art to keep your special memories alive.
At the end of the day, you’ll cruise back to Cape Leveque arriving at Kooljaman at approximately 3:30pm.
All good things must come to an end! When you’re ready, say goodbye the Kooljaman and Cape Leveque and begin the journey back to Broome and beyond.
Daily departure on request from June to November. Please contact us for private departures and group bookings.
The start and finish point is Broome, Western Australia.
You can fly to Broome daily from any capital city in Australia, via Perth. There are also weekly seasonal direct flights from Sydney Melbourne and Darwin.
Located in northwest Western Australia, Cape Leveque has two distinct seasons – high season and summer season. The summer season welcomes warmer weather with increased humidity and odds of dramatic tropical rains and lightning storms. The high season, meanwhile, runs from April to September and is the most popular time to travel. The days are warm and balmy, with low humidity and clear blue skies.
Weight restrictions: All guests must declare their weight at time of booking. The seaplane cannot carry guests over 120kg. You will be weighed at the airport and if you are over your declared weight you may be refused boarding and no refund will be issued.
Children: Bookings are not accepted for children under 4 years of age.
Pregnancy: The boat ride through the Horizontal Falls may not be suitable for women who are more than 26 weeks pregnant. Any women joining our tour whilst in any stage of pregnancy should seek their doctor’s approval prior to travel.
Guarantee of passage: The Horizontal Falls are a natural phenomenon which are influenced by fluctuating tides that vary daily. For safety reasons we cannot guarantee passage through the narrow gap on all days.
Neap tides: The Horizontal Falls are a natural phenomenon influenced by fluctuating tides that vary daily. As this is the case, operations only take place when the predicted tidal movements are not neap, to avoid taking guests out when there is the least difference between high and low tide. Neap tides block out dates can be found on the Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures website or rate sheet.
Onlyluxe Travel acts as travel agency and work with different tour operators.Payment DetailAll pricing is in Australian dollars and are quoted on a per person twin share basis. A supplementary price is available (see below). Bookings are not confirmed until full payment and the signed Booking Form has been received by Onlyluxe Travel.A non-refundable 30% deposit is payable within 7 days of your booking, with the final balance due 60 days prior to departure. If a booking is made 60 days or less before departure, the full payment is payable immediately. Last minute bookings are payable before arrival. Failure to pay on time may result in automatic cancellation of a booking with cancellation penalties payable to Onlyluxe Travel. If you pay by credit card or PayPal a surcharge will be added to the total price.Single SupplementAll accommodation is twin share. Single guests will share with someone of the same gender. If a single room is demanded, a supplementary price of will apply. The supplementary price refers to our quotation and needs to be stipulated at the time of booking.General Cancellation Policies- Outside of 60 days monies will be refunded less 30% of full fee- Within 60 days prior to arrival all monies will be forfeited- No refunds will be given in the event of non-arrival, any unused services or unused nights due to flight or weather disruption- We strongly recommend guests protect themselves with travel insurance and medical insurancePlease Note: Cancellations must be advised in email and will take effect from the date they are received.LiabilityThe participant agrees to indemnify Onlyluxe Travel, and its servant, tour operator and agents, in relation to any liability, loss and damage which the tour operator, or its servants and/or agents may incur as a result of the participants, negligence or misconduct during the tour.Smoking is not permitted on the bus, or in tents or in other accommodation being used by tour operator at the time that a trip is being conducted.Child PolicyPlease consult travel consultant on age limit.Changes to ItinerariesLocal conditions may necessitate changes to sightseeing, walking and driving routes, camping and accommodation locations. While every effort will be made to provide the services and experiences as offered in our brochure, on our website, and in our trip letters, we reserve the right to vary your itinerary. In the event that we are forced to change your arrangements, substitute arrangements of a similar standard will be provided. The tour operator will not be liable where interruptions to itineraries are caused by weather conditions, technical problems to transport used by the tour operator, industrial action, political or civil commotion or other circumstances beyond our control. We refer you to the conditions regarding travel insurance.Changes in PricesWhile we will do its utmost to honour its pricing unforeseen circumstances may mean that prices may be subject to change without notice.Pre-Existing Medical Conditions and Age LimitsYou need to advise Onlyluxe travel and the tour operator on any pre-existing medical condition, mobility impairment and/or disability that might reasonably be expected to increase the risk of your requiring medical attention, or that might affect the normal conduct of a trip and the enjoyment of other trip members. Onlyluxe Travel and the tour operator may require an assessment of your medical condition from a qualified medical practitioner. If you fail to adequately notify the tour operator of any pre-existing medical conditions and/or disability, the tour operator reserves the right, at its reasonable discretion, to cancel your participation in a trip at any time, including after the commencement of your trip, with no right of refund if your medical condition, mobility impairment and/or disability could be reasonably expected to affect the normal conduct of the trip and the enjoyment of other trip members.Cancellation by The Tour OperatorThe walks take place in very special wilderness settings. The tour operator is at the mercy of nature in all her beauty and all her fury. The tour operator will under no circumstance knowingly place at risk the health and well-being of our guests and guides. In the case of natural threats, acts of God and the like (e.g. bushfires, impassable snow, etc) the tour operator may need to cancel a walk with very little notice. In some cases, this can occur after the walk has commenced. The tour operator reserves the right to cancel any walk up to 60 days prior to departure if a minimum of 4 walkers are unable to meet for a tour. If the tour operator needs to cancel for any reason, the cost of the walk or any other costs associated with travel to the designated pick up point, overnight accommodation, meals, etc will not be covered by the Onlyluxe Travel and therefore we strongly recommend travel insurance be taken out prior to travel.Force Majeure'Force Majeure' means (without restriction) any event which Onlyluxe Travel or its third party providers could not, even with due care, foresee or avoid. Force Majeure covers events such as, but not limited to, adverse weather conditions, fire and all similar events beyond our control. In the case of Force Majeure Onlyluxe Travel will not accept liability, and reserves the right to change and cancel trips.EvacuationsIn rare circumstances, due to injury or unforeseen illness, the tour operator may need to evacuate you from a remote part of the walk. Helicopter evacuations are expensive and in most cases will be at a cost to the customer.For Australian residents, under the Australian Government Medicare Act, it is prohibited for any domestic travel insurance product to provide any financial reimbursement with regard to ambulance or air ambulance services. We therefore strongly advise our customers to take specific ambulance cover through their health insurance provider. Evacuation cost will not be covered by the Onlyluxe Travel and therefore it is also strongly recommended that our customers take out travel insurance to cover (amongst other things) the costs associated with evacuation.Travel InsuranceIn view of the heavy cancellation penalties applied to cancelled reservations in certain circumstances, we strongly recommends suitable travel insurance be purchased at the time the holding deposit is paid. We recommend insurance cover that covers any loss which may be suffered due to cancellation. We also strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance against loss of baggage and medical expenses.